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CLEARWATER

FESTIVAL

GREAT HUDSON RIVER REVIVAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FESTIVAL DIRECTOR’S NOTE

CLEARWATER MEMBERSHIP

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION

WATERSHED ALLIANCE

POLITICAL ACTIVISM

ACTIVIST AREA

GREEN LIVING EXPO

GL EXPO EXHIBITORS

FIELD & RIVER ACTIVITIES

CHILDREN’S AREA

WORKING WATERFRONT

CLEARWATER SLOOP CLUBS

CLEARWATER SLOOP

GLOBAL MARKETPLACE

REGIONAL & LOCAL FOLK CRAFTS

FOOD COURT

SITE MAP 36 STAGE SCHEDULE 42 DANIEL SHEARER

PERFORMER BIOS

PATRON FISH

THANKS & CREDITS

VOLUNTEER!

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IN CELEBRATION A MESSAGE FROM THE FESTIVAL DIRECTOR

Welcome to a great weekend connecting people to the river in celebration with environmental awareness.

THE GREAT HUDSON RIVER REVIVAL—

HONORING THE LAND THROUGH MUSIC, EDUCATION, AND ACTION. A remarkable grassroots gathering which has brought us together in song for 42 summers creates a nurturing environment that empowers with the energy of example. We come together in the spirit of community and activism, and are

inspired to take action.

Thank you to the many who experience a deeper connection to the river through volunteering and membership—the two pillars which support the work of the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. And thank you for joining in a celebration of the Hudson River.

MOTHER EARTH IS ONLY ONE BEING. WE THE CHILDREN OF ALL NATIONS, MUST PROTECT HER AND ALL LIFE AND HELP HOLD THE WORLD IN BALANCE. —HOPI ELDER

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RON AJA, FESTIVAL DIRECTOR

LOVE THE HUDSON?

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JOIN CLEARWATER!

WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED A LOT OVER THE LAST FOUR DECADES, BUT WE COULD NEVER HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT THE SUPPORT OF OUR MEMBERS. THE RIVER ITSELF IS CLEANER, BUT MANY CHALLENGES REMAIN AND WE NEED YOUR HELP. Your membership: • Makes it possible for thousands of school children to discover and come to love the Hudson River each year! • Keeps our Environmental Action Department working on issues ranging from PCB cleanup and nuclear safety, to watershed protection, and environmental justice, to name just a few. • Keeps the sloop Clearwater sailing up and down the Hudson River and out into Long Island Sound, delivering the message that environmental education, social activism, and environmental justice are still needed today, perhaps more than ever before! Making a Difference By leading the way at many key junctures of the environmental movement, creating a groundbreaking environmental education program and tirelessly advocating for the health and welfare of the river, its watershed, and the people who call it home, Clearwater continues its mission to protect and restore the Hudson River. Realizing that some of our most pressing environmental needs are just now breaking the horizon, Clearwater’s members will continue to influence decisions affecting the health of the environment in our communities and to inspire, educate, and activate the next generation of environmental leaders.

Making an Impact Visit the re-designed Member Action tent (formerly Membership Oasis) to learn about our Revamp the Camp program and participate in our new reverse auction. Not a Member? Get Involved! The Member Action Tent is the best place to join. While you’re there, take a look at the many different ways your gift can help. Already a Clearwater Member? Stop by the Member Action Tent to renew your membership or to make an additional gift to increase your impact.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS • Subscription to Navigator • Discount tickets to the Great Hudson River Revival • The opportunity to volunteer at the Revival • Discount Member Sails aboard the sloop Clearwater • Merchandise discounts • A vote in the annual election of board members • A chance to volunteer aboard the sloop Clearwater 2008 | CLEARWATER FESTIVAL 3

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CLEARWATER EDUCATION CHRIS BOWSER

NO CHILD LEFT ON LAND INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS

ecent studies have shown that there is a sharp decline in the number of kids interacting with nature. The reasons behind this may include “videophilia,” the emergence of the computer gaming craze, combined with budget cuts to nature-based field trips as schools feel the pressure of “No Child Left Behind” mandates. It will be hard to instill a sense of environmental stewardship in the next generation if a child’s experience with nature is limited to watching “Shark Week” on the Discovery Channel. Virtual nature can’t be a replacement for the real thing. At Clearwater, we believe that gett ing kids out of the classroom and onto the river is a great remedy for apathy and powerful strategy to get kids excited about learning. For children, it is important to revive that “sense of wonder” (as Rachel Carson put it) in the living world. To do that, kids need to get their hands wet and experience nature fi rst hand. A Clearwater education program might involve an amazing sail on the sloop Clearwater or schooner Mystic Whaler, a field trip to the river’s shore, bringing a litt le bit of the Hudson directly to a classroom, or a combination of all three. Kids get the chance to raise sail and navigate a large, traditional sailboat. They learn about the ecology and history of the Hudson by identifying fish and seeing the living history along the river’s shores. They test the waters for signs of pollution and learn about issues affecting their communities and how to get involved and make a difference. They also learn about the connection between the river’s health and the land that surrounds it. Th is year, we are developing an exciting mix of adventure education programs that will extend river experiences into the watershed, during after-school and summer camp programs in Beacon. Clearwater is reaching out to underserved communities, connecting kids from economically challenged urban neighborhoods to the Hudson River. As the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson’s sail up the river approaches next year, we want kids and adults to

rediscover the Hudson River and the natural world. Our goal is to train and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders and you can’t do that with a video game. To learn more about Clearwater education, stop by the Discovery Tent at the festival! DAVE CONOVER, EDUCATION DIRECTOR

THE GREENLANDHUDSON CONNECTION

ver the years people from all over the world have sailed with us on the Clearwater. Th is past fall we had the chance to bring some teenagers from the world’s largest island, Greenland, on board the sloop, along with students from an after-school program in Poughkeepsie called “No Child Left Inside.” Clearwater founder Pete Seeger also joined us for the sail. The Greenlanders shared with us news of how pollutants from the industrialized world (like PCBs and mercury) have contaminated their food chain. Greenland has also been impacted by climate change, dramatically affecting their traditional lifestyle, making routine activities like dog sledding, fishing, and hunting more dangerous as the ice thins. A melting Greenland could have dire consequences for the Hudson Valley as river towns lose waterfront property, access to fresh water, and critical habitats. But this sail on the Clearwater was dedicated to enjoying the river and making new friends. The Greenland kids worked hard to raise the mainsail (see above photo), learned about Hudson River fish, and sang songs with the master folk singer. It was great watching the two groups of teens get to know each other and gain insights into their respective worlds. 2008 | CLEARWATER FESTIVAL 5

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ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION

INDIAN POINT JOHN LIPSCOMB

ndian Point’s operation over the past few years continues to be plagued with numerous unplanned closures, a transformer explosion, siren failures, the malfunction of a main boiler pump, and increasing leaks of radioactive material into the groundwater under the plant and the Hudson River. Clearwater and other environmental groups have repeatedly called for an independent safety assessment (ISA), with the idea that any problems discovered should be resolved before the license renewal process was initiated. Instead, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has accepted and begun the process of reviewing Entergy’s license renewal application for Units 2 and 3 for another 20 years of operation, and Entergy has created a self-selected, so-called “Independent Safety Evaluation Panel,” which has no legal authority and is a classic example of the fox watching the henhouse. Given these realities, Clearwater decided to participate in the Indian Point renewal process by actively attending hearings and offering cogent, science-based public comment. In December 2007, we intervened in the renewal proceeding by filing an Intervenor Petition with six contentions. We argued that the license should not be renewed because Entergy’s Environmental Report failed to adequately consider: 1) leaks; 2) higher than average cancer rates and other health impacts in the area surrounding the plant; 3) environmental justice; 4) inadequate analysis of Severe Accident Mitigation Alternatives (SAMA); 5) renewable energy and energy efficiency alternatives to continued operation of the plant; and 6) the plant’s vulnerability to a terrorist attack. In March 2008, Clearwater Board Member Stephen Filler and I appeared in front of an Atomic Safety and Licensing Board (ASLB) panel to offer oral argument and answer questions regarding our Intervenor Petition. ASLB hearing officers were especially interested in the Environmental Justice issues we raised relating to prisoners in the dozens of prisons in the 50 miles surrounding the plant, the majority of whom are minority and low income, for whom evacuation would be virtually impossible.

A LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL FOR HUDSON RIVER PCB REMEDIATION: Clearwater continues to attend EPA’s monthly Community Advisory Group (CAG) meetings to monitor and provide input into the design phase of the PCB cleanup. General Electric has made excellent progress constructing a treatment facility along the Champlain Canal in Fort Edward to remove water from PCB-contaminated sediments prior to shipping them by rail to a hazardous waste landfill in Texas. Dredging is scheduled to begin in the Spring of 2009. Clearwater members and supporters can take a lot of credit—it was their ongoing advocacy that caused this cleanup to happen. However, GE has still not reached an

OPPOSE RELICENSING OF THIS AGING, LEAKING NUCLEAR POWER PLANT

agreement with the Canal Corp. to perform long-overdue navigational dredging, which should be done in tandem with the environmental dredging that GE is required to do to clean up the Upper Hudson.

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: ASSURING EQUAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR ALL Clearwater is actively working with Skidmore College to create an Environmental Justice (EJ) map for 15 counties along Hudson, north of New York City. In April, we partnered with local communities to submit three Environmental Justice Grant applications to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Office of Environmental Justice. They included grant applications for: • Beacon Environmental Justice/Leadership Pipeline (BEJ/LP) Project to provide Beacon youth with leadership and problemsolving skills, and to help motivate them to make healthy lifestyle choices. • Connecting inner city Poughkeepsie to nature by conducting a feasibility study to construct a recreational trail along the Fall Kill Creek in the city of Poughkeepsie and a Neighborhood Source Assessment. • Creating an Comprehensive Environmental Justice Inventory (CEJI) for Peekskill with Citizens for Equal Environmental Protection of the Hudson Valley (CEEP) to assess various environmental and health impacts in the Peekskill area, including revising and administering an updated Angler Survey, and by empowering Peekskill youth to create and implement an environmentally beneficial project of their own design.

WATERSHED AWARENESS, PLANNING, AND PROTECTION With funding from the Hudson River Estuary Program, Clearwater is currently working on watershed protection for Rondout and Fall Kill tributaries and providing direct support to the Kinderhook and Catskill and advisory support to Esopus, Wallkill, and others through the Hudson River Watershed Alliance. The Rondout Creek Watershed Council (RCWC) is working with area elected officials to create an intermunicipal agreement (IMA) for watershed management planning (WMP). For more information please contact, Victor Melendez, (845) 454-7673 x112 or victor@clearwater.org. This spring, the Fall Kill Watershed Committee was busy planting trees to enhance the riparian buffer at the mouth of the creek, as well as participating in an eel-monitoring project in partnership with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. A creek-wide clean up is planned for the week of August 4-10. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jennifer Rubbo, (845) 454-7673 x114 or jen@clearwater.org. —MANNA JO GREENE, ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION DIRECTOR mannajo@clearwater.org

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HUDSON RIVER WATERSHED ALLIANCE FORGING NEW PARTNERSHIPS IN WATERSHED PROTECTION

he health of any river is dependent on the health of the creeks, streams, and land that make up its watershed. Th is past year has presented many exciting opportunities to make positive changes in the health of the Hudson River watershed through the work of the Hudson River Watershed Alliance (HRWA). Clearwater has been an integral member of the Alliance and has provided administrative and staffi ng support for the past three years. To this day, Clearwater continues to house the Alliance and provide administrative support. In 2007, HRWA partnered with the Hudson Valley Regional Council to successfully obtain a grant from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Hudson River Estuary Program. Th is grant is providing funding to support the HRWA Coordinator’s important work while allowing HRWA to take on initiatives that will further a regional watershed protection agenda. The Hudson Valley Regional Council is an important partner to furthering watershed protection while continuing to

ensure economic stability and quality of life. As a non-advocacy coalition, our goal is to bring education and information to local decision-makers. This two-year grant is focused on developing a webbased geographic information system (GIS) application that will allow members of the community, watershed groups, and local governmental entities to view the various components of their watersheds in a map format. Intended to guide local decision-making, this web-based GIS system will include information and data that will enable more informed decision, benefiting our watershed and in turn benefitting our Hudson River. HRWA’s other projects include integrating water resources into climate change adaptation, working with regional stakeholders to identify a sustainable watershed sediment management policy, and developing a Hudson River watershed water resources monitoring framework with other regional partners. HRWA’s overall strategic plan and agenda are guided by a 15-person representative Steering Committee. Under their guidance and oversight, HRWA will continue to grow and flourish into a truly regional coalition representative of all water-resource stakeholders.

SPECIAL THANKS TO 2008 HRWA STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Jan Blaire, Federated Conservations of Westchester County Janet Burnet, Ramapo River Intermunicipal Watershed Council Scott Chase, Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority Phil Ehrensaft, Mid-Hudson Sierra Club Theodore Eisenman, Highlands Coalition-NYS Committee Manna Jo Greene, Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Simon Gruber, Environmental Planning Consultant William Harding, Watershed Protection & Partnership Council-NYS Dept. of State Roy Lamberton, Onesquethaw Coeymans Watershed Council George Potanovic Jr., Garrison Institute Doug Reed, Hudson Basin River Watch Rik Scarce, Skidmore College Russell Urban-Mead, The Chazen Companies David Van Luven, The Nature Conservancy Geoff Welch, Ramapo River Watershed Keeper INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT YOUR WATERSHED OR THE HUDSON RIVER WATERSHED ALLIANCE? CHECK WWW.HUDSONWATERSHED.ORG OR CONTACT KATY DUNLAP, COORDINATOR, (845) 454-7673 X116 or katy@hudsonwatershed.org.

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POLITICAL ACTIVISM “YOU MUST BE THE CHANGE YOU WISH TO SEE IN THE WORLD.” —MAHATMA GANDHI

he activist area at this festival affords not-forprofit organizations the opportunity to share their passion in trying to make the world a better place. They attempt at increasing the public’s awareness of critical issues affecting the world. As advocates for a better world, we have to speak out in response when others speak from ignorance, fear, and selfi shness. Many activists in attendance are volunteers, who work tirelessly at informing and educating the public while they carry on the everyday life tasks of holding down a job and raising families. We in the activist community at Clearwater would like to pay tribute to an extraordinary person who recently passed away. This year’s Activist Area is honoring Susan June Blake. She was the force behind Long Island’s Peacesmiths and has represented them here for over 12 years. She was truly one of the most dedicated and self less friends that graced our festival. When we, who are politically active, look at the example set by her, we realize just what a tireless giant she was. She once remarked to other tired volunteers, “So we are all exhausted, but we have to just keep on doing.” For all of her accomplishments, with far too many to mention here, it is a shame that many of those on Long Island had never heard of her.

