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8/13: Finally got to hike the Blackhead Range in the Catskills. Was very much looking forward to the hike. Parked at end of Big Hollow Rd. Hike up to Blackhead fairly straightforward...trail in good condition. Toward the peak it was a scramble - straight up. Unfortunately it was all...

Is there some unwritten rule to stay out of the woods during hunting season? I was thinking of doing a Catskill backback next weekend - if you stay on the trails are you likely to interfere with hunters? I know they only get about 1 month per year so I would hate to spoil their few moments in...

Is there some unwritten rule to stay out of the woods during hunting season? I was thinking of doing a Catskill backback next weekend - if you stay on the trails are you likely to interfere with hunters? I know they only get about 1 month per year so I would hate to spoil their few moments in...

Am I losing my mind or does the DEC go out of its way to post "Camping Prohibited" signs in spots most suitable for camping in the backcountry? Even 150+ft. from the trail and/or water, if it's anywhere near flat there seems to be one of those damn signs stuck to a tree. Is this done out of...

Has anyone tried to hit Indian Head or Twin Mountain from Echo Lake directly (without taking the long ciruitous EL/OL/DP trail)? On the topo map it is barely 2 miles. Nasty bushwhack or worthwhile effort?