BURY MY BONES

Come on in. We got new Crew shirts, a medieval feast, endless halloween events, vacation inspiration, cocktail recipes, and more. Enjoy the read and I’ll see ya out there.

The eagle has landed and its brought us a crate of new Catskill Crew Bury My Bones shirts.

Black pocket tees with black bear skulls, ferns, mushrooms, and mountains. The chassis is a heavyweight Comfort Colors pocket tee, 100% ring-spun cotton, and screen printed with Catskill goodness.

They’ll serve you well by the fire, on the trail, or six feet under a sugar maple.

FROM OUR FRIENDS AT RED COTTAGE

Red Cottage curates the most design-forward vacation homes across the Catskills, Hudson Valley, Berkshires, and beyond. Glass-and-stone cabins, reimagined farmhouses, and historical country estates. Every home is handpicked and managed by their team so you get a great experience every time. Explore their listings and find your next adventure… here are a few gems to get you started.

Riverbend — A light-filled cottage on the Delaware River in Narrowsburg. Features a stone fireplace, large river-facing windows, and direct water access. Outside: fire pit, forest views, and room to slow down. Bring your fly rod. Take a look →

Bluebird Cabin— Perched on five acres near Belleayre, this cabin’s floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping mountain views. Inside, rustic warmth meets modern design. A wraparound deck, screened porch, fire pit, and hot tub make it perfect year-round. Skiing, hiking, and towns to explore nearby. Take a look →

West Kill Farmhouse — A grand 39-acre retreat with vaulted ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, and sweeping Catskills views. Outside: pool, fire pit, gardens, and outdoor shower. Steps from hiking trails and West Kill Brewing. Sleeps 10 — ideal for families or groups. Take a look →

Explore the whole collection here, oh and if you have a special place you can submit your home today.

We have a close vote for the first time ever. 56% of the vote is in favor for fossils over vultures. So naturally, it looks like I’ll just write them both — I actually wanted to anyways. Brachiopods and the Devonian Period are coming up next.

CONTRIBUTOR: COREY HINES

Most, if not all, of the apples have now been picked or fallen to the ground to become fodder for deer and various Catskill critters. But that doesn’t mean the season is over. From fresh baked apple pies to seasonal farmers' markets, the scent of Malus domestica looms large in our homes and beyond.

There are ways to personally prolong the apple season. As autumn bursts, we tend to turn to darker spirits. If you're like me, you stick to classic cocktails to enjoy them best. So, I have a little secret that will plus up a go-to classic: the Applejack Manhattan.

If you’re a fan of brandy, you already know that simply swapping bourbon or rye for any type of brandy, armagnac, or cognac offers up a round and earthy alternative to this indelible drink. Lucky for us, New York state has a rich history of apple brandy production, dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, it boasts an array of modern spirits producers, making this seasonal twist on the Manhattan a perfect way to capture the essence of the harvest. Here’s a recipe to make at home. The Applejack Manhattan

Want to spread the good to over 40,000 Crew Members?

Catskill Crew teamed up with Keep Good Company Records to present two incredible nights of live music featuring Lost Leaders (Byron Isaacs of Lumineers + Peter Cole of Lava Baby) and rising Hudson Valley songwriter Ginger Winn. Catch them November 15th at The Falcon in Marlboro or November 21st at Park Theater in Hudson.

Catskill-opoly Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Catskills Have fun.

PROPERTY: brick home c.1880

PETS: Hurly Burly the Boston Terrier, Roman Candle the cat, and Vincent Van Goat.

SKY: Comet C/2025 A6 made its closest pass to Earth a few days ago, but you can still catch the green tail streaking across the late October sky just after sunset.

RARE SIGHTINGS: Semipalmated Sandpiper (Calidris pusilla)

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FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE

Riverside Cemetery, Coxsackie – Autumn Arborist Walk at 5pm get outside

Brushland, Bovina – Meaty Drunky Party Time  5pm nice

Salt Box, Kingston – Queer Open Mic + Industry Night (with Harana Market) 6pm have fun

Tubby’s, Kingston – Vivienne Eastwood, Ghost Prom, and Gary’s Dream 7pm tix at door

Phoenicia Playhouse, Phoenicia – Movie Night: The Witches of Eastwick & Costume Contest! 7pm tix

Colony, Woodstock – Halloween Ball & Costume Contest at 7pm take a look

Hudson River Maritime Museum, Kingston – Apples of the Hudson Valley 7pm honeycrisps?

Methodist Church, Kingston – North Country Dance 6:30pm details

Assembly, Kingston – The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Live & Loud at 7pm tix

Hotel Lilien, Tannersville – The Wild Honey Pie Pizza Party at 7pm enjoy

The Lost Bookshop, Delhi – Scary Stories Told in the Dark 6pm shiver

Artworks, Cherry Valley – Rocky Horror Picture Show at 7:30pm scream

The Dale, Mountain Dale – 5th Annual Playboy Party 9pm have fun

The Hudson House, West Park – Halloween Ball 7pm take a look

Ellenville – Borscht Belt Film Fest (multiple showing) schedule

Monument, Kingston – Group Exhibit: “Well Hello There” 6pm tickets

Kingston Social, Kingston – Uptown Trick or Treat candy

Assembly, Kingston – Crossing Over: Halloween Party at 9pm tix

Tinker Street Tavern, Woodstock – Voodoo Halloween Bash at 8pm groove

Sunshine Colony, Woodstock – The Haunting at 5pm get spooky

Starlite Motel, Kerhonkson – Halloween Pet Parade & Costume Contest 5pm nice

Skate Time, Accord – Skate to Survive 2025 8pm roll

Fleischmanns – Trick-or-Treat Main Street 4–8pm

Deer Mountain, Tannersville – Movie Night: Hocus Pocus at 5:30pm binx

Darlings, Tillson – Karmic Karaoke: A Ghostly Resurfacing 8pm sing 

Threshold, Livingston Manor – A Masquerade 5pm mask up

Avalon Lounge, Catskill – This Party Is Killing You at 9pm dress up

Stewart House, Athens – Pirate's Ball at 8pm b o o t y

Night School, Athens – Boogieman Bash 8pm b o o g i e

Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck – Monster’s Ball 9pm enjoy

Glen Falls House, Round Top – Halloween Party at 9pm details

Urban Cowboy Lodge, Big Indian – Ralph’s Revenge at 3pm kilipitch

Cavalli, Coxsackie – Freak Show Rodeo 6pm gasp

Big Eddy Brewing Co., Narrowsburg – Anniversary Bash cheers

Bailiwick Animal Park, Catskill – Boo at the Zoo 12pm nice

Bushel Collective, Delhi – Nosferatu: Live Film Concert 2pm dig it

Catskill Brewery, Livingston Manor – Apple Pie Palooza-Ween 2pm taste

Widow Jane Mine, Rosendale – Hallowed 5:30pm descend

Red Owl, Kingston – Last Flea of the Season find a treasure

Tinker Street Tavern, Woodstock – Backgammon Club 1pm sweet

Park Theater, Hudson – Improv at 7pm tix