Yet, she spent her short life making it a healthier, safer, and more equitable life for all citizens. As the Peacesmith’s banner states, “We’re Pro-Humanity.” This meant working on every issue that affected humanity, including anti-war, environmental, human rights, social justice, nuclear power, and health issues. In her practice of organizing communities she always emphasized participation, transparency, and democracy. While primarily acting locally, her work and the issues she raised had global significance. No one knows where this kind of drive and commitment comes from but we sure need more of it at this time in history, given the health of our country. Susan June Blake was fortunate to come from a family that was politically astute and active. Her mom, Bett y Jane Blake, was an activist who had a booth at our festival for many years. We were sorry to have lost her a few years ago. In putt ing things into perspective, Nancy Jane Blake, Susan’s sister, said, “We were brought up to be citizens of the world and taught that you need to take some responsibility for taking care of the world.” The Blake family gives us all something to try and emulate. They have been and are truly part of the solution. —ROY VOLPE AND SUSAN GAMACHE, ACTIVIST AREA COORDINATORS

NOTE: PLEASE DO VISIT CLEARWATER’S ACTIVIST AREA, OF OVER 40 ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS WITH INFORMATION OF THE HUMAN CONDITION, AND BE SURE TO STOP BY THE PEACESMITHS BOOTH. SUSAN BLAKE WOULD LIKE THAT. SUSAN JUNE BLAKE

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AT THE CLEARWATER FESTIVAL American Friends Service Committee NY Metropolitan Regional Office 15 Rutherford Place New York, NY 10003 www.afsc.org Quaker oriented organization committed to principles of non violence and justice. Presenting “Eyes Wide Open,” an exhibition on the human cost of the Iraq war. Amnesty International USA 5 Penn Plaza, 16th Floor New York, NY 10001 www.amnestyusa.org/celltour Visit a life-sized Guantanamo cell. Stop torture, end illegal detentions, and close Guantanamo. Autonomedia PO Box 568, Williamsburgh Station Brooklyn, NY 11211 www.autonomedia.org To present to the public a wide selection of freethinking, radical publications. Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace PO Box 473 Delmar, NY 12054 www.bethlehemforpeace.org Advocates and organizes non-violently for a more peaceful and healthier world. New England Books Company/Book Drives Inc 1 Hartford Square New Britain, CT 06052 (866) 607-6500 Raises funds for non-profit groups through book, CD, and DVD drives. Anything that is not sold is recycled or donated to non-profit groups in need. Cary Institute of Ecological Studies PO Box AB/ 2801 Sharon Turnpike Millbrook, NY 12545 www.ecostudies.org Dedicated to the creation, dissemination, and application of knowledge about ecological studies. Citizen Action of New York 11 Park Place New York, NY 10007 www.citizenactionny.org Statewide organization fighting for social, economic, racial, and environmental justice for 25 years. Climate Crisis Coalition 20 Hartsook Lane Beacon, NY 12508 www.climatecrisiscoalition.org Bringing together diverse groups, connecting global warming to human rights, labor, peace, faith, and environmental justice. Combatants for Peace Yonatanemail@gmail.com Israeli military men and Palestinians working together to stop the cycle of violence and occupation, and create coexisting, cooperating states. Duchess Outreach 29 North Hamilton St./ Suite 223 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 www.dutchessoutreach.org Advocates community awareness of social problems, makes referrals, and finds resources to meet basic needs. Eat Well Guide 215 Lexington Ave./ Suite 1001 New York, NY 10016 www.eatwellguide.org Leader in green food revolution, hosting online directory of farms, stores and restaurants offering local sustainably produced foods. Empire State Passengers Association PO Box 434 Syracuse, NY 13209 www.esparail.org Advocates for public transportation, regional and intercity rail, bus, and urban mass transportation.

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Farm Sanctuary PO Box 150 Watkins Glen, NY 14891 www.farmsanctuary.org Works to end cruelty to farm animals and promotes compassionate living through rescue, education, and advocacy.

Kagyu Thubten Choling Tibetan Monastery 245 Sheafe Road Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 www.kagyu.com Traditional monastic community retreat center since 1979. Tibet Project builds and maintains monasteries, schools, and hospitals in Tibet.

Tails of the Tundra PO Box 612 Colmar, PA 18915 www.siberescue.com Helps care for and place for adoption Siberian Huskies that have been neglected, abused, abandoned or given up by their owners.

Federated Conservationists of Westchester County Inc. 78 No. Broadway/ E House White Plains, NY 10603 email: info@fcwc.org Dedicated to environmental planning and education to protect wetlands, habitats, and natural resources. Promotes mass transit and county park expansion.

The Loft 180 East Post Road, Lower Level White Plains, NY 10601 www.loftgaycenter.org A community services center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities in the lower Hudson Valley.

Teatown Lake Reservation 1600 Spring Valley Road Ossining, NY 10562 www.teatown.org Conserves open space and involves the community in order to sustain the diversity of wildlife, plants, and habitats for future generations.

GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) Hudson Valley www.glsen.org/hudsonvalley A national education organization creating safe schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression/identity. Green Peas 33 Prospect Avenue Amenia, NY 12501 greenpeas1@gmail.com Regional cooking show demanding locallyproduced food. The Food Network meets reality TV with a cause!! Healthcare Education Project 330 West 42nd Street Room 739 New York, NY 10036 www.endcuts.net A joint outreach program of Local 1199 and Greater NY Hospital Ass. to fight for universal healthcare and against $ cuts in health programs. Hudson Valley Birth Network 30 Martling Avenue Pleasantville, NY 10570 www.hudsonvalleybirthnetwork.com Supports women, their families, and care providers through the childbearing years. Hudson Valley Materials Exchange 1101 First Street New Windsor, NY 12553 www.hvmaterialsexchange.com Non-profit community warehouse for rescued arts, education, and building materials. Hudsonia PO Box 66 Red Hook, NY 12571 www.hudsonia.org Conducts environmental research, disseminates information, finds solutions to planning and mgt. problems, and develops strategies for conservation. The Indypendent 4 West 43rd Street/ Suite 311 New York, NY 10036 www.indypendent.org Newspaper project of NYC Independent Media Center dedicated to fostering grassroots media. IPSEC PO Box 134 Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520 www.closeindianpoint.org A coalition of environmental, health, and public policy orgs. that address the vulnerability of the nuclear reactors at Indian Point. Iraq Veterans Against the War 339 Layfayette Street New York, NY 10012 www.iraw.org Supports Iraqi Reconstruction, veterans, and troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Educate for peace.

Military Families Speak Out 625 Linden Teaneck, NJ 07666 www.mfso.org An organization opposed to the war in Iraq whose relatives or loved ones are currently or have been in the military since the fall of 2002. NY Green Fest 7988 Van Amburg Road Hammondsport, NY 14840 www.nygreenfest.blogspot.com Promote green living and green politics. NARAL: Pro-Choice New York 470 Park Avenue South, 7th Floor New York, NY 10016 www.prochoiceny.org Committed to protecting access to safe, legal abortion with full range of reproductive rights for New Yorkers regardless of age or income. NY NJ Trial Conference 156 Ramapo Valley Road Mahwah, NJ 07430 www.nynjtc.org Dedicated to providing recreational hiking opportunities in the region and representing concerns of the hiking community. Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) 2295 Adam Clayton Boulevard New York, NY 10030 www.pslweb.org To build a society based on social and environmental goals where working people make environmentally sustainable practices a priority. Peacesmiths PO Box 312 Massapequa, NY 11758 peacesmiths@yahoo.com Organizing for peace and justice through education, activism, culture. Disarmament, environmental health, freedom of expression, human rights, and economic and social justice projects. Planned Parenthood of Hudson 4 Skyline Drive Hawthorne, NY 10532 www.plannerparenthood.org To ensure access to affordable and confidential reproductive health care services, to promote informed decision making through individual and community education, and to protect and preserve the private exercise of reproductive choice. Socialist Party USA 339 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10012 www.sp-usa.org Develop grassroots campaigns to encourage Americans to extend democratic decision making to issues such as environmental justice, the economy, and foreign policies.

