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Contents Defining the Region: Landers River Trips . . . . . .8 By Dan Hust With just 10 canoes and a love of Narrowsburg, New York, Bob and Joan Lander began Lander’s River Trips, a place for families, friends and fun. Six decades later, the atmosphere has not changed and continues to bring joy to all adventure-seekers and employees alike.

Our Historic Shad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 By John A. Punola A Spring visitor to the Delaware River, Shad continue to be an abundant food source since early settlers came to America. Learn their interesting history.

Fly Fishing: What are you waiting for? . . . . . . . .32 By Matt Nelson If you’ve been thinking about trying fly fishing for the first time, but have just never got around to it, perhaps these answers to some common hang-ups will help shed some light on the sport and get you motivated to hit the water!

Catskill-Delaware Wildlife: Woodchucks . . . . . .40 By Kathy Daley The woodchuck, or groundhog, earns headlines each February 2 – Groundhog Day – when it makes its way out of hibernation. But February 2 is not all there is to this stubby legged creature. Find out more from Kathy Daley about the fat, furry creatures and their amazing way of life.

The Pickled Owl lands on Main Street . . . . . . . .46 By Kaitlin Carney Hurleyville has a new Gastropub! Offering high quality, comfort and pub food, The Pickled Owl offers traditional standards reimagined and something new to try. It’s a place to have fun, have good beer, good vibes… something for everyone.

The bounty: the Catskill-Delaware region . . . . .58 By Anthony Ritter Our region affords the angler all types of fishing from small streams to Western-style rivers and from local farm ponds to deep crystal clear reservoirs. There is something for every palate.

NYC Reservoirs: Not just for drinking . . . . . . . .68 By Adam Bosch Although the NYC Reservoirs are considered the “Champagne of the Catskills” they are not just for drinking water. Some of the best fishing in the Northeast can be had from the many reservoirs. Along with a particularly serene environment, these reservoirs are an angler’s paradise.

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Sections Arts/Entertainment . . . . 56 Auto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Callicoon . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Delaware County . . . . . 60 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Fallsburg. . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Honesdale/Wayne Cty . . 26 6 • CATSKILL-DELAWARE, SPRING 2016

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CATSKILL-DELAWARE PUBLICATIONS, INC. Publisher Frederick W. Stabbert III • Senior Editor Dan Hust • Editor Carol Montana • Sports Editor Ken Cohen • Editorial Assistants Willow Baum, Kaitlin Carney, Kathy Daley, Alex Rau, Richard Ross, Jeanne Sager, Autumn Schanil • Advertising Director Liz Tucker • Advertising Coordinator Sandy Schrader • Advertising Representatives Cecile Lamy, Barbara Matos, Susan Panella • Telemarketing Coordinator Michelle Reynolds • Classifieds & Circulation Janet Will, Linda Anderson • Production Associates Ruth Huggler, Tracy Swendsen, Rosalie Mycka, Elizabeth Finnegan, Petra Duffy, Nyssa Calkin • Business Manager Sue Owens • Business Department Patricia Biedinger, Joanna Blanchard • Distribution Billy Smith • Richard Stagl

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Just as the Delaware River has defined the region over the years, so has ...

Lander’s River Trips: a place for families, friends and fun for six spectacular decades STORY BY DAN HUST, PHOTOS COURTESY OF LANDER’S RIVER TRIPS 8 • CATSKILL-DELAWARE, SPRING 2016

hrough 60 years of an ever-changing business, two things have remained constant for Lander’s River Trips: People love the Upper Delaware River Valley. And people love experiencing it through the Lander family’s and staff’s legendary hospitality. Chalk it up to a Boy Scout-turned-electrician who fell in love with the Delaware. “His heart was in Narrowsburg,” affirms Rick Lander of his dad, Bob. A New York City boy, Bob was originally introduced to the area through the Ten Mile River Boy Scout reservation, where he first arrived as a Scout, then returned as an employee. He ended up taking an electrician position with the former Concord Resort in Kiamesha Lake just to be near the camps in Narrowsburg. The day after a major flood

