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Best Hikes of 2022
These are the best hikes I did in 2022 — 17 amazing day-hikes sorted by level of difficulty.

Kaaterskill High Peak via Hurricane Ledge
Hiking Kaaterskill High Peak via Hurricane Ledge means a long wet hike in to the base of the summit — but then an epic Catskills climb.


Sugarloaf in Winter (Safest Route)
A beautiful hike to one of the grandest of Catskills high peaks.

4 Best Layers for Hikers in GaiaGPS
These are the four layers I use when planning a hike and navigating with GaiaGPS.

Patreon & WordPress Access: Issues & Fixes
For Patreon subscribers, problems with unlocking content on this website are not common — but they are frustrating. Here are the fixes.

Death in Rochester Hollow
The 69-year-old from Clinton Corners was hiking with two friends when he collapsed.

Secret Hike: Gunks in the Cats
A true bushwhack to a surprisingly Gunks-like patch in the heart of The Catskills.

Are These the 46 Best Hikes in Scotland?
It’s up for debate. But not the quality of views on offer.

How to Identify Bear Tracks in Snow
It’s so exciting to identify bear tracks in snow. A clean bear print is an impressive thing, always a thrill to see.


High Falls Conservation Area
Short, easy hiking trails wind through High Falls Conservation Area to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in New York.

16 Best & Worst Hiking Movies
Want to watch the best hiking movies? This list spans multiple genres: comedy, horror, adventure, social criticism, biography, and spirituality. But it’s hiking all the way…

Inspiration Point (Catskills)
Inspiration Point in Kaaterskill Clove is one of the top scenic destinations in The Catskills.

The Fried Chicken War of 1881
The Fried Chicken War is quality ding-dong Catskills drama. Oh, the shade!

Phenomenal Custard Toast Recipe
This recipe for custard toast is perfect for hikers who want a very filling breakfast that’s super-quick to make as well as insanely delicious to eat.