Join us for a day of adventure in the Catskill Mountains on May 31!

This fun-filled day in nature includes:

• Hiking: two hiking options, one open to all levels and one that is more challenging
• Gourmet lunch: a delicious, healthy lunch with vegan and vegetarian options, as well as snack options available throughout the day, such as assorted trail mixes and granola bars
• Wellness practice: optional guided meditation/forest bathing or outdoor skills instruction
• Brewery visit: post-hike stop at a local brewery
• Psychology of Survival with Mountaineering Legend Verne Tejas: optional Psychology of Survival talk with mountaineering legend Verne Tejas, a professional guide and climber who has summited the highest peak on every continent 10 times each

Schedule

7:00am Meet at 3 Enterprise Dr, Shelton, CT, and 645 5th Ave New York, NY, to board 15-person vans for the ride upstate. We'll have coffee, tea, donuts, granola bars, and fruit available for breakfast. 
~8:30 Rest Stop
~9:45 Arrival at Trailhead
~12:30 Lunch on trail
~1:00 Hike out
~3:00 Vans head to post-hike brewery
~5:00 Vans head back to NYC
~6:00 Rest stop
~7:00 Drop off at 3 Enterprise Dr, Shelton, CT, and 645 5th Ave New York, NY

*All times are estimates. We adjust every adventure to the pace and needs of the group. Travel time are subject to many factors, including weather and traffic. 

Hike Challenge Levels

When you register for the hike below, please choose your preferred hike level.

• Gentle: For a very mellow day in the woods with the least amount of hiking (less than 5 miles) and plenty of time to take photos and sit and enjoy the scenery, this is your route! 
• Challenging: For a slightly more physical day, choose this option. We'll hike at a brisk pace, but with plenty of time to stop and enjoy viewpoints and scenery.

What Do I Need to Bring With Me?

Must have
💧 2, 1-liter water bottles
🎽 Wear: Comfortable, breathable clothes. Standard workout clothes are great for hiking
🥾 Footwear: Sturdy sneakers, trail runners, or hiking boots. We’ll let you know well in advance if conditions call for special footwear.
🧣A few extra layers of clothes for breaks

Good to have
🌧️ Rain shell
🕶️ Sunglasses
🧢 Hat

Your guides will handle all group gear, including safety, sanitation, water filtration, etc.

Questions?

Please email us info@destinationbackcountryadventures.com or give us a ring at 718.208.9878.