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Let's cocreate a thriving Hudson Valley for people & wildlife by engaging resources & communities in the protection of Land, Water, Air & each other.

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Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 2d

#ParksWeLove: Walkway Over the Hudson Dutchess + Ulster Counties — For decades, this bridge sat vacant across the Hudson. Once a 19th-century railroad bridge, the 1.28-mile span opened to pedestrians in 2009. Now, visitors can soak in views 212 feet above the river. . 🎥: Connect.HV

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 6d

🚫 Dealing with Spotted Lanternfly: 🚫 This pest threatens NY's fruit crops. This time of year, you'll likely see fourth-instar nymphs (seen here). IF YOU SPOT ONE: Immediately step on it or crush it! ➡️Check the status map of sightings: https://thehv.life/4x6ZfYS . 🎥: Blackboxguild / Adobe Stock

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 9d

#ParksWeLove: Lake Sophia at Sojourner Truth State Park KINGSTON, Ulster County — In case you missed it: This new local swim spot tucked into a former quarry opened in mid-July, and it's already become the place to be in Kingston! Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. ➡️ thehv.life/4xbTYzh

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 13d

⚠️ ¡Atención! ⚠️ Falling Waters Preserve en Glasco se encuentra cerrada. Debido a los recientes temporales es peligroso recorrer los senderos. Nuestro equipo está retirando los árboles pero no se sabe cuándo volverá a ser seguro transitar. Consultar novedades en esta página: thehv.life/4pKYi5Y

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 13d

⚠️ Heads up! ⚠️ Falling Waters Preserve in Glasco is currently closed. Recent weather has made the trails dangerous to explore. Our team will be working on clearing trees but is unsure when the trail will be safe to pass. Check the park page for updates: thehv.life/4fKFoYD

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 16d

#ParksWeLove: Mt Beacon Park Beacon, Dutchess County — 144 stairs. 6 switchbacks. 1,610+ feet. Watch us tackle the climb up #MountBeacon in under 30 seconds — thighs will burn, but the payoff is panoramic views of Beacon & beyond. 🤩 . 🎥: Amy Brown / ScenicHudson.org

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· 23d

#ParksWeLove: Franny Reese State Park Wander a historic carriage road, discover 19th-century estate ruins, and take in views of the Mid-Hudson Bridge. This July marks 23 years since #ScenicHudson conserved these 251 acres: https://thehv.life/3SXDgVI . 🎥: Tyler Blodgett

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jul 4

This #FourthofJuly, the country turns 250 — a milestone that means something different for everyone. However you're marking the day, Hudson Valley places like Mount Beacon offer sweeping views & quiet that can put things in perspective. How are you spending the day? 📷: rmbarricarte / Adobe Stock

A tall metal fire tower stands against a blue sky. An American flag waves at the top.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jun 29

#ParksWeLove: Scenic Hudson Park at Irvington — 25 years ago, a former lumberyard became something years in the making: a riverfront park for everyone. What's now a beloved spot with Hudson River + NYC skyline views was once a contaminated industrial site. https://bit.ly/4w6dtIX 📷: John Halpern

A person pushes a stroller along a grassy path by a body of water, accompanied by another person holding their arm. Trees line the path, and a distant city skyline is visible under a cloudy sky.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jun 22

#ParksWeLove: Poets' Walk Park opened #OnThisDay in 1996! This summer, the parks team completed a new trail with locally sourced material. Designed to feel like it belongs in the forest & built to last for the next 30 years! 📷: 1. Seth Martel 2. Morgan Bennett 3. Sean Ryan / ScenicHudson.org

Two side-by-side photos of a forest path. The left displays a natural, rugged trail with exposed tree roots in a wooded area. On the right, the same path transformed into a neatly constructed staircase with wooden steps and stone borders, surrounded by trees.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jun 15

#ParksWeLove: Hudson River Brickyard Trail (Ulster County) This 1.9-mile section of the Kingston Greenline & NY's Empire State Trail offers one of the few spots along the 750-mile EST with stunning Hudson River views! https://bit.ly/4orDa4f . 📹: Tyler Blodgett

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jun 14

The #WorldCup has arrived & the #HudsonValley has a stake in the action! ⚽ Hailing from Wappingers Falls, Tyler Adams takes the pitch for the U.S. Men's National Team. It's the latest chapter in a soccer legacy that runs deep in the region. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3RXWZ7b . 📹: futuralaboratories.com

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jun 1

#ParksWeLove: Franny Reese State Park HIGHLAND, Ulster County — This bluff-top forest honors Frances “Franny” Reese — Scenic Hudson co-founder and fierce protector of the Hudson Valley. The park’s trails wind past 19th-century ruins and lead to this impressive view… . 📹: Tyler Blodgett

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· May 25

#ParksWeLove: Lake Walton Preserve Many zoom by this spot on the Dutchess Rail Trail without seeing what's beyond the trees! In May 2019, Scenic Hudson helped acquire & transfer these 200+ acres to Dutchess County, protecting a spring-fed lake + wildlife habitat. 📷: Emily Hague / ScenicHudson.org

A tranquil forest scene overlooking Lake Walden Pond. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the foliage. The pond is visible through the trees, with patches of water reflecting the sky.

A lush wetland scene with tall grasses and scattered logs.