United Way of Westchester and Putnam 336 Central Park Avenue White Plains, NY 10606 www.uwwp.org Brings together people and resources to strengthen families, help children, build neighborhoods and communities, and foster self-sufficiency. Veterans for Peace 54 White Avenue South Nyack, NY 10960 www.veteransforpeace.org Working to raise awareness of the true costs and consequences of militarism and war and to seek peaceful, effective alternatives. Walkway Over the Hudson 33091 Wharton Drive Yorktown, NY 10598 www.walkway.org Working to preserve the landmark Poughkeepsie/ Highland Railroad Bridge by creating a linear park and trailway. War Resisters League PO Box 188 Hampton, CT 06247 www.warresisters.org The oldest secular pacifist organization in the US, opposing militarism, and promoting the value and practical application of Gandhian non-violence. WESPAC Foundation 17 Marble Avenue Pleasantville, NY 10570 www.wespac.org An essential hub of the peace and justice movement in the greater Westchester community. Westchester Citizens Awareness Network 2A Adrian Court Cortlandt Manor, NY 10507 www.nukebusters.org A Citizens Awareness Network dedicated to a nuclear-free Northeast. Winds of Change 117 South Chodikee Lake Road Highland, NY 12528 www.windsofchangeministries.org Proponents of Green Burials—raising society’s understanding of the impact that traditional burials have on the environment. The Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring 45 East 33rd Street New York, NY 10016 www.circle.org Promotes Jewish and Yiddish culture and the struggle for social justice. Advocates for workers and immigrant rights, civil liberties, peace, and a better world. Youth in Action: Fox Lane High School PO Box 180 Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 dwhalen1836@bcsdny.org High school activist club that plans events, raises awareness and $ for causes we feel are important.

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GREEN LIVING EXPO PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

n a world where sustainable living is becoming increasingly necessary for a healthy lifestyle, learning how to respect the environment on a daily basis is critical. This is the goal at Clearwater’s Green Living Expo. By featuring exhibitors whose businesses and organizations focus on green living, we are not just raising awareness, but furthermore, we are helping others to use their purchasing power to make change. Green procurement is the purchasing of products and/ or services that are distinguished by either minimizing negative environmental impacts or enhancing positives ones. This begins by asking yourself simple questions: Do I really need this product? Is there any way to reduce my consumption, share or reuse? When you do need to purchase something new, look for products that utilize recycled content, nontoxic materials and sustainable energy resources. In practicing green procurement and green living you are making the active decision to support green products and services, increasing their demand and promoting sustainable industry growth. This in turn reduces the demand for products and services with negative environmental impacts. Visit the Green Living Expo tent, explore the opportunities for sustainable living, and most importantly, become aware of the everyday action you can take in support of the environment.

Green Shopping Tips • Choose items with little to no packaging. • Most paper products have some recycled content. Purchase those with at least 30% postconsumer recycled content. • Some disposable products that we use once and throw out have more durable equivalents. Bring reusable canvas bags to the grocery store or use cloth rags to clean your house instead. Cloth diapers and reusable mugs are another great example of this. • Purchase food that is certified organic. “Natural” does not mean organic. • Buy local produce to support local agricultural communities and to reduce the amount of transportation needed to bring items from farm to shelf. • Avoid chemicals or use organic versions of traditional lawn care products.

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• Reduce the harmful effects of power-plant emissions by using compact, fluorescent light bulbs, and powering your home with solar or wind energy. • Only buy Energy Star-rated appliances, which will pay for themselves in energy savings. • When building or renovating, consult with a green building firm. There are a great many ways to green your home: cellulose insulation; nontoxic paint; sustainable wood flooring; cement fiber board or other alternatives to vinyl siding, which is toxic in its production and incineration. • Ask any of the vendors at the Green Living Expo how they can help you to live more sustainably! 2008 | CLEARWATER FESTIVAL 15

To ev’ry thing, There is a season And a time for ev’ry purpose under heaven A time to be born, a time to die A time to plant, a time to reap A time to kill, a time to heal A time to laugh, a time to weep

KRISTINA THOESTENSON

Turn! Turn! Turn! Adapted from the book of Ecclesiastes Music and additional words by Pete Seeger (1954)

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PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT,

ENRICH YOUR LIFE

GREEN LIVING EXPO EXHIBITORS AND PRESENTERS

The Green Living Expo features exhibitors who will help guide your purchasing decisions to have minimum environmental impact and maximum value, bringing consumers together with businesses that can help make a real difference in promoting a sustainable future and preserving the quality of life in the Hudson Valley. AKEENA SOLAR

GREEN LIVING DISCOUNT BOOKS

www.akeena.com Akeena Solar installs turnkey residential and small commercial solar power systems. Darren Bronen dbronen@akeena.com (888) 253-3628 16005 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos, CA 95032

www.greenlivingbook.net Truly great bargains on books from Chelsea Green Publishing (sustainable living), Sounds True (spiritual), and New Harbinger (health and psychological issues). New books; better than used prices! Marshall Glickman sales@greenlivingbooks.net (802) 348-7441; fax (206) 333-1227 PO Box 88, Williamsville, VT 05362

ALTREN CONSULTING AND CONTRACTING, INC. www.altren.net Geothermal & Solar Energy Systems Charles Lazin, president charles@altren.net (845) 658-7116; mobile: (845) 235-1028 PO Box 396, Rifton, NY 12471

CLEAN AIR NY www.cleanairny.org Clean Air NY is a network of individuals, employers, and community organizations dedicated to improving air quality in the New York metropolitan area. Ryan Thompson rthompson@cleanairny.org (202) 862-1562; fax (202) 862-1144 1725 Eye St. NW, Washington, DC 20006

CURRY TOYOTA www.curryauto.com A 13-member franchise dealer group that has been in business for over 75 years. Bill Camastro and Maureen Cantamessa bcamastro@currycars.com (914) 930-3800; fax: (914) 528-1023 3026 East Main Street, Corlandt Manor, NY 10567

ENERGY APPRECIATORS www.energyappreciators.com NYSERDA Home Performance Contractor, performing Home Energy Audits and energy efficiency contracting. Jack Christmann, MSCE, LEED AP Pat Maloney, President jack@energyappreciators.com; pat@energyappreciators.com Mid-Hudson Region: (845) 255-7155 52 South Manheim Blvd., New Paltz, NY 12561

E: THE ENVIRONMENTAL MAGAZINE www.emagazine.com E-Magazine covers “all things environmental.” Karen Soucy and Doug Moss doug@emagazine.com or karen@emagazine.com (203) 854-5559; fax (203) 866-0602 28 Knight Street , Norwalk, CT 06611

FRANZOSO CONTRACTING INC. www.franzoso.com Westchester’s premier roofing, siding, window and door contractor since 1980, specializing in energy-saving solutions. Mark Franzoso, Andrew Fischer, and Jonathan Rosen jrosen@franzoso.com (914) 271-4572; fax (914) 271-8644 33 Croton Point Ave., Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10583

GO RISE UP, INC. www.goriseup.com Recycling company, which provides education and bins to schools and businesses for recycling plastic bags; also sells reusable bags and eco-apparel. Chris Rossi info@goriseup.com (732) 320-8271 334 Main St., Matawan, NY 07747

THE HOLISTIC OPTION, INC. www.TheHolisticOption.com TheHolisticOption.com is the premier resource for complementary and alternative medicine and access to reliable information, new media, like-minded peers, licensed practitioners, schools and relevant advertisers. Richard Feldman and Kelly Campbell rfeldman@theholisticoption.com (845) 353-1729 (phone and fax) P.O. Box 993, Nyack, NY 10960

HUDSON VALLEY BIODIESEL CO-OP tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/HVBIODIESELCOOP Hudson Valley Biodiesel Coop advocates for the advancement of biodiesel technology in the Hudson Valley region by providing a focal point and interactive forum for education and communication. Jerry Robock jrobock@communitybiofuels.com (914) 380-2888

JOHN JAY LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT INC. www.landdesign.net Landscape design and build with a focus on wetland restoration, wildflower meadows, native plants, organic lawn and landscape care, with organic conversions in place of pesticides. Jay Archer johnjay@landdesign.net (914) 232-0399; fax (845) 278-0659 282 Katonah Avenue #268, Katonah, NY 10536

MERCURY SOLAR www.mercurysolarsystems.com Mercury Solar Systems provides turnkey solar electric and solar hot water systems for commercial and residential clients. Eric Chung echung@mercurysolarsystems.com (914) 637-9700; fax (914) 637-9713 15 Coligni Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801

