Upper Hudson Valley Events KEY TO RAMBLE EVENTS Hudson River Estuary
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Bicycle Note: We make every effort to ensure accuracy of event listings. However, due to weather and other factors, information may change between the time of publication and the time of each event. We encourage all participants to verify dates and times with the listed Ramble leader for each event.
111. USS SLATER Open for Tours
ll Ramble Weekends A Broadway & Quay Streets, Albany 12202 (518) 431-1943 info@ussslater.org USS SLATER is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is charged. Fee: Adults - $8 Senior Citizens - $7 Children ages 6-14 - $6 Not suitable for children under: 3 112. Explore the Keep Preserve and Leave No Trace 9|7 10:00 AM, 9|14 10:00 AM, 9|21 10:00 AM, 9|28 10:00 AM Keep Conservation Preserve County Rt. 8, Germantown 12526 (518) 537-3739 don.gavin612@gmail.com Explore the 140+ acre parcel of woods and old farm fields of the Keep Conservation Preserve in Germantown, New York. Excellent trails for birders and walking enthusiasts. Open to all ages. Children should be accompanied by adults. The preserve is open from dawn to dusk seven days a week for walking, nature observation, and photography. Notes: Easy trails through woods and meadows. Trails can be muddy at times. No restrooms on property. Difficulty: Easy Length: 3.5 miles Duration: 1-2 hours
113. HistoryWalk - Amazing Architecture 9|7 10:30 AM
Troy Waterfront Farmers' Market. 290 River Street, Troy 12180 (518) 272-7232 ilenefrank@rchsonline.org Stroll downtown Troy and you’ll find a richly built environment. This 1 hour walking tour showcases Troy’s architectural gems and range of styles. Tour leaves from the Troy Waterfront Farmers' Market. Notes: Tour takes place in downtown Troy which is an urban environment. Tour is mostly on sidewalks, with some slight inclines. 24
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Fee: $5 for non-members, free for RCHS members. Difficulty: Moderate Length: 2 miles Duration: 1 hour Not suitable for children under: 10 Portion Wheelchair Accessible: Most sidewalks have curb cuts.
114. Prickly Porcupines 9|7 10:30 AM, 9|15 1:00 PM
Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center 195 New Karner Road, Albany 12205 (518) 456-0655 info@albanypinebush.org Porcupines, also known as “quill pigs”, are the only mammal in North America with quills, and they live here in the Pine Bush. Join us for a talk, 0.5 mile walk over rolling sand dunes, and crafts to learn more about these interesting and elusive animals. Register: Registration required by phone or email, or visit www.AlbanyPineBush.org and click on “Events Calendar”. Fee: $3 per person/$5 per family/Children under 5 yrs free. Difficulty: Moderate Length: 0.5 miles Duration: 0.5 hours Additional equipment: Please remember to wear sturdy walking shoes, long pants, and bring water.
115. Sugarloaf Mt. Quarry and Beaver Dam 9|7 11:00 AM, Rain date: 9|8 11:00 AM
Roaring Kill P.A. Roaring Kill Road, Elka Park 12427 (315) 853-1070 ccswhite@juno.com Ascend to a fascinating quarry with rock thrones and stairway with beautiful views. Climb another half-mile to a remarkable beaver dam with acres of beaver activity. Notes: Occasional moderate climbing; total elevation change, 300 ft. Rocky terrain and stream crossing on rocks. Register: By phone or email by September 5. Difficulty: Moderate Length: 3 miles Duration: 4 hours Not suitable for children under: 8 Additional equipment: Boots highly recommended. Bring your own lunch.
116. Schuyler and the Canalways 9|7 11:00 AM, 9|7 1:30 PM, , Rain dates: 9|8 11:00 AM, 9|8 1:30 PM Waterford Harbor Visitors Center One Tugboat Alley, Waterford 12188 (518) 434-0834 Michelle.Mavigliano@parks.ny.gov Through the influence of Philip Schuyler and his position as director of the Western and Northern Inland Lock Navigation Companies, development of New York State's important canal system was begun. Learn about Schuyler's role within the larger history of the famed Erie Canal, while experiencing passage through Lock 2 on a guided tour. Register: Deadline for Tour 1 and Tour 2 is August 30th. As space is limited per tour, registration is confirmed with payment. Fee: Canal Boat & Walking Tour $15 per person. Additional box lunch available by pre-registration. Not suitable for children under: 8 Additional equipment: Be sure to wear footwear appropriate for walking on uneven terrain and maintaining balance on a small boat.
117. Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival 9|7 12:00 PM
Albany Riverfront Park Corning Preserve, Albany 12207 (518) 434-2032 specialevents@ci.albany.ny.us Since beginning in 2001, the Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival has featured a veritable “who’s who” of jazz greats, critically acclaimed up-andcoming artists and local favorites at one of the area’s most spectacular venues. Be sure to visit downtown Albany’s fantastic live music venues on Friday, September 7 for the 2nd Annual Downtown Albany Jazz Festival Competition! Catch great local jazz groups throughout downtown and vote for your favorite to open the Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival! Rainsite: Palace Theatre. Free.
118. New Music Festival featuring Mayer Hawthorne 9|7 2:00 PM
Empire State Plaza 279 Madison Avenue, Albany 12242 (518) 473-2982 jason.rumpf@ogs.ny.gov The New Music Festival is a daylong celebration showcasing a variety of musical styles. Headlining the event is Mayer Hawthorne about which RollingStone.com says “Hawthorne emerges with a jaw-dropping collection of classic soul.”
119. The Story of Rip Van Winkle 9|7 4:00 PM
Harrier Hill Park Rod and Gun Club Road, Hudson 12534 (518) 392-5252 ext 209 tom@clctrust.org The Columbia Land Conservancy invites you to hear the story of Rip Van Winkle with acclaimed storyteller Jonathan Kruk and a stunning Catskill Mountains backdrop at Scenic Hudson's Harrier Hill Park. Praised by the New York Times, Hudson Valley Magazine, and heaps of children, Jonathan Kruk transforms Washington Irving's classic tale into an interactive storytelling experience. His tales are tall, yet rooted in local history. The 2-mile Stockport-Greenport Trail, which traverses a dramatic ravine, connects with additional self-guided hiking opportunities in the Greenport Conservation Area. Harrier Hill Park is maintained cooperatively by the Columbia Land Conservancy and Scenic Hudson. Register: By phone or email by September 3rd. Not suitable for children under: 4 Portion Wheelchair Accessible: A short, universally accessible trail leads from the parking area past a farm pond to the pavilion where the event will be held. Additional hiking trails are not universally accessible.
120. Burnt Knob/Acra Point Hudson River Ramble 9|7 9:00 AM
5132 Routes 23A, Haines Falls 12436 (518) 589-6657 director@mths.org Meet on Route 56 across from the Maplecrest Post Office at 9 am. The hike will be led by Robert Titus, the Catskill Geologist. Hike will end around 2 pm. Register: Please contact Mountain Top Historical Society at 518-589-6657. Leave your name, phone number & total number in your party. You can also register on-line at mths.org Difficulty: Moderate Length: 3 miles Duration: 5 hours