Earth Matters: Dave Strayer - The Past and Future of the Hudson River

Our January 2024 Earth Matters Winter Webinar brings us retired freshwater ecologist for the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Dave Strayer. Join Dave for a discussion of the mighty and majestic Hudson River. Since Henry Hudson sailed up the river in 1609, it has seen profound developments. In addition to the changes in the river channel itself, overfishing, species invasions, changes in land use in the watershed, and pollution have all helped to transform the Hudson. The Hudson River is a wonderful waterway and a magical place, but it is far different from the river of 1609 and is likely very different from the river it will be in the future. Along with the history and current usage of the Hudson, consideration of how to best anticipate and manage these coming changes will be a core component of the discussion.
Dave Strayer worked as a freshwater ecologist for the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for more than 30 years. He was part of a team that studied the Hudson River for more than 30 years, and is the author of a small book about the Hudson (The Hudson Primer: The Ecology of an Iconic River). He now lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he is trying to finish a book on freshwater biodiversity.
The DLC's Earth Matters webinar series is sponsored by LaBella Associates.