WINTER WEEKEND - 2026
The Catskill 3500 Club’s Winter Weekend will be held at The Full Moon Resort in Big Indian, NY, with a dinner for members and guests on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Hikes will be offered on January 17 and 18, and rooms will be available starting Friday night at a discounted rate for those wishing to stay for the full weekend.
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Event Details
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Two days filled with hikes. Details will be in the December 2025 issue of the Catskill Canister and on the Hike Schedule page.
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Dinner and lodging hosted by the Full Moon Resort—making it easier for everyone to connect and enjoy the weekend together.
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Friday Night Welcome Party with pizza.
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Saturday Dinner – $55 (plus fees) per person (includes 3 passed appetizers, 4 entrées, (including veggie, vegan and gluten free), 2 sides, and a cash bar), Vendor Tables including Camp Catskill, surprise activities, fun and games, and more!
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Plenty of time for relaxation and socializing.​​​​​
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Reserve your tickets now for Saturday’s dinner through Eventbrite before they sell out! ​​
Lodging Details
Book Your Stay
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Rates start at $100 per night, depending on room tier
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Options from cozy, private rooms to luxury cottages
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1 & 2 night stays are available
Book your stay in one of the cozy, private rooms within our room block at a discounted rate by calling Full Moon’s front desk at 845-254-5117. Be sure to mention you’re with the Catskill 3500 Club for the discounted Club rate!
Additional luxury cottages are available to book without a discount by calling 845-254-5117, or directly through their Airbnb listings.
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About Full Moon Resort
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Enchantingly unique. Rustic, yet refined.
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One hundred acres of forests, meadows and spring-fed streams.
Full Moon Resort, a year-round destination, hosts magical Catskills WEDDINGS, world-class RETREATS, a pioneering MUSIC program and a Winter Wonderland HOTEL... just 10 minutes from Belleayre Mountain Ski Center.
Re-connect with nature, while enjoying a spectrum of lodging options, exceptional dining and a sparkling new four-season heated pool.
Only 2.5 hours from NYC, near legendary Woodstock, NY
1 Valley View Road, Big Indian, New York 12410
About Winter Weekend​
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The Beginnings: Ironically, the very first Winter Weekend also took place on January 18 and 19 in 1970. The Club gathered at the Mountain Gate in Oliverea, the 1969 Canister quotes in parenthesis "rea rhymes with sea". The Club had approximately 65 members at that time and the Reverend Ray L. Donahue was President.​
Winter Weekend began as a way to bring together members who were passionate about winter hiking and the challenges of summiting the Catskill peaks in winter conditions. As winter hiking and peak-bagging in the Catskills grew in popularity, the Winter Weekend became a way to celebrate the season, encourage participation in winter hiking, and provide a social gathering for members. With just 70 members, it also provided a structured and communal way for members to tackle winter peaks, emphasizing the safety and skills needed to navigate the mountains in challenging conditions.
The celebration of Winter Weekend continues today as a highlight of the club’s calendar, bringing together members of all levels and continuing the legacy of enjoying and preserving the Catskill Mountains. This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, meet other members, and celebrate the Catskill Mountains we all cherish. Whether you're participating in the hikes or joining us for the evening social, we look forward to seeing you there!
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Keep a lookout on social media and your inboxes for more details as we approach the weekend and get ready for a memorable time in the heart of the Catskills. We can't wait to celebrate the winter season with you!