Hudson Mohawk Magazine
7,530 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsHudson Mohawk Magazine is a local volunteer-produced news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcasted from The Sanctuary for Independent Media on WOOC 105.3 FM.
Thanks to listeners like you, the Sanctuary is able to use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.
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PS21: an Art Space Between Rolling Hills and Blooming Trees
May 20, 2022 17:53 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBPS21: Performance Spaces for the 21st Century is located in Chatham, NY. The state-of-the-art theater is open and connected to the beautiful nature around it. Performances are brought in from Nigeria, Ukraine, South Korea, France, and etc., with an additional component that focuses on community engagement and reaching out to long-time local residents. Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Sina Basila Hickey went to PS21 to talk with Elena Siyanko, Executive and Artistic Director. For more information: ht...
Pinkster, an Historic African-American Celebration, Returns
May 20, 2022 16:24 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MBDid you know that Dutch colonies had an annual spring event that allowed enslaved people to gather in large groups with free Blacks? The historic "Pinkster" tradition will be celebrated in Albany on June 4th at Schuyler Mansion, with an online workshop on Wed 5/25 that will explore the tradition's background and importance. Find out more as Cordell Reaves of the New York State office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation talks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel. Also ...
Pinkster, a Historic African-American Celebration, Returns
May 20, 2022 16:24 - 10 minutes - 9.88 MBDid you know that Dutch colonies had an annual spring event that allowed enslaved people to gather in large groups with free Blacks? The historic "Pinkster" tradition will be celebrated in Albany on June 4th at Schuyler Mansion, with an online workshop on Wed 5/25 that will explore the tradition's background and importance. Find out more as Cordell Reaves of the New York State office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation talks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel. Also ...
Vigil for Meghan Marohn at Shaker High - Shannon Faulkner
May 20, 2022 02:23 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBMeghan Marohn, a Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer, has been missing since March 27, 2022. Last Friday, a vigil was held at Shaker High, where she is a teacher. Her brother Peter Naple, students, administrators, colleagues and friends spoke. Today we air a speech by Meghan's friend and former teaching colleague, Shannon Faulkner. This was an excerpt of the vigil at Shaker High School for Meghan Marohn recorded by Elizabeth Press. For information related to helping find Meghan, visit findmeghan...
Shades of Cocoa, May 19, 2022
May 20, 2022 00:36 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBIn this week's segment showcasing a community organization, Shades of Cocoa Co-founders Debra Garrett and Carolyn Hopkins-Lewis talk with HMM Producer Cathy Silber about the vital importance of self-love to girls of color and the work of S.O.C. to help foster it. https://www.shadesofcocoa.org/
HMM 05 - 19 - 22
May 20, 2022 00:13 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with the legislative advocacy unveiled at the 40th birthday party for New York’s bottle bill, brought to us by Mark Dunlea. Then, Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry talks with Albany’s Brother Minister X about his impressions of Malcolm X, on what would have been his 97th birthday. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey talks with D Colin, artist in residence at the Fish Market in Troy. After that, Brea Barthel visits the open house of the Vegeta...
Earth Day at Oakwood / FOCUS Lab 2
May 19, 2022 22:13 - 9 minutes - 8.78 MBAn environmentally concerned group of youth of Earth Day at Oakwood, a collaboration between Rensselaer Youth Outdoors and Oakwood Community Center, headed to downtown Troy to visit FOCUS Lab. Accessorized with microphones, they asked questions about the exhibition and the past, present, and future of the Hudson River. There they interviewed Reif Larson of Future of Small Cities Institute and Jacob Baldwin.
Earth Day at Oakwood / FOCUS Lab 1
May 19, 2022 22:13 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MBAn environmentally concerned group of youth of Earth Day at Oakwood, a collaboration between Rensselaer Youth Outdoors and Oakwood Community Center, headed to downtown Troy to visit FOCUS Lab. Accessorized with microphones, they asked questions about the exhibition and the past, present, and future of the Hudson River. There they interviewed Reif Larson of Future of Small Cities Institute and Jacob Baldwin.
