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SUMMARY:Parks & Clean Water for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:The recently passed state budget hits a home run for the environment\, providing historic levels of funding for clean water and air\, parks and trails\, and natural climate solutions. \nJoin us for a virtual discussion to learn: \n\nWhat this means for you and the Hudson Valley\nHow to help ensure passage of a $4.2 billion Environmental Bond Act this November\n\nIt’s a great opportunity to see how these dedicated environmental investments will assure a healthy and thriving future for your community. \nState Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid and Scenic Hudson President Ned Sullivan will discuss the game-changing impacts this funding will have on public health\, environmental justice\, climate resilience\, and local agricultural and tourism economies. \nREGISTER HERE \nYou’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and hear answers from a top member of the Hochul administration.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/parks-clean-water-for-everyone/
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SUMMARY:Sojourner Truth State Park Community Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join a Community Earth Day celebration at the new Sojourner Truth State Park and mark the opening of the first state park in the City of Kingston and Town of Ulster.\nWHERE:\nSojourner Truth State Park\nPost Road (at Main Street) Kingston\, NY (directions below) \nThe celebration includes:\n \n\nLive music\nEarth Day educational activities\nGuided hikes\nFood vendors\nLots more fun!\n\nClick here for the schedule of the day and more information. \nThis community celebration is in partnership with the City of Kingston and Radio Kingston. \nSpanish interpretation and bilingual assistance will be provided. \nAll are welcome!\nWe hope to see you there!\nADDRESS\nSojourner Truth State Park is new and does not yet have an established address.\nScan the QR code provided here (using the Camera app on your smartphone) to load a map of the park’s location or CLICK HERE. Please see directions to the park from common access points.\n \nGPS COORDINATES\n41°56’48.1″N 73°58’25.0″W \nDIRECTIONS\nFrom the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge heading west: \n\nCross the bridge and use the right lane to take the exit for NYS Route 32 South.\nTurn left onto Route 32 South.\nAfter about 1 mile\, turn left onto Main Street.\nFollow Main Street for approximately 1.5 miles to the park entrance.\n\nFrom the south via Interstate 87: \n\nTake Exit 19 and at the traffic circle\, take the third exit onto I-587 East/NY-28 East/Col. Chandler Drive.\nIn about 1.5 miles\, take the third exit at the traffic circle onto Albany Avenue.\nIn less than 1 mile\, turn right onto NYS Route 32 North/Flatbush Avenue.\nContinue for about 2 miles\, then turn right onto Main Street.\nFollow Main Street for approximately 1.5 miles to the park entrance.\n\nFrom the south via Route 9W: \n\nAfter crossing the John T. Loughran Bridge\, continue for about 1.5 miles\, then turn right onto NYS Route 32 North.\nIn about 1.5 miles\, turn right on Main Street.\nFollow Main Street for approximately 1.5 miles to the park entrance.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/sojourner-truth-state-park-community-earth-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163532Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: New Leaders for the Hudson River and the Clean Water Act at 50
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Tracy Brown\, Riverkeeper’s new President and Hudson Riverkeeper\, and David Toman\, the new Executive Director of Hudson River Sloop Clearwater\, joining Ned Sullivan\, President of Scenic Hudson for over 23 years\, in a conversation with activist and filmmaker Jon Bowermaster. \nIn this historic Earth Day online event\, three pioneering Hudson River environmental organizations come together to discuss the 50th anniversary of the landmark Clean Water Act. Scenic Hudson\, Riverkeeper and Hudson River Sloop Clearwater\, were all founded in the 1960s to protect the Hudson River from the massive pollution that was destroying it and rescue the dying river. \n50 years later\, two of these organizations have new leaders and all three have new visions for the future of the Hudson River. \nThe modern environmental movement was founded on the Hudson River in large part because of these courageous grassroots groups. Each organization brings different strengths and strategies to protecting the river and they work together to harness the power of the Clean Water Act and other tools to protect our waterways. \nWe invite all to join us for this free online event to learn more about each organization and get to know our leaders\, and to learn about the history and the future of the Clean Water Act.  \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/webinar-new-leaders-for-the-hudson-river-and-the-clean-water-act-at-50/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160936Z
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SUMMARY:The Perils of Plastics
