Tag Archives: Catskills
Catskill Center’s Catskill Stewards Engage Over 150,000 Visitors in the 2024 Season
December 6, 2024 – Arkville, NY: The Catskill Center’s Catskill Stewards Program concluded a record-breaking 2024 season, educating and assisting 155,000 visitors across five high-use locations, including Peekamoose Blue Hole, Kaaterskill Falls, and the Devil’s Path. This represents a marked increase from last year’s engagement numbers, reflecting continued growth in visitation to the Catskill Park […]
An often overlooked gem of a hike in the Catskills, the Huckleberry Loop
The Huckleberry Loop Trail in the western Catskills offers a diverse 13-mile hike for both day and overnight hikers. With stunning views, varied terrain, and reliable water sources, it’s a moderate to challenging experience.
Catskill Center Celebrates Historic NYS Budget Wins for the Catskills
“The Catskill Center applauds Governor Hochul, the Senate, and the Assembly for recognizing the value of the Catskills in the state budget,” said Jeff Senterman, Executive Director.
Getting to talk about all things Catskills on the Inside the Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast
I was invited to join Stash on his Inside the Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast where I had the opportunity to speak about the Catskill Center, the Catskills Visitor Center, and all of the work we have been doing to protect, preserve, and improve the Catskills. It was a real joy to talk about all […]
Hiking Overlook Mountain and the Overlook Fire Tower
The Overlook Mountain Fire Tower, at the top of Overlook Mountain high above the Village of Woodstock offers a stunning vista of the Hudson Valley to the east and the Catskill Mountains to the west. To reach the summit and the Fire Tower from the Woodstock area, the very popular Overlook Spur Trail is the […]
Sleeping Lion and Halcott Mountains Bushwhack in the Catskills
Two of the higher trailless peaks in the Catskills, Sleeping Lion Mountain (3391′) and Halcott Mountain (3509′) are accessible from Route 42 in the north central region of the Catskill Park. Halcott Mountain is one of the Catskill 3500 Peaks, while Sleeping Lion is part of the Catskill Hundred Highest peaks. Besides being on these […]
Getting to talk about the Catskills on WAMC’s The Roundtable
As part of the lead up to the Catskill Center’s annual Fall Benefit, I had the opportunity to be on The Roundtable to discuss the benefit, the work of the Catskill Center, and what led me personally to my work in the region. It was a real treat to discuss all of this, and listen […]
Hike for the Catskills 2023
Hike for the Catskills is an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the Catskills while helping to protect critical Catskills habitats, keep our lands and waters wild (even at the most popular hiking destinations), and advocate for our communities and the Catskill Park. This month-long event is meant for everyone! From complete beginners to […]
Seeing the Catskills (and myself) on CNN!
I recently had the opportunity to be interviewed by CNN as part of their Off the Beaten Path segment, which aired the first weekend of January. In the (short) segment I kick it off by talking about the Catskill Park, along with the Catskills Visitor Center. Grateful for the opportunity to help welcome folks to […]
Catskill Center’s 2022 Hike for the Catskills!
Get ready for a summer hiking challenge and help preserve the Catskills as the Catskill Center offers “Hike for the Catskills.” The four-week challenge involves setting a campaign goal and then hitting the trails.
Jeff Senterman 