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2017 -The Year in Photos
Snow News is Good News
The past few winters have left a lot to be desired for snow sport enthusiasts. Local resorts have done their best but blown snow will never be powder. The past week of white stuff has been encouraging. Here's what the Hudson Valley and Catskill Resorts are reporting. Read more
Free XC Ski Clinics, New Paltz
GEAR Deals for the Holidays
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For good or ill the holiday shopping season is upon us. We've sorted through the ads and found some of the best deals for you. That being said we do support #REI's #OPTOutside mission on Black Friday. More deals HERE
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REEL Rock Film Fest
November 15, the REEL Rock Film Festival swings by the Rosendale Theater at the edge of the Gunks. Get ready for climbing’s greatest stories, stars, and sends. In it's 12th year, REEL Rock premieres four new short films that will deliver heart-thumping action, big laughs, and pure inspiration. Read more
Hunters and Hikers
Mountain Bikers, Climbers, Trail Runners, and XC Skiers too
By Alan Via
Every September I think of how concerns over hiking during the hunting season keeps some folks indoors.
As a hiker who grew up hunting, allow me to share some thoughts for those who don't want to give up weeks of being in the woods.
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Every September I think of how concerns over hiking during the hunting season keeps some folks indoors.
As a hiker who grew up hunting, allow me to share some thoughts for those who don't want to give up weeks of being in the woods.
Read more
Ulster Corps Zombie Escape 2017
Another great Zombie Escape in the books. For the 8th year Ulster Corps put on this fun, family event at Williams Lake in Rosendale. See PHOTO Gallery
A Guide to Outdoors- Leave No Trace
Hiking, camping, rock and ice climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, SUP, and canoeing, open water swimming, and trail running, or just taking a casual stroll, are all fantastic ways of connecting with the natural world. Read more Part One
How to Doo Doo in the Woods
How do you doo doo in the woods? For hikers, bikers, trail runners, climbers, kayake, just everyone hanging out outside.
No Man's Land Film Festival- New Paltz
The No Man’s Land Film Festival (NMLFF),The All-female Adventure Film Festival, is coming to the Rock and Snow Annex on Saturday, October 21.
Starting at 8pm, in partnership with the Gunks Climbers Coalition, the NMLFF will show films spotlighting women climbing, mountain biking, running, ski-snowboarding, surfing, and outdoor adventuring. Read more
Starting at 8pm, in partnership with the Gunks Climbers Coalition, the NMLFF will show films spotlighting women climbing, mountain biking, running, ski-snowboarding, surfing, and outdoor adventuring. Read more
The Hot Iron Half and 5K
The Hot Iron Half & 5k at Tymor Park, these new trail race are the brain child of Ben Drew of Run On Hudson Valley, and will take place October 22, in Union Vale, NY. Read more
Running Events this weekend- October 13-15
Overview of running events coming up this weekend.
Ragnar Trail Wawayanda Lake presented by SalomonCat's Tail Trail Marathon
Hambletonian Marathon, Half Marathon & Good Time Trotters Relay
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Ragnar Trail Wawayanda Lake presented by SalomonCat's Tail Trail Marathon
Hambletonian Marathon, Half Marathon & Good Time Trotters Relay
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The Trifecta of Triathlon
Lauren Warren and Ironman Championships
Local triathlete Lauren Warren will compete at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii in just about one week. read more
A Walk in the Park with the Stoppel Point Volunteers
by John Pinder
It’s a comfortably warm, sunny day on the Escarpment Trail, and I just can’t seem to stop mentioning the torrential downpours that dominated our excursion last year. The sun shines through the treetops and we stop at each lookout point to soak up the extended views. A year ago each vista was a thick wall of fog. “Oh, here I go again!” read more
Rosendale Runs
I’m a local runner and have run the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and the road portion of the Rosendale Runs Half Marathon many times, but it was never quite like the run on Saturday, October 10. The road route was speckled with supporters cheering the runners on. Read more
19th Annual New Paltz Climbing Film Festival
The 19th annual New Patlz Climbing Film Festival will take place 7:30 pm, Saturday, October 7th (Columbus Day Weekend) at SUNY's Studley Theater (next to Old Main Building). read more
Survival of the Shawangunks Triathlon'17
As per the usual a foggy start greeted athletes preparing to ride the first leg of the eight stages in the Survival of the Shawangunks Triathlon. read more
The Hills Are Alive at the Vermont 100K
On July 15 and 16, 2017 I accomplished two long time goals- visiting Vermont and running a one hundred kilometer race.