A serene lake covered with lily pads, surrounded by a dense forest.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· May 18

*Parks We Love:* Long Dock Park Celebrate #InternationalMuseumDay by mixing fresh air + fine art. Located along the banks of the Hudson River & steps from mtametronorth.bsky.social, this #BeaconNY park is a walk from the entrance of the Dia: Beacon museum. . 📹: Amy Brown / ScenicHudson.org

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· May 10

This #MothersDay, we're taking a cue from the #MallardDuck: She uses her feathers to build nests & squawks to protect ducklings from predators. Today, whether you're celebrating, waiting, or missing someone, we hope you find nurturing & peaceful moments in nature. 📹: levik1operator / Adobe Stock

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Apr 28

#ParksWeLove: Shaupeneak Ridge ESOPUS, Ulster County — Hiker, birder, mountain biker, or just someone craving fresh air? #ShaupeneakRidge's nearly 1,000 acres of forests, grasslands, and sweeping #HudsonValley views are calling. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mOQDCl 📷: Seth Martel / ScenicHudson.org

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Apr 24

If you've ever stopped to marvel at a massive old tree, we've got the hobby for you. 🌳 Meet the Big Tree Hunters — seeking out and documenting giants, one photo at a time. https://bit.ly/4vwRv2B . 📷: The Bedford Oak. Marty Aligata / Wikimedia Commons #ArborDay #HVViewfinder #BigTreeHunters

A vast and sprawling large-limbed tree extends across a sunlit, grassy area in a park. A person stands near the trunk, providing a sense of scale.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Apr 22

Good things are flowing in the #HudsonValley. 🌊 This #EarthDay, we're celebrating 3 #ClimateWins — a sturgeon comeback, river otters reclaiming NY waters & a floating solar array in #CohoesNY. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mzRPJD 📷: 1. NYSDEC 2. Christina Prinn / iStock 3. Courtesy City of Cohoes #HVViewfinder

A group of four people on a boat are holding a large sturgeon.

An otter is perched on a rock near the water's edge, surrounded by grass and looking directly at the camera.

Floating solar panels on a calm blue body of water under a clear sky.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Apr 21

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Poets' Walk Park! Which has us asking…Poets' Walk, what were you like in the '90s? 😉🍃 In 1996, its gates opened to new wanderers — but this landscape had already been inspiring artists for 140+ years. ➡️ bit.ly/42cyRzg . 📷: ScenicHudson . org Archives

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Apr 6

DYK: Libraries go way beyond books! On #NationalLibraryDay, we’re spotlighting the unexpected things you can check out to get outdoors: 🎟️Certain Mid-Hudson Library branches have passes for Mohonk Preserve & NYS Parks. ⛺ Some locations offer fishing rods, backpacks & TENTS. http://bit.ly/3PEQ7dN

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Mar 28

This Saturday, March 28, join millions for #EarthHour. 🌍 Turn off your lights from 8:30–9:30 p.m. for our planet, our climate, and the landscapes we love. https://www.earthhour.org/ #BiggestHourForEarth 📷: Pierce Johnston

A breathtaking sunset over a river meandering through a lush green landscape with mountains in the background.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Mar 11

The clocks have sprung forward — and the #HudsonValley is glowing a little later into the evening. With the change comes updated hours at #PoetsWalkPark: • Now – April 30: 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. • May 1 – Sept 30: 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Find your evening inspo: https://bit.ly/4uhjRgD 📷: Laurie Kruger

A single person walks along a frozen path during sunset, with a gazebo visible on the left. The sky is filled with soft hues of orange and pink. Snow patches are scattered across the ground.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Mar 9

#ParksWeLove: Klara Sauer Trail at Long Dock Park This 1-mile trail in #BeaconNY honors Klara Sauer, executive director of #ScenicHudson from 1979-1999 & a regional pathbreaker! Sauer helped conserve 20,000 acres, create 19 parks & shape the region’s approach to conservation. #WomensHistoryMonth

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Mar 2

#ParksWeLove: Franny Reese State Park HIGHLAND, Ulster County — Nearly 3 miles of trails & sweeping Hudson River views honor Scenic Hudson co-founder Franny Reese. A fitting tribute to a true environmental leader! #WomensHistoryMonth https://bit.ly/3N7Nujy 📷: Instagram user "@bornatthewrongtime"

The Mid-Hudson Bridge spans a partially frozen Hudson River, with a red barge navigating through the icy water. The landscape includes a city skyline in the background under a clear blue sky.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Feb 23

#ParksWeLove: Scenic Hudson Park at Peekskill Landing Once a bustling wharf & industrial site, it’s now a vibrant park! Enjoy dazzling winter #HudsonRiver views on easy, paved walkways. https://bit.ly/3OA8qQA 📷: Instagram user "@sarahinpeekskill"

View of the frozen Hudson River at sunset from Peekskill Landing with surrounding hills in the background under a colorful sky.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Feb 16

#ParksWeLove: Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail HYDE PARK, NY — Step into #HVHistory on this 1.8-mile trail, connecting FDR's Springwood home to Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill. These "Secret Woods" are where she would read to her grandchildren. https://bit.ly/4bPBxsV 📷: Beth Shannon / Instagram "@bshannon65"

A snowy forest path flanked by tall, bare trees extends into the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

A snowy forest scene with a wooden signpost featuring two directional arrows. The top arrow points left and reads "Appalachian Trail - For Emergencies Call 911." The bottom arrow points right and reads "Roosevelt Farm Lane - 0.3 Mile." The signs are weathered and set amidst bare trees and a snow-covered landscape.

A snow-covered path winds through a forest of tall, leafless trees. A yellow road sign indicating a left turn is visible among the trees. The sky is overcast.

Scenic Hudson@scenichudson· Jan 26

#ParksWeLove: Esopus Meadows Preserve There’s a seasonal serenity at this spot in winter. Stroll along the shoreline & you’ll spot the “Maid of the Meadows,” the river’s only wooden lighthouse. https://www.scenichudson.org/explore-the-valley/scenic-hudson-parks/esopus-meadows-preserve/ 📷: Jeff Mertz