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Calendar of Events for the Hudson Valley’s Taconic Region
parks.ny.gov
Columbia, Dutchess, Putnam & Westchester Counties
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OLD CROTON AQUEDUCT // 914.693.5259 NATURE HERITAGE
Wednesday, Feb 2 10:00
Brick Tales: The Old Croton Aqueduct & Haverstraw Bricks, Dobbs Ferry
The Old Croton Aqueduct was a complex water distribution
system created for New York City between 1837 and 1842. This mostly
underground brick conduit was constructed with an estimated 6 million
bricks, made from Hudson River Valley clay. This lecture will explore the
history of brickmaking throughout the region with focus on the
Haverstraw brick yards. How did bricks make the Aqueduct possible and
what was the significance of this industry in the development of New
York City? Presenter: Rachel Whitlow, Director of the Haverstraw Brick Museum. Location of program:
Keeper’s House on the Old Croton Aqueduct, 15 Walnut St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522.
If weather permits, we will go for a walk along the Aqueduct after each presentation. Participants will be
asked to voluntarily wear a mask when indoors. Free KN95 masks will be provided to those who would like
one. Contact: laura.compagni@parks.ny.gov. Register in advance. Space is limited.
Weir Tour
Sunday, February 13, 2022 – 10:00AM
Meet at the benches in front of the Joseph Caputo Center, which is
located at 95 Broadway, Ossining, NY 10562, just west of Rte.
9/Highland Ave. at the junction of Croton Ave. (Rte. 133) (from
Metro-North Ossining Train Station by taxi or 15-minute uphill walk).
(Parking lots nearby) After a brief walk, descend into the Weir in
Ossining and explore the original 1842 brick water tunnel and learn
its history. Less than a half mile and two hours.
Required: pre-registration (limited number); masks, and social distancing.
Walk will be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate.
Register: https://aqueduct.org/events
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Meandering among the Mansions of
the Historic Millionaires
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 - 1:00pm
Take an after-lunch stroll on the Aqueduct Trail. Meet at
Irvington’s Town Hall at 85 Main Street, less than ½ mile
east up Main Street from the Irvington Metro-North train
station. Visit the Tiffany Reading Room, one of a handful of
Tiffany interiors. Meander north on the Old Croton
Aqueduct Trail (which intersects with Main Street) to
Lyndhurst and back, admiring architectural landmarks,
including the skeletal remains of a Lord & Burnham conservatory, and Hudson River views. Learn the history of
the Old Croton Aqueduct and the millionaires who lived along the Trail in the 1800’s. Four miles and 3-4 hours.
When you return to Main Street, if you would like to see more, you may choose to continue your walk south
(and back) on the Aqueduct to view more historic mansions.
Required: pre-registration (limited number); masks and social distancing.
Walk will be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate.
Register: https://aqueduct.org/events
Croton Reservoir & Dam Hike
Sunday, February 20, 2022 - 1:00pm
Easy, small group, open-air 2 mile/2
hour (total) loop hike north along
the Aqueduct and atop the beautiful
Croton Dam. Meet near the
restrooms at the rear (south end) of
the parking lot at Croton Gorge Park,
Rte. 129, Cortlandt, NY. 10567, GPS
Coordinates: 41°13′34”N
73°51′21”W . The leader of the hike
will discuss the history and
construction of the Old Croton
Aqueduct and the features of the
Croton Dam, the trailhead of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. The Aqueduct was completed in 1842 to supply
fresh water to a thirsty New York City. (From Metro-North Hudson Line Croton-Harmon Train Station: 15-
minute taxi.)
Required: pre-registration (limited number); masks; and social distancing.
Walk will be rescheduled if weather does not cooperate.
Register: https://aqueduct.org/events
ARTS NATURE
ROCKEFELLER STATE PARK PRESERVE // 914.631.1470
Rockefeller is a designated State Park Preserve. A Park Preserve is a protected area of importance for flora,
fauna, or features of geological or other special interest, which is reserved and managed for purposes of
conservation while also allowing for passive recreation such as walking, jogging, photography or wildlife viewing.
Come to Rockefeller to walk our trails/carriage roads, enjoy our magnificent trees, plants, and wildflowers - and
maybe get lucky and catch a glimpse of some of our animal residents including deer, fox, coyote, racoon, lots of
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birds (we are a recognized Audubon site), turtles, squirrels, chipmunks, trout, skunks, snakes, rabbits, and
maybe even bobcats! Please leave the picnic and park games at home. Thank you for your cooperation!
