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https://slasrpodcast.com/      SLASRPodcast@gmail.com   Welcome to Episode 209 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast, this week we are joined by Stash from Inside the Line Podcast. Stash is the guy for all things hiking related to hiking and search and rescue in the Catskills. This week he will serve as cohost while Nick is up north enjoying some family time. Stash recently visited the Whites for a Hut stay in the Pemi wilderness so he will update us on his adventures and we will talk a little about the Catskills. Plus a couple of bad parenting - hiking / wilderness related stories, a trip report of a traverse across the Baldpate Mountains in Maine - we will cover this section of the Appalachian trail for those interested in exploring, plus a recent hike on the Baldface mountain range in Evans Notch, including an update on trail maintenance.   About Tay's Summit Challenge Taylor James Steeves Foundation Tay Summit Challenge Instagram Sign up for Tay's Summit Challenge   About Stash Inside the Line: The Catskills Podcast   Topics Stomp and Mrs Stomp do the weather forecast  Welcome Stash - Electric Vehicle Talk Advanced Wilderness First Aid Classes at Waterville Water Valley Mike and his dad take the Cog Railway to Mount Washington Summit Ultra Runner found Guilty of cutting a switchback Bad Parenting and kinds in the Wilderness The story of the Lykova Family in Siberia  Hiker Death at Bighorn Mountain Bear attacks at Glacier National Park  Don't count on your dog to help if you run into a bear Stomps Pine Tar Deodorant  Coffee, Beer Talk,  The Baldface Traverse - AT in Grafton Notch Maine Baldface Loop - Round 2 of Trail Maintenance  Welcome Stash - Catskills, AMC Hut Adventure at Galehead, Inside the Line Highlights   Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Advanced WFA to be held in Waterville Valley, Nov. 1st and 2nd The Mt. Washington Cog Railway Lizzie Bourne's memorial - 1855 fatality Ultra runner found guilty  4 hikers rescued after suffering debilitating high on mushrooms in the Catskills Fugitive father apprehended after 4 years hiding in wilderness with 3 children  Dad faces charges after sending son to remote jungle for cell detox Reminds me of the story of the russian family that lived in isolation for 40 years in Siberia - The Lykova Family Last text revealed from hiker who died from a likely fall on 13k mountain Bear attacks hiker, Glacier NP Don't count on your dog if attacked by a bear Squatch Pine-Tar 18 year old's calorie counting app goes viral   Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching 2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee

Shirley Lim and Tommy Lam are the founders of Enoki, a specialty grocery store focused on Asian Pantry & Foraged Goods in the Catskills.Yes Enoki is a mushroom but the shop is named after their kid and finding that out for the first time was magical.Ever since Enoki opened their doors in Catskill then moving to Saugerties, Wear Many Hats has been meaning to meet them IRL but never had the chance until Matsar was a vendor at Reflections of Home.Reflections of Home is Enoki's artisanal market where it is based upon Shirley and Tommy's deeply rooted mission to connect, uplift, and celebrate the Asian diaspora in the Hudson Valley and beyond. At Enoki, the two host monthly markets, pop ups, and collaborations but have more in store.Little Big T is the vintage part of their shop where they forage vintage finds that inspire wonder in kids, adults, and collectors alike.Hose or How Our Systems Evolve, is the cafe headquartered in the back put on by Gecile and Anthony.Say no more to "ethnic aisle" say no more bet. Say hello to Enoki.Please welcome Shirley Lim and Tommy Lam of Enoki to Wear Many Hats.⁠⁠instagram.com/enokicatskills⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/wearmanyhatswmh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/rashadrastam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rashadrastam.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wearmanyhats.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

A NYS Congressman is pushing to honor a 9/11 hero. Plus, a local organization fighting food insecurity in Sullivan & the Catskills. All that and more on Catskills News.

Your window into rural life in the Catskills and the Delaware River Valley.

The Valley Girls are back for another exciting season! To kick off Season 4, The Valley Girls welcome back Betsy Jacks, a favorite guest from our episode exploring the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill, NY, to chat about her post-Cole life. (Spoiler alert: it's still filled with beautiful art.) Betsy shares her new journey painting full-time and her work that, much like Cole's, uses the glory of nature, and especially trees, to craft a narrative; in this case, a fresh narrative about women over 50 creating and curating fecund, vibrant, blossoming lives all their own. More to explore:⁠ExploreThomasCole.org⁠ - a labor of love from Betsy & team to let you get your nose right up to the paintings, too. Find Betsy at ⁠current & upcoming exhibitions⁠.Read more about ⁠Barbara Novak⁠, a pioneer in the study of American art Discover artist ⁠Kiki Smith⁠ and ⁠why you shouldn't be afraid to make art⁠A huge thank you to our Season 4 sponsor, Bryant Home Improvement!Thanks for listening! To help support the Valley Girls, please follow our podcast from our show page, leave a rating and review, and please spread the word and share our podcast with others. We really appreciate your support!To stay up to date and for more content you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠valleygirlspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/ValleyGirlsPodNY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/@ValleyGirlsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and also check out the Newsletter and Pod Squad tab on our website to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠so you never miss a thing! All links can also be found in our Instagram bio.Episode music by Robert Burke Warren entitled Painting a Vast Blue Sky can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠robertburkewarren.bandcamp.com/track/painting-a-vast-blue-sky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Local representatives react to the tragic passing of political activist Charlie Kirk. Plus, find out more about 9/11 services in Sullivan and the Catskills, and the Office for the Aging has more coupon booklets for seniors. All that on Catskills News.