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of Westchester County invites you to a virtual forum to find out why the production\, use and disposal of plastic is one of the greatest environmental and health threats of our time.\nFeaturing Erica Cirino\, author of Thicker Than Water: A Quest for Solutions to the Plastics Crisis and Jim Vallette\, President of Materials Research L3C and author of The New Coal: Plastics and Climate Change.  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER  \nThis event is co-sponsored by: Bedford 2030\, Beyond Plastics\, Climate Reality Project– Westchester Chapter\, Federated Conservationists of Westchester County\, ELLA of Teatown Reservation\, Green Ossining\, Mothers Out Front\, New York League of Conservation Voters\, League of Women Voters of NY State\, Riverkeeper\, Scenic Hudson\, Sustainable Westchester\, and Westchester County. 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/the-perils-of-plastics/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
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SUMMARY:Route to the River - Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Castelton-on-Hudson Main Street Association is hosting a presentation and public discussion on how to gain safe access to village-owned land in Riverfront Park featuring Scenic Hudson’s Director of Land Use Advocacy\, Jeff Anzevino. \nTo learn more click here or email info@castletonmainstreet.org.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/route-to-the-river-public-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163609Z
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SUMMARY:Community Preservation Act: Protect Open Space\, Farms & Water
DESCRIPTION:Join a conversation about New York State bill A7632\, Community Preservation Fund\, which will allow all communities to finance and protect carefully selected and highly valuable properties within their municipality. Featuring Carli Fraccarolli\, State Policy Coordinator at Scenic Hudson\, this event is part of March Madness Month of Meetings\, hosted by Orange County’s Dept of Planning & Climate Smart Community Task Force. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/community-preservation-act-protect-open-space-farms-water/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163612Z
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SUMMARY:NYS Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act
DESCRIPTION:Join a conversation about the New York State Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act\, the state’s plan to reduce our carbon footprint\, and how municipalities can map where solar facilities should be sited. Featuring Audrey Friedrichsen\, Land Use and Environmental Advocacy Attorney at Scenic Hudson\, this event is part of March Madness Month of Meetings\, hosted by Orange County’s Dept of Planning & Climate Smart Community Task Force. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/nys-climate-leadership-community-protection-act/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T000000
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CREATED:20250317T160933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163614Z
UID:10000083-1646006400-1646006400@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:Meeting New York's Ambitious Climate Goals: Conflict\, Compromise\, and NIMBY in Renewable Energy Siting
DESCRIPTION:10th Annual Woodstock Land Conservancy Film & Discussion Series  \nIn 2019\, NYS passed the most ambitious\, hopeful\, and solution-oriented legislation in the country to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By 2030\, 70% of our electricity must come from renewables. In our part of the Hudson Valley\, this means solar farms. Where will they go\, who will make the decisions\, and what will be the competing demands of agriculture\, housing\, tourism\, and aesthetics? \nWe all want action on climate change. How do we balance people’s reservations against the pressing need to act now? Engage with short videos and live interviews plus Q&A with some of the climate leaders in the Hudson Valley\, including Jen Metzger\, former State Senator and current advisor to New Yorkers for Clean Power\, and Audrey Friedrichsen\, Land Use and Environmental Advocacy Attorney for Scenic Hudson. \nRegister for this program here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtduisqTspGdIuBPmaASmXfaqGGgiGiD10
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/meeting-new-yorks-ambitious-climate-goals-conflict-compromise-and-nimby-in-renewable-energy-siting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163639Z
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SUMMARY:Clearwater Presents: A Discussion with Black Environmental Professionals
DESCRIPTION:In this free virtual webinar\, Hudson River Sloop Clearwater is thrilled to provide the space led by and for Black environmental professionals to share their work and amplify the visibility of the Black community in the environment to the next generation. Panelists will be joining from throughout NYC and the Hudson Valley and will be sharing their professional journeys across the environmental field\, from education\, to research\, to development and communications. Zoraida Lopez-Diago\, Scenic Hudson’s Director of River Cities Program\, will be a featured panelist. \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/clearwater-presents-a-discussion-with-black-environmental-professionals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163642Z