MOUNTAIN FLAME, INC. www.mountainflame.com Builders of soapstone radiant fireplaces and bake ovens— environmentally responsible radiant wood heat. Marcia Olenych info@mountainflame.com (800) 250-6485 42825 State Route 28, PO Box 508, Arkville, NY 12406

NATURAL CURRENTS ENERGY SERVICES, LLC www.e3-inc.com; www.naturalcurrents.com Designs, manufactures and installs tidal energy systems. Roger Bason, Principal info@e3-inc.com (845) 691.4008; fax (845) 691-1157 24 Roxanne Blvd., Highland, NY 12528

NY STATE ENERGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

renters to reduce their energy costs by decreasing the impact homes have on the environment, and training contractors on energy efficiency services to their neighbors. Lori Clark lac@nyserda.org (518) 862-1090 ext. 3202; fax (518) 862-1091 17 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203

NY STATE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION www.AskPSC.com The Commission regulates electric, gas, steam, telecommunications and water utilities, oversees cable industry, and ensures that adequate service is provided by New York’s utilities. Dianne Cooper dianne_cooper@dps.state.ny.us (518) 473-0275; fax (518) 473-5685 3 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12223-1350

NU RIDE www.NuRide.com NuRide is a ride sharing company servicing the metro New York commuter. NuRide’s mission is to reduce traffic congestion, global warming , and air pollution, while easing the stress on drivers. Colleen R. Brathwaite, Director of Marketing MetroPool, Inc. (203) 388-4401 One Landmark Square, Stamford, CT 06901

ON EARTH PLANT CARE SPECIALISTS, INC. www.onearthplantcare.com Certified arborist and landscape company. Steven A. Knapp saknapp@bestweb.net (845) 621-2227; fax (845) 621-2279 56 Ridge Avenue, Putnam Valley, NY 10579

PEAPOD HOMES, LLC. www.peapodhomes.com Designs and distributes ultra-efficient passive solar homes as packages. Pea Pod homes are amongst the most energy efficient homes available today. Van B. Kryzywicki van@peopodhomes.com (845) 548-9679; (920) 746-3160 185 East Walnut St., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

REDWORMS FOR A GREEN EARTH www.redworms-greenearth.com Promotes vermicomposting of organic waste; sells worms, worm bins, vermicompost, and related literature. Ken Perry redwormsforagreenearth@comcast.net (603) 749-1568; fax (603) 742-1071 380 Rollins Road, Rollinsford, NH 03869

SOLARIAS, INC. www.solarias.net Solar electric, hot water, and wind design and installation company. A woman-owned company dedicated to the environment. Sara Hambleton sara@solarias.net or info@solarias.net (845) 699-5543 111 Railroad Avenue, Middletown, NY 10940

SOLAR WORKS, INC. www.solarworksinc.com Solar integrator and installer with over 28 years of experience. Experience, Expertise, Results. Coley Fudge cfudge@solarworksinc.com (845) 392-3370; fax (845) 625-1534 PO Box 864, New Paltz, NY 12561

www.GetEnergySmart.org NYSERDA’s residential programs help homeowners and

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DISCOVER FUN WITH A

PURPOSE

FIELD & RIVER ACTIVITIES

THE GREAT HUDSON RIVER REVIVAL PRESENTS A VIRTUAL WORLD’S FAIR OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, WATER AND LAND ACTIVITIES, ACTIVISM AND INSPIRATION. AT THE RIVER’S EDGE

THE EARTH TONES

CIRCLE OF SONG

• Shoreline environmental programs • Beachcombing and seining • Nature walks along the shoreline edge. • Working Waterfront. A ﬂeet of small boats, canoes, kayaks, and tall ships to ride, sail, and tour.

All male a cappella chorus for SUNY Albany bring harmonies celebrating the earth. Times and Locations: SATURDAY Rainbow Gate—12:30pm, 5pm, SUNDAY Rainbow Gate—3pm, 5pm,

Sing, clap, stomp, and shout. Bring an instrument, learn harmonies, old songs of peace, justice, and freedom. Location: On the way to the Working Waterfront

SLOOP AND SCHOONER SAILS

Take a sail on the Sloop Clearwater and the Schooner Mystic Whaler. Come aboard replicas of historic tall ships and go for a two-hour sail on the Hudson River. Enjoy the festival from the deck of a tall ship. Purchase tickets at Member Action Tent. Sail Times: SATURDAY & SUNDAY Sloop Clearwater—11:30am, 2:30pm, 6pm Schooner Mystic Whaler—noon, 3pm, 6:30pm

SERENDIPITY CHORUS

SUNY Albany’s premiere female a cappella group, a repertoire ranging from oldies to R&B. Time and Locations: SATURDAY Rainbow Gate—2pm, 4pm, Story Grove—6pm SUNDAY Rainbow Gate—2pm, 4pm,

CIRCLE OF GOSPEL

A unique performance concept by Pete Seeger, Circle of Gospel reflects Clearwater’s ongoing efforts to diversify its musical offerings and encourage audience participation. Gospel groups will take center stage simultaneously under a large tent, with audience intertwined. Location: By the Working Waterfront LARGE TENTED DANCE FLOOR

The best dance bands playing reggae, old time, swing, and rock.

ARM-OF-THE-SEA THEATRE JUGGLERS, CLOWNS, & VAUDEVILLIAN PLAYERS

To amaze, entertain, and teach the art of juggling, at the Juggling Area on the main ﬁeld. Bring on the clowns, Paul Richmond, Roger the Jester, and others gooﬁng around the festival. Watch out! Location: Main Field by the Dance Tent WALKABOUT CLEARWATER CHORUS

A contemporary mask and puppet theatre company will perform a large-scale production by the river’s edge. For over 20 years, Arm-of-the-Sea Theatre has been fusing visual poetry with original music and a unique form of indigenous drama. Times and Location SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Main Field by the Dance Stage—2-3pm

Supporting the Clearwater mission with their voices, this community of friends and neighbors come together to sing the songs of people for people. Times and Locations: SATURDAY Rainbow Gate—3pm, 6pm Rainbow Stage—11am SUNDAY Rainbow Gate—12pm, 6pm Circle of Song—3pm

LABYRINTH

THE RAGING GRANNIES AND THEIR DAUGHTERS

Bike parking with secure racks, maps, and water provided at the festival by TIME’S UP! a 20-year-old nonproﬁt grassroots environmental organization working to make New York City—and the world—healthier and more sustainable. TIME’S UP! events and campaigns are free and open to the public, including educational and fun bike rides, bike repair workshops bike and public space advocacy. Location: Outside the Main Gate

Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, this group sings throughout the US and Canada using songs to comment on war and peace, the environment, civil rights, racial, ethnic, and gender equality. Times and Locations SUNDAY Rainbow Gate—1pm Activist Area—4pm

Experience a peaceful walk on the paths of a labyrinth for contemplation, meditation, and celebration. Mathew Gallelli, a member of the Labyrinth Society. STORY GROVE

Sit under the cool shade trees listening to America’s best-loved storytellers. Location: Other side of the Food Court

JURIED CRAFT SHOW

Crafters and folk artists with quality handmade items, demonstrations, and workshops. Location: On the Main Field MILLED GRAIN BAKING BREAD DEMONSTRATIONS

Wild Hive Farms. Location: Across from the Activist Area. RAFFLE!

Support Clearwater and take a chance to win a Kayak. On display at the Clearwater Membership Tent. SILENT AUCTION

Own an autographed photo of Pete Seeger recently taken at his home in Beacon, NY by Mark Insetta. The 8” x 12” matted and framed photo can be seen at the Clearwater Membership Action tent.

BIKE-FRIENDLY FESTIVAL

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Sounds from the Festival

Live On

WBAI

99.5 FM in NYC and on the web at

www.wbai.org WBAI is proud of our long-standing support for Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival

Support WBAI’s live broadcast of the Festival. Stop by the WBAI outreach stand in the Activist Section and make a donation to Free Speech Radio. 20

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A MAGICAL SETTING IN THE MIDDLE

OF AN AMAZING FESTIVAL!

