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The Dogs Who Day-Hike the Hudson Valley

Dogs are the only species in the animal kingdom that have evolved to the point of being considered man’s best...

Serviceberry: A Feast for the Birds

The serviceberry can be found at the border of a...

Quiz: Which Caterpillars Become Which Butterflies?

The Hudson Valley provides the perfect habitat for a wide...

Why to Consider Keeping Bees Come Spring

The humble honeybee may just be a human’s new best...
#FlightWatch

Hearing the Hidden Meanings of Woodpeckers

As winter moves into spring, we often hear the repeated tapping of woodpeckers that echoes...

Where to Get Started With Winter Birdwatching

As winter takes hold of the Hudson Valley, getting outside during the limited daylight hours...
#WildlifeLove

Raccoons, the Lovable Local-to-Everywhere Rogues

They’re right in our midst, and simultaneously appreciated (for their masked-eye, ringed-tail cuteness) and unloved...
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#FlightWatch

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Hearing the Hidden Meanings of Woodpeckers

As winter moves into spring, we often hear the repeated tapping of woodpeckers that echoes from distant trees. This is...

#FlightWatch: Do You Know the Mockingbird?

Mockingbirds are a fixture in popular American culture. They provided inspiration for the Mockingjays in The Hunger Games. Harper Lee named...

Up Close With New York’s Only Resident Hummingbird

Bird lovers throughout the Hudson Valley are watching for one of our area’s most beloved seasonal residents: the ruby-throated hummingbird....
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#TreesPlease

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Big Trees and the Humans Who Find Them

Near Coeymans, N.Y., there is a floodplain that flanks the Hudson and extends out to a well-kept property that a...

Celebrating FDR’s Pioneering Tree Conservation

Conserving land — cultivating it expressly for nature — is a standard practice today. But decades ago, it was an unheard-of...

Fall Foliage and Climate Change: A Wild Mix

The photogenic sprawl of trees in their vibrant fall colors is arguably one of the Hudson Valley’s most defining features,...
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#BuggingOut

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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...

Why to Consider Keeping Bees Come Spring

The humble honeybee may just be a human’s new best friend. With the spring season approaching, soon bringing a growth...

Inside N.Y.’s First-in-the-Nation Neonic Pesticide Nix

Since the 1940s, farmers and landscapers alike have used synthetic pesticides that are sprayed on plants and crops. But in...
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#WildlifeLove

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Raccoons, the Lovable Local-to-Everywhere Rogues

They’re right in our midst, and simultaneously appreciated (for their masked-eye, ringed-tail cuteness) and unloved (especially for their tendency to...

Coexisting More Peacefully With Coyotes

As human activity over the centuries has drastically altered the American landscape, the makeup of wildlife in the country has...

Winging It With New York Bats

Despite their spooky rep, there’s much more to bats than Dracula and Halloween decorations. Around the world, bats serve as...
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#Invasives101

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How Bad Is Water Chestnut, Really?

When it comes to invasive species that have affected the Hudson River, water chestnuts are one of the most common....
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If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Eat ‘Em

Invasive plants wreak great havoc in the Hudson Valley, crowding out native species that birds and other animals depend on...

Hounding Out Invasive Species in the Hudson Valley

The next time you’re hiking in the Lower Hudson Valley, be on the lookout for two of the region’s newest...
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#TrailCam

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Cameo: Valley Foxes in Snow

The Scenic Hudson team uses cameras to help monitor our parks — but sometimes, wildlife makes a guest appearance. What...

Cameo: Valley Coyotes

The Scenic Hudson team uses cameras to help monitor our parks — but sometimes, wildlife makes a guest appearance. What...

Cameo: Valley Bears

The Scenic Hudson team uses cameras to help monitor our parks — but sometimes, wildlife makes a guest appearance. What...
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#PlantLife

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Serviceberry: A Feast for the Birds

The serviceberry can be found at the border of a forest, brightening the edges. The stirring of its petals marks...

As the Weather Warms, Which Perennials Will Thrive in the Hudson Valley?

Only every decade or so does the U.S. Department of Agriculture release the latest edition of the Plant Hardiness Zone...

The Tiny, Mossy Forest Below

Generous forests and elegant mountains might command your attention when you’re enjoying the Hudson Valley outdoors. But if you shift...
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#HappyTails

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The Dogs Who Day-Hike the Hudson Valley

Dogs are the only species in the animal kingdom that have evolved to the point of being considered man’s best...

The Valley’s Different Breed of Zoo

Sure, NYC offers world-caliber collections of wildlife like the Bronx Zoo — but the Hudson Valley is home to two...

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...
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