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SUMMARY:Stop the Plant: Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Danskammer has appealed the Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC’s) October 27th decision to deny their fracked gas power plant its air permit. Tell decision-makers to uphold the DEC’s decision! \nHOW TO HELP: \n\nSpeak out at a virtual public comment hearing on Tuesday\, February 15 — for more details and to register\, click here. The deadline to register is February 11th. \nYou can also send written comments by Tuesday\, February 22.\n\nThis is a last-ditch effort to keep alive a project that would emit millions of tons of climate-warming gases\, spew cancer-causing pollutants\, and harm environmental justice communities in and around Newburgh. \nThe DEC’s comprehensive decision to deny Danskammer’s air permit rests on solid legal ground — but let’s take advantage of every opportunity to ensure the plant doesn’t get built.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/stop-the-plant-public-hearing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220128T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163645Z
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SUMMARY:Parks and Clean Water for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Join a virtual discussion hosted by Scenic Hudson about the proposed environmental funding in Gov. Hochul’s recently announced budget. It’s a great opportunity to peek behind the numbers and learn why these investments are critical for assuring a healthy and thriving future for valley communities.  \nREGISTER HERE \n State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid and Scenic Hudson President Ned Sullivan will share insights about the vast benefits this funding will provide — to public health\, environmental justice\, clean air and water\, climate resilience\, and local agricultural and tourism economies.  \n You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions — and get them answered by a top member of the Hochul administration.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/parks-and-clean-water-for-everyone/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220126T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163647Z
UID:10000087-1643155200-1643155200@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Public Meeting: Orange County Climate Resilience Planning
DESCRIPTION:Do storms cause flooding in your neighborhood more often? \nAre long summer heatwaves cramping your outdoor fun? \nIf you live in Orange County\, you can help create solutions for these and other growing climate impacts.  \nTo learn how\, attend a virtual meeting hosted by the county Planning Department. \nThe department is developing a County Resilience Plan — to identify local risks from climate change and prioritize projects to address them — and it wants residents to participate. This meeting will provide information about the process and ways you can get involved. There also will be time for questions and comments. \nOrange County has experienced millions of dollars of losses due to historic flood events and storm surges\, while the number of heat advisories grows annually. Climate change is projected to increase the number and severity of events like these\, making this plan — and your input — essential to help county communities adapt to the future. 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/virtual-public-meeting-orange-county-climate-resilience-planning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163704Z
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SUMMARY:Our Future Main Streets: Flexibility\, Inclusion\, Experience
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE! \nAs the Covid-19 pandemic has forced cities to open their streets into laboratories of shared use\, what have we learned about the Main Streets that form the downtown cores of our communities? What is the future of the storefront\, sidewalks\, and public spaces in these small\, urban ecosystems? How are ground floor occupancy models shifting towards experiential programing and community spaces? How can we design our Main Streets as more inclusive places that nurture a diverse business ownership? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar hosted by Future of Small Cities Institute you’ll hear from a range of folks involved in the design of future Main Streets\, including Lindsey Wallace of Main Street America\, who will provide you with some national trends in Main Streets across the country; Zoraida Lopez-Diago of the Scenic Hudson’s River Cities program\, who will discuss Main Street community collaboration across cities in the Hudson Valley; Mayor Steve Noble of Kingston\, NY\, who will talk about the challenge of nurturing sustainable and equitable Main Streets in a post-industrial small city landscape\, and what city officials can do to encourage community development; Rusul Alrubail of the Parkdale Centre for Innovation in Toronto\, which has done a bunch of innovative work in establishing inclusive Main Streets and encouraging BIPOC business ownership and entrepreneurship; and Kristin Diotte\, Director of Planning in Schenectady\, NY\, who will locate the different kinds of Main Streets we see in cities\, from heavily trafficked downtown corridors\, to neighborhood streets\, and how we can repair and maintain these corridors. Main Streets are changing alongside our cities and the possibilities are exciting.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/our-future-main-streets-flexibility-inclusion-experience/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211121T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211121T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163706Z
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SUMMARY:Walkway Talk: Discover Franny Reese State Park!
