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The Weed That Took Over The World: Japanese Knotweed

March 21, 2019 By HVAadmin

The Weed That Took Over The World: Japanese Knotweed in the Wild and Scenic Housatonic Landscape presented by Tom Zetterstrom Japanese Knotweed is one of the most aggressive invasive weeds in our region and is particularly destructive to native habitats along streams and rivers. This talk examines the ecological impact of the ongoing Japanese Knotweed […]

Three Green Aliens

March 21, 2019 By HVAadmin

On Saturday, April 13 at 4 pm in the Cornwall Library, (30 Pine St, Cornwall, CT) Tom Zetterstrom will present a free slide show and talk about three aggressive alien plants, a shrub, a vine and an herbaceous thicket, that are invading and destroying our landscape.  This talk will examine the ecological impact both locally […]

Hike/Walk the Still River Greenway

May 17, 2018 By HVAadmin

Take a stroll along the Still River Greenway in Brookfield any time between 10 am and 2 pm, meet local conservation organizations, and win prizes! We hope to see you there! You can begin your hike on the South side of the Greenway, beginning near the police station & municipal center at the Rt. 7 […]

Paddle: In Search of Turtles

March 29, 2018 By HVAadmin

Trip Length: 3 – 4 miles            Level: Beginner (6+yrs) Paddle upstream from Woods Pond and back enjoying the Housatonic River as we search for painted and other turtle species basking along the river’s edge and learn about these ancient reptiles that are struggling to maintain their populations. This paddle trip is suitable for families with […]

HVA Beginner’s Paddle: Glendale Dam, Stockbridge

March 28, 2018 By HVAadmin

Want to be prepared for other paddle trips – experience canoeing – gain confidence? This is your chance! Join us to learn how to safely enter and exit a canoe, learn the basic strokes and how to steer and paddle safely. Led by HVA volunteer, Charles Murray, an experienced canoeist and ACA certified instructor. Suitable […]

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CONNECTICUT OFFICE
P.O. Box 28
150 Kent Road
Cornwall Bridge, CT 06754
T: (860) 672-6678
F: (860) 672-0162

MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE
P.O. Box 496
14 Main Street
Stockbridge, MA 01262
T: (413) 298-7024

NEW YORK OFFICE
P.O. Box 315
37 Furnace Bank Road
Wassaic, NY 12592
T: (845) 442-1039