Guided birding with Nancy Allen on the MTHS campus, a DEC designated birding site, Sunday, April 26th 8:00 AM & 5:00 PM. This group will meet again Sunday, May 31st, 8:00 AM & 5:00 PM. To register, email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657. 5132 Route 23A, Haines Falls, NY.
A 2.5 miles hike exploring the histories of the STONY CLOVE & CATSKILL MOUNTAIN, OTIS ELEVATING, and CATSKILL & TANNERSVILLE railroads of the 19th and early 20th centuries. These long gone railroads once brought thousands of travelers to the resorts of the Mountain Top, especially to the famed CATSKILL MOUNTAIN HOUSE and the HOTEL KAATERSKILL. […]
At the historic 1913 Ulster & Delaware Train Station. Space is limited. To register, email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
From a mountain vista, enjoy the sun set and then turn around and watch the full moon rise. Hike to Sunset Rock (for the sunset) and then Lookout Rock or Artist’s Rock (for the moonrise). The sun will set at 8:37 PM and the moon will rise at 8:56 PM. The hike will begin in […]
The group will meet on the MTHS campus, presented with Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Supplies are limited. To register, email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
Carpool to North South Lake. Hike to historic Puddingstone-Stone Hall, Star Rock, Boulder Rock, Druid Rocks, Fairy Spring and Lemon Squeezer. Some bushwhacking. Bring lunch or snacks. Hike Leader: Bob Gildersleeve Difficulty: Moderate, 1.75 miles RT, 280’ elevation gain Space is limited. To register, email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
Indigenous Peoples of the Catskills A program by Richard Sears Walling, historian and consultant to Native tribes. At the Twilight Park Clubhouse. Join us for the 2026 Justine L. Hommel Memorial Lecture on July 18, starting at 2 p.m., at the Twilight Park Clubhouse. Richard Sears Walling will speak on the Indigenous Peoples of the […]
Local artists exhibit and discussion at the historic 1913 Ulster & Delaware Train Station. Space is limited. To register, email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
On the MTHS campus under the 1913 U & D Train Station overhang. If there is inclement weather the band will play in the MTHS Barn to the left of the Train Station. To check out their music visit https://catskillmountainstringband.com/ .
Improve your connection with nature. Forest Bathing is a Japanese practice. It’s a process of relaxation; known in Japan as shinrin yoku. The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help both adults and children de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way. Beth […]
The American Dream on the Mountain Top Join the Mountain Top Historical Society for our annual History On Your Plate dinner, an evening where local flavor meets living history. This year, we invite you to explore "The American Dream on the Mountain Top." Beyond the scenic vistas lies a legacy of ambition and perseverance. Come […]
Hike along the classic stage coach approach to the Catskill Mountain House during the late eighteen hundreds. Hike will start in Palenville and continue up past the site of the Rip Van Winkle house, stops at Rip’s Rock, and Little Pine Orchard and ending at North Lake. This is hike #1 in Bob Gildersleeve’s book […]