DESCRIPTION:Do you wonder about the magnificent forested bluff rising above the Hudson River just south of the Walkway Over the Hudson? \nJoin Walkway over the Hudson and Scenic Hudson in exploring Franny Reese State Park. This 251-acre park is named after Scenic Hudson’s guiding spirit\, Frances “Franny” Reese (1917-2003)\, who dedicated much of her life to protecting the Hudson Valley’s natural and historic treasures. \nRegister here! \nScenic Hudson conserved\, created and manages Franny Reese State Park\, which is owned by the New York State Office of Parks\, Recreation and Historic Preservation. \nCo-presenters bios: \nRita Shaheen is Scenic Hudson’s director of parks and community engagement. She is responsible for the team who design\, construct and manage Scenic Hudson’s network of parks and provides recreational and educational programming at the parks. Ms. Shaheen has a background in landscape architecture and has been with the organization since 1996. \nReed Sparling is Scenic Hudson’s writer and Scenic Hudson historian. He has been with the organization since 2006. Previously\, he was editor of Hudson Valley magazine. Reed also is co-editor of the Hudson River Valley Review\, a scholarly publication issued by the Hudson River Valley Institute at Marist College.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/walkway-talk-discover-franny-reese-state-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163708Z
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SUMMARY:More Than a Land Acknowledgement with Heather Bruegl
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered about the history of the land that you are on? Do you understand the impacts of colonialism on the land and Native Nations? Do you want to do more than just acknowledge the land? \nThis workshop gives you a history of the Federal Indian policy that led to land loss and provides 5 steps on how to create a land acknowledgement that does more than just put words on paper. \nLearn how to create a land acknowledgement that is living and full of action. Join WMA JDEI and Scenic Hudson on Zoom as Heather Bruegl\, M.A. (Oneida/Stockbridge-Munsee) Director of Education for the Forge Project Fellowship Program presents\, “More Than a Land Acknowledgement.” \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/more-than-a-land-acknowledgement-with-heather-bruegl/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163711Z
UID:10000091-1636416000-1636416000@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming: Updates from the Field
DESCRIPTION:Farmers throughout the Hudson Valley are working to make the region’s land more productive and resilient. Join this online gathering and get up to speed on the work underway to secure a brighter future for Hudson Valley farmers. \nREGISTER HERE!  \nLearn from farmers who are putting regenerative agricultural practices to the test\, ask questions and share your own ideas to promote healthy\, productive soils in the region. \nFeaturing:\nKen Beneke\, Willow Brook Farms\nSarah Chase\, Chaseholm Farm\nRussell Smiley\, Smiley Farm  \nSpecial Guests:\nRichard Ball\, NYS Ag & Markets Commissioner\nNed Sullivan\, Scenic Hudson President 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/climate-smart-farming-updates-from-the-field/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163723Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm + Gardens on October 2 for the Harvest Fest!\nSchedule: \n\n11 am-noon: Opening Ceremony \n\n\n \nnoon-3 pm: Harvest Fest \nActivities: \n\n\n \n\n\n Food (masks required in food tent) \n\n \n\n\nDancing + music (dance battle) \n\n \n\n\nFamily/kids craft activities  \n\n \n\n\nSign-ups for community garden beds \n\n \n\n\nHelp plant blueberries for the farm \n\n \n\n\nFun + games \n\n \n\n\nGiveaways  \n\n\n\n\n\nParking on the Street \n\n\n \nSpanish interpretation and/or bilingual assistance will be provided \n\n\n \nQuestions? Reach out to: Anthony Coneski at aconeski@scenichudson.org
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/harvest-fest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163725Z