CHILDREN’S AREA

ECONOSMITH

he festival children’s area is a distinctively creative and inspired activity area for kids and parents alike. Explore a unique non-competitive play area that teaches, engages and challenges. The Children’s Area provides a wonderful outlet for young creative energy to be released.

SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES YOU’LL DISCOVER: FACE PAINTING

MASK MAKING

Turn your face into a decorative and fun piece of art.

Create a beautiful piece of art by creating a colorful mask that you can proudly wear around the festival.

RECYCLED PLANT POTS

Plant a native wildﬂower seed to take home in a recycled plant pot that you get to make!

LEAVE YOUR MARK ON THE FAMILY STAGE

KRISTINA THOESTENSON

Lots of fun with tons of soap and bubble wands. What more could you ask for?

Help us decorate the backdrop of the family stage by painting pictures on fabric. This fabric will then transform the back of the stage into a colorful quilt made by children!

HAIR WRAPS

HEXABITS

Show oﬀ your stylish hair with a bright colorful hair wrap.

Flexible puzzle pieces—fun and educational. Imagine, Create, Connect. www.hexabits.com.

MIND MAZE

PLUS

Find your way through our maze constructed of ropes while being blindfolded.

Crazy about composting, touch and feel station, native animal coloring booklets, and more!

BUBBLE STATION

WHILE THE CHILDREN’S AREA IS FULLY STAFFED DURING THE FESTIVAL, IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR CHILD CARE. CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES. The Children’s Area is created and staffed by the Clearpool Education Center, a 350-acre outdoor education campus in Kent, NY, specializing in environmental sciences, teambuilding, adventure education, and professional development. Clearpool’s goal is to foster self-confident, independent thinkers who are motivated to collaborate with others as they explore the world. For information, visit www.clearpool.org or call (845) 225-8226. 2008 | CLEARWATER FESTIVAL 21

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WORKING WATERFRONT

EXPERIENCE BOATING! COME ON DOWN TO THE WATER’S EDGE AND RIDE IN A SMALL BOAT, A KAYAK, OR SAIL ON A TALL SHIP!

GROUPS WITH BIG AND SMALL BOATS ON THE WORKING WATERFRONT ADIRONDACK GUIDEBOATS Dave Rosen, Charlotte, VT Builders of classic rowing boats used on Adirondack Mountain lakes and streams. Opportunity to row with builder. AMERICAN CANOE ASSOC., ATLANTIC DIVISION Andy Laiosa, Bronx, NY Try out racing and on-water exercise shells. BUILDING BRIDGES, BUILDING BOATS David Hardy, Cold Spring, NY Opportunity to row in builders’ 25-foot Whitehall boats. FLOATING THE APPLE Rebecca Olinger, NY Central organization for youth group builders of four-oar 25-foot Whitehall gigs. Opportunity to row with builders. HUDSON VALLEY OUTFITTERS Teri Barr, Cold Spring, NY Outﬁtters for canoeing, kayaking, and camping. LONG ISLAND CITY COMMUNITY BOATHOUSE Warren Stevens, Brooklyn, NY Join others on the water in kayaks. NEW YORK HARBOR SCHOOL Ana Fraoli, Brooklyn, NY

Small NYC high school with boatbuilding and maritime activity program. OLDE TYMERS PLEASURE CRAFT Greg Sowers, Canaan, NY Traditional wooden boats. Opportunity to row with builder. ROCKING THE BOAT Adam Green, Bronx, NY Youth group builders of twooar 16-foot Whitehall gigs. Opportunity to row with builders. SOCIETY FOR EDUCATION OF AMERICAN SAILORS Diane Kolins, Hawthorne, NJ Learn to sail with SEAS; information on courses. URBAN DIVERS ESTUARY CONSERVANCY Ludger Balan, Brooklyn, NY Live! Beneath the Hudson River- live underwater video. Discover what lurks beneath the shores at Croton Park. Live underwater narration, talk with submerged divers. YONKERS ROWING & PADDLING CLUB Gerry Blackstone, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Umbrella organization of manualpower boat owners along the Hudson. Display and boat use for public. Some YPRC members plan to paddle to the festival from Yonkers.

mall boats and tall ships are always a major part of Clearwater’s roots. At the festival’s Working Waterfront you can take a boat out for a row, sail, or paddle on the river. After proper instruction under safe conditions, all individuals are welcome. Everyone can experience the pleasure of boating on the Hudson River. Clearwater, founded on the water, helps make festival attendees aware of our roots. SAIL THE HUDSON RIVER ON HISTORIC TALL SHIPS!

he sloop Clearwater and the schooner Mystic Whaler are offering sails during the festival. Yes, you can go for a twohour sail on the Hudson River during the festival on the sloop Clearwater, a replica of a 19th century river, sloop or the schooner Mystic Whaler. Sail times: Saturday and Sunday Sloop Clearwater: 11:30 – 2:30 – 6:00 Schooner Mystic Whaler: Noon – 3:00 – 6:30 Cost: $30 – Adults, $15 – Children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the Clearwater Member Action Tent.

“THERE IS NOTHING— ABSOLUTELY NOTHING— HALF SO MUCH WORTH DOING AS SIMPLY MESSING ABOUT IN BOATS.” —KENNETH GRAHAME, “THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS”

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SLOOP CLUBS

DANIEL SHEARER

loop Clubs support knowledge and love of the river through concerts, festivals, lectures, publications, potluck dinners, picnics, and sailing programs. Affi liated with the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Organization, they are dedicated to carrying out its purpose in their own locations through education, advocacy, and celebration. Each club has its own character and emphasis— raising public awareness of the river as a natural and recreational resource, promoting sound ecological practices and watershed ecology. Contract a Sloop Club near your for more information about specific activities and meetings.

BEACON SLOOP CLUB, MID-HUDSON VALLEY

RIVERLOVERS, NORTHERN WESTCHESTER & PUTNAM COUNTY AREA

2 Red Flynn Drive on the river adjacent to Beacon train station. Meet ﬁrst Friday each month, 6:30 pm pot luck, 7:30 business meeting, songfest follows. Free sails on the ferry sloop Woody Guthrie 6 pm each weeknight May-October, reservations (845) 297-7697; winter/spring boat work parties 10 am Sundays, White’s Marina. Six educational and fundraising festivals each year, Beacon waterfront or park. Spring sailing classes for public. Cooperative harbor moorings and docks. Public boat ramp adjacent to clubhouse. Partner with City of Beacon, Long Dock Beacon, and Scenic Hudson to responsibly develop waterfront. Monthly newsletter: Broadside. www.beaconsloopclub.org. John McLaughlin. (845) 542-0721.

Located in the Croton Point Nature Center, we hold monthly potluck dinner meetings with varied presentations concentrating on environmental education and awareness. Our annual Shad Fest every May at Croton Point is now in its 17th year. We participate in Croton Point Park Cleanup Day and co-sponsor Croton Earth Day. Newsletter: Riverlovers Currents. www. riverlovers.org. info@riverlovers.org. Gunnar Andersen (914) 432-3112.

