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ADVOCACY EDUCATION PRESERVATION STEWARDSHIP

Author: 
DAlden

The Fourth was definitely with us on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail for the 2024 I Love My Park Day held on Saturday May 4th. Here are a few highlights.

Author: 
FOCAAdmin

The Friends sadly announce the passing of Mavis Cain, our longtime President since 2003, who resigned earlier this year at the hearty age of 96. Mavis served the Aqueduct trail community and the Friends with enthusiasm and purpose.

Many walkers remember Mavis first approaching them on the trail - and several eventually sat on the Friends’ Board! She walked the trail every day, and skied it in winter. Whether leading tours or entertaining crowds at her famous house parties, Mavis was dedicated to public service. She is deeply missed.

Author: 
FOCAAdmin

The Friends' own Sara Kelsey is featured in this short video by Chronicle 5 from WCVB Boston about the History of Sleepy Hollow.

 

Author: 
FOCAAdmin

In a dramatic moment on Sunday August 11th, firefighters were called to the Croton Dam to rescue a man who had fallen into the water below the spillway. Due to recent rains, the overflow at the spillway is very strong.

Author: 
FOCAAdmin

(image: Wikipedia. By Hugo L. González - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0)

After its recent designation as the Bronx's first and only New York City Scenic Landmark, over forty volunteers gathered on Friday July 26 to clean up trash and show the pocket park some love. News 12 reported that the event was coordinated by The Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition, partnering with the Fordham BID and the Kingsbridge Road Merchants Association. A group of teens from Curriculum Kween's also lent a hand, using brooms, pickers, trash bags and gloves.

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