UID:10000093-1632528000-1632528000@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:Farmland Cycling Tour (Self-Guided)
DESCRIPTION:Fall is a favorite time of year in the Hudson Valley—cooler weather\, colorful leaves\, local farm stands overflowing with apples and pumpkins… and ideal conditions for bike riding! Scenic Hudson’s annual Farmland Cycling Tour brings hundreds of riders together to celebrate family farms that provide fresh\, healthy food. \nDue to the ongoing global health crisis\, the 2021 Farmland Cycling Tour will once again be a self-guided\, virtual event. This year’s tour features something new. Your participation will help support the YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County’s Lend-a-Wheel bicycle recycling program! \nSee this page for details.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/farmland-cycling-tour-self-guided/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163728Z
UID:10000094-1631923200-1631923200@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:Get Xcited: The Future of Malcolm X Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community gathering to explore and discuss improvements coming soon to Malcolm X Park!\nYou’ll have the opportunity to give your feedback on new park features and explore local services and resources. \nLet’s imagine an improved Malcolm X Park together!
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/get-xcited-the-future-of-malcolm-x-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163730Z
UID:10000095-1629936000-1629936000@www.scenichudson.org
SUMMARY:On the Right Track: Safely Connecting Communities to the Hudson River
DESCRIPTION:Recreation\, inspiration\, food… Places to gather and celebrate… Thriving local economies… All depend on our ability to connect with the Hudson River. \nAt the same time\, efforts to enhance safety along rail lines makes shoreline access increasingly difficult. \nJoin local and state officials and transportation experts at a free webinar to learn how YOU can help ensure we reduce risks in ways that can protect and increase Hudson River access. Updates also will be provided about other efforts to provide new connections to the river. \nBe part of the solution to put us on the right track. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/on-the-right-track-safely-connecting-communities-to-the-hudson-river/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163746Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day: RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Volunteer Work Day on Wednesday\, July 28\, at RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary to help make the preserve more inviting for people and wildlife! \nWe’ll be clearing vegetation from trails\, removing litter\, and rerouting a trail away from flooding. \nHere’s the skinny: \n\nWe’ll meet in the parking lot.\nTools and safety gear will be provided.\nPlease wear sturdy\, closed toed shoes.\nPlease bring a snack and water (we’ll have more on hand).\nAt lunch\, enjoy free pizza and an Audubon bird talk!\n\nTo RSVP or for more information please contact Carley Kiernan: ckiernan@scenichudson.org  \nWe hope to see you there! \nNota: No habrá traducción al español durante estos días de trabajo. Esperamos poder tener personal bilingüe presente en otras oportunidades.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/volunteer-work-day-ramshorn-livingston-sanctuary/
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SUMMARY:Free Workshop: Medicinal Herbs for Your Cupboard
DESCRIPTION:Herbs growing at the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm have been used for centuries as proven remedies for colds and flus\, aches and pains\, digestive issues\, and stress. Learn more about them — and other herbs readily available at health food stores — from clinical herbalist Marguerite Dunne. \nPark on Pershing Ave. and walk to the farm
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/free-workshop-medicinal-herbs-for-your-cupboard/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T000000
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SUMMARY:How Do You Solve a Problem Like the Climate?