in 1955, Bob bought the Ten Mile River Motel – then an oversized bungalow – and turned it into a rustic retreat, complete with pool, along Route 97. Wife Joan became the cook, among many other roles. “My mom was a very integral part,” says Rick. “They were a great team,” adds Lisa, Rick’s wife and – just like Joan – a partner in the business. Soon after, Bob and Joan realized the opportunity that awaited on the nearby Delaware River – one day to become a National Park. “He handled the canoeing for the Boy Scouts,” recalls Rick. “There were tens of thousands of Scouts in the summer.” Just 10 canoes launched the Lander’s River Trips we know today, and while Bob and Joan have passed on, Rick and Lisa CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

The Delaware River is the main attraction for Lander’s River Trips, a family business headquartered in Narrowsburg, NY for the past 60 years. Well-trained staff are eager to help you experience the river’s many pleasures, including at Callicoon (above) and the uber-popular Skinner’s Falls (facing page).

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are maintaining the family tradition. “And we’ll take the third generation on, no doubt,” says Lisa, who worked for Bob before she even met and married Rick 34 years ago. Rick graduated in 1979 from Fairfield University with a degree in accounting and finance, then rejoined the family business. During their tenure, Rick and Lisa have grown

Lander’s to encompass more than 70 miles of the Delaware between Hancock and Port Jervis, featuring eight launch sites, three campgrounds, a restaurant and a gas station. (The original Ten Mile River Motel has since been sold.) “We can serve all types of adventure-seekers, from the rapids-runners to fishermen,” Lisa CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

Mark Rolston and his classmates (and their spouses) from St. Nicholas of Tolentine School in the Bronx never miss their get-together every summer at Lander’s, where they’re celebrating more than 40 (not really-so-rowdy) years!

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Pick what you want to do Lander’s River Trips offers something for everyone in the family: • Rafting – take 4-6 adults and kids out on the Delaware in a sturdy rubber raft for 2-5 hours • Canoeing – paddle your way along the Delaware with a friend (ages 10 and up) for 4-6 hours • Kayaking – try this increasingly popular way to experience the Delaware for 2- to 5-hour trips, featuring one- and two-person kayaks • Tubing – forget the paddles altogether and just let the Delaware take you and your fellow tubers where it may • Stay overnight at one of three riverside campgrounds – Skinner’s Falls is the most popular, while just down the Delaware is the largest one at Narrowsburg, followed further downstream by the quiet, family-friendly Minisink Ford • Make Lander’s campgrounds your home base and grab a shuttle to a Bethel Woods concert, the best outdoor performance site in the state (and home of the 1969 Woodstock festival) Free shuttle bus service and river instruction are offered where and when needed. Supplies like sunscreen, t-shirts and snacks are available at all launch sites and campgrounds. For rates, reservations and directions, visit landersrivertrips.com (featuring 360-degree interactive views of the campgrounds) or call 1-800-252-3925.

Bob Lander (left) was a Boy Scout himself, and his experiences at Ten Mile River Scout Reservation near Narrowsburg led to the creation of Lander’s River Trips. Wife Joan and son Rick (right) were integral as well, now joined by daughter-in-law Lisa.

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explains of a season that spans April to Columbus Day. During the peak of the summer, Lander’s employs upwards of 100 people – from teenagers on their first jobs to professionals who have become guests’ favorite faces. “Our biggest success – and the reason we excel – is our employees,” nods Rick. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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Familiar faces to longtime Lander’s River Trips guests, the third generation of Landers grew up on the Delaware River. From the left, Rick, Heather, Sarah and Alex are now older and embarked on their own career paths, but proud parents Rick and Lisa are confident the family business will stay a family business. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15

That includes Office Manager Karen Rasmussen, who’s handled reservations, office management and base coordination for the past decade. “I’m getting reservations for 2017 already,” she says (don’t worry – there’s still room for 2016!). “I appreciate a small business and the relation-