Community Engagement with Art at the Fisk Market with D Colin
May 19, 2022 19:01 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBD Colin is the current artist in residence at the Fish Market (presented by the Arts Center of the Capital Region), a repurposed location that serves as a space for arts community engagement. Visitors can see D's process of creating paintings and there are also chances for poetry and writing sessions. Sina Basila Hickey interviewed D about her residency.
Community Engagement with Art at the Fish Market with D Colin
May 19, 2022 19:01 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBD Colin is the current artist in residence at the Fish Market (presented by the Arts Center of the Capital Region), a repurposed location that serves as a space for arts community engagement. Visitors can see D's process of creating paintings and there are also chances for poetry and writing sessions. Sina Basila Hickey interviewed D about her residency.
Albany School Gardens
May 19, 2022 16:01 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBLearn about the Vegetable Project, a nonprofit that involves students at Albany's Myers Middle School and high school in growing and eating new types of food. Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel talked with board members and volunteers at an open house on May 5th to hear about the importance of the program. . . and to taste the yummy food. Interviewees are Kee Kee Soto, AJ Soto, Bill Stoneman, Amy Jesaitis, and Timitra Rose. For more details, visit vegetableproject.org.
Albany school gardens
May 19, 2022 16:01 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBLearn about the Vegetable Project, a nonprofit that involves students at Albany's Myers Middle School and high school in growing and eating new types of food. Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel talked with board members and volunteers at an open house on May 5th to hear about the importance of the program. . . and to taste the yummy food. Interviewees are Kee Kee Soto, AJ Soto, Bill Stoneman, Amy Jesaitis, and Tamitha Rose. For more details, visit vegetableproject.org.
Malcolm X's Birthday (May 19) with Brother Minister X of Albany
May 19, 2022 05:07 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBMay 19, 2022 is the birthday of Bro. Malcolm X. If he was alive today, he would be 97 years old. He was killed at 39 on February 21, 1965, while addressing his Organization of Afro-American Unity at the Audubon Ballroom in Washington Heights in New York City. Willie Terry interviews Brother Minister X about his impressions of Malcolm X.
MALCOLM X BIRTHDAY (May 19) Brother Minister X of Albany
May 19, 2022 05:07 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBToday, May 19, 2022, is the birthday of Bro. Malcolm X. If he was alive today, he would be 95 years old. On February 21, 1965, in Memphis, while standing out of his hotel balcony, in Memphis In Willie's labor segment today, he interviewed Brother Minister X about his impression of Malcolm X.
HMM 05 - 18 - 22
May 18, 2022 23:11 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Blair Horner of NYPIRG providing an update on legislative redistricting. Then, Matt Weinstein of Brooklyn for Peace discusses more military aid for Ukraine. Later on, we hear from Martin Luther King III speaking at Siena College about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice.” After that, the Earth Day at Oakwood youth group report from the FOCUS Lab. Finally, we finish with a segment from our archives with Meg Marohn, who is still mi...
Advocates Call to Expand Bottle Bill on 40th Anniversary
May 18, 2022 21:35 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBAdvocates gathered at the State Capitol on May 18th to observe the 40th anniversary of the Bottle Bill and to urge lawmakers to increase the deposit to 10 cents and to expand it to include other containers such as wine, liquor, and noncarbonated beverages. We hear from Ryan Carson of NYPIRG; Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics; As. Engelbright and Sen. May; and the Redemption Association. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Advocates Call To Expand Bottle Bill On 40th Anniversary
May 18, 2022 21:35 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBAdvocates gathered at the State Capitol on May 18th to observe the 40th anniversary of the Bottle Bill and to urge lawmakers to increase the deposit to 10 cents and to expand it to include other containers such as wine, liquor, and noncarbonated beverages. We hear from Ryan Carson of NYPIRG; Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics; As. Engelbright and Sen. May; and the Redemption Association. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Save the Pine Bush: Update on Costco & Solar Farm
May 18, 2022 19:32 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBLynne Jackson of Save the Pine Bush discusses the recent appellate division ruling against their challenge to Guilderland approving further development in the Pine Bush for an office park, apartment complex, and Costco. She also talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their opposition to a solar farm in the pine bush in Colonie.
Save The Pine Bush Update Costco, Solar Farm
May 18, 2022 19:32 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBLynne Jackson of Save the Pine Bush discusses the recent appellate division ruling against their challenge to Guilderland approving further development in the Pine Bush for an office park, apartment complex, and Costco. She also talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their opposition to a solar farm in the pine bush in Colonie.
