It’s Climate Week in the Hudson Valley! A Festival of Climate Solutions
Read more about Winnakee’s Call to Action: FOREVER FORESTSForest are vital to combating climate change—and we’ve only just begun to unlock their potential. Winnakee is working to change this!
Chronogram article on Forever Forests: Stewarding Healthy Forests to Fight Climate Change
Thank you, Chronogram, for this wonderful piece (click here to view) on Winnakee’s Forever Forest program to protect and restore 10,000 acres in 10 years!
NATIONAL TRAILS DAY E-NEWS
Hudson Valley landscapes, forests and open spaces inspire immeasurable wonder. In the last three decades, Winnakee has developed over 20 miles of trails that take visitors through some of our region’s most rewarding natural areas protected by Winnakee. By offering public access to unique viewsheds, and through stewardship activities and educational programs, Winnakee is committed to providing... Read More
Winnakee Launches “Forever Forests”: A Campaign to Protect 10,000 Acres in Ten Years
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 21, 2022 Rhinebeck, NY – In celebration of International Day of the Forests today, Winnakee Land Trust announces Forever Forests, a campaign to protect 10,000 acres in ten years across the Hudson Valley. “The importance of acting to protect local forests, and the ecosystem services they provide, is at a crucial window... Read More
Reaccreditation Stakeholder Notification/Public Notice
“Winnakee is proud to be an accredited land trust since 2012, and reaffirms our dedication to meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence in our land protection practices. We are grateful to work among a network of effective and qualified partners in meeting our ambitious conservation goals to protect 10,000 acres in... Read More
Winnakee Named Dutchess Tourism “Outdoors Award of Distinction” Finalist!
The Outdoors Award of Distinction recognizes businesses and organizations that provide phenomenal and innovative offerings to visitors and contribute to a “Storied Experience” for travelers coming to Dutchess. Read more: Awards of Distinction Finalist Spotlight: Outdoors (dutchesstourism.com)
Burger Hill named: Hudson Valley Magazine’s 2021 Award for Best “Small Hike, Big View,”
Burger Hill named: Hudson Valley Magazine’s 2021 Award for Best “Small Hike, Big View,” At the tippity top of this popular hiking trail, you’ll be greeted by some of the best views in the Hudson Valley. While the hike is steep, the reward is worth it — the panoramic view of rolling mountains doesn’t get... Read More
Chronogram article on Vlei Marsh opening and Winnakee’s enhanced conservation mission
Thank you, Chronogram, for this wonderful piece (click here to view) on Winnakee’s enhanced conservation mission, the opening of Vlei Marsh and the June 12th Enchanted Forest Party.
Winnakee Adopts Strategic Plan and Receives EPF Capacity Building Grant
Calls for the protection and restoration of local forested lands as an indispensable investment in our future Winnakee is firmly dedicated to the natural places that matter most for families, their well-being, and for healthy communities,” said Winnakee’s Executive Director Bob Davis. “In ten years, our added focus on protecting irreplaceable local forests, and restoration of... Read More
Winnakee announces acquisition of 240 acres of vulnerable lands and forest
Advancing a key initiative of Winnakee’s broadened conservation mission to save local forests “Vlei Marsh boasts stunning views of the marshland area and contains a multi-looped existing trail system of 1.25 miles. With its proximity to Rhinebeck and scenic views, we imagine it will quickly become a community favorite destination.” —BOB DAVIS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR View... Read More