We follow NY State guidelines for COVID at all events.
Seeing Stars: Astrophotography Presentation
February 3 from 5 – 6 pm
Please join us for a presentation of astrophotography by Vinny
Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. Vinny will showcase
his work and describe the tools and techniques he uses to collect
stunning photographs of galaxies, star clusters, eclipses, and
more. There will be plenty of time for questions, so come
prepared! The presentation will take place in the Art Gallery at
the Visitor’s Center. Masks are required. Photo courtesy of
Vinny Coulehan.
Cost: $3 + Eventbrite fees. Max: 20 people.
www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
History of Rockwood Hall
February 5 from 11 am – 1 pm
Join Historian, David Teich, on an adventure into the past as
we explore Rockwood Hall and its rich history through
stories of the land and the people who called it home.
Former estate of William Rockefeller, this site boasts scenic
views overlooking the Hudson, lush forests, and remnants of
19th century luxuries. Leashed dogs are welcome. Bring
water to drink and wear comfortable shoes; the tour is about
3 miles roundtrip. This hike is at Rockwood Hall, DO NOT go
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to the main Preserve entrance. The parking lot is on Kendal Way off route 117, just after the intersection of
Phelps and Regeneron. If the lot is full, you may park in the Phelps garage (free).
Gather at the kiosk at the top of the hill across the street from the parking lot.
Rain date: February 12. Cost: $3 + Eventbrite fees. Max: 40 people.
www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
Hike with Mike: Pocantico Lake
February 12 from 9 am – 1 pm
Join Historian, Mike Miernik, for a six-mile hike to Pocantico
Lake and back. Learn about Pocantico Lake and how it
influences the amount of water in the Pocantico River and
Swan Lake areas of the Preserve. The hike will take three to
four hours, depending on conditions. We will move at a brisk
and steady pace, so dress in layers to avoid overheating and
make sure to bring water. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet
at the Visitor Center courtyard. In the event of heavy
rain/snow or temperatures in the teens, the hike will be canceled and a full refund will be issued; you will be
notified via email the day before. Cost: $3 + Eventbrite fees. Max: 20 people.
Photo courtesy of Michael Garber. www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
Birdwatching with the Saw Mill River Audubon Society
February 13 and 23 from 8 – 10 am
Get to know our feathered residents! Join experts from the Saw Mill River
Audubon Society on a bird walk around the Preserve. Great for all levels
of birding experience, beginners welcome! We typically go rain or shine
except if very low temperatures, heavy precipitation, or high winds are
forecasted and/or if travel is not advised. If so, you will receive a
cancelation email two hours before the scheduled walk. Completed
vaccination required. Bring a mask in case of close contact with other
visitors. Ages 8+.
Cost: FREE. Max: 20 people on Feb. 13 and 10 people on Feb. 23.
Photo courtesy of Bill Golden.
Please register at: https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org/register-trips/
Native Wildflower Seed Sowing Workshop
February 13 from 1 – 2:30 pm
Did you know that the middle of Winter is best time of the year to start
native wildflowers from seed for your garden? Join us for this hands-
on workshop with Flora Project Volunteer, Patty Butter, and Preserve
Steward, Devyani Mishra, to learn how to grow native wildflowers from
seed and bring home two containers sown with seeds to start. We will
discuss the ecological benefits of native wildflower gardens and
techniques for seed sowing and growing your own plants. Please bring
two clear plastic containers with lids to upcycle for this project (like
the ones that salad greens are sold in). The event will take place in the
Art Gallery at the Visitor’s Center. Masks are required. Ages 10+. No
pets please. Cost: $3 + Eventbrite fees. Max: 15 people.
Photo courtesy of Kim Fendrich. www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
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Full Moon Hike: “Snow Moon”
February 15 from 5 – 7 pm
>>Tickets available on February 3rd, 2022 at 10:00 am ET
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Deer and Their Place in the Ecosystem
February 20 from 11 am - 12 pm
Human influence on ecosystems in the northeastern United
States over the last several decades has led to severe ecological
imbalances. These imbalances worsen at a rate that exceeds the
adaptive response of our native fauna and flora. One result is
overpopulation of deer, which has led to excessive browsing or
feeding on vegetation. Join a discussion with our Naturalist, Josh
DiPaola, to learn more about how excessive browsing negatively
impacts the extant health and regeneration of our forests.
Management practices, as well as the efficacy and challenges of
such practices, will also be addressed and opened for discussion.
