In celebration of the Ashokan Rail Trail’s sixth anniversary, WLC collaborated with CPW: Center for Photography at Woodstock and KATrail.org to launch the Happy Trails Photo Contest last fall. The submissions are in, and the judges are ready to announce winners in each category as well as a Best in Show at the Exhibit Opening and Awards Ceremony. Join us March 7 from 3-5 p.m. for an afternoon of celebrating the art of the ART.

Explore what we understand about the Sawkill through the perspectives of local scientists, stewards, artists, and community members, followed by a community Q&A. Afterward, we’ll invite attendees to join a free stream literacy program, where volunteers will learn to survey stream features at three reaches of the Sawkill beginning in May. This event serves as the kickoff for Mapping the Sawkill, a year-long series of workshops and art that will culminate in an exhibition at WAAM, facilitated by local artist Jennifer Zackin.

Join us on Saturday, March 28, from 12–3 PM to learn how native shrubs and trees help repair and protect local stream banks, helping to create important habitat for native species and improve our watershed. WLC’s Stewardship Manager, Melissa Peterson, will guide participants through proper planting and care as well as strategies for reducing deer pressure and improving plant longevity. Open to all ages, this workshop blends hands-on habitat restoration with educational activities. Please bring gloves, tick protection, and closed-toe shoes. Waterproof shoes are encouraged.