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SUMMARY:Spring Biodiversity Trail Walk
DESCRIPTION:Where: Hawthorne Valley Farm\, 327 Route 21c\, Ghent\, NY 12075 \nThis is the second in the four-part Seasons on the Biodiversity Trail guided walk series. The walk will be co-led by Anna (from the Farmscape Ecology Program) and Spencer (from the Hawthorne Valley Farm) and will provide an opportunity to observe spring happenings on the new Biodiversity Trail that traverses hillside pasturelands at Hawthorne Valley. \nThe walk is free\, but space is limited\, so interested participants should register by emailing Anna Duhon: anna@hawthornevalleyfarm.org.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/spring-biodiversity-trail-walk/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Flower Walk at Hand Hollow Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:We have a limited number of spots available for a Spring Flower Walk in New Lebanon that is being coordinated in partnership with the New Lebanon Community Events Committee. Josie and Anna will lead this walk at the Hand Hollow Conservation Area. Participants will see how spring is progressing in diverse habitats in the landscape\, including an ancient forest habitat adjacent to younger forest. This is a great opportunity to welcome back spring flowers\, learn how to recognize different species\, and discover some of the special qualities of ancient forests. Because many of the spots for this free walk have been filled through outreach by the New Lebanon Community Events Committee\, we have only a limited number of spots reserved for those on our mailing list\, but will also keep a waiting list in case of cancellations. If you are interested in registering\, please email Anna Duhon: anna@hawthornevalleyfarm.org
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/spring-flower-walk-at-hand-hollow-conservation-area/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T103000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T164004Z
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SUMMARY:Hawthorne Valley Farm Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Laura and Hawthorne Valley’s Spencer Crawford (who was recently interviewed on the podcast Beakuency) for a morning bird walk around Hawthorne Valley Farm. Spring migration is well underway\, and we hope to see many exciting species returning to their breeding grounds or passing through. Please email lstark@hawthornevalley.org to register; space is limited.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/hawthorne-valley-farm-bird-walk/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260429T164407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T164407Z
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SUMMARY:Taghkanic Talk: Birds and Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Where: Taghkanic Fire House 631 Old Rte 82\, West Taghkanic\, 12521 \nAs part of the Taghkanic Talks series\, hosted by the Taghkanic Climate Smart and Conservation Advisory Committees\, Conrad Vispo and Will Yandik will be presenting “How to Identify\, Conserve and Create Habitat for Columbia County’s Butterflies and Birds.” Please RSVP at rsvp@taghkanic.org.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/taghkanic-talk-birds-and-butterflies/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260429T164916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T135002Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Meadow Work Day at the Forge Project
DESCRIPTION:DATE CHANGE TO FRIDAY\, MAY 15th \nJoin us for a meadow-tending session at the Forge Project in Ancram\, NY\, a local organization centered around amplifying Indigenous voices through art\, education\, and land revitalization. FEP has been involved in the transitioning of the former agricultural fields and traditionally landscaped areas around their buildings into native meadows and shrublands that will feature native and culturally significant species. During this event\, you can expect to learn some of the native plants we try to support and help remove invasives. There will be two introductions or sessions\, at 4pm and 5:30pm. You can sign up for either session\, or stay for both! Please RSVP with the Forge Project to receive directions. \n 
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/spring-meadow-work-day-at-the-forge-project/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260429T131735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T131735Z
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SUMMARY:Spring in the Orchard at Lindenwald (Tours)
DESCRIPTION:Tours at 10:15\, 11:15\, 1:15\, and 2:15 \nIn the second of a monthly 6-part Seasons at Lindenwald series facilitated by the Farmscape Ecology Program\, Anna and Kyle will be leading tours of the recently restored historic orchard at Lindenwald highlighting spring happenings\, including in two second-year native wildflower plots within the orchard. The tours will provide an opportunity to learn how Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program biologists are working to monitor the ecology of the organically managed orchard over time\, including the impact on pollinators and other insects. Participants will also have an opportunity to closely observe the young apple and pear trees and learn about what historical records tell us about these varieties\, and when they were flowering\, during Martin Van Buren’s time. No registration is needed and people are welcome to stop by for any of the tour times.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/spring-in-the-orchard-at-lindenwald-tours/
