Black Rock Forest
@blackrockforest.bsky.social
Our mission is to advance scientific understanding of the natural world through #research, #education, and #conservation & maintain our 3920-acre #Forest.
www.blackrockforest.org
www.blackrockforest.org
Black Rock Forest is closed November 15 through December 7 for the NYS Regular Deer Hunting Season.
The Forest will reopen to the public on Monday, December 8th at sunrise.
For more information on deer management, visit our website:
www.blackrockforest.org/research/con...
The Forest will reopen to the public on Monday, December 8th at sunrise.
For more information on deer management, visit our website:
www.blackrockforest.org/research/con...
November 14, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Black Rock Forest is closed November 15 through December 7 for the NYS Regular Deer Hunting Season.
The Forest will reopen to the public on Monday, December 8th at sunrise.
For more information on deer management, visit our website:
www.blackrockforest.org/research/con...
The Forest will reopen to the public on Monday, December 8th at sunrise.
For more information on deer management, visit our website:
www.blackrockforest.org/research/con...
We're hiring! 📢 Join the BRF Education team as a Part-Time Outdoor Educator for 2026.
Do you love connecting K-12 students with nature through hands-on science?
➡️ Submit via our website! Applications due 11/30. #OutdoorEducation #Hiring #BlackRockForest #K12Science
Do you love connecting K-12 students with nature through hands-on science?
➡️ Submit via our website! Applications due 11/30. #OutdoorEducation #Hiring #BlackRockForest #K12Science
November 10, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We're hiring! 📢 Join the BRF Education team as a Part-Time Outdoor Educator for 2026.
Do you love connecting K-12 students with nature through hands-on science?
➡️ Submit via our website! Applications due 11/30. #OutdoorEducation #Hiring #BlackRockForest #K12Science
Do you love connecting K-12 students with nature through hands-on science?
➡️ Submit via our website! Applications due 11/30. #OutdoorEducation #Hiring #BlackRockForest #K12Science
Acorns are a vital food source for many of our resident wildlife, but production can vary drastically year to year. We've monitored acorn production for decades to better understand, and this year, our oaks produced practically zero acorns 🌰. We'll see what this means for our wildlife this winter!
November 7, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Acorns are a vital food source for many of our resident wildlife, but production can vary drastically year to year. We've monitored acorn production for decades to better understand, and this year, our oaks produced practically zero acorns 🌰. We'll see what this means for our wildlife this winter!
The Fall Newsletter is OUT! 🍁 Feat: Riverdale students doing salamander research, a recap from @hannahgais.bsky.social , and forest updates. Read it now: www.blackrockforest.org/newsletter #BlackRockForest #FieldResearch #Science #FieldStation
November 5, 2025 at 2:59 PM
The Fall Newsletter is OUT! 🍁 Feat: Riverdale students doing salamander research, a recap from @hannahgais.bsky.social , and forest updates. Read it now: www.blackrockforest.org/newsletter #BlackRockForest #FieldResearch #Science #FieldStation
This Halloween, beware the forest's "tree-vampire"—the invasive Spotted Lanternfly 🧛♂️. They pierce and drain sap from our trees, leaving sticky honeydew behind.
To learn more: www.lhprism.org/spotted-lant... #BlackRockForest #SpottedLanternfly #InvasiveSpecies
To learn more: www.lhprism.org/spotted-lant... #BlackRockForest #SpottedLanternfly #InvasiveSpecies
October 31, 2025 at 1:03 PM
This Halloween, beware the forest's "tree-vampire"—the invasive Spotted Lanternfly 🧛♂️. They pierce and drain sap from our trees, leaving sticky honeydew behind.
To learn more: www.lhprism.org/spotted-lant... #BlackRockForest #SpottedLanternfly #InvasiveSpecies
To learn more: www.lhprism.org/spotted-lant... #BlackRockForest #SpottedLanternfly #InvasiveSpecies
It's #BatWeek !🦇 Did you know Black Rock Forest is a crucial haven for these incredible creatures? Surveys suggest BRF is home to EIGHT of the 9 bat species known to reside in New York State! Let's celebrate these vital, insect-eating neighbors. #BlackRockForest #WildlifeConservation
October 24, 2025 at 7:44 PM
It's #BatWeek !🦇 Did you know Black Rock Forest is a crucial haven for these incredible creatures? Surveys suggest BRF is home to EIGHT of the 9 bat species known to reside in New York State! Let's celebrate these vital, insect-eating neighbors. #BlackRockForest #WildlifeConservation
Join "The Shotgun Scientist," Dr. Patterson, here on Saturday, Nov 8th (10:00 AM) for a FREE talk! Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/roots-of-r... #BlackRockForest #TheShotgunScientist
October 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Join "The Shotgun Scientist," Dr. Patterson, here on Saturday, Nov 8th (10:00 AM) for a FREE talk! Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/roots-of-r... #BlackRockForest #TheShotgunScientist
Explore the science behind the scenery! Join our October 25 guided 6+ mile hike to see fall foliage and learn about the forest’s ongoing research and restoration efforts.
