Environment DEC
From the September 2005 issue
Take a Ramble...Then a Lark
DEC is once again a major sponsor of two exciting outdoor extravaganzas this fall: the 6th Annual Hudson River Valley Ramble and the 2nd Annual Lark in the Park. Cooperating with other state, regional and local organizations, DEC is taking part in a wide range of activities highlighting the spectacular natural wonders of the Hudson River Valley and the Catskill Forest Preserve. Ramblers and lark takers will have more than 250 ways to hike, paddle, explore, pedal and learn about everything from stream ecology to Hudson River School painters and much, much more.
Ramble on Sept. 17-18, 24-25
The Hudson River Valley Ramble
features a number of events
along the river's 153 mile path
from NYC to Albany
For two weekends, the Hudson River Valley Ramble will take you on a tour of the historic Hudson, an American Heritage River, where you'll experience the beauty and majesty that inspired artists like Frederic Church or learn of historic battles that helped turn restless colonies into a burgeoning young nation. Free DEC Hudson River Estuary Program sponsored rambles are planned for the entire 154 miles of estuary from Troy to Manhattan.
Lark from Oct. 1st through 10th
The view from the Catskills
during this fall festival
is spectacular
"Ten days and 100 ways to have a lark in the Catskill Park" are offered to visitors during this second series of events celebrating the 101st anniversary of the Catskill Preserve. Once again a cornucopia of activities satisfying all manner of tastes and moods will take place. And, as if that weren't enough, the unparalleled beauty, history and lore of a the Catskill Mountains in all their autumn splendor provide a magnificent setting to all the goings on.
More Information
For online information about both events, see "Related Links" below, or...
For the Hudson River Valley Ramble, call: 800-453-6665, 845-334-9574 or 518-473-3835 to request a copy of a booklet with map and events schedule.
For the Lark in the Park, call: 877-426-0323 for a booklet listing all Lark events and a map of locations. The booklet is also in the September issue of the Catskill Mountain Region Guide. You can also request a booklet by e-mailing: CatskillLark@aol.com