LOCATION:Martin Van Buren National Historic Site\, 1013 Old Post Road\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T135717Z
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SUMMARY:Forge Project Meadow Work Day
DESCRIPTION:The Farmscape Ecology Program will lead a Spring Meadow Work Day at Forge Project on Thursday\, June 4th. Introductions will be led at 4:15pm and 5:45pm\, and while participants are required to sign up for one session\, they are welcome to stay for both. \nThe Farmscape Ecology Program has been involved in the transitioning of the former agricultural fields and traditionally landscaped areas into native meadows and shrublands that will feature native and culturally significant species. Guests can expect to learn some of the native plants we try to support and help remove invasives. This is a seasonal opportunity to participate hands-on in some of the remediation work happening onsite and learn how you can fold simple restoration practices into your own home spaces and gardens. \nBasic plant identification will be led by the Farmscape Ecology Program team\, and Paloma Wake\, Forge Project Operations Director\, will share about some of the shifts happening throughout the land at Forge Project and the organization’s ongoing relations with the Stockbridge Munsee Band of Mohicans\, the homeland people who this land belongs to and who belong to this land. \nGuests are asked to bring their own gardening gloves and hand tools if possible (for example a digging fork\, dandelion digger\, hand clippers\, weed wrench); a water bottle; and a willingness to work together. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Forge Project. \nInterested participants should plan to register on the Forge Project website:  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-meadow-work-day-tickets-1986819496598?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/forge-project-meadow-workday/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260601T132342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132342Z
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SUMMARY:Linden Flowers and Other Phenology at Lindenwald (Tours)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 13th\, Tours at 10:15\, 11:15\, and 2:15 at Martin Van Buren National Historic Site (1013 Old Post Road\, Kinderhook\, NY) \nAnna will lead guided walks featuring the late-spring flowers and fruits seen along the “Phenology Trail” at Lindenwald\, including the fragrant\, late-flowering American Basswoods (“Lindens”) for which Lindenwald was named. Park staff have been monitoring the timing of flowering\, leafing\, fruiting\, and other life cycle events—also known as phenology—for 10 different species of trees and shrubs at the site since 2021\, as part of the USA National Phenology Network. Tours will explore the history of phenology in Kinderhook during Martin Van Buren’s time\, observe current happenings like the flowering Lindens\, and learn how phenology monitoring provides important insights into the impact of climate change on local plants and animals
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/linden-flowers-and-other-phenology-at-lindenwald-tours/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T233000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260601T132424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T132451Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator talk at Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 20th\, 10:30 -11:30 am in Hyde Park\, NY\nFollow this link to get tickets: https://www.viewcy.com/event/wild_pollinators_div \nWild Pollinators: Diversity\, Natural History\, and Conservation\nPollinator diversity and natural history are spectacular and easily observable wherever you find flowering plants. Join FEP biologist Kyle Bradford for a talk that provides an overview of some of our pollinating animals and offers a deeper dive into wild bees\, their natural history\, and conservation. Weather permitting\, we will go out into the Beatrix Farrand Garden to observe bees and other pollinators up close.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/pollinator-talk-at-beatrix-farrand-garden-at-bellefield/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T093000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260623T154221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T191528Z
