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<div class="slide-text"><h2>Nature Awaits at Home of Former Inventor</h2><div class="slide-description"><p>Three miles from downtown Poughkeepsie, the hush of woods and ravines.</p>
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<div class="slide-text"><h2>Recently Passed, She is Deeply Missed</h2><div class="slide-description"><p>Our condolences go to her family.</p>
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<div class="slide-text"><h2>Good News for River and Region</h2><div class="slide-description"><p>Four years of advocacy deters major crude oil project.</p>
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<div class="slide-text"><h2>42 Parks. Stimulate Your Senses.</h2><div class="slide-description"><p>#42SHparks #SHexplore #BlackCreekPreserve</p>
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<div class="slide-text"><h2>Protecting the Pathways</h2><div class="slide-description"><p>Explore our new interactive guide to preserving Hudson River tidal wetlands.</p>
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News

Updates on our work to protect the valley’s natural beauty and unique character

Scenic Hudson Commends Ulster County Executive for Opposing Gas-Fired Power Plant

Friday, June 15, 2018

Land Deal Allows Major Expansion of Fishkill Farms and Protects 240 Wooded Acres along Popular Trout Stream

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Park Maintenance Associate

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Land Stewardship Coordinator

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Director of Communications

Monday, June 11, 2018

Scenic Hudson to Celebrate Work Protecting Ulster County’s Natural Treasures at Annual Gala

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Deal Permanently Protects Historic Landscape, Diverse Habitats at Locust Grove

Monday, June 4, 2018

Success Stories

Our latest land-protection victories—and what they mean for you

Potts Farm—Red Hook, Dutchess County

In November 2017, Scenic Hudson partnered with the Stickle family, Dutchess Land Conservancy and others to protect 73-acre Potts Farm in Red Hook.
Doyle Farm—Austerlitz, Columbia County

In September 2017, the Doyle family collaborated with Scenic Hudson and the Columbia Land Conservancy to protect nearly 500 acres of farmland.
Ramshorn Marsh—Catskill, Greene County

In July 2017, Scenic Hudson announced the acquisition of 132 acres that protect a significant portion of Ramshorn Marsh.
Duncandale Farm—North East, Dutchess County

In June 2017, Scenic Hudson and its partners protected a historic farm that is highly visible from the Harlem Valley Rail Trail.
Ronnybrook Farm—Ancram, Columbia County

In May 2017, Scenic Hudson and the Columbia Land Conservancy announced the permanent protection of 210 acres of productive farmland that help sustain the operations of and iconic dairy.

Events

Connect with nature via fun activities—or lend a hand as a volunteer!

Movies Under the Walkway—Wonder Woman

Saturday, June 30, 2018

Movies Under the Walkway—Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

Saturday, July 14, 2018

Movies Under the Walkway—Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Saturday, July 21, 2018

Movies Under the Walkway—Coco

Saturday, August 4, 2018

Movies Under the Walkway—Black Panther

Saturday, August 18, 2018

Farmland Cycling Tour

Saturday, September 22, 2018