Cost: FREE, registration required via Eventbrite. Max: 20 people. Photo courtesy of Heidi Fuhrman.
PLEASE NOTE: If you reserve tickets and cannot attend, please cancel your reservation via Eventbrite so the
tickets may be made available to others who are wait-listed. Thank you!
www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
Living Comfortably: Postural Therapy (VIRTUAL)
February 21 from 11 am – 12 pm
As we brave the winter and the manage the sedentary lifestyle that
accompanies the cold, it becomes increasingly important to be
conscious of our posture and find ways to make ourselves more
comfortable. Join Postural Therapist, Joey Zimet, for a relaxing and
relieving group session (from the privacy of your own home) where you
will learn exercises to improve posture and function. These methods
are well-studied and based upon neuroscience, biomechanics, the
myofascial system, and other variables. Treat yourself to some
maintenance and self-care! This event is virtual; you will receive a link
to join via Zoom. You do not need to be on camera to participate.
Cost: FREE, registration required via Eventbrite. Max: 100 people.
PLEASE NOTE: If you reserve tickets and cannot attend, please cancel your reservation via Eventbrite so the
tickets may be made available to others who are wait-listed. Thank you!
www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
Sound Healing
February 27 from 4 – 5 pm
Sound is vibration. Vibration creates ripples in water. Our
bodies are made primarily of water. When you immerse
yourself in sound, you give the body an opportunity to heal on
a deeper level than would otherwise be accessible. Join
Kendra Valentine of Blackbird Healing for a therapeutic and
restorative sound healing experience. Envelop yourself in the
sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and a variety of
soothing instruments as you allow your mind to drift from an
active state to a relaxed and meditative state. Embark on a journey inward and awaken energy that is not serving
you; release it and make room for more positive energy to grow and support your well-being. The event will
take place in the Art Gallery at the Visitor’s Center. Masks are required. Please bring a pillow, blanket, and/or
yoga mat, and arrive 10 minutes early so you can settle in. To avoid disturbing the group, the door will be
locked at 4 pm. Latecomers will not be allowed to enter. Ages 10+. No pets please. Cost: $5 + Eventbrite fees.
Max: 15 people. Please note: sound healing is not a substitute for medical treatment or diagnosis.
www.RockefellerStateParkPreserve.org/events
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What’s going on in the gallery?
“Joy to the World” by Dorothy Gillespie
Enjoy the festive and creative expressions of Dorothy Gillespie
before it’s too late!
The exhibition will be displayed through the end of January 2022.
Gillespie is known for her vibrant and colorful works and has been
featured in exhibits around the world. She is perhaps most well-
known for her wild and brilliant sculptures of painted aluminum,
cut and shaped into ribbons, a technique she pioneered.
The exhibit is curated by Audrey Leeds.
The gallery will be closed during the month of February for
renovations but will resume regular hours of operation, from 9
am to 4:30 pm daily, come March. All are welcome, free of
charge.
COLUMBIA COUNTY
HERITAGE ARTS FAMILY NATURE
OLANA STATE HISTORIC SITE // 518.751.0344 EE
OLANA OUTDOOR + INDOOR TOURS
Olana State Historic Site’s 250-acre landscape
is free and open to all, every day from 8:00
AM to sunset.
Tours, indoors and outdoors: Friday – Sunday,
11:00am – 3:00pm
All tour participants are required to: Wear a
mask covering the mouth and nose during
indoor tours. Maintain social distance (six
feet) at all times.
To learn more and purchase tour tickets visit
www.olana.org.
The Olana Museum Store is open Friday -
Sunday, 11am-3pm.
OLANA EYE SKYCAM
Virtual visitors can experience the iconic view from
Olana's Studio Tower at any time and from around
the world at OLANA.org/OLANAEYE. Use the hashtag
#OLANAEYE on social media to share your amazing
screen captures. Follow us @olanashs
Listen to the newly launched Winter Solstice Mix, a selection of winter -inspired music, curated and
created by Basilica Hudson.
https://soundcloud.com/user-425075832/soundscape-for-olanas-solstice-basilica-hudsons-ode-to-the-
hudson-river?si=1a5523beddb3443e9f70b4de500abb3d
VIRTUAL TOURS
Learn about Frederic Church’s Olana and explore the 250-acre landscape from the comfort of your own home.
