Calendar of Events: Tours
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Hillsdale Historic House Tour
11am-3pm
$20/advance purchase, $25/general
Stroll Coldwater Street, home of 19 National Historic Register buildings, and visit four of the houses, built from 1825 to 1867 in the Federal, Classical, Greek Revival and Gothic Revival styles, and a building that has been a law office since built in 1892. Learn about the history of the houses, street and town from long-time local residents. Ticket order forms available at the below website, as well as at B&G Wine and Gourmet and at Passiflora in Hillsdale. Ticket booth at the 1928 Masonic Temple, 57 Coldwater Street, Hillsdale.
Explore the Estuary
9am-12:00pm
We will explore Stockport Creek, one of the ten largest tributaries to the Hudson Estuary, and look for eagles, herons and cardinal flowers in bloom. Own canoe/kayak, equipment, and PFD required. Space is limited and pre-registration is required – contact Jenny Brinker.
Columbia Land Conservancy – Stockport Flats, Stockport
518-392-5252 x210
Guided Bird Walk
9am
$3/general
Join us for a light hike around Clermont’s grounds in search of the many varied species that call it home. Novices welcome!
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Superstitions Tour
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
$9/Adults, $7/Students and seniors, free to children 12 and under
Do you believe a broken mirror brings seven years bad luck? Do you throw spilled salt over your left shoulder? Do you think a red sky in the morning is reason to take warning… even if you’re not a sailor? Skeptics and believers alike are welcome at Olana to hear stories of the superstitious practices our ancestors used to ward off evil. You might be surprised! Come join up to 13 others on a tour through Frederic Church’s home and history.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Rt 9G, Hudson
Call (518) 828-0135 for info or reservations
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Tours
11am-3pm
$20/adults, $10/children
Tours depart from the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on the hour and Village of Athens Waterfront Park on the half hour. Participants will be treated to a ten-minute boat ride on the Spirit of Hudson pontoon boat. Once at the lighthouse, Emily Brunner tells stories of living on the lighthouse as a young girl. Visitors also have the opportunity to climb the stairs to the lantern room and exit onto the galley for spectacular views of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River. Bring your camera and sense of adventure. Souvenirs are available. Make your reservations today.
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society
518-828-5294 or 518-822-1014
Explore the Estuary
9am-12:00pm
We will explore Stockport Creek, one of the ten largest tributaries to the Hudson Estuary, and look for eagles, herons and cardinal flowers in bloom. Own canoe/kayak, equipment, and PFD required. Space is limited and pre-registration is required – contact Jenny Brinker.
Columbia Land Conservancy – Stockport Flats, Stockport
518-392-5252 x210
Third Sunday’s in the Country
Tour de Columbia County
$79/single, $139/couple
Welcome roadies! Don’t miss this monthly one day event with stunning views of mountain ranges, vast farms and pastures, quaint towns and villages, the Hudson Valley Rail Trail and a gorgeous lake. The terrain is rolling and challenging. The mileage options are 35, 43, or 50 for the hard core looking for a “half century.” The SAG support vehicle sets up a few rest stops and is always around watching out for you. Participants are able to ride at your own pace. Limit of 20-cyclist each event so book early. Arrangements for pickup at the Wassaic Metro-North Rail Station need to be done in advance.
Ed Fertik - CycleLogical Bike Tours, Philmont
[email]cyclelogical@aol.com[/email]
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Wet Meadows and Shrubby Hillsides
Ecology Walks at Hawthorne Valley Farm
2-4pm
CLC is co-sponsoring this series of walks with Conrad and Claudia Vispo, Farmscape Ecology Program at Hawthorne Valley Farm, which is protected with CLC easement. The walks will take you to different parts of the farm, introducing you to different on-farm habitats and their wild inhabitants.
Hawthorne Valley Farm Store, County Route 21C, Ghent
518-392-5252 x210
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Family Tour at Olana
11:30am
$9/adults, $8/students and seniors, Free children under 12
Explore the house from a child’s perspective. Take the tour geared toward 6-12 year olds and stop by the Wagon House Education Center for Art in the Barn, or borrow a landscape themed backpack – a family day couldn’t be more perfect! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required by 4pm the preceding Friday.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson
518-828-0135
Garden Walk
4pm
Free
Join Mary K. Hughes on an informational walk through Church’s flower garden. Learn a little history as well as new plant care and maintenance of perennial gardens. Bring questions on Heirloom annuals and perennials; stay for the Olana sunsets. Mary holds a degree in Horticulture as well as Floriculture and has a floral design certificate from SUNY Cobleskill Agriculture College. She has owned and operated her own business for 8 years, runs a greenhouse specializing in Heirloom plants, and was on the board of the Hudson Valley Flower show where she was a ribbon holder for design. Rain or shine.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Rt 9G, Hudson
518-392-0135
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Guided Bird Walk
9am
$3/general
Join us for a light hike around Clermont’s grounds in search of the many varied species that call it home. Novices welcome!
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Tours
11am-3pm
$20/adults, $10/children
Tours depart from the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on the hour and Village of Athens Waterfront Park on the half hour. Participants will be treated to a ten-minute boat ride on the Spirit of Hudson pontoon boat. Once at the lighthouse, Emily Brunner tells stories of living on the lighthouse as a young girl. Visitors also have the opportunity to climb the stairs to the lantern room and exit onto the galley for spectacular views of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River. Bring your camera and sense of adventure. Souvenirs are available. Make your reservations today.
