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HUDSON RIVER DAY 2024---A RE-CAP FROM DENNIS KOONEY (CLICK ON THE PHOTO BELOW.)
I want to take this opportunity to thank the Croton Yacht Club membership, and all others, who participated in the preparation and execution of our Hudson River Day event held on Saturday,September 7th . I would also like to thank the community for supporting this important event. In spite of a late day thunderstorm which cut the schedule short, the event was another resounding success.
The model of providing a full educational and interactive experience centering around the history and ecology of the river coupled with our partnership with the Hudson River Fishermen’s Association (HRFA) has evolved into the most unique and successful event of its kind on the river.
Thanks to the HRFA, the youth fishing contest was again a home run. Fifty-seven children registered and participated in the event throughout the day with a variety of fish caught. First place was awarded to Logan Hut, second place went to Logan Dinis and third place to Youseff Nobi. In addition to the contest winning prizes donated by the Croton Yacht Club, fishing rod and reel combinations were also awarded throughout the day to other participants as door prizes. The happiness and excitement of those receiving awards were dwarfed by those children who caught the first fish of their lifetime.
The food was outstanding, the snow cones refreshing and the chowder pot was drained to the last drop. Special thanks to representatives from Clearwater, Village of Croton Police Department, Ferry Sloops, the Hudson River Boat and Yacht Club, the Croton Point Nature Center, Brigid Faranda, Croton Girl Scouts, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Little Bear Environmental, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Metro North Railroad, and again the Hudson River Fishermen’s Association for veryone’s participation and for their engaging and educational exhibits.
Chris Letts, renowned naturalist, assisted by young protege Matteo Dinis, once again captivated the audience at the “touching table” where the children could see, touch and smell some of the river’s two hundred thirty-seven different resident Hudson River fish species. Our viewing tanks provided a unique look into the underwater world of the river. Thank you to Croton Police Department Officers who exhibited the new Village Police Boat and provided boat rides and also to members of “Ferry Sloops” for providing a free sailing experience enjoyed by all.
Perhaps the hi-lite of the day was Logan Dinis, 10 years old, winning $132 from the 50-50 scholarship fund drawing. Logan had made a pact with his friend to split the money if they won. After the drawing they were so excited and ran off with the money only to return a short time later to donate their entire winnings back to the scholarship fund.
As Croton Yacht Club members, we take pride in providing this experience to the community. As parents and grandparents, we take comfort in knowing our children and grandchildren are being afforded an opportunity to make a life changing connection to the river we all love.
Sincerely, Dennis Kooney
Croton Yacht Club, Inc.
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