Gather around. I have the latest edition of Catskill Crew for you. I hope you enjoy and I’ll see ya out there.
GATHERINGS
LOCAL’S NIGHT
My friends and my neighbors, I come to you with joyous news. Our Mondays have been quiet for far too long — so Catskill Crew is joining forces with Ralph's Bar and Bowling in Big Indian to officially and unequivocally launch Monday Local’s Night.
I repeat, MONDAY NIGHT is now LOCAL'S NIGHT at RALPH'S from 3 to 9 PM.
Every single Monday there’ll be:
$99 special for a beer, a shot, AND a room for a one-night stay.
Three-frame bowling tournament — whoever gets the highest score wins a prize — maybe some limited edition bowling shirts in the future?
White Russian drink special from Erik behind the bar, because the Dude certainly does abide.
Free pool upstairs — but warning, there are pool sharks in our midst.
Top-notch pizza from Auggie over at Tiny Pizza Kitchen. The Miss Betty White clocks in at a strong 14 out of 10 stars.
And for those of you who haven’t been to Ralph's yet, you should fix that. The food and drink are exceptional and the staff is incredible (we'll miss you, Mike — have fun in New Orleans).
FROM THE MOUNTAINS
THE REPORT
CONDITIONS |
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SUNRISE 6:09 AM ↑ |
SUNSET 7:53 PM ↓ |
MOONRISE 12:42 PM ↑ |
MOONSET 10:30 PM ↓ |
MOON Waxing Crescent 37% |
AIR QUALITY Good 19 AQI |
FIRE DANGER Low |
PROPERTY: The Andes Hotel
PETS: Mama Primrose the dog, Nayla the cat who has a sweet bowtie, and Sophie the white rabbit.
SKY: The waxing gibbous moon and the red supergiant Antares will have a close encounter on Aug 20th at 10:16 PM.
SIGHTINGS: Green Heron Butorides virescens
GAMES
RIVER LEGENDS
The leaderboard continues to be an absolute battleground with our current champion AJA dominating first place with that 418 lb 2 oz bag.
But from the river’s depths, the mysterious CRW and BOB have moved up to claim 2nd and 3rd place.
There’s still a big gap to close for the top spot. Can it be retaken? Only time will tell.
“This game has taken my productivity level down to 0% but the nostalgic feel and drive to get the Legends is AWESOME!” — CHRIS
WOODSTOCK
BLOCK PARTY
I think it’s time we throw ourselves a good old fashioned BBQ & Block Party down in Woodstock with the talented folks at Woodstock Meats and The Clubhouse.
We’ll be grillin’: Smash burgs, Latin-inspired chicken sandos, house-made sausages, and so much more.
We’ll be slingin’: Beer from Kingston Standard, Hugo spritzes, hibiscus margs, and a watermelon vodka fizz — just to name a few.
Yard games will be set up in hopes of inspiring some good long-lasting rivalries.
Come on out to Woodstock Meats on Labor Day Monday, September 7th, anytime from 4 to 8PM. This gathering shall be a proper farewell to summer. Hope to see ya there.
DO YOU KNOW
BOBCATS
The Bobcat (Lynx rufus) is our resident wild cat and measures in at about twice the size of a domestic cat.
They are stealthy hunters that ambush their prey with short, explosive bursts and are powerful enough to take down deer.
Can you guess a Bobcat’s top speed?
TOGETHER WITH
BOSCOBEL HOUSE & GARDENS
Just south of Cold Spring, set on 68 acres overlooking the Hudson River, sits Boscobel House & Gardens — a Federal-period landmark from the years just after the Revolution, saved from demolition in the 1950s and rebuilt piece-by-piece on the bluff where it stands today.
Embark on a guided tour, where expert guides bring to life the craftsmanship, stories, and people that shaped Boscobel more than two centuries ago. Then wander the formal gardens, the Native Meadow, or the Woodland Trail that leads down to Constitution Marsh — one of NY State's largest bird sanctuaries.
