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Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center 
Update in response to COVID-19.

by Pammi Price · 20 May 2020

 
At Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center, our primary concern is the safety and health of our visitors and staff. 

To limit the potential spread of the Coronavirus, all publicly scheduled events are cancelled until further notice.
 
Our trails will remain open daily from sunrise to sunset, and we invite you to enjoy being outside to experience the magic of nature. We have a ½ mile inner loop and 1-mile outer loop of wetlands, forests and fields. There are still muddy spots, so wear appropriate footwear.

For the safety of all community members, we ask that you continue to practice appropriate "social distancing" (6′ apart, do not gather in groups, etc.) as you enjoy the many wonders of the Mud Creek trail. You can greet others along the trail with a wave and a smile, we can see it even if you are wearing a mask.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

About Mud Creek ELC

Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is located on the property of Columbia County Soil & Water Conservation District office. ELC consists of the nature trails behind the District building and an indoor classroom with the Hudson River Estuary exhibit room on the lower level of the District building. The lower level is handicap-accessible and is open Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.  

Mud Creek ELC offers a variety of hands-on, inquiry based, environmental education programs.  Our programs can be adapted to any grade level and integrated into various parts of your school's curriculum.  We are also available to develop programs to meet the needs of scout groups and other community organizations for both children and adults.

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The Mud Creek Trail

Mud Creek has a loop trail that traverse fields and wetland habitat. The trailhead starts to the left of the garage/pavilion and ends at the western edge of the parking lot. The inner loop is .6 miles and features numerous bridges and boardwalks. The outer loop is 1 mile and features an overlook of the county airport, Mud Creek, and rolling hills to the east. While hiking keep your eyes and ears open - Mud Creek is home to beavers, muskrats, rabbits, coyotes, lots of birds, and even a bobcat!  
The trails are open to the public daily from dawn to dusk. No reservation is necessary.
Download our Brochure for a trail map. 

Mud Creek Educational Programs 
There is limited program scheduling until further notice for both Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center on Route 66 in Ghent, as well as outreach programs at schools, libraries, etc. Please call for availability.
All programs are free of charge. 
If you wish to schedule a program for your
 class or group, please contact:


 Pamela Price, Certified Wildlife Biologist
 Education Program Coordinator

 Columbia County Soil and Water District

 Phone (518) 267-3313

 pamela.price@ccswcd.org

 REGARDING COVID-19 OUTBREAK:
Please contact Pamela Price for questions on scheduling or cancellations between March 16 and May 30.


 

                          Program Ideas

Water Quality
Pond/Stream Study
Life of a Tree
Sensing Nature
Wonderful Wetlands
Ecosystem Exploration
Animal Homes and Habitats
Tracks and Traces
Birds of Prey
Fall & Spring Bird Migration
Reptiles and Amphibians
Incredible Insects
Snowshoe Adventures
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