Trails: Frost Valley YMCA offers 25 km (15 miles) of trails for cross-country skiing throughout its 6,800-acre camp in the Catskill Mountains. About half the trails are groomed for skiing and half are shared with snowhoers. Five groomed trails are rated Easiest, four are More Difficult and three Most Difficult. Trail fees: $10 (winter 2008-9) Tel: 914-985-2291 ext 265
Snow report: 845-985-2291, Ext. 396
Nearest town: Claryville, NY Web site:Frost Valley Trail map: Available at the center and on the center's website Equipment rentals: Available on weekends and holidays only Ski lessons: Beginners lessons are offered on weekends. Other winter activities: Snow tubing, tobogganing, ice fishing Facilities: Dining hall Lodging on site: The YMCA family camp has all types of lodging from dorms to inn rooms. Lodging nearby: The Catskills region has many hotels, lodges, inns and other accommodations. Tourism info:Catskills High Peaks Tourism Weather report:Kingston Location of trails: Frost Valley YMCA is located at 2000 Frost Valley Road in Claryville, about 2.5 hours north of NYC. From the south, take Highway 6/17 northwest from Harriman for 53 miles to Liberty, turn right on Neversink Rd (Co Rd 16), go 10 miles northeast to Curry, turn left on Claryville Rd, go 4.6 miles, turn left on Frost Valley Rd and go 7 miles to the center. Check the road conditions before driving. Map of local region:Frost Valley YMCA