Monthly meetings where members teach the group something they know or are passionate about.
Themes can include anything, such as: history, science, politics, mechanics, cybersecurity, law, gardening, foraging, music, etc.
This month's topic: the Hudson River.
One of the most important and iconic waterways in North America. We’ll uncover how the river was formed by ancient glaciers, trace its journey from its source in the Adirondack Mountains to its meeting with the Atlantic Ocean, and explore the unique reason it can flow in two directions with the tides.
This talk will dive into the Hudson’s ecological past and present, examining the health of the river today compared to its industrial history, and highlighting the wildlife that makes this river so special. We’ll also discuss modern challenges facing the river, including the legacy of Indian Point, invasive species, and the impacts of sewage overflow systems, while considering what the future holds for this vital ecosystem right in our backyard.
All are welcome if you would like to listen, learn, and discuss about a vital resource that may be disappearing faster than we think!
Questions? Contact Julia: 845-546-1384.
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