The Road Best Taken

Personal Stories and Other Essays Related to Safety

This page has been established in an effort to help foster safe practices for those who venture into the mountains. The Catskill 3500 Club Hiking Safety Editorial Staff hopes that you find this compilation of essays educational, inspirational and enjoyable.

Autumn Hiking

From the Peak Along the Fringe

Boot Up

H2O So Cold – Staying Dry in the Outdoors

Personal Locator Beacons

State Forest Rangers - Your Friends in the Woods!

Maintaining Homeostasis – a Kaaterskill Marathon

Hiking with Kids

Why Do You Carry All That Gear?

Cougars in the Catskills

Participant Expectations for 3500 Club Sponsored Winter Group Hikes

The Trail-less Peaks