REGISTRATION: Pre-Registration via email is required
FEE: $20 per participant (payable at event or via a link provided after registration)
EQUIPMENT: Proper hiking gear including good hiking footwear

Join Hike On Guides as we enjoy evening hike to the summit of Hunter Mountain and its Fire Tower to watch the sunset. This 6.8 mile round-trip hike climbs steadily on the Spruceton Trail to the summit and we will descend via the same route we took up.

Attendees should be dressed properly in synthetic layered clothing, wearing proper footwear. Attendees should also bring:

• Headlamp/flashlight with extra batteries

• Warm jacket, winter hat and gloves (it gets cold as the sun sets)

• Water and snacks

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.

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: $20 per participant (payable at event or via a link provided after registration)
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 enjoy a nighttime hike to the summit of Overlook Mountain and its Fire Tower. This 4.6 mile round-trip hike climbs steadily from Meads Mountain Road to the summit and back to Meads Mountain Road via the same route.

Attendees should be dressed properly in synthetic layered clothing, wearing proper footwear and bring their own microspikes or snowshoes* if snow and ice is present. Attendees should also bring:

• Headlamp/flashlight with extra batteries

• Winter hat and gloves

• Water and snacks

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.

*limited quantities of microspikes and snowshoes are available for an additional $10 charge - first come-first serve availability.