Seed Saving: How the Valley Has Helped Lead the Nation in Preserving Heirloom Plants
When you hold a seed in your hand, “once upon a time” might not be the first words that pop to mind. But seed keepers and seed savers will tell you that a seed is not just a plant waiting...
On the Hunt for Mushrooms in the Valley
They may not always be edible, but mushrooms are at least touchable. According to Hudson Valley mycologist Luke Sarrantonio, you can safely touch any mushroom without worrying about getting poisoned. Sarrantonio studied mycology, the study of fungi, at SUNY’s College...
#HudsonInspired: Textile Artist Victoria van der Laan Follows Threads to Zero-Waste Art
In the world of visual arts, painting, sculpture, video, and photography often dominate the narrative. Yet there are other forms of art that are getting increased recognition, such as quilting. Albany-based Victoria van der Laan began working with fiber and...Parks Maintenance Associate (Seasonal) for Sojourner Truth State Park – Kingston (ends November 2022)
Why to Support These New Bike Safety Bills for N.Y. State
In this year’s ranking of bike-friendly states conducted annually by the League of American Bicyclists, New York placed 13th. (FYI, Massachusetts, Oregon, Washington, California, and Minnesota hold places one through five, respectively.) But in the category “Traffic Laws and Practices” — a...
Why Each Enduring Hudson River Lighthouse Is So Special
To keep passengers and cargo safe during their travels on the Hudson River, mariners once relied on more than a dozen lighthouses alerting them to hazards that could doom a ship. Today, only seven of these historic beacons remain. Fortunately,...
A Spin Around the Classic Riverfront Amusement Parks
The Hudson Valley’s modern riverside parks (15 of which Scenic Hudson partnered to help create) have become places where people flock to enjoy green space and water views. In the early 20th century, a different kind of attraction drew people to...
Safer Summer Hiking With Dogs
The warm sunshine is here, and it’s time to hit those sizzling trails in the Hudson Valley — but how hot is too hot for your dog to come along? I’ve been hiking with my rescue dog, Roxy, for seven...