Hudson Valley Hikers

Host: Mike Clancy 845-542-2049

The Hike: There are great river views on this hike along with views of Breakneck, Schunnemunk, Minnewaska, Mohonk and the Catskills. We start hiking at 9:30am from the Etsie & Hellie Stowell trailhead (an old farm), 42 Bayview Avenue, Cornwall. There's NO sweep. There are several long uphills and a couple short rock scrambles on this route. The pace will be moderate (not slow) with brief stops at several nice viewpoints.
The route:
- From the kiosk in parking lot head through field on teal trail.
- After 7/10th mile, turn left onto yellow trail.
- Stay on yellow up and over north side of Storm King - about 2.3mi
- Turn left onto blue trail.
- At the white trail, turn right and continue to rt. 9w.
- Ascend Orange Trail to yellow.
- At yellow, turn right and go up to Butter Hill summit .
- Go downhill from summit to the blue/red trail.
- Take blue/red to yellow.
- turn left onto yellow and continue to teal.
- Turn tight onto teal and continue to parking lot.

Distance: Approx 5.5 miles
Pace: average moderate 2.3- 2.4mph
Duration: Approx 3 hours including short breaks
Elevation Gain: approx 1,450 feet
Difficulty: - Rocky trails; short rock scrambles
Map: NY-NJ Trail Conference Map #113; Avenza mapping app; or similar maps/apps
Gear: water, snacks, etc. Appropriate footwear, ; moisture-wicking clothing. Poles may be helpful.

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You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver.
Full waiver can be found on the ABOUT page.

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Experienced off-trail/bushwhack hikers only

Please join me as I help a friend work on her Catskill 3500 peaks. We will be hiking North Dome and Sherrill and possibly Halcott as a separate hike. These peaks are considered bushwhacks although they now have herd paths. The plan is to meet at Shaft Road, then shuttle to the Devil’s Path terminus and do a traverse going up the ND ledges. It’s nettles season so pants/leggings are recommended. There will be no sweep so please only sign up if you have off-trail navigation experience and are confident in your ability to navigate in the Catskills. Faster hikers are not obligated to wait for slower hikers. Everyone will be put on the waitlist. I reserve the right to only add those I am confident can complete the hike. If I haven’t hiked with you before, message me explaining your relevant experience.

Contact: George cell #845-649-6532

Distance and elevation gain: ND/S 6.5 miles, 2400’; Halcott 3.1 miles, 1700’

Pace: moderate, @2mph

Meetup location: (42.1657404, -74.4087696); https://maps.app.goo.gl/i6rwBhqbRk2WXECd9?g_st=ipc; Shaft road parking is through the trees and to the right. Do not go up the house driveway.

Maps: NYNJTC Map 141 or Catskill Combined; Avenza, Gaia, or similar digital app

Gear: layers for changing temps, proper footwear, plenty of water/electrolytes, lunch/snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, poles, hat

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NOTE: You should be able to follow a map, understand possible bailouts, and must be realistic in your assessment of your own abilities and be prepared to hike alone.

NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back. See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.

HUDSON VALLEY HIKER LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Waiver of liability

You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

The Hudson Valley Hikers Club does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers.

This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers and Assistant Organizers of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends. There are no leaders on these hikes, you are your own leader- This is YOUR hike.