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society
518-828-5294 or 518-822-1014
Garden Tour
1pm
$3/general
Lead by Clermont’s own horticulturalist; see the gardens in their fall splendor. This tour will include practical instructions on putting your own gardens to bed in the fall as well as historical information about the gardens at Clermont. Reservations required.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Family Tour at Olana
11:30am
$9/adults, $8/students and seniors, Free children under 12
Explore the house from a child’s perspective. Take the tour geared toward 6-12 year olds and stop by the Wagon House Education Center for Art in the Barn, or borrow a landscape themed backpack – a family day couldn’t be more perfect! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required by 4pm the preceding Friday.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Route 9G, Hudson
518-828-0135
Third Sunday’s in the Country
Tour de Columbia County
$79/single, $139/couple
Welcome roadies! Don’t miss this monthly one day event with stunning views of mountain ranges, vast farms and pastures, quaint towns and villages, the Hudson Valley Rail Trail and a gorgeous lake. The terrain is rolling and challenging. The mileage options are 35, 43, or 50 for the hard core looking for a “half century.” The SAG support vehicle sets up a few rest stops and is always around watching out for you. Participants are able to ride at your own pace. Limit of 20-cyclist each event so book early. Arrangements for pickup at the Wassaic Metro-North Rail Station need to be done in advance.
Ed Fertik - CycleLogical Bike Tours, Philmont
[email]cyclelogical@aol.com[/email]
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Garden of Eating Tour
This 3rd annual, ten day, self-guided, driving tour, running from September 24th - October 3rd, 2010 will feature delicious, creative, and sustainable local food and products highlighting the best independent local farms and restaurants that Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, and Rensselaer Counties have to offer.
Guided Bird Walk
9am
$3/general
Join us for a light hike around Clermont’s grounds in search of the many varied species that call it home. Novices welcome!
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Kinderhook Reformed Church Historic Tours
10am-noon
A historic 1869 church building, a church that was organized by Dutch settlers in 1712. Sit in the pew which commemorates Martin Van Buren’s membership, and view the first Bible translated into Arabic by Cornelius Van Alen Van Dyck. Tours are every Saturday from July 4th weekend through Columbus Day weekend.
21 Broad Street, Kinderhook Village
518-758-6410
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Tours
11am-3pm
$20/adults, $10/children
Tours depart from the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on the hour and Village of Athens Waterfront Park on the half hour. Participants will be treated to a ten-minute boat ride on the Spirit of Hudson pontoon boat. Once at the lighthouse, Emily Brunner tells stories of living on the lighthouse as a young girl. Visitors also have the opportunity to climb the stairs to the lantern room and exit onto the galley for spectacular views of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River. Bring your camera and sense of adventure. Souvenirs are available. Make your reservations today.
Hudson-Athens Lighthouse Preservation Society
518-828-5294 or 518-822-1014
Third Sunday’s in the Country
Tour de Columbia County
$79/single, $139/couple
Welcome roadies! Don’t miss this monthly one day event with stunning views of mountain ranges, vast farms and pastures, quaint towns and villages, the Hudson Valley Rail Trail and a gorgeous lake. The terrain is rolling and challenging. The mileage options are 35, 43, or 50 for the hard core looking for a “half century.” The SAG support vehicle sets up a few rest stops and is always around watching out for you. Participants are able to ride at your own pace. Limit of 20-cyclist each event so book early. Arrangements for pickup at the Wassaic Metro-North Rail Station need to be done in advance.
Ed Fertik - CycleLogical Bike Tours, Philmont
[email]cyclelogical@aol.com[/email]
Legends of Candlelight Ghost Tours
6-10pm
$10/adults, $5/children and members
Candlelight tours of the museum and grounds, haunted by 200 years of ghosts from Clermont’s long history. This tour is a lively and engaging way to get in touch with history. Tours at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30; reservations encouraged.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Legends of Candlelight Ghost Tours
6-10pm
$10/adults, $5/children and members
Candlelight tours of the museum and grounds, haunted by 200 years of ghosts from Clermont’s long history. This tour is a lively and engaging way to get in touch with history. Tours at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30; reservations encouraged.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Legends of Candlelight Ghost Tours
6-10pm
$10/adults, $5/children and members
Candlelight tours of the museum and grounds, haunted by 200 years of ghosts from Clermont’s long history. This tour is a lively and engaging way to get in touch with history. Tours at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30; reservations encouraged.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Legends of Candlelight Ghost Tours
6-10pm
$10/adults, $5/children and members
Candlelight tours of the museum and grounds, haunted by 200 years of ghosts from Clermont’s long history. This tour is a lively and engaging way to get in touch with history. Tours at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30; reservations encouraged.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Halloween/Ghostie/Supernatural Superstitions Tour
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm & 2:30pm
$9/adults $8/students and seniors, free children under 12
Skeptics and believers alike are welcome to hear stories of the superstitious practices our ancestors used to ward off evil. Come join up to 13 others on a tour through Frederic Church’s home and history.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Rt 9G, Hudson
518-828-0135
Halloween/Ghostie/Supernatural Superstitions Tour
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm & 2:30pm
$9/adults $8/students and seniors, free children under 12
Skeptics and believers alike are welcome to hear stories of the superstitious practices our ancestors used to ward off evil. Come join up to 13 others on a tour through Frederic Church’s home and history.
Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Rt 9G, Hudson
518-828-0135
Candlelight Tours of Clermont
3-6pm
$6/adults, $5/seniors, Free children under 12
Enjoy a candlelight tour of the Livingston Mansion fully decorated for the holidays.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Christmas at Clermont Open House
11am-4pm
Visit the museum dressed in its holiday best. The luxurious decorations are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit with your family.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240
Christmas at Clermont Open House
11am-4pm
Visit the museum dressed in its holiday best. The luxurious decorations are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit with your family.
Clermont State Historic Site, off Route 9G, Clermont
518-537-4240