At the most recent Hudson River Valley Greenway meeting, they had a moment of silence after reading a Proclamation dedicated to Frank Bergman and his service on behalf of the Greenway and the river he loved. Click the link to see and download the proclamation. HRV Greenway_ Proclamation for Frank Bergman – November 2018
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Hudson River Water Quality and Proposed Storm Surge Barrier
The latest Hudson River water quality data and the threat of NY Harbor storm surge barriers – The following information is a response from Riverkeeper to a question about swimming in the Hudson River asked at our July meeting at Minisceongo Yacht Club. Riverkeeper and our partners sampled more than 410 locations in the Hudson…
Possible LED light interference with VHF Radio
Could Those LED Lights on the Boat Be Causing Your VHF Radio or AIS to go on the Fritz? U.S. Coast Guard issues Marine Safety Alert on potential interference problem ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 30, 2018 – With their low battery draw, cooler operation and sturdy construction, LED lights have been popular with recreational boaters. The…
Historic Bridges of the Hudson Valley
The Hudson River is spanned by six bridges that are part of the New York State Bridge Authority. Bear Mountain Bridge, Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, Mid-Hudson Bridge, Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, Rip Van Winkle Bridge and the Walkway Over the Hudson (formerly the Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge) Each Bridge is unique in its history and engineering. As boaters we travel…
Minutes for July 31, 2018 Association Meeting
HRB&YC REGULAR MEMBER MEETING July, 2018 Minisceongo Yacht Club Present: Board Members: Jerry Silverman, Jay Melnick, Janice Anderson, Coulter Young, Peter Alfieri. 15 Clubs and 1 Associate represented. Meeting called to order 8:05PM, after a very tasty repast provided by the members of the Minisceongo Yacht Club & served by the club social committee. Lucked…