As a former music teacher and lover of musicals, Vermont had been on my list of places to visit because of the Sound of Music and the Von Trapp family. read more
As a former music teacher and lover of musicals, Vermont had been on my list of places to visit because of the Sound of Music and the Von Trapp family. read more
Thatcher Park Running Festival
All distances ran the first 2 miles together through a picnic area weaving through playground equipment on a cyclo-cross like course over oregano scented grass before bottle-necking on to a single track trail descending into shadowy woods. Thatcher Park Running Festivalread more
SOS4Kids Triathlon '17
A distinct chill in the air greeted the competitors in this year's SOS4Kids. The youngest were first into the pool,read more
Belleayre Mountain Bike Race 2017
A Viable Outdoor Community
As outdoor people, it is our charge to keep our community viable, and that community is made up of athletes, volunteers, stewards, neighbors, environmentalist, conservationists, friends, family, and flora and fauna. Read more
Williams Lake Classic Mountain Bike Race'17- Photo Gallery
Escarpment Trail Run 2017 Photo Gallery
Hudson Valley Outside is the hub for the Hudson Valley's community of outdoor athletes. We feature stories and photos of athletes, events, and locations around the Hudson Valley while emphasizing the connection between stewardship of the land, the local economy, outdoor sports, and health.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, April 21,
9:00am 22nd Annual YMCA Kid's Classic
9:00am Home Away From Home
Sunday, April 22,
Earth Day
7:00am Timber Ridge XC Mountain Bike Series
8:00am Ride the Rock
9:00am Conquer The Trail Race Series
9:00am Leatherman's Loop
9:00am New York Duathlon Series - Hudson Valley - Race #1
1:00pm Kiwanis Kingston Classic
Saturday, April 28
8:00am Sybil Ludington
8:00am Tour of the Battenkill
8:30am Sean's Ride
9:00am Bill Robinson Masters 10K
9:00am Catskill Mountain Crusher
9:00am Spring Run Off
8:45pm Red Wing After Hours 8k
Sunday, April 29
9:00am Delmar Duathlon
9:00am Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation
9:00am Ray's Run
9:00am 22nd Annual YMCA Kid's Classic
9:00am Home Away From Home
Sunday, April 22,
Earth Day
7:00am Timber Ridge XC Mountain Bike Series
8:00am Ride the Rock
9:00am Conquer The Trail Race Series
9:00am Leatherman's Loop
9:00am New York Duathlon Series - Hudson Valley - Race #1
1:00pm Kiwanis Kingston Classic
Saturday, April 28
8:00am Sybil Ludington
8:00am Tour of the Battenkill
8:30am Sean's Ride
9:00am Bill Robinson Masters 10K
9:00am Catskill Mountain Crusher
9:00am Spring Run Off
8:45pm Red Wing After Hours 8k
Sunday, April 29
9:00am Delmar Duathlon
9:00am Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation
9:00am Ray's Run
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Writers sought for specialized coverage
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Other Stuff
Park and Trail Resources
There are State Forests, 18 State Parks and 1 National Historic Site, not to mention innumerable trails, in the Mid-Hudson region.