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the Skinner’s Falls Campground. “I have a gas-powered blender to make pina coladas. I make 200 pina coladas in about two hours,” he says. “We’re usually just hanging out and telling the same stories we’ve told for 44 years.” Lander’s loves making room for them every third weekend in July – even baking a sheet cake to celebrate their 40th trip! “We want people to love the river like we do,” says Lisa. “We can give them an experience they can’t find just anywhere.” They also give more than memorable experiences. It’s the personal service that the Lander family prides themselves on and the reputation that they have built over the past 60 years, as well as the commitment to the local community. Over the years they have always been big advocates of giving back. They were instrumental in Tusten youth group activities, the Tusten Action Committee, along with sponsoring Ambulance Appreciation Days. “We have always been appreciative of the community we live in,” said Rick, who spent 32 years as a volunteer on the Tusten Ambulance Corps, has been a member of Narrowsburg Volunteer

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and the native Indians or many cenwere friendly. The turies our immense numbers of c o m m o n Shad has Shad that came uprivbeen a spring visitor er was a bonus, and in to the Delaware River addition to being a and every spring fishfood supply, the Shad BY JOHN A. PUNOLA ermen will visit the was also an easy-tomajestic Delaware River to fish for this game- reach source of rich fertilizer. fish that arrives in the lower river in mid-March, During the American Revolution, there was an and by the end of May will be well distributed to instance when Shad played a prominent factor Hancock and well into the East Branch. Some as a food supply to the Continental Army. Shad have been caught In the Beaverkill Creek During the spring of 1778, the Continental army, as far as Roscoe, NY. Once spawning occurs in commanded by George Washington, was in May and June, a new generation of Shad will their winter quarters at Valley Forge, begin their lives, destined to return in three Pennsylvania, not far from the city of years to continue the spawning process. Good Philadelphia, and it happened to be one of the news for Shad anglers. coldest winters in memory. Food was getting When early settlers came to America and began scarce and Washington was not sure he could their colonial lives, the Delaware River was an keep his army intact thru the spring. attractive target and homes and small villages The Schuylkill River was near the Valley Forge sprouted along the shorelines of Pennsylvania, encampment, and had been frozen all winter. New Jersey and New York encompassing about Dramatically, the winter ice melted quickly, in three hundred miles. Good fertile lands close to early April the river was clear and would soon be the Delaware produced an abundance of crops, full of spawning Shad. It is recorded that in mid22 â&#x20AC;˘ CATSKILL-DELAWARE, SPRING 2016

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April when large schools of Shad arrived the Continental soldiers gathered on the banks, and soon available horses that were healthy went into the river and herded the Shad into the shallows where the soldiers speared them with bayonets, soon to be a fresh hot meal. Afterwards, local Pennsylvania farmers arrived with wagonloads of fresh Shad, and the wagons continued to arrive. The farmers supplied the soldiers with nets that the farmers were using, and quickly the nets were placed in the river and a harvest of Shad was in progress. The soldiers continued to net the Shad and a large surplus of fresh, salted Shad was placed in storage for future consumption. The netting continued day after day until the Continental Army was stuffed with fresh Shad. By count, hundreds of barrels of Shad had been netted and salted for future use. During the month of May, 1778, an estimated 200 tons of

Shad had been preserved for use of the army kitchens. Thus the end of spring of 1778, the tired and starving Continental Army was literally stuffed with fresh Shad. The 1778 spring Shad run arrived just in time to save the Continental Army from disaster. The arrival of the Shad was also timed with the arrival of Baron Von Steuben, who offered his services to General George Washington, He proceeded to supervise the training of the Continental Army, European style. That summer the Shad and Steuben turned the army into a formidable fighting machine and the tides of war began to slowly turn in favor of the colonials. The quartermaster made good use of the surplus salted Shad. In all subsequent battles won by George Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s army the first order of business was to seize the supply trains and supplies of the British army. Tasty British army

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ver the past 15 years I have had the good fortune to introduce a good number of people to the sport of fly fishing, and have found that those considering the sport have many of the same questions. If you’ve been thinking about trying fly fishing for the first time, but have just never got around to it, perhaps these answers to some common hang-ups will help shed some light on the sport and get you motivated to hit the water!