DESCRIPTION:What is being done in the region to prepare and ensure that our communities and systems will be resilient enough to withstand change? \nIn this conversation\, The River Newsroom will bring together expert panelists working on a broad range of climate solutions throughout the region\, and invite them to talk about their work—and the change that lies within our grasp\, even in the midst of a complex global disaster. \nClimate change isn’t coming—it’s here. Average temperatures are rising\, and extreme weather is intensifying. The Hudson River has risen a foot over the past century\, and is on track to rise six feet or more by 2100. To protect communities in the Hudson Valley and Catskills from the worst impacts\, we need to decarbonize the economy. But we also need to adapt to the change that has already begun. \nREGISTER HERE \nModerated by Lissa Harris\, staff writer at The River Newsroom. \nCo-moderated by Jen Metzger\, former New York state Senator and policy advisor for New Yorkers for Clean Power. Jen Metzger\, PhD\, served in the NY State Senate in 2019-2020\, and currently advises on climate and energy policy with the nonprofit organization\, New Yorkers for Clean Power. Prior to her election to the State Senate\, she served for over a decade in local government in the Town of Rosendale\, and cofounded and directed Citizens for Local Power\, an organization dedicated to fighting unfair utility rates and practices and helping communities shift to a locally based clean energy economy. \nPanelists for this conversation include: \n\nBen Dobson\, founder of Hudson Carbon and farm manager of Stone House Grain\nNava Tabak\, director of science\, climate\, and stewardship at Scenic Hudson\nAndrew Willner\, sail freight advocate and founder of the Center for Post Carbon Logistics\n\nAdditional panelists to be announced. \nThis event also marks the launch of The River Newsroom’s Climate Lab\, a new project focused on covering climate impacts and solutions in the Hudson Valley and Catskills region.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/how-do-you-solve-a-problem-like-the-climate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210623T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160920Z
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SUMMARY:Danskammer & The Community: A Free Online Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community discussion on the proposed Danskammer gas power plant in the Town of Newburgh (Orange County). Hear how this plant will affect you and your community\, and see what we can do together to stop the plant.  \nWhere: Online Webinar\nWhen: June 23\, 6:00 p.m.  – 7:30 p.m.\nRSVP via bit.ly/june23roundtable \nThe existing plant operates during peak hours\, providing energy only during the highest-demand periods — when temperatures are extremely hot or cold — but the new plant would run nearly all of the time. This will not only jeopardize public health\, but increase pollution and intensify climate change. \nOften those who bear the brunt of impacts from polluting projects and policies are not heard. It is about time we talk about the facts and take action. Tune in to hear from community voices already engaged in both environmental and social justice work — including a faith-based organization\, a local business\, and members of Latinx and Indigenous communities — so that we can lift our voices to let decision-makers know we do not need or want this polluting plant!
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/danskammer-the-community-a-free-online-roundtable-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T000000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth at the Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Visit the healing farm and gardens at the Sanctuary on Crystal Lake for a Juneteenth taste of celebration and wellness\, with music\, food\, seed planting\, stories\, poems and love.\n\nThis is a free event for all ages\, made possible with support from Melanin Unchained\, Integrate Health and Wellness\, Outdoor Promise and Scenic Hudson.\nVisit instagram.com/thesanctuary_healinggardens for additional details. \n 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/juneteenth-at-the-sanctuary/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T000000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth: Pine Street African Burial Ground Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join Harambee\, Kingston Land Trust\, and My Kingston Kids in celebrating the Grand Opening of the Pine Street African Burial Ground.\nThis historic community event will take place on Juneteenth\, which represents the day of Freedom for Africans and African-Americans. This important occasion will be celebrated with music\, food\, community activities\, poetry and so much more. You’ll have the opportunity to tour the renovated Pine Street African Burial Ground building and learn more about this site and African culture in the Hudson Valley.\n\n  \nThis is a free event for all ages!\n  \nFor more information click here. 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/juneteenth-pine-street-african-burial-ground-grand-opening/