Virtual tours are available on the Olana website at https://www.olana.org/virtual-olana/
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History Gone Viral: Negotiating the Past through the Present
Thursday, February 3, 2022, 6:00 – 700pm
Join artist Valerie Hegarty and art historian Alexis L. Boylan for a virtual presentation and discussion about
how Hegarty’s recent work connects the past and present, incorporating and interrogating historical
narratives from the 19th century and beyond. Joined by art historian Alexis Boylan, Hegarty will examine how
her 2021 exhibition, Gone Viral, engages with our own contemporary history while drawing from her past
work and larger histories. Inspired by the artist’s personal journal entries from the onset of the COVID,
Hegarty’s work in Gone Viral grapples with the complexities of our current moment and the mythologies
associated with our past.
Alexis L. Boylan is the director of academic affairs of the University of Connecticut Humanities Institute (UCHI)
and professor with a joint appointment in the Art and Art History Department and the Africana Studies
Institute. She is currently the Coordinator of Seeing Truth: Art, Science, Museums, and Making Knowledge.
Valerie Hegarty is a Brooklyn-based artist who makes paintings, sculptures and installations that explore issues
of memory, place and history. Her work has been exhibited at The Brooklyn Museum, on the High Line, and at
MoMA PS1.
Olana After Hours is a virtual platform for lively conversations with interdisciplinary practitioners discussing
how their passions intersect with the ongoing story of Olana. Participants will be invited to join in the
conversation so be sure to bring your own questions. Each conversation will be hosted on Zoom. A link to the
program will be sent beforehand. $5 (FREE for Olana members).
Free First Weekend Wandering
Saturday, February 5, 12:00-1:00pm
Kickstart your month outdoors at Olana! Learn more about Olana
and its artist-designed landscape during hour long walking tours
beginning at the Wagon House Education Center at the historic
farm complex. Each tour will cover a different portion of Olana’s
250-acre landscape and 5 miles of carriage roads. This gentle walk
will cover about 1 mile; please wear weather-appropriate apparel
and comfortable footwear.
FREE. Limited capacity: Advance registration required.
For more information, please contact education@olana.org or call
(518) 751-6938.
CLERMONT STATE HISTORIC SITE // 518.537.4240 HERITAGE ARTS FAMILY NATURE
EE
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
11:00 AM
Winter of Weird: An Online Exhibition
Virtual, Facebook and Instagram
Winter of Weird Continues! Join Clermont’s staff as they highlight unusual, interesting, and quirky things
inside the mansion! Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through February 11th, this curated series of posts
will showcase objects the public never gets to see--- or things they might walk past without a second thought!
Saturday, February 12, 2022
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Clermont Crafts for Kids
Visitor Center
Kids can make and decorate history-themed crafts, make Valentines, or come up with their own creations
using Clermont’s craft supplies! Light instruction is offered, creativity is encouraged.
Please note: Masks are required to attend this event.
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The cost of the event is $5 per person. All adults must be accompanied by a child and all children must be
accompanied by an adult. Space is extremely limited. Visitors must register in advance at
https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events
Saturday, February 19, 2022
2:00 PM
"Substitutes, Servants and Soldiers: The Black Presence at New Windsor Cantonment"
Visitor Center
During the winter of 1782-1783, 7,500 Continental Army soldiers established a temporary camp at New
Windsor, New York. Among them were countless numbers of soldiers of African descent, who joined of their
own free will, or as substitutes for people who claimed ownership of them. Using documentary evidence, we'll
meet some of these remarkable soldiers and learn about their contributions at what would be the last
encampment of the American Revolutionary War.
Speaker's Biography: Matthew Thorenz is Local History Librarian, and Head of Reference and Adult Services at
the Moffat Library of Washingtonville. In addition to his work as a librarian and archivist, he is also an
independent historian, who worked as a museum educator at New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site for
7 years, when he conducted this research. Matthew received his BA in History and Anthropology from SUNY
New Paltz in 2010, and his Masters in Information Science from SUNY Albany in 2012. He has published several
articles on the American Revolution, and World War One in the Hudson Valley in the Hudson River Valley
Review Journal and in June 2020 he published his first book Images of America: Blooming Grove &
Washingtonville for Arcadia Publishing.
Please note: Masks are required to attend this event.
Space is extremely limited.
Visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events
Sunday, February 27, 2022
2:00 PM
Livingston Open Mic
Visitor Center
Did you know Chancellor Robert Livingston wrote a poem as well as being one of the drafters the Declaration
of Independence? Or that Alice Livingston wrote a winter story for her daughters? And that one of those
daughters wrote poetry of her own? Join one of Clermont’s interpreters as they tell the story behind these
pieces and share the written word of Clermont’s residents.
