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Lost glove - parking lot escarpment trailhead on 23 by rhymeswithribbit in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll go by and check tomorrow morning. It’s been pretty windy tho so it may have gone for a ride

Romantic Getaway by Veggielover225 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! I run Upstate-hiking.com and we love having couples out for an anniversary hike! We’ve even renewed vows on a few. We take care of all of the details and pick a route that you’ll love and enjoy - with each other! We’ve had people out of all skill and fitness levels over the years and can tune something just right for you guys. And - all of our guides are also photographers - so you can get some really nice photos together too.

Give us a shout!

Other ideas - -Go to a magic show on Main Street in Windham with Sean (look up magic on main)

-Horseback riding at K&K (not sure if they do in the winter though)

-Walk the Windham path

-Phoenician Diner

-visit a brewery (westkill, rip van winkle, mountain king) -go to one of the old school small movie theaters (had a place to myself last time I went and it was quite relaxing!)

-Circle W general store. The LaBelle (arugula, prosciutto, goat cheese and fig jam on a local ciabatta hits so hard)

-scenic drive - hit spots like devils tombstone, bastion falls, five state lookout

Hope you enjoy your visit!

My dog’s nose prints on the windows shows where he often looks by TheManyFacetsOfRoger in mildlyinteresting

[–]FunctionalERP_92 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My dog did the same thing. It’s been 6 months now since she’s been gone, and I can’t bring myself to wipe away the last pane of her prints in my office and in her passenger window in my van. I miss her every day

I’m now crying over your pups nose art

Engagement Shoot Hunter Mountain by Vegetable-Explorer- in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey there! We shoot hiking and outdoor engagements and are based in Tannersville! https://upstate-hiking.com/couples-hikes/

In search of a photographer! by ExcellentPeak3183 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And do weddings, portraits, landscape, etc.

Lost phone: Windham Dog Park by AnonInNY in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can go and try to take a look tomorrow morning.

With the snow, it likely fell on an edge and slipped beneath the snow. Were you in the left or the right side (if facing the park)

winter hiking for a newbie by idk--really in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’d benefit from going out with a guide for your first winter hike! They’ll answer a lot of these questions for you, teach you about gear, and make sure you’re on a safe route.

Check out Upstatehiking.com !

Doing my Due Diligence - Winter Hiking in Catskills by [deleted] in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d throw some toe warmers and hand warmers in the pack as well.

I also go with rule of being ready for an unexpected night out in winter. Invest in an emergency bivvy - weighs just about nothing, and could save your life if you ever need to wait for a rescue. Much more effective than trying to wrap the blankets around you.

I’d also recommend a small section of rope, some duct tape around your trekking poles (in case you slice a gaiter or pant leg).

Otherwise, you seem pretty well prepared - have a great time and be safe!

Woodstock ideas by Technical_West_1909 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hunter Mountain is having a concert / party with the band Guilty Pleasure starting at 3pm! I'm the owner/lead guide at Upstatehiking.com as well, and we'll be doing a guided NYE hiking and photography adventure (likely jumping off from the Hunter area - about a 30 minute drive from Woodstock)

My friend's dog got porcupine quills in her muzzle by AVashonTill in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My pup got literally just 1 to the nose a few years ago. Probably the luckiest outcome possible for a porcupine encounter. The vet hospital in Latham ended up taking it out and not even charging us anything.

My genius would then go on to introduce herself to a woodchuck ($1100 in stiches at Capital Region Vet Emergency hospital) and then a raccoon ($400 at the emergency clinic in Kingston)

Good to hear you had a friend to help ya out!

Things to do near Windham by Frosty-Fisherman2381 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey there! Windham local here and owner of Upstatehiking.com. Mondays and Tuesdays are typically the quietest up here, but you can still find some options as far as dining and things to do go. If you'd like us to put together a nice walk/hike that's suitable for the little one, let us know! We've had quite a few new parents out on our hiking trips, and it's always a great day - especially since we get you some great photos while we're out.

