Tag: Hudson Valley
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Things to do with kids in the Hudson Valley
Free things like walks and public parks are always a good option. Most of the stuff on this map are paid things and some require reservations, but I’m adding them to this map so that when we are looking for new ideas one day three years from now I’ll have a good resource to consult.
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Fly fishing the Hudson Valley
Recommendations from surfing on Instagram: Fishkill Creek Wappinger’s Creek Clove Creek Sprout Creek
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House Pimm’s
Liquors Most recipes call for gin and vermouth for sure. Some add Old Tom or Sloe gin as well. Some call for amaros Some call for potable bitters like Aperol Some call for dry sherry Local ingredients Lots of black currant / cassis spirits here in the Hudson Valley. Use those! Inspiration
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Paddling the Hudson River Valley
Resources A Kayaker’s Guide to the Hudson River Valley: The Quieter Waters–Rivers, Creeks, Lakes and Ponds by Shari Aber Hudson River Greenway Water Trail Map https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1T7t_EIvBrn8RZPTH6BG90EXlQawGWdD6&usp=sharing My favorite Hudson launch points Peekskill Boat launch by train station Kayak floating dock in the park to the north of the train station and playground Annsville Creek Yonkers…
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Hiking in the Hudson Valley
Some of our favorite hikes: Doodletown We love the woodland cemeteries near Doodletown. The first part of the hike is an uphill slog, then it is pleasant. Minnewaska State Park Awosting Falls Lake loop Go early, Minnewaska fills up quickly! Breakneck Ridge Tough scramble at the beginning, then beautiful views. Don’t go on a weekend…
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Small Seasons of the Lower Hudson Valley
Inspired by smallseasons.guide. My goal with this page is to write descriptions for the small seasons we experience in the lower Hudson Valley. Season Name Japanese characters Meaning Associations Approximate Date Spring Risshun 立春 Start of Spring The first skunk cabbages pop up in the low wet areas of the woods. The eagles soar. Feb…