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This Week's Featured Hiking Trail-
Brace Mountain Trail- Experts
This hike in the Taconic Range is NOT for the faint of heart or out of shape. Though less than 4 miles, it requires major effort — but is worth every step. Most of the work comes at the start, a steep ascent requiring hands in some places. (You’ll pass a very pretty waterfall; stop to enjoy and catch your breath.) Up top, you’ll amble through open, ridgetop meadows (look for wild blueberries in summer) offering a taste of the scenic splendor to come. When you reach Brace’s cairn-topped summit, sit a spell and admire the magnificence — farm fields in the foreground, the Shawangunks and Catskills across the Hudson.
More to explore: Restaurants in Millerton will slake your hunger after this strenuous hike. There also are some fun shops to explore, including Harney & Sons Fine Tea.
Highlights
- Outstanding views
- Challenging (probably not for young children)
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This Week's Featured Fishing Spot
Round Lake– Located in the town of Monroe
This lake is stocked with trout every spring. You can also find brown trout, rock bass, brown bullhead, crappie and pumpkinseed sunfish. Large-mouth bass and bluegill in the shallower waters in summer and fall. Town owned boat launch site off of Rt. 5 on the east shore of Round Lake. No gas motors allowed. For more information about fishing at Round Lake, Click Here
This Week's Featured Restaurant
Bartlett House
Located in a historic, restored railroad hotel from the 1800s, Bartlett House’s charm is surpassed only by the caliber of its food. The all-day bakery and café have an impressive selection of breads and pastries, plus a satisfying menu of American classics like breakfast sandwiches on homemade English muffins.
- 2258 NY-66, Ghent, NY 12075, USA
- (518) 392-7787
- Visit Website
This Weekend's Weather Snapshot
🔥 Hudson Valley Weekend Forecast (Friday–Monday)
Friday, Aug 22 – Partly sunny & mild.
High: 82 °F | Low: 66 °F
💡 Comfortable temps and light breezes make for an ideal kickoff to the weekend.
Saturday, Aug 23 – Warm & humid with evening storms possible.
High: 87 °F | Low: 70 °F
⚡ Afternoon sunshine gives way to scattered evening thunderstorms—pack a backup plan.
Sunday, Aug 24 – Hot & hazy.
High: 91 °F | Low: 71 °F
⚠️ Heat builds with sticky humidity—stay cool and avoid peak afternoon sun.
Monday, Aug 25 – Mostly sunny & less humid.
High: 84 °F | Low: 64 °F
💡 A refreshing start to the week with clearer skies and lower humidity.
☀️ Key Takeaways:
Best outdoor days: Friday & Monday
Storm watch: Saturday evening—keep plans flexible
Heat alert: Sunday will be the hottest, with muggy conditions
Relief: Monday brings cooler, drier air
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