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Catskills Winter Bushwack & Backpack 3D18
Activity: Backpacking
Subcategory: Snowshoeing
Status: OPEN
 
Enjoy the pursuit of winter high peaks on and off-trail in the Catskills. Backpack 2 mi. to set up camp along the scenic Neversink River, then bushwack with day packs to Lone and Rocky. Next day, backpack up to summit Slide Mt. Approx. total distance 18 miles, with a few steep climbs and some heavy pine brush. Not suitable for beginners, but great for fit, experienced winter backpackers who enjoy off-trail navigation and Catskill 3500 "canister bagging." Snowshoes and other winter traction required, depending on conditions. Limited to 6 participants with proper winter gear and compass with adjustable declination. $5 non-refundable registration fee. Register using the link below.
 
Related Website(s):
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Date(s): February 20, 2010 - February 21, 2010 (Sat - Sun)
Location: New York, Catskills,  NY NY
Trip Difficulty: 3D18
Sponsoring Chapter: NY-North Jersey
Leader: Debbie Melita
646-645-5667
Co-Leader: Jeff Mitchell
646-957-5447 (best time to call: NCA 9 p.m.)
Registration is required for this trip. See contact above.


ABBREVIATIONS
Approx. Approximately Pkg. Parking
CL Co-Leader Prereq. Prerequisite
CPL Carpool R Registrar
Comm. Committee Rec. Recommended
FW Flatwater Reg. Register
Incl. Included/Includes/Including/Inclusive   Req. Required/ Requirement
Info Information RT Round Trip
L Leader Rte. Route
Ltd. Limited SASE Self-addressed Stamped Envelope
M Member SF State Forest
Mi Miles SP State Park
NCA No Calls After Tr. Trail
NM Nonmember WW Whitewater
Conservation program Great for first timers in activity area
New members especially welcome