REGISTRATION: Pre-Registration via email is required, as group size is limited
FEE: Free (tips are appreciated if you enjoy the hike)
EQUIPMENT: Proper hiking gear including good hiking footwear

Join Hike On Guides as we climb Balsam Lake Mountain (elevation 3,729’), one of the Catskill Mountains 35 peaks above 3500 feet and part of the Catskill 3500 challenge. Balsam Lake Mountain is also home to the Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower, one of the Catskill Park’s six fire towers. We’ll maintain a relaxed pace on this 6 mile hike. Hikers will be rewarded (weather conditions permitting) with excellent views from the fire tower at the summit.

Attendees should be dressed properly for variable spring conditions, synthetic layered clothing, wearing proper footwear.

Any questions about the specific clothing or gear items should be directed to hikeonguides@gmail.com or 508-277-3172. Details about the meeting location will be provided after registration.

This event has been CANCELED due to Covid-19 concerns. We hope to reschedule in June or July.

REGISTRATION: Canceled
FEE: Free (tips are appreciated if you enjoy the hike)
EQUIPMENT: Depending on early spring conditions, snow and ice may be present, so bring your own microspikes or snowshoes* and proper hiking gear

Join Hike On Guides as we climb Windham High Peak (elevation 3,525’), one of the Catskill Mountains 35 peaks above 3500 feet and part of the Catskill 3500 challenge. We’ll maintain a relaxed pace on this 7.3 mile hike. Hikers will be rewarded (weather conditions permitting) with an excellent views from near the summit.

Attendees should be dressed properly for variable early-spring conditions, synthetic layered clothing, wearing proper footwear and bring their own microspikes or snowshoes if there is snow and ice.

Any questions about the specific clothing or gear items should be directed to hikeonguides@gmail.com or 508-277-3172. Details about the meeting location will be provided after registration.