Boscobel also hosts the Boscobel Chamber Music Festival, now in its fifth season: the 2026 program explores the shared roots of European and American folk traditions, offering four public concerts that feature amazing musicians who have performed at Lincoln Center with the NY Philharmonic.
Plan your visit and grab your Festival Tickets here.
FROM THE ROAD
SETTING SUN
As many of my family, friends, neighbors, and bartenders know… I’m currently on the annual road trip chasing wild trout and ice cold waters.
This year, unlike last year, the vehicle has yet to break down and I intend to keep that trend going.
I’ll keep taking photos and updating this gallery as the adventures continue.
POSTED
THE BULLETIN
A NEW GAME: After almost 6 months of hard work, a new board game is nearly complete. Stay tuned.
RIVER LEGENDS: Play the game, find the legends, and claim the top spot on the leaderboard. TIGHT LINES.
PARTNER: Catskill Crew only works with limited partners — if you want to discuss teaming up you can reach out. LET’S CHAT.
THIS WEEK
HAPPENINGS
Grab a glass and hit the trail. The Wild Sip & Stroll is coming to East Branch Nature Preserve in Arkville on Saturday, August 22nd from 5 to 7PM.
There will be seven stations scattered along the trail, each pouring handcrafted wild drinks, craft cocktails (yeah, mocktails too), local beer, cider, and wine, with small bites to match as you wander the preserve.
The evening directly supports the good people at the Catskill Water Discovery Center, and there's a raffle stocked with local Catskills goods and experiences. Tickets are only on sale through August 20th, so hop to it — grab yours here.
TUESDAY | Winged Wheel Trio
Tubby's, Kingston at 7PM
Heck yeah
TUESDAY | Night Market
Belvedere Inn, Stamford at 6PM
Star Route Farm and Catskills Agrarian Alliance
WEDNESDAY | Game Night: Magic the Gathering and DJ
Tubby's, Kingston at 6PM
Steal me a black lotus
THURSDAY | Summer Shortcuts XVI
The Open Eye Theater, Margaretville
Six COOL plays
THURSDAY | Stories and Songs of the Revolution with Jonathan Kruk and Linda Russell
Hudson River Maritime Museum, Kingston at 7PM
Jonathan is a legendary storyteller
THURSDAY | Outdoor Movie: Holes
Olana, Hudson at 7:30PM
Gather on the east lawn
THURSDAY | Joyce Manor
Bearsville Theater, Woodstock at 8PM
Enjoy the show
FRIDAY | Grazing Day: Fancy Feast Supper Club Pop-up
All Sorts, Hancock at 11AM
Just show up and chow
FRIDAY | Bingo Night
Catskill Brewery, Livingston Manor at 6PM
Have yourself an ice cold frosty chilly beer
FRIDAY | Farmed and Foraged Dinner with Chef Rob Handel
Catskills Visitor Center, Mt. Tremper at 6:30PM
That cobb salad… I really want it right now… so hungry
SATURDAY | Mysteries of Light and Color with Bob Berman
Spiral House Park, Saugerties at 4PM
The world’s most widely read astronomer SO SICK
SATURDAY | A Fishable Feast - Book Signing with Matt Supinski
Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, Livingston Manor at 1PM
For my fish friends
SATURDAY | Whimsical Floral Workshop
Hudson Valley Seed Co, Accord at 1:30PM
Wildflowers wildflowers wildflowers
SATURDAY | Sausage and Brew Festival
Hobart Farmers Market at 1PM
Beer. Food. Music.
SATURDAY | Shandaken Eagle Day
Main St., Phoenicia at 11AM
Floats are encouraged
SUNDAY | Thomas Cole Summer Festival
Thomas Cole National Historic Site, Catskill at 1PM
Nice and with Coopers Daughter
SUNDAY | Cloud Nothings + Knifeplay
Tubby's, Kingston at 7PM
Dreamwave let’s goOoOo