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DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
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SUMMARY:City of Poughkeepsie Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday June 19\, the city of Poughkeepsie will be celebrating Juneteenth.\nThere will be a memorial event for Theodore “Tree” Arrington at 12pm at the Family Partnership Center (29 N. Hamilton St. Pk\, NY 12601). \nThere will be a celebration following this from 1pm-6pm at Mansion Square Park which will include music\, performances\, and food. \nFor more information click here. 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/city-of-poughkeepsie-juneteenth-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T000000
DTSTAMP:20260413T054523
CREATED:20250317T160919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163822Z
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SUMMARY:Arrested Mobility: Addressing the Racial Inequities in Bicycling
DESCRIPTION:BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous and people of color) bicyclists are much more likely to suffer from over-policing\, restricting access to economic and political opportunities\, healthy exercise and social activities. What can be done to end this injustice? To find out\, attend the free Zoom webinar we’re hosting for National Bike Month. \nREGISTER HERE\n(After registering for the event\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with information about joining the webinar.) \nWe are honored to host guest speaker\, Charles T. Brown\, MPA\, CPD\, LCI\, who is the founder and principal of Equitable Cities—a BIPOC and veteran owned urban planning\, policy and research firm with clients across North America. He is also an adjunct professor at the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. A prominent speaker on issues at the intersection of transportation\, health and equity\, he will describe the many adverse impacts of over-policing on BIPOC bicyclists and discuss the role that community organizing and transportation planning can play in achieving racial equality in transportation and mobility. \n 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/arrested-mobility-addressing-the-racial-inequities-in-bicycling/
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SUMMARY:Ground Control: Growing Climate Solutions with Working Lands
DESCRIPTION:Improving soil health in the Hudson Valley is a powerful climate solution that enhances economic opportunity for farmers. Join Scenic Hudson\, the Climate Reality Project and Citizens’ Climate Lobby to learn how YOU CAN HELP advance climate-resilient farming policies and practices that are a win-win for the region.  \nREGISTER HERE\n(After registering for the event\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with information about joining the presentation.) \n \n 
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/ground-control-growing-climate-solutions-with-working-lands/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T000000
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SUMMARY:Carbon Sequestration from the Ground Up: Opportunities in Northeastern Farms and Forests
DESCRIPTION:Natural and working lands have a unique role to play in addressing climate change\, and in the Northeast\, groundbreaking work is occurring in both the public and private sectors. On April 23-24\, 2021\, we are co-hosting a virtual conference with CSG East’s State Legislative Climate Alliance working group to explore the innovative efforts that are underway in their member states. Through panel discussions and roundtable conversations\, participants will identify best practices related to carbon sequestration on natural and working lands\, seek opportunities to enhance regional communication\, and consider potential actions that could lead to synergistic policies in member states.\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE. \n\nAgenda (Session descriptions below): \nFriday\, April 23\, 2021: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nI. Overview of the Sequestration Opportunity \nII. Roundtable on State Healthy Soils Legislation and Programs \nIII. Roundtable on Forest Carbon Opportunities \nSaturday\, April 24\, 2021: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nIV. An Overview of Public and Private Carbon Offset Market Opportunities\, Methodologies and Constraints \nV. State/Federal Collaborations \nVI. Moving Forward: Moderated Discussion \nConfirmed speakers include: \n\nMassachusetts State Senator Marc Pacheco\, Chair\, CSG East State Legislative Climate Alliance\nNed Sullivan\, President\, Scenic Hudson\nNew York State Assemblymember Didi Barrett\nMaryland State Delegate Dana Stein\nDr. Sacha Spector\, Environmental Program Director\, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation\nDr. Sara Via\, Professor and Climate Extension Specialist\, University of Maryland\nRyan Patch\, Deputy Director\, Water Quality Division\, Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food and