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When somebody mentions fly fishing what do you picture? For many people fly fishing conjures up images of stately British gentlemen wearing tweed jackets and smoking pipes; or they picture CEOs decked out in the latest state-of-theart gear standing hip-deep in a private river that costs hundreds of dollars to gain access to. In other words, fly fishing seems expensive. While these types of fly anglers do exist, and you may run into them every now and then,

these days they are far from the norm. In fact, the average fly angler is pretty much just that – average! Like most recreational pursuits, fly fishing appeals to many different types of people, and it can also be expensive ... if you want it to be. Like golfing or skiing, you can spend top dollar to get all of the latest and greatest equipment on the market, but you don’t have to if you don’t want to. The simple truth of the matter is that fly fishing equipment has come a long way over the years. With advances in technology, materials, and engineering, many of today’s entry- and mid-level fly rods and reels are as good as the premium rods from just a generation ago. When it comes to waders, fly lines and terminal tackle there is simply no comparison; today’s gear stands head and shoulders above what used to be available. Of course the old adage of “you get what you pay for” can still apply. Big box stores and supermarts that sell sporting equipment generally stock some cheap fly rods, packed in plastic shrink wrap or flimsy cardboard boxes, but they are exactly that.

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Cheap. My first fly rod fell into that category. It was a Berkley Cherrywood that came in an awful maroon color with a black foam handle. In fact the only thing “wooden” about it was that it felt like a two-by-four when you tried to cast it. Come to think of it, I think it weighed about as much as one too. It worked, and I caught fish with it, but it wasn’t a fun rod to use. When people ask me for advice about buying a new rod, I always recommend they spend as much as they feel comfortable spending. I’m not saying they should spend a lot of money, just that they should consider how much they plan on using it and invest their cash wisely. Fortunately there are plenty of excellent, and reasonably priced, entry-level rods available that are a huge step up from the shrink-wrapped superstore models, and most of the more reputable rod manufacturers include a substantial (oftentimes 20+ year) warranty with them! So while it’s true that fly fishing can be expensive, it doesn’t have to be. Like most hobbies CONTINUED ON PAGE 34

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patience it can also be a very active form of fishing that requires you to be more engaged with your environment. You have to pay attention to your cast, your presentation, your retrieve, the fish, the bugs ... and where you put your feet so you don't accidently go for a swim! Patience is a part of the equation, but there is also so much more.

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brown hair makes its way out of hibernation. If the day is cloudy, the woodchuck remains outside and the portend is for an early spring. Should the day be sun-filled, allowing the animal to see its shadow, it ducks back into the burrow to sleep another six weeks. Or so the mythology goes. Regardless of their true skills at predicting weather, woodchucks play an important role in the scheme of things. Their digging tills the soil and provides quick getaways for other critters.

Young woodchucks born in the spring remain with the mother until they are just a few months old, when they go off on their own.

Their waste is great fertilizer. “Woodchuck burrows provide cover for cottontails, chipmunks, skunks and the like,” explained Dayna Valenti-Gaeta, Community Horticulture Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County on Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty. “These holes also help to aerate the soil and encourage 'weathering' to form topsoil.” Woodchucks, which are the largest members of the squirrel family, themselves serve as food for the red fox and for predatory birds, Valenti-Gaeta

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escape from predators. Usually, the main entrance is notable by its mound of fresh earth around the opening. Well-beaten paths to the entrances are also signs of woodchucks. The tongue-twister – “How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood” – is clever enough, but more amazing is the amount of substance the animal actually does chuck. The average woodchuck is estimated to move 700 pounds of soil during burrow building. A chuck will dig out several underground chambers: one for sleeping and for rearing young, a waste chamber for defecation, and a special hibernation room carved in the deepest portion of the burrow, well below the frost line. Woodchucks are among the few mammals that truly hibernate, greatly slowing their metabolism and dropping their body temperatures as they snore away the harshness of winter. Unlike bears, for example, which go into a torpor, or light hiberCONTINUED ON PAGE 44

A common pose for a woodchuck: perched on haunches to nibble grass or clover clutched in the front paws. At the first sign of danger, a chuck will dash toward its burrow, sometimes giving a loud whistle to warn others, thus earning the unflattering name “whistle pig.”