Check out this interactive site-
http://www.stateparks.com/hudson_valley_new_york_parks.html
And this website from the DEC-
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7804.html
And another from the Hudson Valley Greenway-
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1yci7_xu9E-mg_jRQew729r_9hL0&hl=en
Check out this interactive site-
http://www.stateparks.com/hudson_valley_new_york_parks.html
And this website from the DEC-
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7804.html
And another from the Hudson Valley Greenway-
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1yci7_xu9E-mg_jRQew729r_9hL0&hl=en
Mountain Peak Fitness
"Come further up, come further in!” Aslain extolled his followers in “The Last Battle” the final book in the Chronicles of Narnia. Read more
Gunks Apps
First there was the Trapps App, then came the Nears App and, coming this spring, there will be two new apps- the Peter’s Kill Bouldering App and the Peter’s Kill Climbing App. Read more
Gravity Vault Comes to Poughkeepsie
3.16
Indoor climbing in the Hudson Valley is about to get a lot bigger. The Poughkeepsie branch of the Gravity Vault will open in March behind Bounce on Neptune Avenue. Read more
Indoor climbing in the Hudson Valley is about to get a lot bigger. The Poughkeepsie branch of the Gravity Vault will open in March behind Bounce on Neptune Avenue. Read more
The Southern Pine Beetle
The good news is that as of right now there is very little evidence of the Southern Pine Beetle to be found in the Gunks.
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Who's Your Bike Shop ?
Where can you go to talk about your favorite sport, have a beer or a coffee, and buy gear? Your local bike shop of course.
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Bob Elsinger- Local Hero
By David Lucander
This is a man who has done his reps. Right foot out wide. Right hand up for a layback. Rock on to it. Bucket with the left hand...
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This is a man who has done his reps. Right foot out wide. Right hand up for a layback. Rock on to it. Bucket with the left hand...
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The Devil's Kitchen
Camping in Gunks
The NYSDEC recently announced the closing of the Shawangunk (MUA) in as of May 3, 2016. Read more
The Catskill Forest Preserve
It’s Not a Park
It’s not a park. That’s perhaps the first thing visitors need to know about the Catskill Forest Preserve (CFP).
Feed the Machine!
By Lori Beers
For athletes in the Hudson Valley the early arrival of beautiful spring weather means an earlier training season.
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For athletes in the Hudson Valley the early arrival of beautiful spring weather means an earlier training season.
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The Jolly Rovers Trail Crew
Single track, double track, carriage trail, technical, jeep trail. Trails are an integral part of outdoor recreation and most of them are built by volunteers. The Jolly Rovers Trail Crew has built trails in Yonkers, New Hampshire Read more
Life is Returning to Sam's Point
Life is returning to Sam’s Point after a wildfire consumed 2028 acres this spring.
All forest needs fires, but not quite like this one.
Read more.
All forest needs fires, but not quite like this one.
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Spring Back from Winter
3.10.16
By Dick Vincent
For many of us the cold of winter and the long, dark nights means a Read more.
By Dick Vincent
For many of us the cold of winter and the long, dark nights means a Read more.
New Ways to Access the Hudson River
Map- Guides, Mobile Website, and Guidebook to the Hudson River.
The 256 mile Hudson River is the main artery of the Catskills, the Shawangunks and the Hudson Highlands. Read more
The 256 mile Hudson River is the main artery of the Catskills, the Shawangunks and the Hudson Highlands. Read more
Lean-to Magic
By Moe Lemire
There is something to be said to falling asleep in a Lean-to in the woods. Be it listening Read more
There is something to be said to falling asleep in a Lean-to in the woods. Be it listening Read more
Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
By Dr. Greg Cecere
How many of us actually get out of our comfort zone regardless of speed or interval/distance? How many of us actually mix it up with other sports on a regular basis? Read more
How many of us actually get out of our comfort zone regardless of speed or interval/distance? How many of us actually mix it up with other sports on a regular basis? Read more
Dark Chocolate: Performance Enhancing Drug?
Dr. Greg Cecere
Perhaps. At least it is for mice as of a 2011 study. It is not a perfect connection to make to humans but the conclusions from this particular study are not farfetched either. To this day, Read more -
Perhaps. At least it is for mice as of a 2011 study. It is not a perfect connection to make to humans but the conclusions from this particular study are not farfetched either. To this day, Read more -
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PEAK Magazine- Hudson Valley Outside
PEAK Magazine is for everyone who finds their peak experiences in the peaks of the Shawangunks, Catskill Mountains, Hudson Highlands of the Hudson Valley.
Look here for stories and photos featuring the athletes, events, and locations from around the peaks.
Look here for stories and photos featuring the athletes, events, and locations from around the peaks.