What happens when a routine emergency call leads to a brush with the unexplained deep in the Catskills? In this gripping and emotional episode, we hear firsthand from a firefighter who responded to a late-night vehicle vs. pedestrian call — only to discover a bleeding, frightened Sasquatch hiding in the woods. That's just the beginning. You'll also hear raw accounts from all over the U.S., including a chilling bellow in the forests of Idaho, a peaceful offering-based relationship in rural Ohio, a harrowing creekside standoff in Virginia, and a roadside sighting near tribal land in Washington State that left two women forever changed. Stories from Sorrento, Jefferson, Chesterville, and Stockbridge round out this unforgettable hour. If you're looking for the most intense Bigfoot stories out there — this is it.Don't miss this one.

In this episode, Brett hits the trail with longtime Catskill 3500 Club member (and current president) Michael Bongar for a hike to Southwest Hunter Mountain—one of the club's required peaks and a rite of passage for aspiring members. Founded in 1962, the Catskill 3500 Club encourages hikers to summit 33 peaks over 3,500 feet—plus four of them again in winter. But it's more than a checklist. Through trail maintenance, education, and conservation advocacy, the club fosters a deep connection to the Catskills.Michael shares stories from decades of hiking, reflects on the club's evolution, and—yes—recounts his time as a professional clown, offering a surprisingly poignant parallel between performance and trail camaraderie. From herd paths to canisters, elevation gain to ethics, this episode is a love letter to the mountains and the community that keeps them wild.Catskill 3500 Club: https://www.catskill3500club.orgNew York-New Jersey Trail Conference Trail-A-Thon 2025: http://bit.ly/gotrailathon

We invited Reena from the “Better Call Daddy” podcast to rewatch Dirty Dancing and dig into why this 1987 classic still hits today. We talk about Baby's coming of age from a woman's point of view, Johnny's arc from hired talent to self-worth, the film's frank treatment of abortion, and that complicated father-daughter dynamic. Along the way, Reena shares personal stories that mirror Baby's bravery, and we unpack the movie's layered look at class, privilege, and nostalgia. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 - Welcome + Guest intro 00:00:32 - What is Better Call Daddy 00:02:17 - Why Dirty Dancing still resonates 00:03:55 - Two-minute plot rundown 00:06:48 - Baby's POV on sexuality 00:08:44 - Class, privilege, and stepping up 00:10:26 - Getting Dad involved for Penny 00:13:05 - Lakeside talk with Dad and accountability 00:16:18 - Johnny's growth and the age-gap lens 00:19:24 - Do not pedestal people 00:22:05 - Kellerman's old guard and changing times 00:23:43 - Why the resort hires grad-student waiters 00:27:10 - “I carried a watermelon” and belonging 00:28:15 - Dance as storytelling 00:30:59 - Behind the scenes of the practice-lift Key Takeaways The story centers Baby's perspective, which was rare for the era. Class is the engine of the plot, from entertainment staff to waiters and guests. Baby's bravery shows up as practical action to help Penny. The father-daughter thread is about holding each other to shared values. Johnny moves from being used to asserting his worth. The nostalgia lands because the movie pairs romance with clear commentary on labor and belonging. Quotes “We challenge you to a new movie or TV show every week.” “I have a podcast with my dad, then he weighs in with his intergenerational take.” “She's in pain. I need to fix her pain.” “Nobody puts Baby in a corner.” “I carried a watermelon.” Call to Action If you enjoyed this conversation, follow and subscribe on your favorite app, leave a quick review, and share the episode with a friend using #GeekFreaksPod. Links and Resources Better Call Daddy: https://bettercalldaddy.com/  Night of the Living Pod: https://notlp.com/  GeekFreaksPodcast.com — our home base and the source of all news discussed on the podcast. Follow Us Website: https://geekfreakspodcast.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions What should we challenge each other to watch next? Send questions and picks via DM or tag us with #GeekFreaksPod and we may feature you in a future episode. Apple Podcasts Tags: Dirty Dancing, Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, film analysis, movie podcast, father daughter, class and privilege, 1980s movies, dance movies, Better Call Daddy, Geek Freaks, nostalgia, abortion in film, coming of age, Catskills, ballroom dancing, filmmaking, pop culture, interviews, podcasts, reviews

We are live in the Catskills at Chrissie Mayr's Content Hotel talkin' Toe! Chrissie joins us (and Keanu yells from the crowd) as we breakdown Aaron gloating about his subreddit getting banned. Also, Aaron has herpes, so that's pretty funny.  Adam, Chris, and I go on to listen to Mersh explain that the event we are performing at sucks. Opie is back in NYC with his buddy Matt and rubs their friendship Ron the Waiter's face. Jen explains that Adam was interviewed by Joey C but actually it was the other way around. Lucy Tightbox joins the show to discuss Stuttering John's eating soup bit. We wrap up with a listener joining us for a round of To Poke A Dabbler. Support us, get bonus episodes, and watch live every Saturday and Wednesday: ⁠http://bit.ly/watp-patreon⁠ ⁠https://watp.supercast.tech/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your window into rural life in the Catskills and the Delaware River Valley.

