Scenic Hudson

09/01/2026

🌻Hudson Valley Sunflowers!🌻
We're entering the tail end of the season for these bright blooms! What farm fields are calling your name?

These spots still have some late summer shine for snapping photos and picking bouquets:
Kelder's Farm / 📍Kerhonkson
Hudson Valley Flower Festival, through Sept 7.

Barton Orchards / 📍Poughquag
8th Annual Sunflower Festival, through Sept 7.

Hudson Valley Cold Pressed Oils / 📍Pleasant Valley
9th Annual Sunflower Picking Event, through September 6.
Images: 1. Robert Rodriguez, Jr. / 2. Courtesy / 📍Kelder's Farm / 3. Amy Brown / ScenicHudson.org

08/31/2026

: Sterling Forest State Park
TUXEDO, Orange County —
A remarkable woodland, a watershed for millions, and an impressive outdoor recreation area — it’s hard to believe Sterling Forest’s 21,935+ acres sit amidst one of the nation's most densely populated areas! The deep forest habitat is key for the survival of numerous species, including black bear, hawks, songbirds, and rare invertebrates + plants. Get acclimated before exploring at the forest’s visitor center, overlooking Sterling Lake. https://parks.ny.gov/visit/state-parks/sterling-forest-state-park
In August 1997, Scenic Hudson helped acquire the first portion of land leading to the creation of this state park.
Images: NY State Parks & Historic Sites

08/30/2026

On your mark, get set, SWIM!
This weekend, paddlers take to the river for the annual Lighthouse Swim. Eager participants will take on the scenic (+ challenging!) two-and-a-half-mile swim from Nyack to Sleepy Hollow. Join us in cheering them on!

Inspired to dive into the open water yourself? We’ve got your guide: https://www.scenichudson.org/viewfinder/how-to-hit-the-open-water/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=hvviewfinderarchives&utm_content=land_air_water
Images: The Lighthouse Swim

08/29/2026

🗳️ Cast your vote today! Drop the number of your favorite photo in the comments below. ⬇️

The top 10 photo contest entries are in — and now it’s your turn to choose the snapshot that captures the heart of summer. From riverfront views to farm-fresh finds, these photos celebrate everything we love about the season.

Place your *official* vote online by AUGUST 30 at ➡️ https://thehv.life/4wSXldM

08/28/2026

: Tributary Farm (Ulster County)

This farm’s entire 83 acres sits on prime soil — aka the perfect growing environment for food! Using organic and regenerative practices, the team cultivates more than 50 different crops, from vegetables and small fruits to honey. Tributary has also grown a supportive network of CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) members. Dig in to what makes this spot special: https://thehv.life/4cyH4Un
Thanks to a partnership between farmer Jesse Goldfarb and Scenic Hudson — with critical support expected from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Conservation Easement Program — this farmland is permanently set aside for agriculture.

Hudson Valley Viewfinder is a collaborative digital magazine celebrating the inspirational beauty of Hudson Valley communities and nature.

08/27/2026

Hudson Valley culinarian Philippe Trinh started with a goal: to preserve his family's recipes.

Now we all benefit as he shares how to make these tangy Vietnamese grilled pork chops.

Get the recipe with Trinh's addition to our series. https://thehv.life/4zJ9XqF
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08/26/2026

One of sports' newest pro leagues is now in full swing (pun intended)! The Women's Pro Baseball League's inaugural season features two Hudson Valley players taking the field: Mary Grace O'Neill (Pleasantville) and Meaghan Houk (Ravena). But the region’s baseball story goes back much further…

In 1866, Vassar College students formed some of the first organized all-women club teams in the country, playing in long wool skirts weighing nearly 30 pounds!

Now at bat: NY’s team, the WPBL New York Heights, named for Dorothy Height, an influential leader in the civil and women’s rights movements.

Take a look back at the of baseball in the Hudson Valley this . ➡️
https://thehv.life/4xS1DmP
Images: 1,2. Courtesy Library of Congress / Bain News Service Photograph Collection / 3. Courtesy National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

08/25/2026

VOTING IS OPEN! 🗳️
Cast your ballot to help decide this year’s ultimate summer snapshot. ➡️ https://thehv.life/4wCtIxv

And thank *YOU* for sharing your experiences — from mountain summits to fresh-from-the-farmers-market finds, your photos capture the very best of summer in the Hudson Valley. We can't wait to see which picture is crowned this year's winner!
Images: 1. Meg Saluga / Summer Love 2025 Entry 2. Kate Johnson / Summer Love 2026 Finalist 3. Amy Bandolik / Beacon Farmers' Market / Summer Love 2026 Finalist

08/24/2026

🌟New Preserve Alert!🌟
: Bentleys Karst Preserve
BERLIN, Rensselaer County —
Sitting on the eastern edge of the Rensselaer Plateau (one of the largest and most ecologically intact native habitats in New York State!), this preserve’s 91 acres are home to several bat species, hardwood forests, and two caves — Bentleys Cavern and Dry Valley Cavern. Plan ahead for a cave visit (open May through September, following Northeastern Cave Conservancy guidelines) or explore above ground to spot exposed rock formations and varied habitat! hudsontaconic.org/bentleys-karst-preserve
This preserve officially opened to visitors earlier this month thanks to the collaborative efforts of many regional partners! Including Hudson Taconic Lands, Scenic Hudson, New York State Conservation Partnership Program (NYSCPP) & New York’s Environmental Protection Fund, and Forest Forever Donors.
Images: Nate Simms / Courtesy Hudson Taconic Lands

08/23/2026

Few things beat a summer afternoon gliding along the Hudson River...
And it turns out, you don't need a yacht club membership to make it happen! The Hudson Valley has more accessible ways to get out on the water than you might think. Here's your guide to getting on the water (affordably!) this . ➡️ https://thehv.life/45BcxBn
Images: 1,3. Courtesy Hudson River Maritime Museum / 2. Courtesy The Beacon Sloop Club
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