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Cary Institute Forest Ecology Walk
Location
Cary East (Gifford House) parking area
2917 Sharon Turnpike
Millbrook, NY 12545
County: Dutchess
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- September 10, 2023, 10:00AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description At 10am on Sunday, September 10, 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 http://www.caryinstitute.org/events. Organization Hosting the Event Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Phone Number (845) 677-7600 x233Registration
Advance registration required.Please register at www.caryinstitute.org/events. For questions contact (845) 677-7600 x236 or rubensteinm@caryinstitute.org.
Additional Information
Hiking trails with some uneven rocky surface.Additional Equipment Required: Participants should bring drinking water and wear hiking shoes or boots.
Event Duration (hours): 2
Difficulty: Moderate
Length (miles): 2
Boots Needed: No
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No