In this hilarious and raw podcast episode, Opie and comedian Chris Ferretti dive into a chaotic mix of personal anecdotes and rants about horror movies. From a childhood filled with questionable parenting—like smoking cigarettes at nine and dodging ice cubes thrown by mom—to absurd family vacations at a creepy, inherited Catskills property where someone died in a fire, the stories are as wild as they are relatable. The conversation takes a sharp turn into the absurdity of horror movie tropes, poking fun at predictable jump scares, clueless characters, and the questionable life choices in films like The Shining and The Conjuring. They also touch on a bizarre real-life tale of a racist werewolf at a Universal Studios haunted house. Packed with dark humor, nostalgic rants, and a healthy dose of disdain for adults who love Disney, this episode is a rollercoaster of laughs and unfiltered storytelling. Catch it on Opie Radio or follow Chris Ferretti on socials for more!

Alexis deBoschnek is a cookbook author, recipe developer, and writer based in the Catskills in upstate New York. Her latest book, Nights and Weekends, is extremely cool, and we talk about how she brings her deep recipe writing chops to help people cook better and faster. We also discuss her upstate life and some of the memorable recipes from the book. Also on the show, Aliza talks with Miyoko Schinner, the trailblazing plant-based chef, cookbook author, and founder of the vegan cheese brand Miyoko's Creamery. Her seventh cookbook, The Vegan Creamery, shares everything you need to make milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and more without dairy. We also talk about big shifts in the plant-based eating world. Subscribe to This Is TASTE: ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Ken Posner—ultrarunner, author, former Army Ranger, and corporate financial analyst—to explore the transformative power of pushing physical and mental boundaries. Ken shares stories from his extraordinary journey completing the "grid": summiting all 35 high peaks of New York's Catskills in every month of the year. Along the way, he stripped away technology, embraced barefoot running, and found a deeper connection with nature and himself. This episode isn't just about extreme endurance. It's about rediscovering who we are when the noise of the modern world fades away. We unpack how doing hard things in nature can bring clarity, strength, and a more balanced life. Whether you're curious about barefoot hiking, intrigued by minimalist living, or seeking inspiration to shake up your own routine, Ken's story will move you. Timeline Summary: [2:22] - Ken's shift from corporate life to ultra endurance running in his late 30s [4:00] - Why he started running barefoot and what kept him going [7:45] - The joy, mindfulness, and sensation of barefoot movement [10:10] - Balancing high-tech corporate work with minimalist, analog outdoor living [19:00] - The metaphor of "signal vs. noise" and how nature helps us tune in [28:30] - Pain vs. suffering: building resilience through chosen challenges [35:00] - The Badwater Double: a 292-mile journey through Death Valley and back [47:30] - How the mountains called him at age 50 and led to chasing the grid [54:00] - The spiritual and transformative lessons learned through mountain pilgrimages Links & Resources: Ken's website: www.barefootken.com Ken Posner's book: Chasing the Grid (available Sept 23 on Amazon) Born to Run by Christopher McDougall Antifragile by Nassim Taleb Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes Closing Remark: Please check out Ken's website and support him by purchasing his new book!  If this episode sparked something in you, share it with a friend who could use a little adventure in their life. Be sure to follow, rate, and leave a review of the podcast and well as our new YouTube channel—it helps us reach more everyday explorers just like you. Thanks for tuning in!

This week on the PLANTSTRONG Podcast, Rip sits down with the legendary Kathy Stevens, founder of Catskill Animal Sanctuary, as she prepares to step away after more than 20 years of rescuing animals and inspiring people to live with compassion.Since 2001, Kathy has been leading with love—creating a safe haven for thousands of animals and cultivating a culture that welcomes everyone, no matter where they are on their journey. In this heartfelt conversation, she reflects on her legacy, the lessons learned from her four-legged teachers, and the future of Catskill Animal Sanctuary.You'll hear:Kathy's journey from teacher to animal sanctuary founderLessons in empathy from Catskill's rescued residentsWhy “leading with love” beats judgment every timeThe challenges of passing the torch to a new leaderHer vision for the future of sanctuaries in a changing worldKathy's warmth, wisdom, and dedication shine through in every story—including one unforgettable tale about Rambo the ram, who forever changed her outlook on life.Learn more or support the Catskill mission at casanctuary.orgEpisode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTube

Phast Phred, Evil Becky, and AFB host Dick Vincent—the man who's been directing the Escarpment Trail Run in the Catskills for 48 years straight. That makes him the longest-serving trail race director in North America. Laddie Lawrence can have the road scene locked down with Westport's summer series, but when it comes to gnarly trails, Escarpment is Dick's kingdom. He's also a guy who kept a 34-year run streak, ran Boston back in '74, and even left seven toenails out on the course at Western States Endurance Run 100 WSER in '86 If you love trail running history, and great stories, this may be the episode for you. Each of Dick's stories could've been its own episode. A streak like that, a Western States war story, and the creation of an iconic race... That's pure Cultra magic. Escarpment Trail Run Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Twitter @BlueBlazeRunner Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

