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Quiz: Which Caterpillars Become Which Butterflies?

The Hudson Valley provides the perfect habitat for a wide variety of butterflies due to its diverse landscapes, which range...
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Kingston Kids Love Nature, Mermaid Fest Continues, State Grants Go Big

It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the negative news out there about the state of the planet. But as...
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The Sustainable, Beautiful Benefits of a Rain Garden

As intense rain falls more frequently in the Hudson Valley and beyond, excessive water can flood backyards, public spaces, and...
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Why Try the New Beanless Alternative Coffees

The coffee and tea aisle of Mother Earth’s Storehouse in Kingston holds a brew that doesn’t quite fit in either...
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Taste the Region: Ramp, Leek, and Goat Cheese Tart

Sometimes the tastiest local food is literally right under your feet. Every forager has their favorite native plant or mushroom,...
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Who’s Cold-Water Swimming in the Hudson Valley

Cold plunges have been a hot commodity for a few years now. These days there are pricey tanks and entire...
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Climate Solutions
Land + Air + Water
Outdoors
Plants + Animals
History + Culture
Community

Preview

Quiz: Which Caterpillars Become Which Butterflies?

The Hudson Valley provides the perfect habitat for a wide variety of butterflies due to its diverse landscapes, which range...
Read More

Kingston Kids Love Nature, Mermaid Fest Continues, State Grants Go Big

It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the negative news out there about the state of the planet. But as...
Read More

The Sustainable, Beautiful Benefits of a Rain Garden

As intense rain falls more frequently in the Hudson Valley and beyond, excessive water can flood backyards, public spaces, and...
Read More

Why Try the New Beanless Alternative Coffees

The coffee and tea aisle of Mother Earth’s Storehouse in Kingston holds a brew that doesn’t quite fit in either...
Read More

Taste the Region: Ramp, Leek, and Goat Cheese Tart

Sometimes the tastiest local food is literally right under your feet. Every forager has their favorite native plant or mushroom,...
Read More

Who’s Cold-Water Swimming in the Hudson Valley

Cold plunges have been a hot commodity for a few years now. These days there are pricey tanks and entire...
Read More
Climate Solutions
Land + Air + Water
Outdoors
Plants + Animals
History + Culture
Community

Adventures

Hikes & Walks
High Falls
Hikes & Walks
Muscoot Farm
Hikes & Walks
Art Omi

Before & After

Transforming the
Hudson Valley

Since 1963, we’ve been preserving, protecting and revitalizing land and communities in the Hudson River Valley of New York.
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Explore the Natural Beauty of the Hudson Valley

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Adventures

Explore the Natural Beauty of the Hudson Valley

  • Discover:
Hikes & Walks
High Falls
Hikes & Walks
Muscoot Farm
Hikes & Walks
Art Omi

Before & After

Transforming the
Hudson Valley

Since 1963, we’ve been preserving, protecting and revitalizing land and communities in the Hudson River Valley of New York.

See more Before & After transformations.

long-dock-before-aerial-crop long-dock-after-aerial-crop-2
transform-yonkers-before_crop van-der-donck-after
walkway-before_terry-hardy-crop Walkway-Railroad-after-crop

Latest News

News, Press Releases, Press Releases
Scenic Hudson Praises Governor Hochul for Nominating Amanda Lefton to Lead New York DEC
Success Stories, Beauty, Ecology
Steepletop (Austerlitz, Columbia County)
Success Stories, Farms
Christiana Farm (Taghkanic, Columbia County)
News, Press Releases, Press Releases
Scenic Hudson Protects Two Critical Columbia County Farm and Forest Properties
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Upcoming Events

April 25
Spring Birding Walks at RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary
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April 25
Spring Birding Walks at RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary
Join Larry Federman for this series of walks on Friday mornings beginning...
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April 26
Hyde Park Healthy Trails Walkabout
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April 26
Hyde Park Healthy Trails Walkabout
Join Hyde Park Trails for a refreshing walk at the Staatsburgh State...
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April 26
Earth Day Cleanup & Trail Building
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April 26
Earth Day Cleanup & Trail Building
Join Scenic Hudson for a fun volunteer opportunity as part of the...
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May 2
Spring Birding Walks at RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary
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May 2
Spring Birding Walks at RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary
Join Larry Federman for this series of walks on Friday mornings beginning...
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May 3
Let’s Bike HV – Poughkeepsie
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May 3
Let’s Bike HV – Poughkeepsie
Let’s Bike HV celebrates both National Bike Month and Mental Health Awareness...
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May 8
Let’s Bike HV – Kingston
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May 8
Let’s Bike HV – Kingston
Let’s Bike HV celebrates both National Bike Month and Mental Health Awareness...
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