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 at a discounted rate for those wishing to stay for the full weekend.
Registration details will follow, along with information on the hikes in upcoming issues of the Catskill Canister and on the Club website.
Lodging Details
A radiant jewel in the heart of the Catskills
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!
More information coming soon! Email winterweekend@catskill3500club.org with any questions.