Wild Hudson Valley

Twilight is a time of transition and magic. On this nighttime exploration through the fields and forests of our forest farm, we’ll begin around the campfire and watch the evening star appear at dusk. Heading into the forest, we'll keep our eyes and ears open for fireflies, glowworms, flying squirrels, screech owls and many other creatures. Human cultures have long directed their gaze towards the heavens, and as darkness falls, we’ll also talk about the importance of the stars & the moon for people across the globe.

This family-friendly event will be on our flattest & smoothest trails. We will go at a slow pace and will not use artificial light (though we'll have flashlights on hand, just in case). Reserve your spot here:

https://www.wildhudsonvalley.com/event-details/night-in-the-forest-4

And, we still have glamping sites available! (Bring-your-own tent sites are booked).
Stay the weekend at Wild Hudson Valley Eco Camp and all three programs are included in your reservation:
· Friday Night Fire – Gather under the stars for s'mores and a cozy campfire.
· Saturday Night Walk – A twilight exploration of the nighttime world.
· Sunday Foraging Workshop – Learn about and taste wild foods with an expert guide.
Book your stay here:
https://www.wildhudsonvalley.com/site-reservations

Our latest newsletter is out! Check it out for upcoming events, including our Northeastern Ethnobotany themed events next weekend!

Explore the Incredible World of Northeastern Native Plants

We may be booked up this holiday weekend, but we still have campsites available for our next two Eco Camp weekends! Details below…

The last weekend of May, we have one glamping site available (Turkey Site). And the events this weekend are sold out, so a weekend stay is the only way to join for our foraging and forest events!

The first weekend of June, we have two campsites available, one glamping site (Turkey Site), and one bring-your-own-tent site (Wolf Site). Explore the many uses for our Northeastern native trees and plants!

Book your Eco Camp stay here: https://www.wildhudsonvalley.com/site-reservations

Not our typical programming, but we’re excited to participate in this 250th anniversary event of the American Revolution: the occupation of Johnstown and the confiscation of Johnson Hall by Revolutionary forces in May 1776.

Justin will be portraying a translator who was part of a conference between Mohawks and officers of the 3rd NJ regiment. A very fitting role for him!

The Rebels are coming…

“𝐀 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧” 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: Anna Platner and Justin Wexler

As we approach our 250th commemoration May 16th and 17th, we are highlighting some of the groups and individuals helping bring this story to life. Today’s featured interpreters are Anna Platner and Justin Wexler, who will be portraying members of the Johnstown community in 1776. Justin will also be portraying a translator who was part of the conference between Mohawks from the Lower Castle (today part of the area around Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site ) and officers of the 3rd NJ regiment.

Anna and Justin run Wild Hudson Valley, a forest farm and educational organization based in the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley in New York State. They grow wild-simulated ginseng, shiitake mushrooms, and steward a wide variety of wild plants and mushrooms. Anna and Justin regularly host workshops and consultations focused on Hudson Valley history, wild foods, forest farming, and land stewardship practices.

Anna Plattner received her BS from Cornell University, where she majored in Natural Resources. Over the last two decades, she has overseen multiple large-scale agroforestry operations.

Justin Wexler holds a BA in History and Anthropology from Marlboro College and a Master of Arts in Teaching History from Bard College. An ethnoecologist, Justin has spent his career either outdoors or deep in archival and ethnographic research to understand the history, culture, and land management practices of the Native Peoples of the Hudson and Delaware Valleys.

We are excited that Justin and Anna will be joining us on Saturday, May 16th, to help interpret the experiences and concerns of the Johnstown community and their Mohawk neighbors as we commemorate 250 years since the full-scale occupation of Johnstown and the confiscation of Johnson Hall. To learn more about the event, check out our events page, give us a call at 518-762-8712, or visit our website: https://parks.ny.gov/visit/historic-sites/johnson-hall-state-historic-site

This Sunday! Join us for a forest bathing experience in the lush springtime forest!

Details & RSVP here: https://www.wildhudsonvalley.com/event-details/forest-bathing-walk-with-beth-rennig

Join us for a springtime Forest Bathing experience! Leader Beth Rennig will help us engage our senses and embrace the simple magic and wholeness we can find in nature. This is an intentional walk through the lush, green springtime forest for those looking for a slow, mindful outdoor activity. Each person will be welcomed into a quiet, contemplative space. We will meditate and focus our intentions on connection through the forest, and we will conclude with a short forest tea ceremony.

Those new to meditation and mindfulness are welcome. Register through the Events Calendar on our website ✨link in bio✨

About our Guide: Beth Rennig is a certified Forest Therapy Guide through The Forest Therapy School, a NYSDEC Licensed Hiking guide and a certified Usui Reiki Master Teacher and Practitioner. She is a gentle soul who is of service in helping people heal themselves as well as to find their own connection with nature. Beth lives with her husband, teen daughters and beloved rescue dog in Acra, NY.