September 2023: Introducing Rebeca Ramirez; Green Roof; Geocaching
We are excited to share that installation of a native planting green roof atop the Trail Steward Station at Upper Overlook is now complete! The planting plan for the new roof, which is comprised of a variety of native plants, was designed by SCAPE, and installed by Heitmann Builders. Next up: the installation of solar panels...continue reading...
August 2023: Meet Our Staff, Swag, and Great Hikes in Beacon
On Saturday, July 22, more than 170 people turned out on a gorgeous afternoon for our Second Annual Community Day at Dutchess Manor, future site of the HHFT Visitor Center. Much fun was had by all, tie-dyeing with plant-based dyes, listening to music by The Happy Trailers...continue reading...
July 2023: Ribbon-Cutting, Community Day 7/22, and PDC Design Award
On Friday, June 30, Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, Inc. (HHFT) and NYS Parks held a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the completion of the Upper Overlook project at the Breakneck Ridge Trailhead. Completed on time and under budget...continue reading...
June 2023: Breakneck reopens 7/1 and HHFT announces "Trail-First" approach
Last week, culminating two years of public outreach on the Draft Master Plan as well as the input of experts and partners, HHFT announced it will take a trail-first approach to implementation. Whereas the project was previously set to... continue reading...
MAY 2023: Out & About in the Community and Spotlight on Metro-North Railroad
On the morning of Saturday, May 6, HHFT led clean-up efforts at the 12th Annual Riverkeeper River Sweep at Dockside Park in Cold Spring. The following Monday, HHFT participated in a Joint Public Session on the Fjord Trail, hosted by the... continue reading...
APRIL 2023: New Faces
HHFT welcomes several new faces to our organization. Usha Wright is joining our Board of Directors. She is currently President and Chair of the board at SHAREAfrica, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to... continue reading...
MARCH 2023: Spotlight: Little Stony Point Citizens Association
This month, we highlight one of the oldest Parks Friends Groups in New York State and longtime Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail Steering Committee member, Little Stony Point Citizens Association. LSPCA is dedicated.... continue reading...
FEBRUARY 2023: Work on Breakneck Upper Overlook begins March 1
We are thrilled to report that initial work on the Breakneck Upper Overlook begins on March 1. On February 17, Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail, Inc., New York State Office of Parks.... continue reading...
JANUARY 2023: Layering Up for Winter Hiking and a New Home for the Fjord Trail
The temps have certainly been fluctuating quite drastically throughout the Hudson Valley over the last few weeks! One day it's raining and balmy; the next day the ground has frozen again... continue reading...
DECEMBER 2022: Winter Birdwatching and Recent Community Meetings and Presentations
The holiday season is in full swing! Temperatures throughout the Hudson Valley have dropped drastically, but next week's Winter Solstice marks the return of the sun... continue reading...
NOVEMBER 2022: "Let's talk about visitation" and Autumn Hiking in the Hudson Highlands
Visitation in the Hudson Highlands as a tourist destination and for autumn hiking has reached record-breaking numbers.... continue reading...
OCTOBER 2022: Safety Tips During Peak Hiking Season & Community Meetings
As the glorious colors of autumn, in all of their splendor, explode throughout the Hudson Valley, the number of visitors... continue reading...
SEPTEMBER 2022: Fire Safety During the Drought & "Back to School" Studies and Survey
Although we have gotten some desperately needed rain over the last few weeks, extreme drought continues.... continue reading...
AUGUST 2022: Paddling on the Hudson / Thanks to the NY-NJ Trail Conference
Explore the Hudson River before summer is over! Let our friends at Hudson River Expeditions help you.... continue reading...
JULY 2022: Hiking in the Heat / Dutchess Manor
Our Executive Director shares some helpful tips for hiking in the summer heat, plus unlocking the past — and future — of Dutchess Manor.... continue reading...
JUNE 2022: Our Community Day Celebration / Around Breakneck
Summer is officially here and we celebrated that—and a whole lot more—with 165 community members who joined us for Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail’s First Annual Community Day last weekend at Dutchess Manor.... continue reading...
MAY 2022: HHFT Community Day / Breakneck station reopening
It’s been a busy spring! We’ve been out and about making presentations in Fjord Trail communities, sharing updates and answering residents’ questions. It’s been rewarding, but the gathering we are most looking forward to is.... continue reading...
APRIL 2022: Spring Ephemerals/Breakneck Connector & Bridge Get a Boost
Happy Spring! I love to get outside at this time of year when each day offers those subtle changes that let us know spring has arrived and we get to witness the plants slowly re-emerging from a winter’s rest. While that might mean.... continue reading...
MARCH 2022: Maple Celebration/Community Engagement
Greetings! All around the Hudson Highlands we are beginning to see taps and sap buckets on sugar maples, signaling that spring is right around the corner. It’s no surprise that turning that sugary clear liquid into rich sweet maple syrup.... continue reading...
FEBRUARY 2022: Hiking with Dogs/Geotech 101
Greetings! Here in the Hudson Highlands, even when February tempts us with warm spells, we know that the next winter storm could be just around the corner. While I might not like the snow too much, I have two one-year old puppies who... continue reading...
JANUARY 2022: Take a Winter Hike/Safety Improvements at Breakneck
Even in challenging times, the start of a new year can be a source of optimism. After all, it’s a fresh opportunity to take a moment to reflect and proceed with intention into a new year. Trying new things and reconnecting with old hobbies make us feel... continue reading...
DECEMBER 2021: First Day Hikes/Meet HHFT's Staff
Season’s Greetings! The holidays can be filled with opportunities for fun times with family and friends, moments of quiet reflection, or a generous mix of both. As we move toward the New Year, I recommend trying a new tradition that has become very popular in the Hudson Valley... continue reading...