Space is limited - register today: www.blackrockforest.org/event/peaks-...
Space is limited - register today: www.blackrockforest.org/event/peaks-...
Peaks & Foliage: Exploring Forest Science - Black Rock Forest
Join us for a vigorous 6+ mile hike through Black Rock Forest, featuring breathtaking views from Split Rock and Black Rock Mountain. Along the way, we’ll traverse forest trails and […]
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October 10, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Explore the science behind the scenery! Join our October 25 guided 6+ mile hike to see fall foliage and learn about the forest’s ongoing research and restoration efforts.
Space is limited - register today: www.blackrockforest.org/event/peaks-...
Space is limited - register today: www.blackrockforest.org/event/peaks-...
Due to Sept. low rainfall (just 1.4" — less than half of normal!), New York is under a temporary burn ban until October 15th. 🔥 Dry conditions & gusty winds mean fires spread quickly. Help us protect the forest by conserving water 💧 & complying with the ban! #BlackRockForest #Conservation #BurnBan
October 3, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Due to Sept. low rainfall (just 1.4" — less than half of normal!), New York is under a temporary burn ban until October 15th. 🔥 Dry conditions & gusty winds mean fires spread quickly. Help us protect the forest by conserving water 💧 & complying with the ban! #BlackRockForest #Conservation #BurnBan
Thanks to everyone who joined our Friends of the Forest Hike last Sat! 💚 We loved connecting & sharing latest science updates. We discussed the spread of beech leaf disease, the science of changing leaf colors, and even got to see (and pet!) local bees. #BlackRockForest #FriendsOfTheForest
October 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Thanks to everyone who joined our Friends of the Forest Hike last Sat! 💚 We loved connecting & sharing latest science updates. We discussed the spread of beech leaf disease, the science of changing leaf colors, and even got to see (and pet!) local bees. #BlackRockForest #FriendsOfTheForest
It was great to be at #OBFS2025, connecting with colleagues and collaborators from field stations around the world at Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. We're proud to represent the education and research work happening at Black Rock Forest! #science #conference #rmbl #fieldstation #obfs
September 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
It was great to be at #OBFS2025, connecting with colleagues and collaborators from field stations around the world at Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. We're proud to represent the education and research work happening at Black Rock Forest! #science #conference #rmbl #fieldstation #obfs
New paper from @hannamakowski.bsky.social ! They studied tiny hairs on the American Bellflower and found that longer hairs promote self-fertilization, while faster hair retraction helps attract #pollinators to ensure outcrossing. bsapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
September 12, 2025 at 3:44 PM
New paper from @hannamakowski.bsky.social ! They studied tiny hairs on the American Bellflower and found that longer hairs promote self-fertilization, while faster hair retraction helps attract #pollinators to ensure outcrossing. bsapubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Our 6th Annual Friends of the Forest Hike on Saturday, September 27th! This exclusive event for FOF to learn about wild bees, tree phenology, and forest restoration from scientists.
Space is limited! Register individually: www.blackrockforest.org/events #Research #Conservation #Science
Space is limited! Register individually: www.blackrockforest.org/events #Research #Conservation #Science
September 11, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Our 6th Annual Friends of the Forest Hike on Saturday, September 27th! This exclusive event for FOF to learn about wild bees, tree phenology, and forest restoration from scientists.
Space is limited! Register individually: www.blackrockforest.org/events #Research #Conservation #Science
Space is limited! Register individually: www.blackrockforest.org/events #Research #Conservation #Science
We’re so thrilled to share this beautiful day with 28 educators on our 2025 Educator Open House. We talked updates, heard from veteran teachers on their many stories of the benefits of outdoor learning, and experienced the benefits of nature firsthand on our guided exploration of the Forest.