This episode brings back our frequent guest, Kristopher Williams, of PRISM (Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management). Eight PRISMs exist across New York State and work to prevent or minimize the harm caused by invasive species on our environment, economy, and health and welfare of residents. PRISMs are intended to coordinate invasive species management functions including coordinating partner efforts, recruiting and training citizen volunteers, identifying and delivering education and outreach, establishing early detection monitoring networks and implementing direct eradication and control efforts. Regional partnerships with nonprofits, municipalities, conservation groups and volunteers are devised to cast the widest net for control over an enemy that recognizes no artificial borders. The Capital Region Prism ranges from the Catskills to the Adirondacks, encompassing eleven Counties and three million acres. Kris is our go-to expert about all things invasive. We previously have talked to him about invasive plants, insects and diseases. Today we asked Kris to tell us some of the success stories about his long career as an environmental advocate. Our earlier conversations with Kris have aired in episodes 23, 24 and 31, in case you want to look a little deeper into his work. The team has five core members and sixteen seasonal members on staff. Their mission is to coordinate all available resources, public and private, along with volunteers, to combat the multitude of invasive problems and organize alternatives. Their mission includes massive public lands and advisory status for privately owned properties. They act as the glue, Kris says, to hold all entities together. PRISM delivers science and educational programs for maximum impact, and always keeps in mind the different objectives of local and statewide groups. Tim asked Kris for some success stories, since we have discussed so many problems in the past. Kris listed some of the lasting beneficial effects: people achieve self-actuation by becoming aware of and seeking resolutions to invasive incursions; celebrating local impacts to inspire further efforts; there is now an exposition on invasives every two years; college-level programs are now available educating about invasives and remedies. The conversation drifted to the emotional part of treatment of invasives. Most of them got here because they were introduced for a particular feature, and then “escaped” because they were prolific and had no natural enemies. There are also “sleeper” invasives, a new designation. These are known invasives that are still being sold to the public. Unfortunately sixty-one per cent of all invasives are still being sold. There is a patchwork of states regulating and actively banning sale of certain plants. One success story Kris talks about is the Grassland Bird Trust. Washington County had a 20,000 acre trust facing the issue of dealing with invasives. A management plan was devised and a board established. Kris detailed the progress over several years as a management system was put into place and assessed for success year by year. Tim asked about what happens with much smaller efforts, and Kris described available training in IPM (integrated pest management) and land management as well as other volunteer-led controls, with consultation with PRISM staff. Basic measurements to assess success include removal, restoration, and adapting responses to predetermined thresholds. There's a lot of issues associated with invasive species management. Stay tuned for more in the next episode (Part 2). Hosts: Tim Kennelty and Jean Thomas Guest: Kristopher Williams Photo: Grassland Bird Trust Production Assistance: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadows, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

"I think there's something magical about women turning in their late thirties into forties, and the sense of power that we realize and taking a little bit more agency in the decisions that we make and the presence that we wanna have into this world."I'm so thrilled to share this week's episode with my longtime friend, Stephanie Singer, founder of Blss Retreats! I've known Steph for 15+ years, and it's been incredible to watch her journey from the corporate world to creating a business that so perfectly leverages her natural talent for connecting people and cultivating high-vibe energy.Steph's story is deeply inspiring, especially for us female business owners looking to step into our power and agency. She shares how pivotal life changes, including a recent divorce, became a catalyst for embracing her authentic self and launching her business.Discover her vision for creating spaces where women can truly reflect, shine, and develop the tools to sustain momentum in their lives and businesses. I'm so excited to be teaching my Inner Child Healing process and breathwork live at her inaugural Catskills retreat this October! It's an amazing opportunity to pinpoint core wounds and create permanent change in your life, business, and relationships.Get ready for an episode filled with insights on human connection, personal growth, and authentic living. Plus, hear a wild alien experience that spurred Steph's own journey of self-discovery.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00)**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.Join me on Substack where I'll be sharing my hot takes on dissolving childhood wounding that keeps you small, so you can make a lot of money living your purposeCore Wound Solution Private Podcast Join 1,000+ women discovering the real root of their stuckness— and how to shift it for good. Each episode is under 20 minutes. No fluff. Just real transformation.CONTACT STEPHANIEVisit blssretreats.comRegister for the retreat HERE - When you book your spot for the retreat, make sure to write ALYSE BREATHES in the ADDITIONAL INFORMATION box in order to get the early bird pricing offer!Follow on IG blssretreatsCONTACT ALYSEalysebreathes.comIG @alyse_breathesinfo@alysebreathes.com

Part 3 of All Bones Considered: Laurel Hill Stories #078   In 1924, Danish-born Holger Hoiriis moved to the United States and bought an airplane. After barnstorming for a few years, he hitched up with German American photographer Otto Hillig who wanted to cross the ocean. Holgier thus became the first pilot to carry a paying customer across the Atlantic. He was also the first pilot to complete night airmail delivery for the US Postal service. After the war and when Holger was no longer around to confirm or deny, Otto spun a tale about being hijacked by Nazi agents in their hanger at Grossinger's in the Catskills.  This led to a futile treasure hunt more than 50 years later. Holger is buried at Laurel Hill East. 

Nearly 900,000 New York City public school students return Thursday under a new statewide cellphone ban signed by Governor Hochul last spring. Meanwhile, an analysis commissioned in Sullivan County says new casinos in New York City could undercut existing gaming operations in the Catskills. Plus, former Bronx Republican district leader Nicole Torres has been sentenced to two years in prison for pocketing kickbacks from potential poll workers.

