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Black Rock Forest is a nearly 4000-acre natural living laboratory for field-based scientific research, conservation, and education. The Black Rock Forest Consortium is a unique alliance of colleges and universities, public and independent K-12 schools, and leading scientific and cultural institutions that operates the Black Rock Forest, located 50 miles north of New York City in the Hudson Highlands. The Forest features dramatic topography with over 1000 feet of relief, numerous lakes and streams, and high habitat and species diversity.
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"Activities in the Black Rock Forest include faculty and doctoral research, staff and teacher training, undergraduate education and research, and elementary, middle, and high school programs. The Consortium also emphasizes ecological resource management, “green” and “smart” construction, and environmental monitoring." In addition to the Black Rock Forest, the Hudson Highlands offers several state parks and protected areas where you can hike, enjoy nature walks and birding. In addition to hiking, several parks offer outdoor activities that will immerse you in the natural wonders of the Hudson Highlands. Find attractions and activities including
Hiking Harriman State Park Hiking Highland Lakes State Park Hiking Manitoga / Tours of Wright's Home Hiking Sterling Forest State Park Hiking Storm King Park Press blue button to learn more about Black Rock Forest in Cornwall, New York Highlands.
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