Hudson Highlands
Land Trust

Love the Highlands

HHLT collaborates with our partners and our community to:

Protect

Natural Areas, Resources, Wildlife Habitat

Advocate

Stewardship, Smart Planning, Resilient Landscapes

Engage

Communities, Partners, Visitors, Volunteers

Create

Access to Recreational Opportunities for All

Make Discoveries

Internships, Programs, Citizen Science

Latest News & Events

SEQRA Reform Process

Governor Hochul recently released proposed reforms to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in her 2026-27 budget in response to the state-wide housing affordability and availability crisis. SEQRA, enacted in 1975, requires state and local agencies to assess environmental impacts before approving major projects. The Governor’s budget proposal would exempt a range of new…
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February Hike at Lane Gate Preserve

Looking for a fun adventure to get outdoors with the family? Join HHLT staff on Saturday, February 21, for a free winter hike at Lane Gate Preserve in Cold Spring, NY. Weather conditions permitting, we’ll be snowshoeing at the preserve. Registration is required by February 18.
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Winter As a Wonderland: Finding Ground in the Hudson Highlands

While it may be easy to grumble about winter’s cold weather and limited sunlight, at the Hudson Highlands Land Trust (HHLT), we see winter as an invitation to embrace all four seasons. Here are a few ways to truly enjoy and be present this winter in the Hudson Highlands…
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2025 Recap From the HHLT Team

As we close out an exciting year, our team wanted to share what made 2025 so memorable. From protecting critical habitats and advancing restoration efforts to deepening our partnerships with the community, this year has been filled with meaningful milestones.
Read more: 2025 Recap From the HHLT Team