Markets\nRobert Sherman\, Policy Manager\, American Forest Foundation\nRichard Ball\, New York State Commissioner of Agriculture\nMolly Henry\, Senior Manager for Climate and Health\, American Forests\nVermont State Representative Carolyn Partridge\, Co-Chair\, CSG East Agriculture and Rural Development Committee\nAaron Paul\, Director\, Forest Carbon Origination\, Bluesource\nCindy Chiang\, Sustainability and Partnerships\, Pachama\nJo D. Saffeir\, Maine Forest Carbon Task Force\nDr. Barbara Glenn\, Chief Executive Officer\, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture\nBriana Alfaro\, Soil Carbon Field Researcher\, NOFA-NY & Soul Fire Farm\n\n\n\nSession descriptions:\nFriday\, April 23\, 10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nI. Overview of the Sequestration Opportunity: This panel will focus on the critical role that sequestration in natural and working lands must play to help states achieve their carbon reduction goals\, particularly as an increasing number of states strive to become net neutral by midcentury. Presenters will provide an overview of recent research from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change\, National Academy of Sciences and others that have defined a global opportunity for sequestration to provide one-third of the cost-effective emissions reductions needed to keep the Earth’s temperature below 2 degrees Celsius. They will also summarize strategies outlined by the US Climate Alliance to achieve this goal on a national level while enhancing collaboration between states and the federal government\, and a snapshot of what the latest science can confirm and has yet to discover about the potential of these strategies. \nII. Roundtable on State Healthy Soils Legislation/Programs: Many Northeastern states\, including Maryland\, Massachusetts\, Vermont and New York\, have established or are planning to implement healthy soils programs. This panel\, consisting of state legislators\, academics\, and representatives from executive agencies\, will provide an overview of these efforts and any quantifiable results that they can share\, as well as a discussion of the challenges they have encountered in terms of funding\, farmer outreach\, and methodologies. \nIII. Roundtable on Forest Carbon Opportunities: This panel will feature a discussion of existing state programs and other innovative efforts to design accessible\, economically feasible forest carbon storage programs for small-to-medium sized landowners\, and in urban areas. \nSaturday\, April 24\, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nIV. An Overview of Public and Private Carbon Offset Market Opportunities\, Methodologies and Constraints: In the United States\, California is the only state that operates a compliance offsets market\, as part of its economy-wide cap-and-trade program\, but the voluntary offsets market has been growing rapidly. These efforts could receive a significant push from the Biden administration\, which wants to provide some $30 billion in aid from USDA’s Commodity Credit Corporation to pay farmers to capture carbon in soil\, and has proposed creating a carbon bank that would buy credits from farmers and sell them to corporations for offsets. In the private sector\, a growing list of companies have announced major investments in nature-based offsets to meet internal carbon reduction goals and showcase their green credentials. This session will include discussions with project developers and third-party verifiers that are operating in the offsets space\, and with corporate representatives that are supporting development of offset markets in the private sector in the Northeast. \nV. State/Federal Collaboration: The Biden administration has outlined the goal of “decarbonizing the food and agricultural sector and leveraging agriculture to remove carbon dioxide from the air and store it in the ground.” At the same time\, the President has proposed to conserve 30% of the nation’s open spaces\, including forests and other reserves\, by the year 2030\, as central to his climate strategies. This session will include discussions with state agency leaders and federal policy makers who will summarize ideas and strategies being developed to coordinate joint state-federal action. \nVI. Moving Forward: Non-governmental partnerships promoting climate resilience and carbon sequestration are coordinating activities between scientists\, land managers\, conservation groups and technical service providers. The Northeast Carbon Alliance is one such organization that has created a model for collaboration across Northeastern states. This session will include a brief presentation of the Northeast Carbon Alliance model\, followed by a facilitated discussion about observations made during this conference\, identification of synergies among actions in the state\, federal and private spheres\, and potential policy concepts to enhance collaboration across state borders.
URL:https://www.scenichudson.org/events/carbon-sequestration-from-the-ground-up-opportunities-in-northeastern-farms-and-forests/
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