August 29, 2025 at 8:55 PM
We’re so thrilled to share this beautiful day with 28 educators on our 2025 Educator Open House. We talked updates, heard from veteran teachers on their many stories of the benefits of outdoor learning, and experienced the benefits of nature firsthand on our guided exploration of the Forest.
🍕🔥✨ Wood-fired pizza, a bonfire, and live music… all in the heart of Black Rock Forest.
Join us Saturday, Sept 20 for Into the Woods! 🌲🌌
Get your tickets now → app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
Join us Saturday, Sept 20 for Into the Woods! 🌲🌌
Get your tickets now → app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
August 27, 2025 at 5:34 PM
🍕🔥✨ Wood-fired pizza, a bonfire, and live music… all in the heart of Black Rock Forest.
Join us Saturday, Sept 20 for Into the Woods! 🌲🌌
Get your tickets now → app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
Join us Saturday, Sept 20 for Into the Woods! 🌲🌌
Get your tickets now → app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/...
The native pollinator garden is in full swing! 🌻 We're seeing everything from 🐝 bees to butterflies on our latest blooms, including New England aster and Common boneset. There's still time to catch the Cardinal flower, Great blue lobelia, and more! #BlackRockForest #PollinatorGarden #NativeFlowers
August 22, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The native pollinator garden is in full swing! 🌻 We're seeing everything from 🐝 bees to butterflies on our latest blooms, including New England aster and Common boneset. There's still time to catch the Cardinal flower, Great blue lobelia, and more! #BlackRockForest #PollinatorGarden #NativeFlowers
We’re hiring -- please share!
Join us this winter as a #wildlife #ecology technician. 6 months at $18/hr with subsidized housing available. Maintain a #cameratrap array, #bobcat and #fisher live trapping transects, and #telemetry. More: blackrockforest.org/work_with_us
Join us this winter as a #wildlife #ecology technician. 6 months at $18/hr with subsidized housing available. Maintain a #cameratrap array, #bobcat and #fisher live trapping transects, and #telemetry. More: blackrockforest.org/work_with_us
August 18, 2025 at 3:45 PM
We’re hiring -- please share!
Join us this winter as a #wildlife #ecology technician. 6 months at $18/hr with subsidized housing available. Maintain a #cameratrap array, #bobcat and #fisher live trapping transects, and #telemetry. More: blackrockforest.org/work_with_us
Join us this winter as a #wildlife #ecology technician. 6 months at $18/hr with subsidized housing available. Maintain a #cameratrap array, #bobcat and #fisher live trapping transects, and #telemetry. More: blackrockforest.org/work_with_us
✨ An Enchanting Evening in the Forest ✨ Join us for a special dinner under the stars! 🍂 Enjoy wood-fired pizza, a bonfire, live music on Sat, Sept 20. Space is limited -- reserve by Sept 13! www.blackrockforest.org/event/into-t... #BlackRockForest #FallFoliage #HudsonValley
Into the Woods: Dinner Under The Stars at Black Rock Forest - Black Rock Forest
Join us for a magical evening in the heart of the Forest on Saturday September 20, 2025! Guests will enjoy views of Arthur’s Pond from the grounds of the Stone […]
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August 15, 2025 at 1:33 PM
✨ An Enchanting Evening in the Forest ✨ Join us for a special dinner under the stars! 🍂 Enjoy wood-fired pizza, a bonfire, live music on Sat, Sept 20. Space is limited -- reserve by Sept 13! www.blackrockforest.org/event/into-t... #BlackRockForest #FallFoliage #HudsonValley
Join archaeologist Dana Linck & BRF historian John Brady on August 22, 9-11:30 AM, for a hands-on archaeology volunteer event! ⛏️ Help us uncover local history by digging & cataloging artifacts. Learn more & register: www.blackrockforest.org/event/archae... #Archaeology #Volunteer
Archaeology Volunteer Event - Black Rock Forest
Volunteer with Archaeologist Dana Linck and BRF Forest Historian John Brady at the “Bearmore Site” named after the family thought to have lived there. Volunteers will continue digging test pits, […]
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August 8, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Join archaeologist Dana Linck & BRF historian John Brady on August 22, 9-11:30 AM, for a hands-on archaeology volunteer event! ⛏️ Help us uncover local history by digging & cataloging artifacts. Learn more & register: www.blackrockforest.org/event/archae... #Archaeology #Volunteer
Free Guided Hike for Newburgh residents! 🌳 Explore our Forest with expert staff on Wed, Aug 13. Learn about plants, animals, & more!
