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Hudson Highlands Land Trust
November 2012 |
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Coming Events
Nov 9 A Luminous Evening
HHLT's Annual Fall Cocktail Benefit New York, NY
Nov 11
Squirrels,
presented by
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Hubbard Lodge, Fahnestock State Park
Cold Spring, NY
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Hudson Highlands Land Trust
P.O. Box 226
20 Nazareth Way
Garrison, NY 10524
845/424-3358
info@hhlt.org |
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 HHLT's 3rd Annual Cocktail Benefit Celebrates the Brilliance of Nature
Join us in New York City on Friday, November 9, for
A Luminous Evening, including a private museum tour and intimate cocktail party.
The evening begins at 5:00pm with a very special private tour of the Creatures of Light exhibit on bioluminescence at the American Museum of Natural History. After the tour, it is a short and pleasant walk to the Central Park West home of hosts Bonnie and Terry Turner, where an evening of sparkling conversation and delightful refreshments await.
You can view the digital invitation here. Space is limited, please reserve early. To purchase tickets contact us at info@hhlt.org or 845/424-3358 x4. |
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 Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Workshop Series Continues
Squirrels are the topic for Sunday, Nov. 11, at 2pm.
Families will be entertained as they learn fascinating facts about squirrels--those nuts of the forest. A Museum environmental educator will talk about their natural history and amazing adaptations. After the presentation, participants will take a short, guided hike in search of their habitats and make a simple squirrel feeder to take home.
The series, a partnership between HHLT and the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, brings museum experts to Hubbard Lodge (2880 Rte 9) in Cold Spring. Hubbard Lodge is on Rte. 9, about 2/10 of a mile north of the intersection of Rte. 9 and Rte. 301. If you are traveling North on Rte. 9, the entrance sign is on the right.
The region's largest mammals, bears, are the subject for the next workshop on Sunday, December 2, at 2pm. Workshops are recommended for adults with or without children, and for children ages 5 and up. Admission fees for all programs support the care of the Museum's animals at the Wildlife Education Center in Cornwall. Admission is $7/adult and $5/child (Museum Members: $5/adult, $3/child). Visit hhnaturemuseum.org for more information, or call 845-534-5506 x204.
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 NY/NJ Trail Conference Looking for Popolopen Bridge Volunteers
Extra hands are needed to replace the Popolopen Gorge Bridge, washed out by Hurricane Irene last year. The work days are expected to be interesting, fun and rewarding. Visit their website for more information.
Contact Larry Wheelock for more information and to register your interest in helping, indicating your tentative availability over the next three weeks: wheelock@nynjtc.org or 201/512-9348 x16.
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 Thank You Volunteers!
Over the years, HHLT has been able to count on the generosity of scores of volunteers, and 2012 has been no exception. Participants in our Take-A-Hike! programs, From Peas to Bees community forum and River of Words summer workshops benefited from community members who shared their interests and expertise. Set-up, registration and food service at events like the Family Festival ran smoothly thanks to a battalion of willing workers. Clerical projects and the move to our new office were made easier through the assistance of some very organized and business-savvy volunteers.
We are extremely grateful for your generosity, and thank you all for your time and support. If you're interested in volunteering, please email info@hhlt.org or call 845/424-3358 x4.
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November is a good month for bird watching.
Birders can see their quarry easily in leafless trees, and the numbers of winter birds in the valley swell. Chickadees, titmice, and nuthatches, paired off for the summer to raise families, gather together again in mixed flocks, clustering around well-supplied bird feeders. Feeding birds provides great birdwatching opportunities in your own backyard. Click here for 10 tips to help migrating birds. |
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The Hudson Highlands Land Trust is a community-based, non-profit land conservation organization dedicated to the protection of the natural resources, rural character and scenic beauty of the Hudson Highlands. |
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