Please note: Masks are required to attend this event.
Space is extremely limited. Visitors must register in advance at https://www.friendsofclermont.org/events
DUTCHESS COUNTY
NATURE ART FAMILY HERITAGE
STAATSBURGH STATE HISTORIC SITE // 845.889.8851 E
February 4 – 27, 10am – 3pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday;
also Monday, February 27, President’s Day
MANSION TOURS
Mansion tours by advance reservation only. See the magnificent Gilded Age home of Ruth Livingston Mills,
decorated with its original furnishings. To make reservations: www.bookeo.com/StaatsburghSHSCost:
$8/Adults, $6/Seniors & Students, Children 12 & under are free.
To register for Staatsburgh tours, please visit Explore Staatsburgh’s Beautiful Grounds
https://millsfriends.org/ Along the Hudson River
Self-Guided Walking Tour
NYS OPRHP PROFILE
RAY DOHERTY
Park Operations Manager
Taconic Region
Tell us about where you grew up and what your family life was like? I was born in Queens, New York City. I
am the eldest of four children, having one sister, Diana, and two brothers, Dennis and Michael. My father, Ray
Sr., was in the Insurance Industry and he would be assigned to work in different areas on the east and west
coasts. Before returning to work in banking my mom, Marcella, stayed at home raising the children. After my
earliest years in New York City the family moved to New Jersey and we lived at the Jersey Shore near Point
Pleasant. In 1963 my dad was transferred to Los Angeles and we lived in the Orange County seaside
community of Huntington Beach, returning to New Jersey in 1970. I graduated from Glen Ridge High School in
1976 and returned to California to attend Reedley College earning a degree in Parks and Forestry. My parents
conveyed to the children that they should always try to do the right thing. To be thoughtful, caring and helpful
to those in need. To be kind and respectful to everyone.
What kind of work have you done for New York State Parks?
I have been the Park Operations Manager, previously known as
the General Park Manager, for the Taconic Region since 2010.
In this position I have worked with all the Parks and Historic
Sites in the region helping to plan, direct and coordinate facility
operations. I came to the region in 2001 as the Park Manager at
Taconic State Park in Copake Falls supervising the day-to-day
administration of the 8,000-acre park whose main activities are
camping, swimming, hiking, and day use. I started my career
with OPRHP in 1993 in the New York City Region as a Park
Supervisor at Riverbank State Park in upper Manhattan, moving
to Harriman State Park in the Palisades Region and then
Ray & family in Half Moon Bay, California returning to NYC becoming a Park Manager at Roberto
Clemente State Park in the Bronx.
What are you most proud of accomplishing here with NYS Parks? I believe, as I think all our staff do, that we
are here to assist all the visitors who come to our parks. At the end of the day, if we were able to help provide
an enjoyable experience to our visitors, we have had success. It has been rewarding to be connected to all the
facilities and all the staff with whom I’ve had the pleasure of working. The time I spent in the NYC region was
particularly gratifying as you could really see the positive impact Parks made on the community every day. I
have been in the Taconic Region for over 20 years, raising my two children at Taconic State Park. It has been a
wonderful place for my daughter, Lindsay and son, Brian to grow up. They are both now pursuing
environmental careers.
What experiences have you had that are unusual or unique? Straight out of College I went to work for the US
Forest Service on the Sierra National Forest in California. I didn’t know what I would be assigned to do,
recreation, wildlife, timber? When I reported that first day, they looked at me and said OK, you go here; I was
assigned to Forest Fire duty as a member of the Sierra Hotshot Crew for 3 years before being assigned to the
Sierra Helitack Crew for 2 years. Hotshots are 20 member crews that construct fireline on some of the most
difficult areas of large forest fires. Helitack teams are smaller crews that are usually the first to arrive at
remote forest fires by helicopter, knocking the fires down and slowing them down until reinforcements arrive.