Welcome back to ARTMATTERS: The Podcast for Artists.Today I'm speaking with Erik Sommer, a New York-based painter who is also the founder of Mott Projects, a contemporary art project space.Sommer's work explores chance, beauty, and the attempt to control time through unconventional mark-making techniques. His practice incorporates industrial materials like concrete and drywall, reflecting his interest in urban decay and found textures.After 15 years in an East Harlem studio, Erik relocated to the Catskills where he founded Mott Projects, which has collaborated with David Zwirner's PLATFORM and galleries in Los Angeles and Germany. In today's episode we discuss Erik's transition from history major to self-taught painter, his philosophy of removing the artist's hand from the work, and how he balances studio practice with running a gallery all while working a full-time job. Erik and I also discuss artist-run project spaces vs. traditional galleries and his approach to supporting experimental artist projects and unconventional ideas.Before we get into it, I'd like to help get the word out and say that if you're in New York City next week, Mott Projects is presenting a very special group show on Tuesday, September 9th, titled "San Diego, Los Angeles, New York, Sincerely." The exhibition is happening on the Lower East Side, and will feature 19 fascinating artists.You can now support this podcast by clicking HERE where you can donate using PATREON or PayPal!If you're enjoying the podcast so far, please rate, review, subscribe and SHARE ON INSTAGRAM!  If you have an any questions you want answered, write in to artmatterspodcast@gmail.comUpcoming Exhibition Details: [SD, LA, NY, Sincerely]September 95-9pmC/O MI CASA STUDIOS 70 Hester Street NY, NY 10002Episode Details:host: Isaac Mannwww.isaacmann.cominsta: @isaac.mann guest: Erik Sommer www.eriksommer.art insta: @erik__sommerwww.mottprojects.com insta: @mott_projects

In the second installment of The Mike Tyson Career Profile, we dive into the raw, formative years of a young fighter destined for greatness. From the gritty gyms of Catskill, New York, under the watchful eye of legendary trainer Cus D'Amato, Tyson rapidly rose through the amateur boxing ranks. His explosive power and relentless aggression made him a standout in the junior circuits, culminating in national titles and high hopes for Olympic gold. But the road to the 1984 Olympics ended in heartbreak, as Tyson failed to make the U.S. team—a bitter disappointment that would ignite an even deeper hunger in the young contender. As the dream of Olympic glory slipped away, Tyson and D'Amato turned their full focus toward the professional ranks, forging a plan to unleash a new kind of heavyweight on the world stage. Through expert commentary and firsthand accounts, this episode captures the critical transition from amateur promise to professional preparation—where discipline was sharpened, demons loomed, and a legend began to emerge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second installment of The Mike Tyson Career Profile, we dive into the raw, formative years of a young fighter destined for greatness. From the gritty gyms of Catskill, New York, under the watchful eye of legendary trainer Cus D'Amato, Tyson rapidly rose through the amateur boxing ranks. His explosive power and relentless aggression made him a standout in the junior circuits, culminating in national titles and high hopes for Olympic gold. But the road to the 1984 Olympics ended in heartbreak, as Tyson failed to make the U.S. team—a bitter disappointment that would ignite an even deeper hunger in the young contender. As the dream of Olympic glory slipped away, Tyson and D'Amato turned their full focus toward the professional ranks, forging a plan to unleash a new kind of heavyweight on the world stage. Through expert commentary and firsthand accounts, this episode captures the critical transition from amateur promise to professional preparation—where discipline was sharpened, demons loomed, and a legend began to emerge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 185 of Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast! Tonight, we're joined by Scott van Laer to dive into the story of the Forest Ranger Foundation—a volunteer-driven effort making sure New York's forest rangers have the gear and support they need when it matters most. We'll also talk about Tara Dower's impressive FKT, a tragic drowning in Harriman, and the latest rescues from the Catskills. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Forest Ranger Foundation, Jackson Petition, Send in your comments to DEC, NYNJTC Trail-a-thonVolunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Utica Club, Mountain King Brewery, Lake Placid Pub and Brewery#rescue #catskillsrescue #forestrangerfoundation #SAR #rangers #harriman #hike #hikethehudson #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

#175 - When Rodney Carpentier first laced up his police patrol boots to tackle a Catskill mountain, he had no idea he was beginning a transformative six-year odyssey that would shape not only his physical resilience but his creative future. Sharing his remarkable journey from unprepared novice to accomplished hiker who conquered all 35 peaks of the challenging Catskills 3500, Rodney reveals how the mountains became his sanctuary during life's most difficult moments.The trail wasn't just physical for Rodney. Between summits, he navigated profound personal loss, career challenges in law enforcement, and relationship hurdles that tested his resolve. "It was kind of the only thing I looked forward to," he admits, describing how these weekend adventures with his wife provided essential connection and accomplishment during turbulent times. These mountains that once left him breathless and struggling to keep pace gradually became a place of mastery and ultimately, creative inspiration.What makes Rodney's story particularly compelling is how his mountain adventures eventually gave birth to a second chapter as a mystery novelist. Drawing from his intimate knowledge of the Catskills' rugged terrain and his experiences in law enforcement, he crafted "Our Lady of the Overlook," the first in a trilogy of mystery novels set among the same peaks he spent years exploring. The mountains themselves become almost a character in his writing—unpredictable, beautiful, and occasionally dangerous.Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure inspiration, creative motivation, or simply a reminder that our challenges often lead to unexpected gifts, Rodney's journey demonstrates how adventure shapes who we become. As he puts it, "Life should be an adventure... if you're not trying to do something new or different or better, that's what makes life worth doing." Visit rlcarpentierwriter.com to explore Rodney's novels and continue following his Catskills journey.Want to be a guest on Journey with Jake? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjake Visit LandPirate.com to get your gear that has you, the adventurer, in mind. Use the code "Journey with Jake" to get an additional 15% off at check out. Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

After 45 years Mike Sakell enters into retirement. For four and a half decades he's been the voice of Sullivan and the Catskills, on today's episode he joins Host Dylan Price to take you on a journey through his career and discuss his legacy.