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SUMMARY:The Understory Morning Coffee Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Ancient Forests of Columbia County\, NY: Perspectives from Ants\, Plants\, and Fungi \nJoin Kyle to hear the latest on our ancient forest research. While not necessarily “old-growth\,” ancient forests have never been completely cleared for agriculture or had their soils homogenized by the plow. In a largely forested landscape\, it is not always easy to distinguish between an ancient forest and a younger\, post-agricultural forest\, making our oldest forests susceptible to logging\, development\, and loss. As a first step in ancient forest conservation\, the Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program has mapped ancient forest in Columbia County. Over the last two years\, we have been studying the biodiversity and forest characteristics of ancient forests and post-agricultural forests. This talk will give an update on what we have found and discuss the potential conservation benefits of ancient forests and how you can be involved in their protection. Please register for the event here.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/the-understory-morning-coffee-webinar/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260623T151710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T130502Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Kinderhook Pine Barren Walk
DESCRIPTION:This event is canceled\, with hopes of rescheduling\, because the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is closed to allow ongoing clean-up from the July 2 storm that damaged many trees.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/kinderhook-pine-barren-walk/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T170000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260621T180324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T180354Z
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SUMMARY:Meadow Walk at Overmountain Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer another opportunity to visit one of our favorite seeded wildflower meadows this year. \nPollinator Meadow Exploration at Overmountain Cons. Area\nMonday\, July 20\, 3 to 5pm; 138 Cattalino Rd\, Ancramdale\, NY \nJoin researchers from the Farmscape Ecology Program for an exploration of a pollinator meadow seeded by volunteers in the autumn of 2019 on a former corn field at Overmountain Conservation Area in Ancram. Which native plants were seeded? Who are the native (and non-native) plants growing in the meadow now\, during its 7th season? Which pollinators visit their flowers? What have we learned from monitoring the vegetation development and insects in the meadow over the years? \nThis free event is sponsored by the Columbia Land Conservancy. Please register with fep@hawthornevalleyfarm.org or call 518-672-7994 to reserve a space and receive directions. Rain date: Wednesday\, July 22.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/meadow-walk-at-overmountain-conservation-area/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260621T182238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T182309Z
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SUMMARY:FEP Display at the Blueberry Festival in Austerlitz
DESCRIPTION:Please visit the Farmscape Ecology Program table at the 25th Annual Blueberry Festival at Old Austerlitz on Sunday\, July 26th\, 9am-3pm rain or shine. This is a large community event with early 19th century craft demonstrations\, antiques\, artists\, wares\, children’s activities\, live music and blueberry pancakes. Our team will be there with interactive displays about nature in Columbia County. We are looking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/fep-display-at-the-blueberry-festival-in-austerlitz/
LOCATION:Old Austerlitz\, 11550 State Route 22\, Austerlitz\, NY\, 12017
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T130000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260724T140513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T141130Z
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SUMMARY:Farmscape Ecology Field Day at the Hudson Valley Farm Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join us and our colleagues from the Applied Farmscape Ecology Research Collaborative to learn about and discuss the different research projects that occur at the Farm Hub. This event is for farmers\, conservation professionals\, land managers\, and others interested in on-farm ecology to learn about the different research projects that occur at the Farm Hub and discuss their applications. We will host interactive stations\, share insights into our projects\, and discuss their potential applications for farms and land in the region. Come with your questions and engage! \nFeaturing Research on: \n\nOn-farm Insect Communities by Conrad Vispo\, Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program\nSeeded Wildflower Meadows by Claudia Knab-Vispo\, Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program\nSoil Invertebrates in Native Meadows by Laura Stark\, Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program\nOn-farm Birds and Their Year-Round Habitat Use by Anne Bloomfield\, Hudson Valley Farm Hub\nSoil Microbes in Relation to Agriculture by Gabriel Perron\, Bard College\nWood Turtles on Farms by Jason Tesauro\, Hudsonia\nBats on Farms by Amanda Bevan Zientek\, Independent Researcher\nWater Quality and Quantity in Agricultural Systems by Shafiul Chowdhury\, SUNY New Paltz\nCover Crop as Habitat for Winter Birds by Will Yandik\, Independent Researcher\, Farmer\n\nThis event will be free but has limited capacity and will require registration with the Hudson Valley Farm Hub. \nRain Date is Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/farmscape-ecology-field-day-at-the-hudson-valley-farm-hub-2/
LOCATION:Hudson Valley Farm Hub\, 1875 Hurley Mountain Rd\, Hurley\, NY\, 12443