These assignments took me to some of the largest wildland fires throughout the United States. ForestRay Doherty continued… 11. Firefighting then led me to a fulfilling 10-year stint with a municipal Fire Department in the NYC metropolitan area. I realized my heart was in Parks and Forestry and after taking NYS Civil Service exams I landed positions with OPRHP. What inspired you to work for the agency? I think that many times fate leads us to where we are. My parents were city folks so camping to them was renting a trailer and towing it to a park or staying in a bungalow. But they did like to travel and take us kids to see interesting things and special places. They took us to National, State and Local Parks and Beaches across the country. Love is a family of six driving across the country in a sedan with no air conditioning to go to the Grand Canyon and California. I grew up going to Jones Beach, Bear Mountain, the Catskills and many other parks in New York frequently. My parents had a great influence on my career in public service with Parks. I was also a Boy Scout for 10 years and that is where I really developed a love for nature and the outdoors. Years later after I started to fight forest fires, I remembered a time as a kid living near the Pine Barrens in New Jersey. There was a forest fire; Dad and I had to hose down the roof as Fire Units fought the blaze. Never thought of that until years later while working on a forest fire as a young adult. That is fate. Do you have a memorable park event you’d like to share? The first Park Commission Meeting I was invited to attend was at the Beacon Institute Building on Main St. in Beacon. We were meeting in the back room when we heard folk music and children singing drifting in from the public space at the front of the building. Somebody mentioned how nice it was and I said that’s Pete Seeger; I had seen him perform before at the Bardavon Theatre in Poughkeepsie. Sure enough, it was Pete and he was invited to join the meeting. He came back and was very cordial and at one point he said that he was going to donate his Beacon mountainside property to the State Park. Everybody thought that was a great idea but I heard later that his wife Toshi had not been consulted about Pete’s generous offer and the property remained in the family. Quite funny. I then met Mr. Seeger again at the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Parks Opening Weekend and had the privilege to be his State Parks Escort to the center of the Bridge where he performed “This Land Is Your Land” with, of course, the large crowd joining in and singing along. That was a very memorable moment. North Lake Tahoe, Nevada
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WINTER GEOCACHING SERIES: Now through APRIL 18, 2022
The Taconic region is excited to be hosting the 4th Annual Taconic Winter Geocaching series.
Geocaching is a go at your own pace outdoor treasure hunt to explore New York State Parks
and hone your detective skills while searching for hidden caches and logging your finds. Join
the fun while enjoying the fresh air and exploring New York State Parks.
Where: Clarence Fahnestock State Park, James Baird State Park, Mills-Norrie State Park, and Lake
Taghkanic State Park.
How: Visit www.geocaching.com for more information on geo-caching and create your account
today!
NEW YORK STATE PARKS—TACONIC REGION FACILITY LOCATIONS & PHONE NUMBERS
Please contact the park/site for information regarding fees & availability
STATE PARKS STATE HISTORIC SITES
Clarence Fahnestock Memorial Clermont
Carmel (845) 225-7207 Germantown (518) 537-4240
Fahnestock Winter Park John Jay Homestead
Administration (845) 225-7207 Katonah (914) 232-5651
Snow conditions (845) 225-3998 Olana
Franklin D. Roosevelt Hudson (518) 828-0135
Yorktown Heights (914) 245-4434 Philipse Manor Hall
Hudson Highlands Yonkers (914) 965-4027
Peekskill to Beacon (845) 225-7207 Staatsburgh
James Baird Staatsburg (845) 889-8851
Pleasant Valley (845) 452-1489
Lake Taghkanic EDUCATION/NATURE CENTERS
Ancram (518) 851-3631 Taconic Outdoor Education Center
Margaret Lewis Norrie/ (OPRHP) By Group Reservations Only
Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills (Mills- Cold Spring (845) 265-3773
Norrie) Norrie Point Environmental Center (DEC)
Staatsburg (845) 889-4646 Staatsburg (845) 889-4745
Rockefeller Preserve
Pleasantville (914) 631-1470 STATE HISTORIC PARKS
Taconic/Copake Falls Old Croton Aqueduct
Copake Falls (518) 329-3993 Dobbs Ferry (Park Office) (914) 693-5259
Taconic/Rudd Pond Walkway Over the Hudson
Millerton (518) 789-3059 Highland/Poughkeepsie (845) 834-2867
Wonder Lake
Kent/Patterson (845) 225-7207 PROPERTIES OWNED BY NYSOPRHP AND
MANAGED BY NON-PROFITS
STATE GOLF COURSES Bannerman Island
Dinsmore Beacon, (845) 831-6346
Staatsburg (845) 889-4071 Clinton House State Historic Site
James Baird Poughkeepsie, (845) 471-1630
Pleasant Valley (845) 452-1489 Jay Heritage Center
Rye, (914) 698-9275
Bannerman Island Beacon,
(845) 831-6346 Clinton House
Note: The historic houses at John Jay Homestead and Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Sites
State areSite
Historic currently closed for
renovations. Grounds are open at John Jay. Poughkeepsie, (845) 471-1630 Jay
Heritage Center Rye,
(914) 698-9275
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