BROOKLYN SLOOP CLUB

Oﬀers rowing-sailing instruction with Whitehalls. Has run conferences on the Asian Longhorn Beetle and on Green Jobs. Newsletter: Environmental Quest. Marcia Kaplan-Mann (718) 941-9835. FERRY SLOOPS

Members are dedicated to introduce people of all ages to the Hudson River, sail its water, learn its lore, and enjoy the natural beauty of its shores with the notion that they will themselves become advocates for the river and help preserve our national heritage. www.ferrysloops.org. groups. yahoo.com/group/ferrysloops. Lionel (914) 645-9125. MONMOUTH COUNTY FRIENDS OF CLEARWATER (ALL NJ COUNTIES)

Actively prevents and controls water pollution in and around the Raritan, Sandy Hook, and Barnegat Bays and the NJ coast. Actively brings environmental education to schools, youth organizations, and community venues throughout the state. Participates in waterway and open space cleanups. Member of many local, state, and national coalitions. Annual Clearwater Festival at Asbury Park on the third weekend in August. Newsletter: Solutions; Boat: the garvey Adam Hyler; For events, news, and other activities, visit all links of our new website: www.mcclearwater.org. Contact MCFC at: PO Box 303, Red Bank, NJ 07701 or Ed Dlugosz at edlugosz@comcast.net, (732) 542-8910 or (732) 859-5752. NEW YORK CITY FRIENDS OF CLEARWATER (GREATER NYC METRO AREA)

Activities include environmental education at festivals, annual beneﬁt concerts, Walk for the River fundraiser, and a public access cable TV show. Newsletter: Enviroblurb. nycfriendsofclearwater.org. stevegradman@yahoo. com. Steve Gradman (718) 282-8680. NORTH RIVER FRIENDS OF CLEARWATER

We’re a small club, dedicated to water quality related ﬂora and fauna protection via educational outreach for the upper Hudson watershed. “The river doesn’t start in Albany; it’s 315 miles of beauty and fun. Come sail, paddle, and row with us.” PO Box 2349, Albany, NY 12220. Meets First Wednesday of every month. Contact President Dan Kelsey at shadowknife@yahoo.com or (518) 712-5063.

ROCKLAND FRIENDS OF CLEARWATER

Focuses on Rockland County shores, streams, and environment. Promotes clean water eﬀorts, land preservation, responsible usage of the Hudson River, and a spirit of environmental stewardship towards these precious natural resources. Contacts: Loraine Machlin (845) 353-3361, hiloraine@ verizon.net and Kay Levinson (845) 480-5381, llev1@optonline.net. SLOOP CLUB CONGRESS Twice a year clubs and community groups explore Ways to Work Together —sharing successes and grassroots ideas. The sloop club congress invites you to join in discussion at the festival, Sunday 9:30 to 10:45am at the Sloop Club tent. SOUND SLOOP CLUB

We are building one of the 26-foot “Floating the Apple” type gigs, at the Oaks in New Rochelle. The past two summers we have used the gig and other nautical items with inner city youth. Anyone who would like to see what we do may call (718) 885-1503, Len Smith, lsmithcapital@yahoo.com. ULSTER COUNTY FRIENDS OF CLEARWATER

Ulster County Friends of Clearwater (formerly the Hudson-Rondout Sloop Club) is currently not meeting on a regular basis, but we still gather for occasional activities: sailing on our little sloop, the Roundabout, getting together for a Camporee one weekend in August on an island in the river, helping with winter maintenance and supporting the Winter Crew. We expect that from this fallow period, a ﬁeld of beautiful new energy will spring up among Clearwater members in this area. Stay tuned! Newsletter: Tributaries. Sloop: the Rondabout. Susan Murphy, 845 246-0697, sjmurphy@hvc.rr.com. WALKABOUT CLEARWATER CHORUS

Walkabout Clearwater Chorus takes Clearwater’s message where the big boat cannot go, with song and a 7-foot scale model of the sloop Clearwater. The chorus performs at the Revival and venues in the greater metropolitan area and as far away as Germany. The Walkabout Clearwater Coﬀeehouse presents ﬁne artists October through May at the Memorial United Methodist Church in White Plains to raise money in support of the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. See www.walkaboutclearwater.org

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ITS HISTORY AND CLEARWATER SLOOP ACHIEVEMENTS

n a cold January night in 1966, Pete Seeger typed out a wild idea: “Why don’t we get a few hundred families together and build a life-size Hudson River Sloop?” He sent the letter to his friend Vic Schwartz, who had loaned him a little book called Sloops of the Hudson. In this recollection of days long past he had read of things he never knew had existed: glorious vessels with enormous sails that were once common on the river, carrying passengers and cargo between New York City and Albany. The Hudson at that time had become little more than a waste canal. Industries and communities had been dumping anything and everything into the river since the days of the sloops. Few noticed the river, and fewer cared for the once beautiful Hudson. What was needed was a symbol and a rallying point, a reason to take notice and care. Her name would be Clearwater. It was a bright sunny day on May 17, 1969, when Clearwater slid down the ways of Harvey Gamage’s Shipyard in South Bristol, Maine. A vessel such as this hadn’t been launched in over a century. Pete and a close knit group of musicians/environmental activists, including Don McLean (“American Pie”), Gordon Bok (“Another Land Made of Water”), and Louis Killen (“Death of Nelson”), had raised funds for the initial construction through a series of benefit concerts. Even so, when Captain Allen Aunapu sailed down the Damariscotta River

LENGTH ON DECK: 75 feet SPARRED LENGTH: 107 feet MAST HEIGHT: 108 feet DRAFT: 6 feet with centerboard up, 12 feet with centerboard down BEAM: 25 feet SAIL AREA: 4,305 square feet PASSENGERS: Coast Guard licensed: 70 persons. Crew:18, passengers:52 CONSTRUCTION: Traditional plank-onframe wooden full-scale replica of a classic mid-19th century Hudson River gaﬀed, rigged sloop.

with a crew of musicians, Harvey Gamage was still owed the balance of the construction cost. Clearwater’s trip to her new home would also be a fundraising concert tour. They would sail along, pull into a town, and put on a show. Music has been a part of Clearwater’s life from the very beginning. A symbolic value of the sloop was clear from the start: Clearwater has since help make actual changes to the health of the river. The first and most important step was to stop the dumping into the river. In 1970, Clearwater sailed to Washington,

DC, to campaign for the passage of the Clean Water Act. Signed into law two years later, this act banned or regulated industrial waste discharges and required the building of sewage treatment plants, something we now take for granted. Clearwater has taken a leading role on environmental issues of the Hudson Valley ever since, including PCB contamination, Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant, and minimizing the impact of other power plants on the river. The other way to affect change is to reconnect people to the river, and as with so many life-changing experiences, it’s best to “get ’em young.” In the mid-70s, Clearwater developed an experiential education program that introduces nearly 5,000 schoolchildren a year to the unnoticed wilderness that runs through their lives. Giving a fourth-grader the opportunity to touch a fish and help to raise a massive sail is a sure way to build respect for the environment. Clearwater’s education program has been copied around the country and around the world. In 2001, a series of major capital improvements to the sloop began. Over thirty years of sailing and more than 45,000 schoolchildren had taken their toll. To date, Clearwater’s deck has been completely replaced, along with the standing rigging, sails, and the auxiliary generator. The next phase of this “serial restoration,” replacement of much of the hull framing and planking, is planned for the near future.

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REGIONAL, GLOBAL AND FAIR-EXCHANGE PRODUCTS

MARKETPLACE

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AFRICA TRADERS MARKET

DANCING HANDS JEWELRY

KECHUA CRAFTS

Abdoulaye Diatta 214 First Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Africacrafts@hotmail.com

Dean Wolfson PO Box 203 Bartonsville, PA 18321 tanialw@dancinghandsjewelry.com Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry.

Fabian Muenala 1030 Faile Street Unit B The Bronx, NY 10459 kechuaworld@aol.com Bamboo, ceramic, and silver jewelry, instruments, and clothing.

AMAZULU

Stacey Ford 1627 N. 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 stacey@amazulu.com Silver and fashion jewelry.

EAGLE RAY TRADERS

Ann Merz 193 East Street Great Barrington, MA 01230 eagleraytraders@yahoo.com Hand-batiked clothing from Bali.

ANDEAN CREATIONS

Emily Cachiguango 28 Silver Lane Sunderland, MA 01375 andeancreations@gmail.com Wooden carvings and instruments. CLASP

Jim Veeder PO Box 7 New Paltz, NY 12561 jimveeder@yahoo.com Handcrafted clothing & accessories from a Mayan Indian weaving co-op, family crafters, & producers in Guatemala. CRYSTAL GARDENS

Laura Lebherz 7 Pocahontas Land Attleboro, MA 02703 jane1777@aol.com Unique Austrian crystal sun catchers, gemstones beads, and pearls.

