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HVA’s Explore-a-thon

HVA’s Explore-a-thon

Housatonic Valley Association’s (HVA) Explore-a-thon event gets people outside to help support a healthy environment during the entire month of June!

Explore any part of the nearly 2,000 square mile, tri-state Housatonic River Watershed by doing things like hiking, biking, walking, taking photos, or just enjoying the scenery.

Go it alone or form a team and participate in fun competitions like most miles hiked, best team name, or best bird photo for prizes like REI and Patagonia gear, a guided overnight trip on the river, hiking boots, a private chef’s dinner for six at Troutbeck Hotel in the Hudson Valley, and more.

You can also visit one of our partner breweries and toast to the environment! All proceeds go toward HVA’s work in keeping our waterways, lands, and wildlife protected. Register today!

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