Planet Poet-Words in Space – NEW PODCAST!  LISTEN to my WIOX show (originally aired August l2th, 2025) featuring poets Bertha Rogers and Mary Gilliland. Bertha and Mary discuss their new books and talk about their work and their lives in poetry over the last few decades. Mary Gilliland is the author of Ember Days, The Devil's Fools (winner of the Codhill Press Pauline Uchmanowicz Poetry Award and the CNY Book Award), and The Ruined Walled Castle Garden (winner of the Bright Hill Press Poetry Prize). Honors include the 2023 International Literary Seminars Kenya/Fence 1st Prize in Poetry and a Cornell University Council on the Arts Faculty Grant. Mary is a poet, ecologist, and occasional essayist in New York's Finger Lakes Region where she has transformed a rocky acre of Six Mile Creek into a fawn-filled woodland garden. https://marygilliland.com/ Bertha Rogers is a poet, translator, and visual artist who lives and writes and walks on a mountain in New York's Catskills. Her recent poetry collection (Salmon, Ireland), is What Want Brings: New & Selected Poems. Her translation of the Anglo-Saxon Riddle Poems from the Exeter Book was published in 2019; and her translation of Beowulf  in 2000 (Birch Brook, NY).  Bertha, named First Poet Laureate of Delaware County, New York, in March 2005, and was the founding director of Bright Hill Press and Word Thursdays, a nonprofit organization in New York's Catskill Mountain Region.  www.bertharogers.com. Praise for Bertha Rogers and Mary Gilliland "The richness of Bertha Rogers's poetry flows from each line, each word, not just on the page to be seen, but heard as we silently mouth the words. Oh, how perfectly musical hervoice is, sometimes celebratory, sometimes sad, but always in tune with the matter at hand, whether it be nature or love or loss. Now I trust/in poems, rustling red leaves/I lay carefully on white pages,' she tells us. Her trust is well placed. What Want Brings brings us a most welcome treasure of poems new and selected."  --Matthew J. Spireng - author of Good Work, winner of 2019 Sinclair Poetry Prize Mary Gilliland's In the Pool of the Sea's Shoulder is a modern classic; an elemental deep-dive into the life of her brother, as Freddy, whose life was tragically cut short. Here, time and memory are distilled by ‘listening into the dark' in a poetics so sensitively attuned to loss and written through a myriad of forms and voices. Within the elegiac energy, there are echoes of Muriel Rukeyser's activist commitment in the documentary approach here. Tender yet ludic, this is a work of searing intelligence. Gilliland is a visionary poet writing at her peak.—JAMES BYRNE

August 22, 2025 GREG NICHOLS,author & pastor of Amazing GraceChurch, a confessional ReformedBaptist congregation in Catskill, NY AND DANIEL WOLFORD,deacon @ Trinity Reformed BaptistChurch of Carlisle, PA, who will bothaddress: “DUTIES of CHURCH MEMBERS toTHEIR PASTORS” Subscribe: Listen:

In Episode 3 of Season 2, Co-hosts Mark Gustavson and Jessica Dupont let the Catskills out of the bag in the 'Painted Village in the Sky' AKA Tannersville, NY. On their visit to the Hunter Foundation, they are welcomed by its Executive Director Sean Mahoney and board member Sarah Slutzky for a deeper dive into the many economic and community development successes on the mountaintop. 

Welcome to Episode 184 of Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast! Tonight, we hear a first-hand account of a Catskills rescue. Kate Henderson shares her story of fracturing her ankle on Dry Brook Ridge and what it was like to be carried out of the wilderness. Joining us is past guest Joanne, who witnessed the rescue and offers her own perspective. We'll also dive into the recent hiking ban in Nova Scotia and the new upcoming hunting season in Harriman that has a lot of people concerned. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Jackson Petition, Send in your comments to DEC, NYNJTC Trail-a-thon, Nova Scotia bans hikers, Hunting to begin in Harriman, Rabies Vaccine to be dropped on Western NY, Send your comment for hunting in Harriman - info@pipc.orgVolunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Hudson North, Hill Farmstead Brewing, Catskill Brewery#rescue #catskillsrescue #SAR #rangers #harriman #hike #hikethehudson #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

Dromfest, the '90s indie rock festival in the Catskill, NY hosted by Dromedary Records, will hold its 2025 edition over Labor Day Weekend (August 29-31) at The Avalon. (As of this posting, Saturday and Sunday are sold out but there are tickets for Friday.)Friend of the Roundtable Will Hermes spoke with Dromedary Records founder Al Crisafulli.

Publisher + editor-in-chief Guy Cipriano recently visited several courses in upstate New York. He shares the people he met, the courses he visited, his favorite grocery store finds and how he spent a rainy day in a cozy clubhouse.