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T200000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260724T135452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T154231Z
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SUMMARY:Slow Wood Talk by Brian Donahue
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation from Brian Donahue\, forest historian\, farmer\, and author. Brian is Brandeis professor emeritus of American Environmental Studies and co-author of the reports A New England Food Vision\, Beyond the Illusion of Preservation\, and Wildlands\, Woodlands\, Farmlands and Communities. He is also co-editor of the free e-journal\, From the Ground Up. Brian has devoted much of his career to understanding the historical roots and future implications of human/nature interactions in New England. Specifically\, he and his colleagues have explored the links among community well-being\, sustainable natural resource use\, and nature conservation\, focusing particularly on agriculture and forestry. \nIn this talk\, Brian will discuss his most recent book\, Slow Wood: Greener Building from Local Forests (2024)\, which documents his experience building a timber frame home from the wood growing on his family farm through the stories of the trees he used while practicing “worst first” forestry. The book also explores the history of Americans’ relationship with their forests. Practicing ecological forestry produces a wide range of both low-grade and high-grade wood while maintaining ecological values in the forest\, but it cannot easily compete with larger-scale plantation and short-rotation production and processing\, which saturates the market. Brian will address some of the obstacles we face in increasing ecological\, local wood use\, and the opportunities and levers for overcoming those obstacles. \nParking: Waldorf school parking lot across from the Farm Store \nTalk location: The Learning Center @ 327 Rte 21C\, Ghent\, NY 12075 on the Farm Store side of the road (Between Main House and the barn/CSA pick-up\, signage will be posted)
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/slow-wood-talk-by-brian-donahue/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Valley Learning Center\, 327 County Route 21C\, Ghent\, NY\, 12075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260807T134641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T134641Z
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SUMMARY:Taghkanic Talks: Panel Discussion on Meadow Making and Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion on meadow making and management with Barbara Hughey (Land Stewardship Design)\, Deborah Wren (New Leaf Eco Landscaping)\, Linda Reardon (meadow owner)\, and Claudia Knab-Vispo (Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program) facilitated by Timothy Kennelty.\nThis event is part of the “Taghkanic Talks\,” a program developed by the Taghkanic Climate Smart and Conservation Advisory Committees to host public presentations on a variety of topics of interest to the Taghkanic community and beyond. No registration required.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/taghkanic-talks-panel-discussion-on-meadow-making-and-management/
LOCATION:Taghkanic Fire House\, 631 Old Rte 82\, West Taghkanic\, NY\, 12521\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T120000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260731T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T204112Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Biodiversity Trail Walk
DESCRIPTION:This is the third walk in the four-part Seasons on the Biodiversity Trail guided walk series. The walk will be co-led by Anna (from the Farmscape Ecology Program) and Spencer (from the Hawthorne Valley Farm) and will explore summer’s agricultural rhythms and ecological highlights on the new Biodiversity Trail that traverses hillside pasturelands at Hawthorne Valley. \nWalk participants will have the opportunity to hear firsthand about Hawthorne Valley’s dairy herd and pasture management from the Co-Director of Hawthorne Valley Farm\, Spencer Fenniman. They will also get to see the late-summer flowering plants along the trail and hear more about the wild organisms who share this agricultural landscape. \nThe walk is free\, but space is limited\, so interested participants should register by emailing Anna Duhon: anna@hawthornevalleyfarm.org.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/summer-biodiversity-trail-walk/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260724T140708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T141222Z
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SUMMARY:Historical Weather Day at Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