Brooklyn for Peace Protests $40 Billion for Weapons to Ukraine
May 18, 2022 13:57 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBBrooklyn for Peace is holding a vigil on May 21 to protest the additional $40 billion in military weapons and other aid that Congress is sending to Ukraine. They are also alarmed by the shift in U.S. policy from assisting Ukraine's defense of its sovereignty to "winning" the war by permanently weakening Russia and changing its leadership. Matt Weinstein of BFP talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Brooklyn For Peace Protests $40 Billion For Weapons To Ukraine
May 18, 2022 13:57 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBBrooklyn for Peace is holding a vigil on May 21 to protest the additional $40 billion in military weapons and other aid that Congress sending to Ukraine. They are also alarmed by the shift in U.S. policy from assisting Ukraine's defense of its sovereignty to "winning" the war, by permanently weakening Russia and changing its leadership. Matt Weinstein of BFP talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 05 - 17 - 22
May 17, 2022 23:26 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with interviews taken at last Saturday’s rally for the right to an abortion in Troy. Then, Brea Barthel interviews Sandra Deer-Standup, a member of the Mohawk Nation, when she came to Troy to stand against the proposed development at 1011 River St. in Troy. Later on, Elizabeth Press gets the details on the upcoming Ride of Silence event to honor killed and injured cyclists. After that, Dulcinia Diggs spoke with Kate Tellers of “The Moth” bef...
"The Moth" and Telling Stories That Have a Purpose
May 17, 2022 19:45 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MBThe Moth performed live at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on 5/13/22. The podcast, which went to number one on Apple Podcast when it deputed, came to Troy, NY to perform the show "Out of the Blue." This show has been highly anticipated for 2 years due to Covid and people raved about seeing it live. Kate Tellers-- author, artist, director, and host of the show-- talks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Dulcinia Diggs about The Moth as an organization, wanting to tell stories that have a purpose, an...
Troy Rally for Abortion Rights
May 17, 2022 18:27 - 10 minutes - 10 MBHudson Mohawk Magazine producers Marsha Lazarus and Sina Basila Hickey walked up Hoosick Street to the sea of pink and chorus of "Bans Off My Body" mixed with car horns to ask attendees of the rally why they came out to protest.
NYPIRG's Horner Updates Elections Redistricting
May 17, 2022 16:26 - 9 minutes - 9 MBOn May 16, the court-appointed expert release his proposed new district lines for Congress and State Senates in NY after the initial maps drawn by Democrats in the state legislature were rejected by the state's highest court. Blair Horner of NYPIRG discusses how the new maps dramatically re-shapes several Congressional races. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
HMM 05 - 16 - 22
May 17, 2022 01:26 - 58 minutes - 54 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with a report from Mark Dunlea on the status of the proposed project at 1011 Second Ave, Troy. Mark talks with Jess Bennett from the local group Friends of the Mahicantuck. Then, Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Elizabeth Press talks with Shawn Young from the organization “All of Us” about a move to run far-right candidates in school board elections across the country. Later on, we talk with our Plastics Correspondent Alexis Goldsmith about the...
Understanding the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Bill
May 17, 2022 01:21 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBPlastics Correspondent Alexis Goldsmith gives us an overview of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) bill introduced by New York State Assemblymember Steve Englebright. There is an opportunity to learn about two bills that help New York State reduce packaging waste, prevent plastic pollution, boost recycling of paper and metal, and save taxpayers money. Learn more about Assemblymember Englebright's new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging and Bigger Better Bottle Bills...
Martin Luther King III Talks Labor Movement After Lecture Series at Siena College
May 17, 2022 00:51 - 9 minutes - 8.54 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Siena College "35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series" with guest speaker Martin Luther King III speaking about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice." In this labor segment series, Willie recorded exerts from his speech and interviewed him. Part 4
Siena MLK Lecture Series (Martin Luther King III) Part 4.
