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Late 19-century buildings line Lower Main Street in Callicoon. Here's an unusually peaceful moment—everyone's at the farmers' market.

CALLICOON, NY — Twenty-some years ago, I asked lifelong Callicoon resident Ed Curtis if the current boom would last. We’d just seen a big increase in home sales, after a long period of … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 11/25/20

Residents admire the river view at the potential new park in Callicoon.

Callicoon park project stalled for now

MONTICELLO, NY — Plans for a new park in Callicoon have hit a roadblock. A property purchase by the county that would have laid the groundwork for the new park in Callicoon was halted at … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 10/28/20

Metzger: Callicoon park nominated for $100k grant

CALLICOON, NY — A proposed park could get a financial shot in the arm, thanks to Sen. Jen Metzger. Located at the former Upper Delaware Campground, the tentatively named Riverside Park … more

10/21/20

The bridge across Calkins Creek in Milanville, PA.

Damascus: large township, large history

Damascus Township, the largest of the original townships created in 1798, is still the largest. Damascus was the site of many historic events, beginning with the first settlement of … more

By ANN O’HARA | 10/14/20

Japanese knotweed flowers in early September. Many parts of the Japanese Knotweed plant can be used in creating medicinial tinctures.

Tough Love: Japanese Knotweed

Japanese Knotweed is pervasive and pernicious in the Upper Delaware River Watershed. At this time of year, when it is in bloom, it seems to be everywhere along the river plain, and along many … more

By STEVEN SCHWARTZ | 9/23/20

The creatures among us

The Upper Delaware has always been known for its abundance. For its wildlife, for its natural resources, for its diversity of fish in lakes, streams and rivers. Inhabitants all, each lends its … more

9/23/20

Delaware River Basin Commission suspends approval of natural gas terminal

TRISTATE AREA — The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) on Thursday, September 10 voted to hold off on either approving or denying the permit for the proposed Gibbstown Liquefied … more

By OWEN WALSH | 9/10/20

I experience the natural world as a portal to deeper understanding of the self. I exist within it, and it exists within me.

Writing ‘River Talk’

What do snakes, insects and mushrooms have in common? For starters, each shares habitat with us here in the Upper Delaware River region and are active at this time of year, making it more likely we … more

By SANDY LONG | 8/19/20

The Cabrera group from Middletown, NY brought 20 people along to the Upper Delaware Council’s Family Raft Trip. Pictured are Julianna Cabrera, left, Sarah Steed, Makayla Cabrera, Pattie Cabrera and Joseph Cabrera preparing to launch from Lander’s Minisink Base.

'UDC holds 32nd annual raft trip' and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and community August 13 to 19 more

8/12/20

Photographers from around the globe travel to Kenoza Lake’s Stone Arch Bridge just for this very reason. Yes, the trees are that green. Scout’s honor!

Take a picture, it’ll last longer

That’s right, it’s a week later and I’m still searching for the “silver lining” alluded to in my last column. To that end, I’ve been hitting the road, taking long, … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 6/25/20

It is said that the early bird gets the worm, and here is ample proof! Local photographer David B. Soete recently captured this American robin with an abundant breakfast in its beak. Robins are one of the earliest birds to be encountered in the Upper Delaware River region in spring, brightening the local landscape with their cheerful song and orange breast. Keep in mind that robins forage heavily on lawns and are vulnerable to pesticides applied to such areas.

Birds and butterflies

Despite a slow beginning beset by fits and starts, spring is finally in full swing throughout the Upper Delaware River region. The bounty of birds and butterflies all about is a welcome boost to … more

By SANDY LONG | 6/10/20

You saved her life

Recently while working my garden near the Beaver Kill River in Cooks Falls, a passing black pickup slowed and stopped in front of where I was working. The darkened passenger window rolled down slowly … more

By RODNEY HARDER | 6/3/20

The Delaware River Watershed boundaries will be delineated by signs like this one in Delaware County.

Signs of the river

REGION – Not even everyone’s favorite digital go-to person, Alexa, can tell you where the boundaries of the Delaware River Watershed lie. The same is true for that other digital … more

By LINDA DROLLINGER | 5/12/20

No trailer launch at Ten Mile River Access

NARROWSBURG, NY — The National Park Service (NPS) has restricted boat launch capacity at the Delaware River’s Ten Mile River (TMR) Access Site to carry-in, hand launch of canoes, kayaks, … more

By LINDA DROLLINGER | 5/12/20

Evolution of a fly fisher

In his book, “Small in the Eye of a River,” my old friend Frank Mele wrote: “On having turned his 75th year in reasonably good health, any fly-fisher must feel immense gratitude for … more

By TONY BONAVIST | 2/26/20

The Honorable Steven Sauer, Town of Cochecton Town Justice, left, swears in Larry H. Richardson as 2020 chairperson of the Upper Delaware Council.

New UDC riverkeepers

Three government organizations responsible for overseeing the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River (UPDE) each introduced a new … more

By LINDA DROLLINGER | 2/12/20

Quiet pools are the best places for fishing blind.

Fly fishing blind

Sound like a strange title? Perhaps, yet it is the very method that fly fishers should adopt if they wish to maximize angling opportunities when fishing small flies, dun colored flies, or when … more

By TONY BONAVIST | 1/29/20

Nearly $10 million for conservation projects

TRENTON, NJ — When Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act on December 20, lawmakers also approved funding for a lot of non-military programs, including $9.7 million for the … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 12/31/19

People watching

People watching in the country is frightfully more diverting than its city counterpart. For in the Catskills, whilst we are exposed to new faces all the time, the old faces—the … more

By RICHARD TRAVISS | 11/6/19

Crossing the Delaware – one car at a time

LAKE HUNTINGTON, NY – Driving across the Delaware River between Skinners Falls, NY and Milanville, PA requires the ability to keep all four tires firmly planted on a series of parallel … more

By LINDA DROLLINGER | 10/16/19

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