Hudson River Valley Ramble
September 20-21
September 27-28

Guided walking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing,
biking and equestrian events.
Explorations of the Hudson River estuary

The Annual Hudson River Valley Ramble highlights the scenic, natural, cultural and historic riches and resources that earned the region its designation as a National Heritage Area. The Ramble will feature guided walking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, biking and equestrian events, and explorations of the Hudson River estuary by boat during the weekends of September 20-21 and 27-28.

Sponsored by the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area (HRVNHA) and Hudson River Valley Greenway, the Ramble takes place throughout the 10 counties of the heritage area that extends from just north of New York City to the Capital Region.

"Rambles" are led and interpreted by naturalists, ecologists, geologists, historians and trained volunteers from the participating groups which include nearly 100 environmental, land conservancy, trail and historic preservation organizations on the national, state and local level. Events are offered on every ability level, many are "family-friendly," and most are free.

A Complete List of Ramble events by region, county, and theme

Hudson River Valley Ramble Heritage Area Themes and Trails

The "Hudson River Estuary Trail"
An American Heritage River
For nearly half its 315-mile length, the Hudson River is an estuary, an arm of the sea where the ocean's salt water meets fresh water running off the land. From New York Harbor, the Hudson River Estuary reaches 153 miles north to Troy, creating a rich ecosystem pulsing with life vital for much of the Atlantic coast. Its waters and tidal marshes provide a habitat for more than 200 species of fish, and a nursery for key commercial and recreational species such as striped bass, American shad, bluefish and blue crab. Bald eagles, herons and other waterfowl feed on the Hudson's bounty while nesting and in migration.

The "Hudson River Artists' Trail"
The landscapes and vistas of the Hudson River Valley gave rise to American's first school of art in the 19th century, the Hudson River School. This series of walks and hikes go to the same scenic vistas that inspired noted Hudson River School artists such as Thomas Cole, Frederic Church and Asher Durand

The "Revolutionary War Trail"
The Hudson River Valley was the centerpiece of the British strategy for victory in the American Revolution. One-third of the war's battles were fought on the banks of the Hudson in the British attempt to conquer New York and split the colonies. This series visits significant sites and recreates momentous events as part of the 226th anniversary observance of the American Revolution in the Hudson Valley.

"Great Estates Cultural Corridor"
The Hudson River Valley was the birthplace of the movement to create a distinctly American aesthetic identity. Here, Andrew Jackson Downing, Calvary Faux, Frederick Law Olmsted, Beatrix Farrand and others shaped landscapes to create something uniquely American. Splendid examples of these treasured landscapes still exist on the great estates of the Hudson Valley.

For more information:
800-453-6665
845-334-9574
518-473-3835
www.hudsonvalleyramble.com/