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nation, chucks sleep deeply, their bodies living off the reserves of fat stored from voracious eating in warm weather. Chuck Fergus, a naturalist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission who has written extensively about native animals, notes that a hibernating woodchuck drops its body temperature from over 90 degrees Fahrenheit into the low 40s. The heartbeat slows from more than 100 beats per minute to only about four per minute. In our New York-Pennsylvania region, woodchucks typically emerge from hibernation during late February. Soon after awakening, males will often spend time seeking out the nearby burrows of females. Researchers say the males will enter and spend the night in the underground chambers of females but that no mating takes place then. Likely, the animals are getting to know one another, awaiting the urge to mate that takes place in March. In spring females give birth to four to six babies. The young remain with their mother for several months, learning the ropes of woodchuck-hood by copying the adult before venturing out on their own.

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Unlike their western cousins the prairie dogs, woodchucks tend to be solitary except during mating and as females rear young. They spend most of their time in burrows, rarely traveling more than 50 yards from their dens, according to the New York State Department of Conservation. Their underground homes serve as their prime method for escaping predators – a woodchuck can only run about eight miles per hour, while a hungry fox can triple that speed. Fergus of the Pennsylvania Game Commission notes that a chuck's sensory organs – eyes, ears and nose – are all positioned near the top of the head, allowing it to safely survey its surroundings from the mouth of its cozy cave. Chucks will often emit a high-pitched scream – earning it the name whistle pig – to warn other chucks of danger. Woodchucks are most active in the early morning and evening, when they leave their tunnels to feed. Relying on dew as their water source, these rodents use their gnawing teeth to munch on apples, beans, squash and tomatoes in gardens. Their teeth are important, and they are able to withstand great wear and tear by growing a sixteenth of an inch each week. During feeding, a chuck will sit up straight, nose

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Dayna Valenti-Gaeta, Community Horticulture Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County on Ferndale-Loomis Road in Liberty, points out a little known fact – that woodchucks can climb trees and swim.

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rod. THE AMERICAN SHAD Conveniently, the shad inhabit the same time period and the same areas of river that we fish for trout. They, too, like the water in the 50s and 60s, but they take flies and lures out of aggression not feeding. Shad grow large – upwards to seven pounds. The buck shad (males) arrive on the scene first and are then followed by the females which are roe shad carrying the eggs. Since the Upper Delaware River is the longest river in the northeast without a dam – a distance of 270 miles – the shad swim upstream from the ocean unimpeded and arrive in Port Jervis in late April and Narrowsburg by early May. They continue all the way to Hancock, NY where the East and West branches meet and continue all the way up the East Branch to the Beaverkill by late June. CONTINUED ON PAGE 65

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Even if you’re not interested in fishing, the NYC reservoirs offer a way to enjoy a peaceful, serene day on the water.

New York City reservoirs they’re not just for drinking BY ADAM BOSCH PHOTOGRAPHY BY NEW YORK CITY DEP

ew York City’s reservoir system in the Catskills offers some of the best fishing for bass, trout, salmon and other species anywhere in the northeast. While the reservoirs are generally known for the high-quality drinking water they provide to New York City – water that is sometimes referred to as the “champagne of the Catskills” – they are also home to excellent fishing for many coldwater and warmwater species. New York City’s six reservoirs in the

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Catskills are operated by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Three of the reservoirs are located in or immediately adjacent to Sullivan County. These include the Neversink and Rondout reservoirs, both in the Town of Neversink, and the Pepacton Reservoir, which is located in Delaware County less than 15 miles from Roscoe. Combined, these three reservoirs cover more than 9,500 surface acres and reach depths as far as 190 feet.

