Wildflower Hike with Tom Phillips through Mattison Hollow, Sunday, May 22, 1 to 3 pm. The annual spring wildflower walk. We will hike toward the Taconic Crest on the Mattison Hollow Trail which has interesting early spring flowers along a scenic stream with several small waterfalls. [private]We’ll also listen and search for migrating song birds and warblers. We may also look for old charcoal kilns, remnants of an old Rensselaer County industry. Meet at Berlin Central School on Route 22 at 1 pm; we will carpool to the trail head. There is moderately steep climbing, so sturdy footwear, snacks and water are recommended. $5, members free. To register, contact Phillips at mossvet@nycap.rr.com.
Learn Basic Mushroom Identification with Mycologist Sue Van Hook in the Classroom, Tuesday, June 7, 7 to 8:30 pm. Learn the basics of mushroom identification and absorb Van Hook’s enthusiasm for their beauty and diversity. Your walks in the woods will be changed forever. $10. Shea Hall at Sage College in Troy. To register, contact Marcy Steinberg at marcygs@aol.com, 518-674-2171, or at www.renstrust.org.
Fly Fishing for Women with Trout Unlimited. Saturday, June 11 from 2 to 5 pm. Think fly fishing is just for men? Think again! In this hands-on workshop, learn the basics from an experienced fly fisherwoman. No experience required! Rods, reels, waders and flies provided. $10 non-members, $5 members of Trout Unlimited or Rensselaer Land Trust. To register, contact Jenny Prazak, jprazak@vha.com or 908-803-0247 (cell). More details at www.renstrust.org.[/private]
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Brunswick Town Board Highlights
by Denise Wright The March 13th Brunswick Town Board meeting was filled with conversation and resulted in the passing of two resolutions. During the Building and Codes report, 25 building property inspections and 22 follow-up complaints were reported for the month of February. The State Uniform Code Administration Compliance Report has been prepared. The historian […]
March 21st, 2025 Edition
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Stephentown Board Highlights
by Denise Wright The Stephentown Board’s St. Patrick’s Day meeting began with a moment of silence to honor former town board member Gerry Robinson. Robinson focused on “improving local service opportunities, protecting Stephentown’s unique rural environment, and increasing local jobs and amenities by encouraging economic development appropriate to the size, atmosphere, and well-being of our […]
School News
Berlin School Board Appoints New Superintendent
Submitted by BCSD Communications The Berlin Central School District Board of Education selected Mr. Kenneth Rizzo to be its next superintendent of schools, effective July 1st. Mr. Rizzo was unanimously appointed by the board at its meeting on March 6th. You must be logged in to view this article.
Wildcats Compete at the New York State Indoor Track Championships
Hoosick Falls CSD Indoor Track Submitted by HFCSD Communications The Wildcats put forth a great effort at the New York State Indoor Track Championships on March 8th. The girls 4×400, consisting of Emma Waugh, Mihaly Blake, Ava Salvsevold, and Erin Conety, had a huge upset in their race. Going in as the underdogs, the girls […]
Winter Scholar Athletes and Varsity Teams
Brunswick CSD Submitted by Brunswick CSD Communications Brunswick CSD is proud to announce its winter Scholar Athlete sports teams for the 2024-2025 season. The school fielded seven varsity teams, including Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Boys Wrestling, Competitive Cheerleading, Unified Bowling, Boys Indoor Track, and Girls Indoor Track. In addition to the exciting lineup of winter […]