Women of the Catskills: Stories of Struggle, Sacrifice & Hope

These are the stories of the Women of the Catskills, Whose Lives personify the strength of the Mountains.

Hailing from the home of industrious, strong and creative individuals, the women of the Catskills have embodied this rugged spirit best. Though often overlooked in Catskill Mountain history, their stories are inspiring, like that of Candace Wheeler, who used her rural upbringing to achieve personal success and improve life for others. They are personal, such as Lucy Lobdell's story. A ce...