Pumpkin Festival
We invite you for an afternoon of hot cider, pumpkin carving, face painting and merry making! Buy your pumpkin from PCNC to support our roof restauration!
Author visit with Wendy Marech
Visit a reading with Wendy Marech about her adventures rebuilding a house in Elka Park
Huckleberry Point Hike
Huckleberry Point. 5 miles. This is an out and back hike with views of the Platte Clove gorge and Hudson Valley. It is considered easy to moderate; there are steep hills and the trail is well worn. Please meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Huckleberry Point trailhead parking lot, directly off Platte Clove Rd., Elka Park.
Those new to hiking are welcome! Please R.S.V.P. to susankukle@gmail.com and include a phone number for weather related changes.
Hotel Kaaterskill Ruins Hike
Hotel Kaaterskill Ruins. 4 miles. This is an out and back hike with views of the Kaaterskill gorge and the Hudson Valley. It is an easy hike. Please meet at 10:00 a.m. at the entrance to North Lake Campground, Haines Falls.
Those new to hiking are welcome! Please R.S.V.P. to susankukle@gmail.com and include a phone number for weather related changes.
Deer Mt. Inn lean-tos Hike
Deer Mt. Inn lean-tos. 3 miles. The gracious hosts of the Deer Mt. Inn welcome our hikers to an easy hike to two lean-tos with views of Tannersville and Colgate Lake. Please meet at 10:00 a.m. at the parking lot closest to the cottages at the Deer Mt. Inn, 790 County Rd. 25, Tannersville. Carpooling is encouraged.
Those new to hiking are welcome! Please R.S.V.P. to susankukle@gmail.com and include a phone number for weather related changes.
Colgate Lake Trail Hike
Colgate Lake Trail. 5 miles. This is an out and back hike along a level (more or less) trail with views of the Blackhead Mt. range. If conditions permit, bring skis or snowshoes. Please meet at 10:00 a.m. at the second parking lot opposite Colgate Lake, on County Rd. 78, East Jewett.
Those new to hiking are welcome! Please R.S.V.P. to susankukle@gmail.com and include a phone number for weather related changes.
Oct PCNC Board Meeting
Join us as on 2nd Sunday to discuss fundraising, church roof repairs and Holiday event planning
Overlook Mt. to Echo Lake Hike
Overlook Mt. to Echo Lake. This hike begins on the Woodstock side of Overlook Mt. 8 miles. It is an out and back hike to old ruins, views of the Hudson Valley, and a lakeside lean-to. It is a moderate hike. Please meet at 9:00 a.m. at the PCNC building to carpool to Mead Mt. Rd. trailhead, Woodstock.
Those new to hiking are welcome! Please R.S.V.P. to susankukle@gmail.com and include a phone number for weather related changes.
PCNC Volunteer Day
Join Platte Clove Neighborhood Center friends as we scrape, paint and prep the church building for the winter. Come ready to Paint!
Forage for Wild Mushrooms with Susan Kukle
Meet at end of Gillespie rd on Clum Hill;
Take a 2+ hour walk to search for wild (and possibly edible) local mushrooms with a life long naturalist. Bring a paper bag or basket to collect. Rain, or shine we will explore! No dogs please.
RSVP: susankukle@gmail.com
Sacred Bloom Sound Bath with Steph Thompson
Steph is a certified healer who offers a meditative experience of deep listening through the use of bells, bowls, shakers and chimes. She will take you on a relaxing explorative journey of the mind and body.
PCNC Board Meeting
Join us as on 2nd Sunday to discuss progress towards the church roof repairs and future event planning.
Forage for Wild Mushrooms with Susan Kukle
Take a 2+ hour walk to search for wild (and possibly edible) local mushrooms with a life long naturalist. Bring a paper bag or basket to collect. Rain, or shine we will explore! No dogs please.
Mink Hollow Lean-To with Susan Kukle and Bonnie Farrell
Take a 2 ½ mile walk (one way) to the Lean-To for lunch. Rain or shine, no dogs please. Please register by emailing susankukle@gmail.com.
Sacred Bloom Sound Bath with Steph Thompson
Steph is a certified healer who offers a meditative experience of deep listening through the use of bells, bowls, shakers and chimes. She will take you on a relaxing explorative journey of the mind and body.
PCNC August Board Meeting
Join us as this Sunday to discuss fundraising for the church roof.
PCNC Annual Picnic
Potluck picnic with music and games. Come meet your neighbors and celebrate Platte Clove history.
Private Garden and Farm Tour with Keith
Hike the Kaaterskill Clove past quarries and an old foundation, 6 miles RT. Leader: Susan Kukle.
Prediger Road to Roaring Kill Hike
Hike the Kaaterskill Clove past quarries and an old foundation, 6 miles RT. Leader: Susan Kukle.
Yoga with Jessa and Sound Bath with Stephanie
Hike the Kaaterskill Clove past quarries and an old foundation, 6 miles RT. Leader: Susan Kukle.
Palenville Overlook Hike
Hike the Kaaterskill Clove past quarries and an old foundation, 6 miles RT. Leader: Susan Kukle.
Devil’s Kitchen Lean-to Hike and Brunch
Hike from the Platte Clove Preserve to Devil’s Kitchen lean to, approximately 3 miles RT. Bring: your brunch; s’mores will be supplied! Leaders: Bonnie Farrell and Susan Kukle. No limit, all are welcome.
Reducing Anxiety Workshop with Gail Spindell, L.C.S.W
Identify techniques such as mindfulness, self-compassion, and positive self-talk to respond to the challenges of aging. Discussion topics may range from death, dying, grief and loss, to relationships and unfinished business.
Upcoming events
Summer Events 2025
Lead by PCNC members.
SIGN UP is required - see event descriptions and links below.
All events are free of charge and are open to the community at large. Donations towards PCNC are welcome.
For general preparedness and safety on hikes, refer to the NYS DEC’s Catskill Backcountry Info