Category: Nature – Environment
Here’s how to watch this week’s stunning meteor shower Enjoy the show. JESSICA ORWIG, BUSINESS INSIDER 19 OCT 2015 The Orionids meteor shower, which is generated by the famous Halley’s Comet, is happening this week. Halley’s Comet is only visible…
New York Fall Foliage Report Week of Oct. 14-20, 2015 Brilliant Fall Colors Rapidly Advancing Throughout New York State Peak and near peak colors to spread across NYS this weekend This is the sixth 2015 FALL COLOR REPORT for…
EQUUS Film Festival NYC Welcomes Hudson Valley Award-Winning Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue, Inc. as Nonprofit Partner New York, NY (October 15, 2015) In keeping with its commitment to its equine welfare community, the EQUUS Film Festival, November 20-21, at…
This Sunday: Join us for our Second Annual Trail Day. October 18th, from 11am – 3pm, at Native Landscapes.— at Native Landscapes and Garden Center.
The Garden Conservancy Presents Pawling’s Brine Garden October 17th One of the Country’s Most Extensive Private Gardens On Saturday, October 17th, the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days Program highlights a very special private garden in Dutchess County. Now in its…
New York Fall Foliage Report Week of Oct. 7-13, 2015 Peak Colors Continue To Progress Across New York State Adirondacks, Catskills, Central NY and Greater Niagara regions to see peak colors this weekend This is the fifth 2015 FALL…
Wind energy is now as cheap as natural gas, and solar is getting close And it’s only getting cheaper. Wind power is now comparable in price to fossil fuels, and solar is well on its way, according to a…
Week of Sept. 30 – Oct. 6, 2015 Beautiful Peak and Near Peak Colors Making First Appearances in New York State Adirondacks and Catskills areas to see most change this weekend This is the fourth 2015 FALL COLOR REPORT…
Severe Conditions, Including High Winds and Flooding, Could Impact New York State This Weekend Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged residents to begin preparing their homes and families for heavy rains and potential flooding and the possible arrival of…
Understanding Black Bears Dear New York State Teachers, In an effort to teach New Yorkers about living in bear country and reducing conflicts between people and bears, NYSDEC has partnered with Untamed Science and state wildlife agencies in New…
Hunting Seasons Underway in Upstate New York Sportsmen and Women Reminded of Diverse Opportunities across the State New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Marc Gerstman today offered reminders about various hunting opportunities that are currently…
GORGEOUS FALL COLORS GRADUALLY APPEARING ACROSS NEW YORK STATE Adirondacks to see areas of greatest change; most regions still in early stages This is the third 2015 FALL COLOR REPORT for New York State. Reports are obtained from field…
DEC Announces Release of Pheasants for 2015 Hunting Season Pheasant Programs Bolster Hunting Opportunities Approximately 30,000 adult pheasants will be released on lands open to public hunting for the upcoming fall pheasant hunting season, the New York State Department…
New York State has wonderful recreational opportunities which will be highlighted for you each month. Start planning your next adventure now! Can you tell what’s pictured here? To find out, see page 17 of the AugustConservationist. In this issue:…