Changes of the Hudson River Over the Last 150 Years: Talk

Join Dan Miller, Habitat Restoration Coordinator, DEC Hudson River Estuary, for a fascinating look comparing historical and current maps of the Hudson River. He will speak about his work identifying opportunities to restore important habitats.

Waterfalls & Hydroelectric Plants: Tour and Talk

James Bell, hydraulic energy consultant, will lead a driving and walking tour of the 1908 hydroelectric plant in Schaghticoke, another plant in Middle Falls, and two plants in Greenwich. Walk a trail through forest leading to two scenic overlooks. Wear hiking shoes and bring cameras. After tour, adjourn to the Gallery Space, 111 Main Street, Greenwich, for discussion on history of water power in Rensselaer County. Feel free to join James for dinner in the eatery at same location after talk. Meet at Stewarts Shop, 62 Main Street, Schaghticoke, at 1:45 pm. Register: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (518) 859-4363.

Tomhannock Reservoir Clean-up:Volunteer Day

In observance of Earth Day, join us for our fifth annual clean-up of the shores of Tomhannock Reservoir, source of drinking water for 125,000 residents of Troy and other communities. Meet at NYS DEC public access parking lot on NYS Route 7 in Raymertown, just before the causeway over the reservoir. Groups will collect trash along a halfmile stretch of the shore. Garbage bags will be provided. Bring gloves. We will work regardless of weather, so dress appropriately. To register, contact Paul Schroeder at (518) 674-2480, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Sponsored by RLT and City of Troy.

Introduction to Wild Mushrooms Workshop

RLT is providing a series of opportunities to get to know the fungi with local mycologist Sue Van Hook. First up is this indoor workshop. Learn to identify the different groups of fungi in preparation for Sue’s outdoor mushroom walks in May (morel season) and in August (see below). Bring a notebook and pen. Sue will have copies of How to Identify Mushrooms to Genus I: Macroscopic Features by David L. Largent for sale ($20). Charge: $10/person, $15/couple. Kids free. Register: Marcy Steinberg at (518) 674-2171, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For info, visit: www.suevanhook.com