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Definitely Spring

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Photo taken in Petersburgh by Trix Niernberger.
Photo taken in Petersburgh by Trix Niernberger.

Wood frogs are hopping, quacking and laying eggs in the vernal pools of the area. This one sparkles in the sun as it swims. [/private]

Lace Up And Run For A Cure

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The Fourth Annual “Lace up for a Cure” 5K Run/Walk is on Saturday, April 16. Start time is 9 am at Wood Memorial Park on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Prizes awarded to the top female and male runners. Register early for a chance to win a gift certificate ($10-$50 value) and save time on race day. The Kids’ Fun Run starts right afterthe 5K Run/Walk.
Registration fees are $25 by April 10, and $30 after; the the Kids’ Fun Run is $7. Registration forms available at Charity’s Hair Studio, Village Primary Care, or by emailing gyonconish@roadrunner.com.

Upcoming Events At Grafton Lakes State Park

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Saturday, April 2 – Four Legged Friends Hike at 10 am.  Will your pup find the first flowers of Spring?  Join us to find out what’s new in the park and meet some new dog pals for your pup. Meets at north end of main playground and will head out on a 2 mile hike. All dogs must be on a 6’ leash. Please rsvp: 279-1155. [Read more…] about Upcoming Events At Grafton Lakes State Park

Sustaining The Hudson Valley

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Rensselaer Plateau Alliance invites the community to a film screening of Sustaining this Place on April 14 at the Sand Lake Town Hall.  Produced by Skidmore College Professor and RPA Board member Rik Scarce, this film presents the stories of farmers, community activists, landscape architects, elected officials, distillers, corporate executives, and others who understand that a lasting, livable tomorrow begins with them and the organizations they create. [Read more…] about Sustaining The Hudson Valley

Dyken Pond Events, Spring 2016

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Wilderness Craft Series: David Muska, a licensed NYS Wilderness Guide and Wilderness Skills Instructor with over 20 years of backpacking experience from Ondatra Adventures, will be instructing a four-part Wilderness Craft Series at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center.  The first two programs will be on April 2 and April 9 from 10 am to 3 pm. Learn how to make coal burned bowls and spoons on April 2 and natural fibers and cordage from the landscape on April 9.  [Read more…] about Dyken Pond Events, Spring 2016

Dyken Pond Summer Outdoor Learning Adventure: Registration For 2016 Programs Now Open

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The natural world is filled with mystery and beauty.  One can spend a lifetime exploring any one of its many secrets.  The Summer Outdoor Learning Adventure will kindle interest and spark curiosity about the natural world in which we live.  Each one-week session will offer age-appropriate activities in outdoor living skills, ecology, plants and wildlife.  Each day will be an exciting blend of fun and learning taught through games, crafts, hikes, and hands-on discoveries.  [Read more…] about Dyken Pond Summer Outdoor Learning Adventure: Registration For 2016 Programs Now Open