May 17, 2022 00:51 - 9 minutes - 8.54 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Siena College "35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series" with guest speaker Martin Luther King III speaking about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice." In this labor segment series, Willie recorded exerts from his speech and interviewed him. Part 4
Siena MLK Lecture Series (Martin Luther King III) Part 3
May 16, 2022 23:51 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Siena College "35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series" with guest speaker Martin Luther King III speaking about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice." In this labor segment series, Willie recorded exerts from his speech and interviewed him. Part 3.
Siena MLK Lecture Series (Martin Luther King III) Part 2
May 16, 2022 23:43 - 10 minutes - 9.83 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Siena College "35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series" with guest speaker Martin Luther King III speaking about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice." In this labor segment series, Willie recorded exerts from his speech and interviewed him. Part 2.
Siena MLK Lecture Series (Martin Luther King III) Part 1
May 16, 2022 23:33 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Siena College "35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series" with guest speaker Martin Luther King III speaking about "Strengthening the Bonds of Racial Justice." In this labor segment series, Willie recorded exerts from his speech and interviewed him. Part 1.
Hugh Johnson has More to Say About Thunder
May 16, 2022 20:14 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MBBlaise Bryant brings us this discussion with retired meteorologist Hugh Johnson. This time they focus on thunder and thunderstorms, something quite timely given the weather and sound effects on Monday evening as we produce this program.
The Ride Of Silence in The Capital Region
May 15, 2022 14:54 - 10 minutes - 9.4 MBMay is bike month. The Ride of Silence is an international ride started in 2003 to remember cyclists killed and support those injured while riding on public roads. It is held on the third Wednesday in May. Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Elizabeth Press spoke to Ed Brennan of the Albany Bicycle Coalition about the Ride of Silence here and legislation to support safer streets for all users. For more information, visit albanybicyclecoalition.com
What is this Conservative Campaign to Take Over School Boards?
May 15, 2022 01:50 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MBDid you know that school board elections are on Tuesday, May 17? Did you know that there is a national conservative campaign backing local candidates for school boards? The group is called Take Back Our School Boards. Shawn Young from All of Us spoke with Elizabeth Press about the campaign and why it is important to vote in these low turn-out elections.
HMM 05 - 13 - 22
May 13, 2022 23:39 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s discussion about the single-payer New York Health program with Assemblymember Richard Gottfried. After that, Brea Barthel speaks with Mayor Kathy Sheehan and staffers who tell us about the “Love Your Block” program which funds Albany individuals and nonprofits. Then, Willie Terry heads to the library in Arbor Hill for "The Brothers: The Forgotten Struggle For Civil Rights in Albany." After that, Sarah Abraham speaks with An...
Albany Love Your Block funds
May 13, 2022 19:15 - 10 minutes - 9.4 MBAlbany residents and nonprofits have an opportunity to apply by May 28th for a grant of $500-$1,500. The "Love Your Block" program encourages collaboration among individuals and groups to reduce blight and support minor repairs to buildings and vacanr lots. Mayor Kathy Sheehan and two staffers talk with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel about the program, its goals, the application process, and help available for writing an application. For details, visit www.albanyny.gov/2024/Love...
"Love Your Block" Funds Albany Residents and Nonprofits
May 13, 2022 19:15 - 10 minutes - 9.4 MBAlbany residents and nonprofits have an opportunity to apply by May 23rd for a grant of $500-$1,500. The "Love Your Block" program encourages collaboration among individuals and groups to reduce blight and support minor repairs to buildings and vacant lots. Mayor Kathy Sheehan and two staffers talk with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel about the program, its goals, the application process, and help available for writing an application. For details, visit www.albanyny.gov/2024/Love...
Eunice Jeong on Creating a Radio Series on Medical Ethics
May 13, 2022 15:53 - 10 minutes - 9.37 MBEunice Jeong is a Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer and intern from Emma Willard who was interested in exploring a topic in the field of Medicine. She decided to explore Medical Ethics and reflected on this experience with Sina Basila Hickey. Her series can be listened to on our website: https://www.mediasanctuary.org/peoplepower/eunice-jeong/
How is Trauma Connected to Mental Health?