The opening chapter of Mike Tyson's life story immerses you in his tumultuous childhood in Brownsville, recounting gripping moments that propelled him toward Catskill. There, a fateful meeting with Cus D'Amato ignites a dramatic journey destined to become legendary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The opening chapter of Mike Tyson's life story immerses you in his tumultuous childhood in Brownsville, recounting gripping moments that propelled him toward Catskill. There, a fateful meeting with Cus D'Amato ignites a dramatic journey destined to become legendary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adjacent to the Willowemoc Wild Forest, in the Sullivan Catskills, a 3100-acre parcel once eyed for development is now safeguarded for future generations. In this episode, we chronicle the Open Space Institute's landmark deal, and potentially the largest acquisition for the Catskills in nearly 25 years.From the quiet negotiations with landowners to the sweeping implications for climate resilience and watershed health, this episode dives deep into what makes Blue Hill so important to the region. Key highlights include:Behind-the-scenes details on how OSI's team identified and secured the propertyThe role of Blue Hill in protecting coldwater streams critical to downstream communitiesA look back at Blue Hill's brushes with development, including a ski resort derailed by liquor restrictions What the public can expect in terms of access, trails, and community engagementReflections on regional conservation wins and what they signal for the futureHear from Tom Gravel, OSI's Northeast Project Manager, and Charlie Burgess, OSI's Northern NY Stewardship Manager about OSI's strategic land acquisitions—and how they are advancing New York's commitment to conserve 30% of its lands and waters by 2030 under the state's 30x30 initiative.

In an exclusive interview with Host Dylan Price, NYS Assembly Member Paula Kay sits down with Dylan in studio to discuss a number of hot button issues facing Sullivan County and the Catskills. NYSEG rate hikes, all-electric regulations, healthcare shortages, and more are discussed. Plus, Paula breaks down her first 10 months since she was elected and talks more about her background.

The faith Jesus gives us frees us to give, stills our fears, and leaves tomorrow in God's hands…

In this episode, native Vermont hunter Erick Erickson sits down with Austin, Brian, and Bob to talk about his early days hunting Vermont and Maine, and about how his move to New York opened up the world of Adirondack big woods he now explores. He also talks about his experiences in the Catskills, the Midwest, and hunting out west for elk, and how all of these experiences helped him hone his skills with remote hot tent hunting. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax  Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB10" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W  Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com  Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl  Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt  Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

AFB and Evil Becky Burke are back at it, serving up a full platter of ultra goodness from Vermont to Rhode Island, with detours through the Catskills, Soapstone, Notchview, and the Squatchy Surprise in NJ. We're breaking down the highs, lows, and bug bites from recent races, plus dishing on who crushed it, who gutted it out, and who set new course records.  Art wrestles with “The Yips” on technical trails, Evil Becky relives her sandy Ocean State Ultra dropout at mile 50, and we both agree-some courses need to rethink their “short loop at the end” strategy. We tip our trucker hats to our Patreon trail legends. There's also talk of Escarpment ambitions, a potential Badger 100 return, awning insurance, and Evil Becky's upcoming birthday week. Episode Highlights: Vermont 100, Escarpment Trail Run, Catskills 30K Squatchy Surprise magic & Soapstone Assault grit Ocean State Ultra: dunes, shuttles, and sand in bad places Notchview highs, lows, and shoe swap disasters Bug-proof hats that actually work Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112  Escarpment Trail Run Soapstone Squatchy Surprise  Notchview Ultra Ocean State Ultra

Christ didn't wait for me to grow out of my self-concern.He died for me in the middle of it.And even though I return to it again and again—he loves me still…

Tianna Kennedy is co-owner and operator of Star Route Farm. She has lived in Tucson, the Bay Area, Nottingham, and Brooklyn. For over a decade, she has been farming in the Catskills, which now serves as her home base. Tianna is also part of the crew of Apollonia, a 64-foot steel-hulled schooner retrofitted for sail freight on the Hudson River. She contributes to cargo operations and deck work as the vessel transports goods between upriver farms and downriver markets using wind and recycled vegetable oil.

Welcome to Episode 182 of Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast! Tonight, Tad and I are diving into UMPs—yeah, those mysterious Unit Management Plans. We'll chat about what they actually are, why they matter for the places we hike, and how you can get involved without falling asleep. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Jackson Petition, UMP's, Catskill State Park Land Master Plan, DEC Webinar, Send in your comments to DECVolunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Hudson North, Central Waters Brewers Reserved #hikehudson #informaltrails #hike #hikethehudson #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills

On this episode of The Running Kind Podcast, Aimee is joined by Deputy Executive Director at the Catskill Center, Kali Bird. The Catskill Center protects the Catskills through advocacy, education, land protection and community engagement. Over the last three years, The Running Kind has developed a close relationship with The Catskill Center as a partner for our event Climb It For Climate where registration and raffle proceeds are donated on our behalf. You can find more information about The Running Kind here. https://therunningkind.net/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/therunningkind/ @therunningkind_ If you are looking for additional ways to support The Running Kind, check out our Patreon page! patreon.com/TheRunningKind Aimee Kohler  Founder of The Running Kind @aimskoh Produced by Aimee Kohler Music Dim Red Light by Don Dilego  

