Cary Institute Forest Ecology Walk | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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Cary Institute Forest Ecology Walk

Location

Cary East (Gifford House) parking area
2917 Sharon Turnpike
Millbrook, NY 12545

41.789478 -73.724571

County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 30, 2026, 3:00PM (rain or shine)
Detailed Times/Hours This interpretive walk is a one-time event. However, Cary trails are open to the public daily from sunrise to sunset (internal roadway gates open at 8:30 am) until October 31 for self-guided walks and hikes.

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description At 3pm on Wednesday, September 30, join Cary Institute forest ecologist Dr. Charles Canham for an interpretive 2-mile walk along the Wappinger Creek Trail. While exploring our forests, fields, and wetlands, Dr. Canham will discuss how land use has transformed Hudson Valley landscapes. Discover how current forest composition is a reflection of past farming practices, and how the future forest will be influenced by climate change, pests and pathogens, and air pollution. The walk will begin at the Cary East (Gifford House) parking area, located at 2917 Sharon Turnpike (Rt. 44) in Millbrook, N.Y. Wear hiking shoes and bring water; long pants are recommended. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hudson-river-valley-ramble-forest-ecology-walk-tickets-1993856274791?aff=ramble. Organization Hosting the Event Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Phone Number (845) 677-5343 Contact Email quillenl@caryinstitute.org

Registration

Advance registration required.
Please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hudson-river-valley-ramble-forest-ecology-walk-tickets-1993856274791?aff=ramble. Registration is open until noon, September 30 or until full. Questions? Email Maribeth at rubensteinm@caryinstitute.org.

Additional Information

Hiking trails with some uneven rocky surfaces.
Additional Equipment Required: Participants should bring drinking water and wear hiking shoes or boots.

Trip Duration (hours): 2
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 12
Length (miles): 2
Boots Needed: No

Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No
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