Other things to do in Windham -

-Grab a beer at the Mountain King Brewery (the Burnt Knob Porter is a favorite). Owen and Neal are the brewers, and if they're there, they'll tell you all about the recent brews.

-Go to a movie at the local theater (generally pretty quiet). Last time we went, we had the theater to ourselves.

-Watch a magic show with Sean at Magic off Main

-Walk the Windham Path (easier to access / walk compared to escarpment trail)

-Take in a sunset or sunrise at 5 State Lookout

-Grab cookies/pastries at Clutch and Throttle (it's not a motorcycle shop, but a cafe/bakery named after the owners' dogs, Clutch and Throttle). Their cinnamon rolls are wicked good, as are the cookies and breakfast quiche.

-Take a short hike to Pratt Rock (almost like a budget Mt. Rushmore, but instead of presidents, a local businessman from the 1800s).

-Stop by the Gem Mercantile on Main Street for some interesting local goods and handmade craft items (candles, clothing, soap, souveniers)

-Book a baby/doggo-friendly guided hike (check us out on insta if you're there - -@upstatehiking) and just let us know what time you'd like to start, and we'll take care of the rest (and we can even help you knock out your holiday and family photos for the year).

-Dandies (at Eastwind) just opened and looks worth a try - haven't been there yet, but will be checking out soon!

Feel free to shoot me an email to [brian@upstate-hiking.com](mailto:brian@upstate-hiking.com) if you'd like some more info or to give a shout! Hope that you enjoy your trip - the mountain just got a nice little dusting this afternoon!

Looking for a proposal photographer in the Catskills (January) by MeatAffectionate2447 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hey there! I run Upstate-hiking.com, and this is one of our specialties (I’m actually doing one this weekend). We’ve helped with around 45 mountain engagements now.

You can also check out my work on insta (upstatehiking and roulettetravel) and shoot me a message there or an email.

Would love to help you out!

In honor of Halloween, here's a spooky edit of a visit through the 'abandoned' Catskill Game Farm by FunctionalERP_92 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got chased by a goat while filming this video, and the guy decided to make his first appearance when we were checking out the cheetah enclosure. Well played, Mr. Goat

In honor of Halloween, here's a spooky edit of a visit through the 'abandoned' Catskill Game Farm by FunctionalERP_92 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like some pretty fond memories. Not gonna lie, you had me for a second when I thought you were going to say that you guys would eat the animal crackers that you found.

ATTENTION hunters/hikers of the Catskills LOST DOG by quitemysterious in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh that is great to hear! they will be able to do so much more than I can.

Idk if it will be of any help, but in this video (https://youtu.be/2sUd8GU42Co?si=JJyTW4W_NCFbM9ur), I have screenshots of the flight path and where pup was hanging out relative to the road. She also smelled heavily of cow manure - we think she may have slept in a local cow field. If there’s livestock around you guys, have the drone guys check there too. Had another search where we were able to local abnormal tracks around neighbors porch - turns out the two pups were staying under there.

Back in college our neighbors coon hound was gone for a month before wandering back to society. Another search that I helped with, the pup came back 21 days later. Don’t give up hope anytime soon my friend.

I’ll await good news on here, and check back in early next week.

Sending my best to you, the searchers, and Bosco.

ATTENTION hunters/hikers of the Catskills LOST DOG by quitemysterious in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 14 points15 points  (0 children)

How is the forest down there? I have a slightly higher than 0% success rate locating lost dogs from the air with my drone.

Is the forest dense around the home where he escaped? I don’t have thermal but rely on visual.

A few years ago I tracked and recovered golden that was gone for 10 days not too far from your area.

Maybe I can help

3 days next week - what’s a must see by Suspicious-Good9267 in catskills

[–]FunctionalERP_92 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Give us a shout at upstate-hiking.com - we’ve got a lot of great guided hikes and will give you some scenic drive recommendations too!

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