For the last thirty years, Rob has admired the writings of Nick Lyons. He considers Nick to be one of the top guests on his podcast; without the impact of Nick's work, this podcast wouldn't have come to life. Nick joins Rob to talk about his experiences in fishing and his late friend Ed Van Put's posthumous book, A Flyfisher's Revelations. Ed passed away in 2024. He wrote several books focused on the history of the Catskills and fishing. He meticulously documented his fishing experiences over thirty years, noting what he caught, the timing, weather conditions, fly patterns, and more, which serve as the foundation for this book. Ed discusses his straightforward approach to fly fishing, how to effectively present well-tied flies to a trout that's rising, the history of classic trout flies, and much more. The press release for the book mentions:  A FLYFISHER'S REVELATIONS is a captivating and provocative practical memoir, long awaited by legions of the author's fans. Ed has been a passionate and highly successful fly-fisherman and conservationist for more than half a century. Now, drawing on decades of carefully kept diaries and journals, his book is both the chronicle of a life devoted to fly-fishing and a unique sharing of detailed tips, tactics, strategies, and personal anecdotes that reveal why he has earned the reputation for unparalleled successes. He tells which flies have produced most effectively; how to choose and tie flies that work best; when and how to fish the dry or wet fly, nymph, midge, or streamer; the importance of approach and presentation. There is a special chapter on the Adams, his favorite fly and one on which he has taken more than 70% of the trout he caught on a dry fly. He also offers insight into the beauty, humility, and quiet rewards of a life spent in the embrace of nature and the pursuit of wild trout.  This book is an essential read for all fly-fishers, novice and advanced. Rob intends to visit Nick in person before the end of summer, making a stop in Livingston Manor to fish in Ed's beloved waters. Produced by Jason Reif. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys talk about football, getting arrested, and learn about aura farming. They also power rank Nickelodeon shows.Follow the show: @passthegravypod, @AlexJMiddleton, @NotPatDionne, and @RobertBarbosa03

The guys talk about football, getting arrested, and learn about aura farming. They also power rank Nickelodeon shows.Follow the show: @passthegravypod, @AlexJMiddleton, @NotPatDionne, and @RobertBarbosa03

In this episode, Martin talks with Ken Posner about his shift from Wall Street life to mountain trails, where he took on the brutal and beautiful Catskill "Grid"—a challenge requiring over 400 ascents across every month of the year. What began as a pursuit of a record evolved into something far deeper.Ken shares how stripping away gear, comfort, and convention helped him reconnect with nature on its terms. Barefoot, minimalist, and often alone, he found purpose in the mud, snow, and silence. This is more than a story about running—it's about transformation, obsession, and discovering what it means to move through the world with intention.Ken Posner's story continues in Chasing the Grid: An Ultrarunner's Physical and Spiritual Journey in Pursuit of the Ultimate Mountain Challenge.Pre-order now and experience the mountains through the eyes of a man who left behind convention to find meaning in every ascent.

Take the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast!https://weirddarkness.com/surveyA New Mexico cop's routine patrol became one of the most scrutinized UFO cases in history; and the government still can't explain it away.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateIN THIS EPISODE: What if Bigfoot and South Carolina's terrifying Lizard Man aren't two different monsters, but the same creature wearing a living coat of swamp moss that transforms its appearance from hairy ape to scaly reptile? One cryptid specialist believes this might be the case. (Bigfoot and Lizard Man) *** The Orang Bunian remain one of Southeast Asia's most enduring supernatural mysteries, with countless witnesses claiming encounters with these invisible forest dwellers who possess the power to manipulate time, marry humans, and even snatch babies directly from their mothers' wombs. (Malaysia's Orang Bunian) *** In 1975, Flora Stevens vanished from a hospital parking lot in the Catskills, leaving behind a husband who spent the rest of his life searching for answers to a disappearance that would baffle investigators for over four decades. (The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens) *** Researchers have discovered T-Rex could bite with power than they ever thought possible – biting down with the force of three cars crushing down on a single tooth — powerful enough to shatter the bones of its prey like no other dinosaur could. (The Bone-Crushing Truth of T-Rex's Bite) *** A small-town New Mexico police officer's routine speeding chase in 1964 transforms into one of the most credible and mystifying UFO encounters in history, complete with physical evidence that still defies explanation. (The Socorro Encounter)ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:43.797 = Show Open00:03:55.517 = The Socorro UFO Encounter00:24:17.067 = Malaysia's Oran Bunian00:35:39.102 = Bigfoot And Lizard Man00:45:27.293 = The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens00:53:53.993 = The Bone Crushing Truth About T-Rex's Bite01:00:15.027 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Socorro Encounter”: https://weirddarkness.com/socorro-ufo-encounter-lonnie-zamora/“Malaysia's Orang Bunian”: https://weirddarkness.com/hidden-people-orang-bunian-mystery/“Bigfoot And Lizard Man”: https://weirddarkness.com/bigfoot-and-lizard-man/“The Mysterious Disappearance of Flora Stevens”: https://weirddarkness.com/flora-stevens-disappearance/“The Bone Crushing Truth About T-Rex's Bite”: https://weirddarkness.com/t-rex-bite-power/=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. 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Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 15, 2025NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/SocorroUFO#SocorroUFO #LonnieZamora #UFOSighting #ProjectBlueBook #NewMexicoUFO #UFOIncident #1964UFO #UnexplainedMysteries #UAP #UFOEvidence #AlienEncounter #CloseEncounters #UFOInvestigation #FBIFiles #UFOHistory #Extraterrestrial #UFOWitness #DesertUFO #ParanormalInvestigation #UFOLanding #AirForceUFO #GovernmentCoverUp #UFOPhysicalEvidence #AmericanUFO #UFOCase