And because their waters are surrounded by thousands of acres of untouched forests, anglers at these reservoirs are treated to a particularly serene environment for fishing. The fishery at each of these reservoirs is unique because of their depths, the quantity of cold water, and regular fish stocking that’s performed by environmental experts. Neversink is home to brown trout, smallmouth bass, chain pickerel and panfish. It is also stocked each year with landlocked Atlantic salmon – the only reservoir in the Catskills that includes this species. Pepacton Reservoir has become a popular fishery for those staying in campgrounds near Roscoe and along the Delaware River. Its fishery includes brown trout, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, panfish and carp. Because of Pepacton’s abundance of deep, cold water, brown trout upwards of 10 pounds are caught in the reservoir every year. Rondout Reservoir’s fishing environment is unique because it is constantly replenished with cold water conveyed through tunnels from Cannonsville, Pepacton and Neversink reservoirs. This high volume of cold water makes Rondout Reservoir a popular location for shore fishing, especially along the north arm of the reservoir where the water comes in. Lake trout up to 20 pounds have been caught in Rondout Reservoir. To further improve the angling conditions and diversify the fishery at these reservoirs, the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regularly stocks New York City’s reservoirs and some of their headwaters. CONTINUED ON PAGE 70

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This table lists all the reservoirs in the Catskills, the number of surface acres (second column) and the maximum depth of water (third column). It also lists the species of fish in each reservoir and whether the fishing for those species is Fair, Good or Excellent. The rankings are based on extensive surveys that are performed collaboratively by DEP and the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). CONTINUED FROM PAGE 69

Most of this stocking consists of yearling brown trout that average about 8 inches in length. Neversink Reservoir is also stocked with landlocked salmon. To develop stocking plans, surveys are conducted to determine the status of the fishery at each reservoir. The survival rate of stocked fish, existing ecology of the reservoirs, and forage base all play a factor in the development of stocking plans.

Gaining Access to NYC Reservoirs Fishing has happened at New York City’s reservoirs almost since the day they were built. In fact, when the New York State Legislature passed a law in 1905 that allowed the city to develop its reservoir system in the Catskills, that law required New York City to provide public access for shore fishing and fishing from approved boats. Since then, DEP has started new programs to promote and improve access for fishing at its reservoirs in the Catskills. Getting access to the reservoirs is relatively easy. Here are some simple steps to follow: • First, all anglers must have a valid New York State fishing license. • Anglers age 16 or older must also have a valid DEP Access Permit. This free permit can be obtained online by visiting www.nyc.gov /dep/accesspermit. Those under the age of 16 do not need a DEP permit, but they must be accompanied by an access permit holder who is 18 or older. • Those without Internet access can obtain a DEP Access Permit application by visiting a DEP office or police precinct, or most town halls or sports shops in the watershed. • DEP Access Permits are valid for five years – 70 • CATSKILL-DELAWARE, SPRING 2016

This happy angler shows just how impressive the Brown trout are in the reservoir system. Don’t forget, you need a DEP Access Permit for the angler and a boat tag for your boat to legally fish these waters.

so don’t forget to renew yours when the time comes! • Those wishing to use rowboats on the reservoirs must also obtain a boat tag from DEP. Anglers must store their fishing boats at designated storage sites around the reservoirs. All boats must be steam cleaned and registered CONTINUED ON PAGE 73

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Questions?

Those anglers with questions can reach out to the DEP by calling 1-800-575-LAND (5263) or by emailing recreation@dep.nyc.gov. Boat tag and steam cleaning appointments can be made at the following offices in the Catskills: • Ashokan Reservoir (845) 657-2663 • Schoharie Reservoir (607) 588-6231 • Rondout and Neversink Reservoirs (845) 334-7152 • Cannonsville and Pepacton Reservoirs (607) 363-7009

Need some help? Find a Guide. In 2013, DEP began a program to allow state-

certified outdoor guides to provide professional instruction of tours in city-owned properties in the Catskills. A total of 34 guides, many of whom offer guided fishing trips on New York City reservoirs, are now registered in the program. Guided trips have long been a hallmark of the Catskills, and they are a great way for beginners to learn about angling and other types of outdoor recreation. A current list of guides registered in DEP’s program can be found on the department’s website at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/pdf/recreation/outdoor-guide-services.pdf.

