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All Downhill From Here: Hudson Valley Ski Resort Updates for the 2020 Season

This winter already has several large snowfalls under its belt. Want to make the most of the powder? Here’s an update on what’s new slopeside at the region’s ski resorts.

By Phillip Pantuso Jan 1, 2020

Tags: skiing outdoor sports snowboarding ski resorts Hunter Mountain Resort Belleayre Mountain Catamount Ski Area (Seasonal) Windham Mountain Ski Resort Mount Peter Ski Area, in the Bear's Den Plattekill Mountain

Gear Up: A Gift Guide for the Outdoor Enthusiast

Six Hudson Valley outfitters—Mountain Tops Outfitters, Potter Brothers, TRT Bicycles, Rock and Snow, Esopus Creel Fly Fishing, and Old Souls—share their holiday season gift picks for the outdoor enthusiasts on your list.

By Phillip Pantuso Dec 1, 2019

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In the Crosshairs: Hudson Valley Hunters

As the popularity of hunting declines and the deer population soars, we look at a cross-section of local hunters who are sticking by the sport.

By Phillip Pantuso Nov 1, 2019

Tags: outdoor hunting culling deer

Hudson Valley Waterfalls to Check Out on Your Next Hike

Pair peak leaf season with any of these six waterfall hikes for a beautiful fall afternoon. waterfalls to hike to, place to hike near me, waterfalls near me

By Ian Halim Oct 1, 2019

Tags: Waterfalls hiking hudson valley kaaterskill falls glen falls ice box falls indian brook falls stony kill halls high falls

Healing on the Farm

Building a Safe Haven on TevaLand Sanctuary Farm

TevaLand Sanctuary Farm, nestled on 16 acres in Hillburn, NY off the historic Stag Hill, offers a one-hour Precious Moments With Nature Experience by reservation which includes time with their animals, as well as reiki healing and a gong bath in an open-air tent situated among the trees, as a stream flows gently beneath you.

By Medea Giordano Sep 26, 2019

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4 Hudson Valley Towns Just A Train Ride Away

Grab a window seat (perfect for maximum leaf peepage) and an off-peak ticket and take yourself a day (or weekend) trip to any of these Hudson Valley towns just a train ride away. While enroute, download the free Hudson River Train Tour App for more information about the sights and stories of the valley.

By Anne Pyburn Craig Sep 16, 2019

Tags: car-free Hudson Valley day trips leaf peeping MetroNorth railway Hudson Line Hudson Valley destinations Web Only

Wild Earth's Fall Events for Mindful Nature-Lovers of All Ages (Sponsored)

Founded in 2004, Wild Earth continues to provide programs that send children and adults “into the woods and off the trails” to engage with the environment, learn wilderness skills, connect with friends and mentors, and develop their creative side. We’ve rounded up a few of their exciting fall programs for kids and adults designed to keep attendees connected to themselves, their peers, and the earth with empowering outdoor experiences that foster gratitude, respect, and stewardship.

By Wild Earth Sep 5, 2019

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A Guide to Hudson Valley Rail Trails

These four day-trip itineraries take you through town and country, showcasing the Hudson Valley’s natural and cultural splendors.

By Phillip Pantuso Sep 1, 2019

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Take a Swing at These Great Hudson Valley Mini-Golf Locations

Whether it’s date night or an excuse to get the kids out of the house, mini-golf is always an easy way to spark some friendly competition while enjoying the summer weather. These mini-golf locations present a wide range of aesthetics from classic moat and plastic castle-adorned, family friendly to boozy, bougie, or crunchy with a playful twist.

By Charlotte Katz Aug 29, 2019

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6 Superior Sunset and Stargazing Spots in the Hudson Valley

While the Hudson Valley offers endless locations to hike your heart out during the day, sometimes you don’t have the time or energy to plan such a trip. Sometimes it’s nicer to wait for the heat to dissipate, and take a short stroll for a sunset and the stars.Here is our pick of the Hudson Valley’s best spots to stop by and watch the daylight die (in no particular order).

By Max Freebern Aug 15, 2019

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7 Historic Sites and Abandoned Ruins to Explore in the Hudson Valley

Abandoned homes, rusted-out industrial facilities, crumbling caverns, and neglected towns wither all around us, but there is something about their rotting wood, moss-covered stones, and drooping façades that strike our imaginations aflame.This list of historic sites and abandoned ruins represents a small sample of the aging gems you can explore in the Hudson Valley—and they portray a rich and tumultuous history.

By Kimberly Marshall Aug 8, 2019

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Only a Day Away

Fostering Hope and Healing at Tomorrow, Tomorrow Animal Sanctuary in Hudson

Michael Bucci, founder of Tomorrow, Tomorrow Animal Sanctuary in Hudson has accomplished his goal of transforming the farm he bought decades ago into a sanctuary for rescued animals, with a current occupancy of 20 horses, more than 40 goats, 15 cats, and a few dogs and chickens that also works with children and adults with disabilities. Now, he's looking for the next generation of compassionate animal-lovers to carry on his work.

By Audrey Brand Aug 7, 2019

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