DESCRIPTION:Join the Farmscape Ecology Program as they set up their historical weather station display for an “historical weather day” at the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site. The weather station display will feature antique and replica weather instruments\, predominantly from the 19th century. The event will be an opportunity to learn about and interact with these early weather instruments\, many of which were manufactured and/or used locally. Some such tools were part of a 19th century meteorological network throughout New York State that included sites in Kinderhook\, Hudson\, New Lebanon\, Chatham\, and Spencertown. Slightly later instrumentation was used by the US Weather Bureau\, the precursor of our current Weather Service. \nVisitors will be invited to try their hand at reading the weather conditions on some of the still-functional instruments\, and learn more about their history and use. A daily almanac derived from meteorological and seasonal observations made by 19th century observers in Kinderhook and nearby towns will be available for perusing\, as well as historical weather maps. These historical weather observations provide a window into how weather and climate has changed since Martin Van Buren’s time\, and some of the local effects of those changes.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/historical-weather-day-at-martin-van-buren-national-historic-site/
LOCATION:Martin Van Buren National Historic Site\, 1013 Old Post Road\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T200000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260823T223523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T164759Z
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SUMMARY:What Makes Old-growth Forests Special and How to Save Them
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a talk by Joan Maloof for a visual exploration of old growth forests and a call for their conservation on Monday\, Aug. 31st\, 6:30pm in the Learning Center Hawthorne Valley Farm (327 Rte 21C\, Ghent\, NY 12075). \nWhat is an old growth forest\, how might you recognize it\, what does it feel like to walk through one\, and why is old growth forest conservation ecologically important? \nJoan Maloof is Professor emeritus at Salisbury College and founder and former Executive Director of the Old Growth Forest Network. She continues her work to promote old-growth conservation and has written several books about forests including Forty Ways to Know a Tree\, The Living Forest: A Visual Journey into the Heart of the Woods\, Nature’s Temples: The Complex World of Old-Growth Forests\, Among the Ancients: Adventures in the Eastern Old-Growth Forests\, and Teaching the Trees: Lessons from the Forest. She will share her experiences amongst the trees and amongst people interested in saving those trees. \nTalk location: The Learning Center @ 327 Rte 21C\, Ghent\, NY 12075 on the Farm Store side of the road (between Main House and the barn/CSA pick-up; we’ll put up signage).\nParking: Waldorf school parking lot across from the Farm Store. \nThe talk is free. No registration needed!
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/what-makes-old-growth-forests-special-and-how-to-save-them/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Valley Learning Center\, 327 County Route 21C\, Ghent\, NY\, 12075\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260826T183929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T183929Z
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SUMMARY:Insects in the Orchard at Lindenwald
DESCRIPTION:An exploration of insect life in the Martin Van Buren orchard with entomologists from the Farmscape Ecology Program’s Insect Conservation Center. During this event\, participants will learn to use the citizen science platform iNaturalist to contribute to an orchard “bioblitz” and discover the important roles that insects such as ants\, bees\, butterflies\, and wasps play in agriculture. Participants should bring their mobile devices\, cameras\, and questions about insects and how to identify them. Please email kbradford@hawthornevalley.org with any questions. \nWorkshops start at 10 am and 1 pm\, come to one or both!
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/insects-in-the-orchard-at-lindenwald/
LOCATION:Martin Van Buren National Historic Site\, 1013 Old Post Road\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T190000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125046
CREATED:20260826T184218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T132525Z
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SUMMARY:New Date: Fall Meadow Work Day at Forge Project
DESCRIPTION:Due to the unfavorable forecast for Thursday\, this event has been rescheduled. It now will take place on Friday\, Sept. 18. \nThe Farmscape Ecology Program has been involved in the transitioning of the former agricultural fields and traditionally landscaped areas into native meadows and shrublands that will feature native and culturally significant species. Guests can expect to learn some of the native plants we try to support and help remove invasives. This is a seasonal opportunity to participate hands-on in some of the remediation work happening onsite and learn how you can fold simple restoration practices into your own home spaces and gardens. \nBasic plant identification will be led by the Farmscape Ecology Program team\, and Paloma Wake\, Forge Project Operations Director\, will share about some of the shifts happening throughout the land at Forge Project and the organization’s ongoing relations with the Stockbridge Munsee Band of Mohicans\, the homeland people who this land belongs to and who belong to this land. \nGuests are asked to bring their own gardening gloves and hand tools if possible (for example a digging fork\, dandelion digger\, hand clippers\, and weed wrench); a water bottle; and a willingness to work together. Snacks and beverages will be provided by Forge Project. Introductions will be led at 4:15pm and 5:45pm\, and while participants are required to sign up for one session\, they are welcome to stay for both. Interested participants should register with the Forge Project via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-meadow-work-day-tickets-1986821212731.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/fall-meadow-work-day-at-forge-project/