Enjoy a day on the water – no fishing required

Outdoor enthusiasts can still enjoy New York City’s reservoirs even if they’re not interested in fishing. DEP administers a recreational boating program at four of its reservoirs in the Catskills, including Cannonsville, Pepacton, Rondout and Schoharie. The program allows local residents and visitors to use their kayaks, canoes, sculls or small sailboats on the reservoirs from Memorial Day through Columbus Day each year. Similar to boats for fishing, recreational boats CONTINUED ON PAGE 74

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must be steam cleaned by DEP or an approved vendor. They also must be registered. Boaters must also have a free DEP Access Permit. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t own a boat? No problem. A number of businesses located near each reservoir offer rental boats for day use. These boats are stored on racks at each of the reservoirs to provide easier access. Rental boats have become increasingly popular, especially among visitors to the Catskills. More information about recreational boating, including a list of local rental vendors, can be

found on DEPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website by visiting: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/html/recreation/expanded_boating_program.shtml.

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February 26 Cultural Appreciation II, at 5:30pm at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. Watching The Epic Historical Film of Lincoln on screen. Bring a friend, and your bean bag, and we will provide the movie refreshments. Rated PG-13. Registration Required. Programs without 5 people pre-registered may be cancelled. Visit www.WSPLonline.org email wsplprograms@rcls.org, or call 482-4350 for more information.

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February 29 Cultural Appreciation III, from 7-9 p.m., at the TustenCochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library in Narrowsburg. Larry Siegel performs and presents a diverse musical selection of multicultural instruments. Registration required. Programs without 5 people pre-registered may be cancelled. Visit www.WSPLonline.org or call 252-3360 for more information.

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March 26 Early Spring Waterfowl Migration at the Basha Kill. Meet walk leader John Haas, author of A Birding Guide to Sullivan County, at Haven Road, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro, at 8 am. Bring binoculars and a scope if you have one. Boots suggested. The

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April 2 Nature Watch Training, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, at the Community Church Hall, in Wurtsboro. Become a Basha Kill Area Association Volunteer. Come to this training to learn about the birds of the Basha Kill so that you can volunteer with the Nature Watch Program. After training, you sign up for three shifts of three hours each on Saturdays or Sundays from April16 through June 19. For more details and to register for the program, call Kevin Keller at 434-6209 or Maryallison Farley at 888-0261. Sponsored by the Basha Kill Area Association, www. thebashakill.org. “Designing Gardens with Flora of the American East,” at the Time and Valleys Museum, in Grahamsville, at 2 p.m. Cost is free to members, $3 for nonmembers.” Carolyn Summers

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May 14 Spring Migration Warbler Walk with John Haas, author of A Birding Guide to Sullivan County. Meet at Haven Road, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro at 8 a.m. Bring binoculars. The walk will last at least two hours. For more information and directions to meeting place, call John at 888-0240. Sponsored by Basha Kill Area Association, thebashakill.org.

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Morningside and Mountaindale Parks & Campgrounds: Experience The Sullivan County Catskills www.townoffallsburg.com We have many activities for you and your family to enjoy this summer season. CAMPING (Season sites available with full hookups) • SWIMMING • PLAYGROUNDS • BOATING • PICNIC* AREA • FISHING • BALLFIELDS • BASKETBALL • PAVILION RENTALS • CONCESSION/KOSHER ICE CREAM We also accommodate your group affairs and school outings. Summer fun runs May 1 through Columbus Day.

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east of Route 209 in Westbrookville. To register or for information, contact Mike at 754-0743. Sponsored by the Basha Kill Area Association, thebashakill.org.

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a.m. to noon. Registration and site assignments; meet at DEC parking lot on Haven Road, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro. Picnic lunch follows, bring chair. Celebrate Earth Day! Enjoy a walk while ridding the wetlands of debris. Garbage bags are provided. Wear boots, work gloves, and insect repellent. Picnic provided by BKAA. BKAA merchandise will be on sale and door prizes awarded. Call Paula Medley at 754-0743 for further information. Sponsored by the Basha Kill Area Association, thebashakill.org. Grahamsville United Methodist Church third Saturday thrift sale takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the church. For info, call 292-2283.

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