Good day to you traveler. The latest edition of Catskill Crew is hot off the presses. Enjoy and I’ll see ya out there.
IN THE FIELD
BREAKFAST QUEST
To my cardiologist’s relief, the Breakfast Quest is complete.
Thousands of you voted for your favorite breakfast sandwich, and I ate the top 20 most-voted-for sandwiches to find who truly reigns supreme.
All the sandwiches are winners in my book, but there can only be one champion.
Read the results below and then use this list to go find your favorite.
FROM THE MOUNTAINS
THE REPORT
CONDITIONS |
|---|
SUNRISE 5:59 AM ↑ |
SUNSET 8:07 PM ↓ |
MOONRISE 4:23 AM ↑ |
MOONSET 7:33 PM ↓ |
MOON Waning Crescent 2% |
AIR QUALITY Good 35 AQI |
FIRE DANGER Low |
PETS: Rex the dog, Thunderbird the cat, and Marigold the goat
SKY: A total solar eclipse will take place tomorrow, Aug 12th at 1:50 PM. But here in the Catskills, we'll get a partial — about 11.2% coverage at the max.
SIGHTINGS: Glossy Ibis Plegadis falcinellus
GAMES
RIVER LEGENDS
It’s been seven long days since the launch of Catskill Crew’s first video game — RIVER LEGENDS — and we have crossed 50,000 rounds played.
The leaderboard has begun to stabilize with a mysterious “AJA” emerging to claim the top spot with an astounding 418 lbs and 2 oz (every ounce counts). This is a true feat of luck and pure raw talent.
For many contenders, AJA has shattered their fighting spirit — and for others, well, the fight for the top spot may have just begun.
Will you step forth and cast your line to challenge AJA?
NEW FEATURE
INTRODUCING: GALLERIES
If you know me, you know I'm not all that big on social media — hence the whole newsletter thing. So I made a gallery: a place to share photos with you all, with zero risk of doomscrolling into oblivion.
To kick things off, here are some photos from last weekend's rip-roaring Adult Summer Camp. The energy was immaculate.
Huge congrats to the Foxes, who claimed eternal glory — I'm already looking forward to year two.
DO YOU KNOW
CRITTERS
The Least Weasel (Mustela nivalis), measuring only 6-10 inches long, is the world's smallest carnivore.
A creature with a voracious appetite and a high metabolism, WHAT PERCENTAGE of its body weight must it eat daily?
Study this cute and tiny friend, then take a guess.
STATUS REPORT
GOING-GOING-GOING
There are only a few Summer Editions of the Catskill Crew Quarterly remaining, and they're unlikely to last long.
- WHAT THE CREW HAS TO SAY -
“The Quarterly is a joy! Pairs perfectly with a cold brew and view of the mountains. Each edition has drawn me deeper into the season with its recipes, illustrations and insights.” — Rebecca
“Personal favorite: bug articles by Ivy Mackey. And I love knowing my subscription gives back to our ecosystem and community.” — Kate
“Really digging the new Quarterly format. Summer was my favorite edition yet. The Snap Pea Salad is an instant classic. Thank you, Catskill Crew!” — Liam
“The quarterly is such a delightful way to mark the seasons and be aware of your surroundings.” — Vivian
If you'd like to receive some Snail Mail, raise funds for the Catskill Center, and plant a tree — you can grab one of the last few below.
POSTED
THE BULLETIN
PARTNER: Catskill Crew only works with limited partners — if you want to discuss teaming up you can reach out. LET’S CHAT.
TROUT CAPS: All sold out. I’ll pull the trigger on another small batch. Stay tuned.
CALENDAR: I’m probably launching a full-on event calendar next week. It’s 99.9% complete. Lock in and get ready.
THIS WEEK
HAPPENINGS
WEDNESDAY | Les Misérables
Hudson Valley Shakespeare, Garrison
Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise
THURSDAY | Evening Sail on the Hudson River with Greene Land Trust
Athens Riverfront Park at 5:15PM
Aboard with ethnoecologist Justin Wexler
THURSDAY | Loboko
Tubby's, Kingston at 7PM
Congolese dance band
FRIDAY | Protect the Trees: Invasive Species Through the Seasons
Ashokan Rail Trail at 9AM
Protect the native saplings
FRIDAY - SUNDAY | The Festival
Hutton Brickyards, Kingston
Three day music festival
FRIDAY - SUNDAY | 24th Annual Puppet Extravaganza
Tidewater Center, Saugerties at 7PM
Umm this looks amazing
FRIDAY - SUNDAY | Sunflower & Sangria Festival
Meadowbrook Farm, Leeds
Strong combo
SATURDAY | Historic Hudson Walking Tours
Big Onion Walking Tours, Hudson at 11AM
From the Quakers to Charles Dickens
SATURDAY | Birds of Prey
Routine Pleasure, Saugerties at 12PM
With Ravensbeard Wildlife Center
SATURDAY | Catskill Wine Party
27 Cafe, Catskill at 5PM
This will be good
SATURDAY | Len Halladay and his Adams- A presentation by Mike Valla
Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum, Livingston Manor at 11AM
The iconic Adams
SATURDAY | Queer Honky Tonk with Hudson Valley Flyers
Unicorn Bar, Kingston at 6:30PM
Classic country honky tonk
SATURDAY | Protect the Path Hiking Series: Hunter Mt.
Catskill Center, Arkville at 10AM
Get outside
SUNDAY | August BBQ
The Pines, Mount Tremper from 2-7PM
Live tunes and brisket
SUNDAY | Save the Dogs, A Fundraising & Awareness Campaign To Help End Animal Testing
The Flying Goose Tavern, Kerhonkson at 12PM
Good stuff folks
SUNDAY | Kingston Guards Benefit Event
Historic Louw–Bogardus House, Kingston at 3PM
Goes to support vintage base ball
SUNDAY | Old Time Music Jam
Wayside Cider, Andes at 3PM
Have some cider and enjoy some tunes
MONDAY | Delaware County Fair
Walton
see schedule