May 13, 2022 03:09 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBHMM correspondent Sarah Abraham speaks with Ana Joanes, director of the documentary "Wrestling Ghosts," about how trauma relates to mental health and the practical steps we can take to overcome the stigma behind it. Learn more about her work at www.wrestlingghosts.com
Troy Rejects Full Environmental Review Of 1011 2nd Ave Project
May 13, 2022 03:07 - 9 minutes - 8.73 MBBy a 6 to 1 vote, the Troy City Council voted against requiring a full environmental review of the proposed 1011 2nd Ave project that will put a large apartment complex on one of the last undeveloped parcels on the Hudson River in Troy which is sacred indigenous site. The City will now hold a public hearing on rezoning the parcel on May 25. Jess Bennett of the Friends of the Mahicantuck provides an update with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Bob Blackmon, Justice Center of Rensselaer County
May 13, 2022 00:30 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBAppearing in Hudson Mohawk Magazine's weekly check-in with community groups, Bob Blackmon, President, Justice Center of Rensselaer County, talks with Cathy Silber about the Center's mission and racial, economic and environmental justice work, with a focus on efforts to improve policing in Troy.
Seeking Abortion in 1969
May 13, 2022 00:21 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBJudy Waterman is one of countless American women whose plans were hijacked by unplanned pregnancy and no way to get an abortion, in Judy’s case, in 1969, just as she was about to start graduate school. Judy talks with Cathy Silber about that time and the very real threats to women’s freedom and equality posed by the likely Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe. (Photo Illustration by Sarah Rogers/The Daily Beast)
HMM 05 - 12 - 22
May 12, 2022 23:43 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry kicks off the show with excerpts from remarks at Planned Parenthood’s Rally for Abortion Rights on May 3. Then, Katherine Bruno, Chief Experience Officer of Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood, joins us live to talk about the Supreme Court’s threat to abortion rights and the nation wide rallies on Saturday to preserve reproductive freedom. Later, our reporting on abortion access continues in a live conversation with...
Nation Wide Abortion Access Rallys Planned for May 14
May 12, 2022 23:36 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBThis Saturday, the nation will take to the streets to protest for abortion rights after Politico obtained a leaked draft that the Supreme Court has voted to strike down Roe v Wade, the 1973 decision that found that access to abortion is a constitutional right. Joining us to talk about this is Katherine S. Bruno, Chief Experience Officer at Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood. Info on the rally: BanOff.org Info on PP: UHPP.org
RALLY FOR ABORTION RIGHTS: (Carl E. Heastie and Luz Cookie Benbow)
May 12, 2022 20:35 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MBOn May 3, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the "Rally For Abortion Rights" at West Capitol Park in Albany. Planned Parenthood sponsored the event. In this labor segment, Willie recorded highlights of Carl E Heastie, Speaker of the NYS Assembly, and Luz Cookie Benbow, Troy4BlackLives.
Dick Gottfried Pushing NY Health in Legislature
May 12, 2022 20:08 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBWith a few weeks left to the state legislative session, health care advocates are hoping that this will finally be the year that the single-payer NY Health program will pass. Assemblymember Richard Gottfried, the long-time champion of the issue, is retiring this year after 52 years. He talks about the bill with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Dick Gottfried Pushing NY Health In Legislature
May 12, 2022 20:08 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBWith a few weeks left to the state legislative session, health care advocates are hoping that this will finally be the year that the single-payer NY Health program will pass. Assemblymember Richard Gottfried, the long-time champion of the issue, is retiring this year after 52 years. He talks about the bill with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Landis Arboretum Plant Sale from May 13-15
May 12, 2022 14:10 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MBEager to get in the garden? Find lots of plants, trees, shrubs, and advice at the Landis Arboretum plant, book, and bake sale on May 13, 14, and 15. Amy Howansky talks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel about the arboretum's many attractions and the event's many offerings. The arboretum, about 45 minutes west of Albany, is worth the trip for those who have a car and an interest in nature. For details, see https://landisarboretum.org/.
Landis plant sale May 13-15
May 12, 2022 14:10 - 10 minutes - 9.63 MBEager to get in the garden? Find lots of plants, trees, shrubs, and advice at the Landis Arboretum plant, book, and bake sale on May 13, 14, and 15. Amy Howansky talks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Brea Barthel about the arboretum's many attractions and the event's many offerings. The arboretum, about 45 minutes west of Albany, is worth the trip for those who have a car and an interest in nature. For details, see https://landisarboretum.org/.