🚌 Pick up at Newburgh Armory: 9:00
🚌 Return: 1:30 PM
Must register via QR code! Contact Diana Bernal: 845-245-4035 or dbernal@newburgharmory.org. #Hiking #NewburghNY
🚌 Pick up at Newburgh Armory: 9:00
🚌 Return: 1:30 PM
Must register via QR code! Contact Diana Bernal: 845-245-4035 or dbernal@newburgharmory.org. #Hiking #NewburghNY
August 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Free Guided Hike for Newburgh residents! 🌳 Explore our Forest with expert staff on Wed, Aug 13. Learn about plants, animals, & more!
🚌 Pick up at Newburgh Armory: 9:00
🚌 Return: 1:30 PM
Must register via QR code! Contact Diana Bernal: 845-245-4035 or dbernal@newburgharmory.org. #Hiking #NewburghNY
🚌 Pick up at Newburgh Armory: 9:00
🚌 Return: 1:30 PM
Must register via QR code! Contact Diana Bernal: 845-245-4035 or dbernal@newburgharmory.org. #Hiking #NewburghNY
We're happy to share a new publication led by Lindsay McCulloch and co-authors (including former BRF staff!) in @funecology.bsky.social on the potential for canopy tree 🌳 mortality to affect soil fungal 🍄 diversity. To learn more, read here: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
Loss of dominant tree‐mycorrhizal mutualism increases soil fungal diversity and alters community structure
Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.
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August 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
We're happy to share a new publication led by Lindsay McCulloch and co-authors (including former BRF staff!) in @funecology.bsky.social on the potential for canopy tree 🌳 mortality to affect soil fungal 🍄 diversity. To learn more, read here: besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#Dragonfly mating behaviors & reproductive bio are incredibly complex & borderline weird! @cuny.edu and @amnh.org grad student Kate Montana investigates this with support from our small grants program. Her team in the @jessicalwarelab.bsky.social has documented 25+ spp of dragonflies in our Forest
July 25, 2025 at 1:48 PM
#Dragonfly mating behaviors & reproductive bio are incredibly complex & borderline weird! @cuny.edu and @amnh.org grad student Kate Montana investigates this with support from our small grants program. Her team in the @jessicalwarelab.bsky.social has documented 25+ spp of dragonflies in our Forest
It was great to hear Dr. LaDeau speak about this project at our Newburgh Teacher Center course on July 1st!
In partnership with Scenic Hudson, Cary's Shannon LaDeau is exploring how the expansion of urban green spaces is impacting #biodiversity and residents in the River Cities of Kingston, Newburgh, and Poughkeepsie, NY. @scenichudson.bsky.social
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Cary partners with Scenic Hudson on project exploring urban biodiversity
With more than half of all people living in cities, urban green spaces and the benefits they provide — including cooling, mitigating floods, and filtering water — are increasing in importance. Many ci...
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July 11, 2025 at 5:35 PM
It was great to hear Dr. LaDeau speak about this project at our Newburgh Teacher Center course on July 1st!
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Thunderstorms are a major — and growing — threat to tropical trees, reports a new analysis in Ecology Letters led by Cary’s @evangora.bsky.social. Insights are critical to guiding decisions about forest restoration and conservation www.caryinstitute.org/news-insight...
Thunderstorms are a major driver of tree death in tropical forests
Trees in tropical forests are dying at an increased rate, with consequences for biodiversity, carbon storage, and the global climate. While deforestation is the primary cause of forest loss, intact fo...
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July 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Thunderstorms are a major — and growing — threat to tropical trees, reports a new analysis in Ecology Letters led by Cary’s @evangora.bsky.social. Insights are critical to guiding decisions about forest restoration and conservation www.caryinstitute.org/news-insight...
Free for Newburgh residents! 🚌 Guided hike at Black Rock Forest on Wed, July 16. Bus from #Newburgh Armory (9 AM pick-up). Explore plants, animals, water with expert staff! Register via QR code. #NewburghNY #Hiking #BlackRockForest
July 11, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Free for Newburgh residents! 🚌 Guided hike at Black Rock Forest on Wed, July 16. Bus from #Newburgh Armory (9 AM pick-up). Explore plants, animals, water with expert staff! Register via QR code. #NewburghNY #Hiking #BlackRockForest