This is a bushwhack and private trail hike to two Catskill high peaks, North Dome, elevation 3610′; and Sherrill, elevation 3540′. There are steep climbs and great views. We’ll be hiking at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed with short breaks).

Event Duration: 6.5 miles, 6 hours

Level of Difficulty:  Moderate-Difficult

Leader: Marv Freedman

Bring: Lunch and snacks, water/sports drink (recommend 1 to 2 liters), sun/ insect protection, water resistant boots, gaiters (recommended), poles (recommended), headlamp (We should finish well before dark, but need to be prepared in case we’re delayed).  We won’t stop long for lunch and will eat snacks during short breaks.

Registration required by 10/7.  Note, this hike is limited to 12 people, so please register early. Use registration form below to register.

PLEASE contact the leader and cancel if you are not able to come as others may want to take your place.

Dogs allowed:   Yes, only with permission of event leader.

Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

Questions about this event can be directed to: Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com

Driving Directions: We’ll meet no later than 8:15 at the Shaft Road parking area. Please arrive in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begone our shuttle by 8:30. Hike leader will arrive by 8:00. Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rW6JfJmrLrYgu6pT9
This is where our hike will end. We’ll leave cars there and will caravan to a private summer camp to start our hike, with permission to use their trail. The Shaft Road parking area is just off NYS Route 42, 3.75 miles north of its intersection with Route 28, and 4.3 miles south of its intersection with Route 23A.

GPS coordinates: 42.165100, -74.408800

After you press “Submit” below the registration form, you will see a screen that says “Your registration has been submitted”. If you do not, an error has occurred. Please resubmit, being sure to complete all fields. You should receive a message from the leader acknowledging your registration.

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