HHLT was proud to partner with Woods End LLC and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation to conserve 93 acres of ecologically rich land — which are now permanently protected as part of Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park. This project represents the culmination of a multi-year effort to safeguard a critical wildlife corridor adjacent to Fahnestock.
Join HHLT staff and Wild Woods Restoration Project, for a community BioBlitz at Lane Gate Preserve, in Cold Spring, NY, where participants of all experience levels are invited to document as many plant, animal, and fungi species as possible in a single day!
Join HHLT staff and partners from the New York Natural Heritage Program and Putnam Highlands Audubon Society on Monday, May 11 from 10am to 12pm at Lane Gate Preserve in Cold Spring, NY! This free guided bird walk takes place at the peak of spring migration, the ideal time to spot and hear migratory birds. Registration required.
Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs and join us on Saturday, May 30, from 2pm – 4pm, for a fun-filled afternoon of nature activities for all ages at this free event!
It’s our way of saying “Thank you!” to our supporters, volunteers, and the community. Please RSVP to help us plan for the crowd!
Join HHLT staff on Saturday, April 4, from 10 AM to 12 PM, at Lane Gate Preserve in Cold Spring, NY, for a FREE family-friendly program exploring the importance of vernal pools and their significance to our region. Registration required!
Registration is full for the Granite Mountain Preserve hike on Friday, April 24.
To join our waitlist, please email [email protected] with your name, contact information, and any partipcants in your group (if any). Thank you!
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 housing developments from SEQRA review in order to accelerate construction statewide. Read HHLT’s position here…
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.
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…
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.
