Stop in during Uptown Kingston’s Snowflake Festival and join us for live bluegrass music with the Eugene Tyler Band and a special author appearance from Derek Dellinger, author of the new book Winter Hiking. Derek will be here to sign copies and chat about his favorite cold-weather activity. You can preorder the book on our website.
The Joy of Winter Hiking: Inspiration and Guidance for Cold Weather is brought to you by the author of America’s Best Day Hikes, gorgeous photos and essential tips give you reason to enjoy the season! Your daily dose of nature doesn’t have to retreat with the warm weather. The Joy of Winter Hiking is your ultimate guide to getting outdoors in the most underrated season. In fact, author Derek Dellinger believes you should be seeking outdoor adventure in colder months, not just in spite of snow and cloudy days, but because of these factors! From unmatched snow-capped views to the mental and physical health benefits of nature to precious wildlife sightings, the winter holds endless hiking opportunities.
Alongside stunning winter photography, Derek prepares readers to venture safely and securely into nature. There’s advice on the gear you need to get going, the wildlife you might expect to find, understanding weather risks, and even the how-tos of cold-weather camping. Made for the winter sportsman, tree hugger, and avid hiker alike, this book is a thorough guide and breathtaking showcase of what’s awaiting you on the trail.
Derek Dellinger is a writer, landscape photographer, and avid hiker living in the Hudson Valley. He is the author of America’s Best Day Hikes, 50 Hikes in the Upper Hudson Valley, and co-author of 50 Hikes in the Catskills. He has been featured in Popular Science, Paste Magazine, New York Post, and on the BBC, Leonard Lopate Show, and more.
Eugene Tyler Band are just three mama’s boys with anxiety problems trying to find catharsis in high-energy, irreverent songs. Eugene Gardner (vocals/guitar/mandolin), Daniel Tyler (guitar/banjo), and Marc Jaffee (upright bass/vocals) all grew up within a couple of miles of each other in downstate New York, and since 2015 they’ve been on the road, performing at landmark clubs like Sony Hall and the Mercury Lounge and bluegrass festivals like Podunk Bluegrass and Thomas Point Beach. 2022 saw the band selling out shows across the northeast and opening up for national acts like the Kitchen Dwellers and Wayne “The Train” Hancock.
Their latest album, “Thanks Cats”, was released in 2021. “It’s the most honest record we’ve ever made,” says singer/songwriter Eugene Gardner. “Most of our time is spent on the road, drinking in the sun and making music with friends, some new and some we’ve known forever. We’ve made a lot of memories at those shows and hopefully these songs make people feel like they’re right there with us.”.