http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog All of The Hudson Valley Sun, 04 May 2008 07:07:24 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This from the Hudson Valley Wine and Grape Association Poughkeepsie, NY , April 29, 2008: Brook in Waterland in Rhinebeck New York was the setting Saturday, April 26th for the 4th Annual Hudson Valley Wine Competition. This competition highlights the Hudson Valley Regions wines and the growing interest the public has ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/winners-of-the-4th-annual-hudson-valley-wine-competition-194/ For those of you who enjoy a nature walk with the littles ones, Mohonk Preserve has something for you. Toddlers on the Trail – Wildflowers and Critter Walk. Monday, May 19th, 10am-12noon. Join Debbie Biltonen, a local naturalist, and her toddler son and explore the forest searching for wildflowers and critters. Ages ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/critters-wildflowers-and-toddlers-193/ There is no shortage of great and even dramatic views of the Hudson River. Which is the best? Well, that depends on where in the Hudson Valley you are from or which part of the Hudson River you like best. I have a few favorite viewing places of my own. The ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/a-passion-for-hudson-river-vistas-192/ The Hudson Valley has been significantly affected by water pollution that presents a real threat to drinking water, public health and the environment. The impact of this water contamination has been felt by too many communities and as the Hudson Valley grows, it’s important that we protect our precious ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/congressman-john-hall-on-hudson-valley-water-pollution-191/ Most purists out there have learned from experience to stay away from the recycled motor oil that most movie theaters pawn off as butter for your popcorn. I’m not quite sure what that stuff is made of but it almost always leaves a nasty after-taste in your mouth that lasts ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/real-butter-on-your-popcorn-in-rhinebeck-190/ Congressional Hearing In East Fishkill A field hearing will be held at 9:30 a.m. April 11 in East Fishkill town hall to examine water pollution and cleanup in the Hudson Valley. The Hopewell Precision Superfund Site will be discussed. By attending this very important hearing you will show EPA and everyone ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/get-out-for-hopewell-junction-clean-water-189/ I found this really great photo of a Hudson Valley sunrise. Actually, I should not have found it. It should have been offered up by my son who took the photo. Anyway, a thing of beauty is a thing of beauty no matter how it finds you. You can see it on ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/cool-hudson-valley-sunrise-188/ As you may know there has been a longstanding campaign in the Poughkeepsie area to revitalize the old Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge. To fix it up and make it usable for both strolling and cycling. The idea is to make it a Hudson Valley tourist attraction and thereby not only revitalize ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/187-187/ Yes, I admit that I am a sausage, wurst, and hot dog freak. I say this without remorse and with taste glands salivating. I grew up in a cultural melting pot dominated by a mix of European immigrants. Just as mixed and varied were the pungent aromas that emanated from the ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/hudson-valley-sojourners-fetish-186/ If you are gearing up for summer and are looking for the consummate list of state parks, beaches, and more, then take a click over to the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. They have information on state parks in the Hudson Valley and all over the ... http://www.hudsonvalleysojourner.com/blog/new-york-state-parks-185/