Join the Catskill Center for a special literary and artistic program celebrating the newest edition of The Quarry Fox and Other Critters of the Wild Catskills with author Leslie T. Sharpe and illustrator Will Lytle, both selected by the Catskill Center for our “50 Stewards of the Catskills” tribute in 2019.

Date: Saturday, June 20th

Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: Catskills Visitor Center, Mt. Tremper, NY

In The Quarry Fox and Other Critters of the Wild Catskills, Sharpe explores the wildlife and seasonal rhythms of the Catskill Mountains through descriptive, lyrical storytelling. From foxes and hibernating bears to monarch butterflies, her work highlights the beauty and biodiversity of a landscape she knows deeply.

During the program, Leslie will share a live reading that brings the wildlife and landscapes of the Catskills to life. Will Lytle will then lead a fun, all-ages sketching lesson inspired by one of the animals featured in the book, offering a hands-on way to connect with Catskills wildlife through art.

This program is free and is open to all ages, with a $10 suggested donation. Join us for an engaging reading, creative exploration, and a chance to connect more deeply with the landscapes and wildlife that make the Catskills so special.

About Leslie T. Sharpe

Leslie T. Sharpe is a naturalist and award-winning author of The Quarry Fox and Other Critters of the Wild Catskills. A 2019 “50 Stewards of the Catskills” honoree, her nature writing has appeared in Psychology Today and Appalachia Journal. She taught writing at Columbia University for over 20 years and continues to support the literary arts in the Catskills.

About Will Lytle

Will Lytle is a Catskills-based artist and illustrator who created Thorneater Comics. A 2019 “50 Stewards of the Catskills” honoree, he was born and raised in the region, and his work is deeply inspired by the Catskills landscape, blending whimsy with darker, expressive themes. He brings a distinctive visual voice to The Quarry Fox through his illustrations.