Join Al Purdy on a challenging nine-mile outing to this 3081’ summit. Rated as difficult, this route includes a counterclockwise loop and is expected to take ten hours. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drink, warm layers, gaiters, rain gear, microspikes, headlamp, and hiking poles (recommended).

Registration is required by November 7. To register, contact Al at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. This hike is limited to 12 people; and dogs are not permitted.

Additional information: The lower areas of the trail can be wet. Any severe weather will postpone the hike.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19/ Kingston, turn right onto State Route 28 west. Go 16.1 miles to Boiceville, turn left onto Route 28A. Proceed three miles, and turn right onto Ulster County Hwy 42/ Watson Hollow/ Peekamoose Road and continue four miles to the Kanape parking lot on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 41.93579 -74.32827

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i8vv26VnfHPnuaUHA