LOCATION:Forge Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T103000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125047
CREATED:20260911T193710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T193833Z
UID:5472-1790325000-1790332200@hvfarmscape.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk on the Biodiversity Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join Laura and Hawthorne Valley’s Spencer Crawford for a morning bird walk along the Biodiversity Trail. The trail is approximately one mile with some uneven terrain. Fall migration is well underway\, and we hope to see many exciting species passing through. Please email lstark@hawthornevalley.org to register; space is limited.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/bird-walk-on-the-biodiversity-trail/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School\, 330 County Route 21C\, Ghent\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20261024T125047
CREATED:20260826T184338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T184338Z
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SUMMARY:Kinderhook Pine Barrens at Lindenwald (Tours)
DESCRIPTION:Tours of an experimental\, sandy “Kinderhook Pine Barrens” plot that was installed last year within the orchard and features the types of sand-frequenting plant species that may have historically populated Kinderhook when the area had pine barrens\, including when Martin Van Buren was growing up there. The Farmscape Ecology Program has identified the Kinderhook Pine Barrens as a “ghost” habitat now missing from our landscape\, and participants will not only visit the restoration and nearby wild-growing trees that may serve as pine barren remnants but also learn about this fascinating lost habitat. \nTours will be offered at 10:15\, 11:15\, 1:15\, and 2:15.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/kinderhook-pine-barrens-at-lindenwald-tours/
LOCATION:Martin Van Buren National Historic Site\, 1013 Old Post Road\, Kinderhook\, NY\, 12106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125047
CREATED:20260930T194421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T194421Z
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SUMMARY:Hawthorne Valley Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the annual Hawthorne Valley Harvest Festival! This free festival celebrates agriculture\, ecology\, education\, art\, and community and has become an autumn tradition for thousands. Be sure to stop by the Farmscape Ecology Program table to learn about insects\, ancient forests\, and more\, and check out these FEP-coordinated happenings at the Harvest Festival: \n\n11am-Noon: Guided Walk of Biodiversity Trail’s new Creekhouse Loop: Join Anna and Josie on this guided walk on the new extension of the Biodiversity Trail that will lead people around the Creekhouse native plant gardens and nursery\, as well as phenology trail. Meet at the FEP tent at 11am; no reservations needed.\n1pm Creature Parade – Please Join In!: A Siena University Environmental Ethics class has been working in collaboration with the Farmscape Ecology Program to create creature masks and speak on behalf of organisms from the Biodiversity Trail. They will be leading a “Creature Parade” at 1pm\, and we invite everyone to join in! Feel free to bring your own creature masks/costumes or stop by the Siena tent (next to ours) to learn more about the project and make your own creature mask. If you’d like to join the parade\, meet at the FEP tent at 12:45pm (or just join in if you see it going by).
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/hawthorne-valley-harvest-festival-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20261024T125047
CREATED:20260930T194236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T172430Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Bug House
DESCRIPTION:Are you a fan of spooky creatures? Have you ever wondered how to identify animals based on their skeletons? Are you curious about carnivorous plants? Have you heard of Dark Taxa? Did you know that insects wear costumes\, too? Then the Bug House is for you! This event is free\, all ages are welcome and costumes are encouraged! \nActivities and displays will include crafts\, insect-themed games\, exploration of our insect specimen collection\, freaky fungi\, butterflies and moths of Columbia County\, animal skulls and more! There will be indoor and some outdoor activities\, so come dressed for the weather. \nAdditional parking is available at Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School\, located just a short walk away at 330 County Rte 21C\, Ghent\, NY 12075.
URL:https://hvfarmscape.org/event/halloween-bug-house-2/
LOCATION:Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program\, 1075 Harlemville Rd\, Ghent\, New York\, 12075
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