Catskill High Peaks Adventure: 4 Summits + Hot Tub & Hangout

Join us for an summer weekend hike in the Catskills! We’ll take on one of the most beautiful hikes in the region—a 7-mile traverse through the Windham-Blackhead Wilderness Range, featuring four Catskill 3500 peaks: Camel’s Hump, Thomas Cole, Black Dome, and Blackhead Mountain.

We’ll climb through lush forest trails, take in sweeping mountain views, and summit Black Dome, the third-highest peak in the Catskills. We’ll link up with Thomas Cole and the other nearby summits for a full day of ridgeline hiking.

👉 This is a challenging 7-mile hike with rocky climbs and significant elevation gain—not a great option for absolute beginners. But if you’re in good shape and ready to push yourself, it’s absolutely doable and incredibly rewarding!

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🕙 Saturday, August 2
• Meet at the trailhead at 10 AM
• If you’re carpooling from NYC, plan on a 7 AM departure
• We’ll be doing a point-to-point hike, leaving a car at the end of the trail
• After the hike: drinks and dinner in the village of Saugerties
• Optional: head to Tarik’s house for hot tub time, a fire pit hangout and overnight stay (see sleeping arrangements below)

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☀️ Sunday, August 3
• Lazy morning with a homemade breakfast brunch
• Option to go for a swim in North South Lake ($10 fee per vehicle)
• Free time to explore the area or head back to the city

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🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Saturday Night)

Priority given to Blaze organizers and regular members:
• 2 queen-size beds
• 1 living room couch
• 1 hammock in screened porch
• 2 flexible spots: bring a mat + sleeping bag and choose an indoor spot or pitch a tent in the backyard

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🚗 Group Size & Ride Coordination
• Max group size: 10 people
• Everyone will be waitlisted at first until I know how many cars and drivers are available
• Spots will be released as rides open up
• If you can offer a ride, please note that when you RSVP

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Things to bring: Clothing for changing temps and good hiking boots/shoes since the ground could be wet and muddy; at least 2 liters of water, lunch, hiking snacks as needed. Spikes (if there's ice on the ground) and poles may be helpful. If you share a ride with someone, please bring extra cash to share the cost of gas and tolls with your driver which can range anywhere from $15-$20 per person. For rental cars it varies, but it`s around $40-$50 per person which is non-refundable once booked unless you get someone to take your spot. if there is enough interest, a sign-up sheet for carpooling will be sent out.

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. 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.

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.

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