HOOKED PRODUCTIONS

Cari Shiel PO Box 323 Newark Valley, NY 13811 cari@hookedproductions.com Live the life you love clothing. JECARI FINE NUTS & DRIED FRUITS

Bob Greenberger 19 Spring Pond Drive Ossining, NY 10562 jecaril@aol.com Domestic & imported nuts & dried fruits.

Todd Henry 2916 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55406 todd@northernsun.com Progressive messages on shirts, buttons, bumper stickers, and more.

MAUDE’S MUSIC

Daniel Frank PO Box 413 Ashﬁeld, MA 01330 maudesmusic@aol.com Instruments and CDs.

HAPPY LIFE PRODUCTIONS

Mike DuBois & Kelly Sinclair PO Box 687 Woodstock, NY 12498 happylife@ulster.net Hand-dyed and silk-screened clothing—all designs original artwork.

NORTHERN SUN MERCHANDISING

OUT OF THE NORM

Norman Meltzer 38 Overhill Lane Warwick, NY 10990 balihigh@warwick.net Handcarved Celtic design from tree roots.

MUD PIE PRODUCTIONS

Tom Plimpton PO Box 127 Leverett, MA 01054 mudpiemusic@hotmail.com Musical instruments for children and professionals: drums, shakers, tambourines, harmonicas, guitars, maracas. MYSTIC RHYTHMS

John Wells 7 Pocahontas Land Attleboro, MA 02703 masseproductions@yahoo.com Handcrafted music instruments.

SATURDAY’S SOAP

Belinda W. Windbish PO Box 3001 Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 bw2@saturdaysoap.com Handmade natural, organic soapy blends. SYRACUSE CULTURAL WORKERS

John Faley PO Box 6367 Syracuse, NY 13217 www.syrculturalworkers.com Tee shirts and posters. VISION OF TIBET

Kathryn & Sonam Zoksang 67 Thompson Street New York, NY 10012 kathzoks@yahoo.com Fine handicrafts from the Himalayas.

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MYSTIC WHALER LOBSTER DINNERS DAYSAILS 1-800-697-8420

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Neuberger Museum of Art www.neuberger.org 914.251.6100 Susanne Kuhn, Mond (Moon), 2004, Courtesy of Bobbi and Stephen Rosenthal, New York

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AUGUSTO MENEZEZ

ADORNMENTS BY LISA BESS

ELAN POTTERY

JUNCTION POTS

Lisa Bess 36 Farnham St., Portland, ME, 04103 www.lisabess.com Bottlecaps, beachstones, and more blended to create upbeat jewelry fused with humor, spirit, and color.

Leigh Anne Thompson 9 Carver St., Franklin, NH, 03235 www.elanpottery.com Functional stoneware pottery and all natural body crèmes.

Tinya Seeger Box 207, Beacon, NY, 12508 tinyaseeger@gmail.com Stoneware and porcelain for everyday use and special occasions. Homemade, food safe glazes

ART AND SOLE CREATIONS

FREDY RONCALLA

KIDS N CRAFTS

Carolyn L. Caruso Wappingers Falls, NY, 12590 www.artandsolecreations.com Soft sculptured sock dolls, 28 Amherst Lane

9 Harding Terrace, Kearny, NY, 07032 www.churoncalla.com Handmade jewelry, recycling typewriter keys and stones.

Ken Geringer PO Box 764, Rock Hill, NY, 12775 www.kidsncrafts.com Cactus musical rainsticks and wigglewood critters. Demonstrations and paint-your-own.

BOUNTY FARMS AT THUNDERBIRD ACRES/WAMPUM MAGIC

FUNKY ROCK DESIGNS

Margo Thunderbird Shinnecock 543 Bellinger Rd., Little Falls, NY, 13365 bountyfarms@msm.com Herbal and organic products from Bounty Farms. Traditional and contemporary jewelry. Supports our Algonquin Language Camp.

CHERRY SCHACHER QUILTS Cherry and George Schacher 87 Maple Ave., Ballston Spa, NY, 12020 www.cherryschacherquilts.com Highly colorful quilts, home accessories, clothing, bags.

CHRISTIE GLASS WORKS STUDIO Dennis Christie 595 Rockbridge Rd., Nazareth, PA, 18064 hdglass@ptd.net Stained glass.

CLOTHES FOR THE SOUL Denise Therrrian General Delivery, Wolfcreek, WV, 24993 rrhouse@citynet.net Unique hand-sewn, designed patchwork clothing, accessories and handmade hoola hoops.

CLOTHWORKS Mark Svetz and Sarah Winter 31 Church St., Willamantc, CT, 06226 wwwsarahwinterclothworks.com Hemp and organic cotton hand-dyed and sewn clothing and bags.

COUNTRY TURNED WOOD Chris Weslowski 37 Warwick Tpke, Warwick, NY, 10990 Lathe turned wooden bowls and assorted vessels.

Jeﬀ Henderson PO Box 6521, Portsmouth, NH, 03802 www.funkyrockdesigns.com Functional rock art, vases, and lamps made from naturally cobbled ocean stones.

LEATHER REPORT

HENNA BODY ART

LIFE’S A STITCH

MichelleDawson 1405 Tanager Rd., Monroe, NY, 10950 www.hennabodyartbymichelle.com The service of henna—using handpainted and handcrafted dye.

Marjorie Corrow 2841 Troy-Schenectady Rd., Niskayuna, NY, 12309 www.neatnikbibs.com Embroidered clothing, bibs, and aprons and dress-up clothes for girls.

HUDSON BEACH GLASS

LIGHTWING DESIGNS

Janet Griﬃn 162 Main St., Beacon, NY, 12508 www.hudsonbeachglass.com Handcast and handblown glass.

Shawn and Ann Lester 2197 East Hill Rd., Plainﬁeld, VT, 05667 lightwing@ezcloud.com Original handcrafted glass jewelry and silver picture overlay.

Bradley Barnes Leather33@earthlink.net 33 Whispell Rd., West Shokan, NY, 12494 Handtooled leather goods.

ISABELLE GLASS Isabelle Davidowitz 221 West South St., Frederick, MD, 21701 www.isabelleglass.com Kiln-formed glass rocks and fine silver jewelry.

ITHACA DYEWORKS Joan and Scot Zeigler-Horton 116 Henry St., Kingston, NY, 12401 joanhorton@hvi.net Individually hand tiedyed clothing for all sizes and all genders.

MCNALLY INSTRUMENTS Evelyn McNally 11 Longview Rd., Rockaway, NJ 07866 evmcn@optonline.net Stringed instrument called the Strumstick— no wrong notes!

MADDOCKS IMAGES Nan Maddocks 8 Hollow Ln., Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603 www.maddocksimages.com Photo impressionism/photography/prints/cards.

JENAFUSION FASHION ACCESSORIES

MAGOKORO NEW YORK

Jennifer Athanas 522 E. Mount Ida Ave., Alexandria, VA, 22301 jenafusion.blogspot.com Fashion accessories for the art and earth-minded individual. Recycled, reclaimed, vintage materials.

Yoshimi Arai 7 Elm St., Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520 ucmee.arai@magokorony.com Trays, mobiles, boxes, jewelry, cards, and more, made with beautiful Japanese mulberry papers.

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REGIONAL

AND LOCAL

CRAFTS

MARIE DAVIS DESIGNS

PAUL BAINES FINE WOODWORKING

SPINNIN’ THREADS

Marie Davis PO Box 1251, Burlington, VT, 05402 greenbus@sover.net Polymer clay jewelry inspired by patterns in nature.

2 Main St. Bowdoinham, ME 04008 www.paulbainesﬁnewoodworking.com Cathance river stools

Andrea Barbis 151 Seminary Ave., Binghamton, NY, 13905 www.spinninthreads.com One of a kind patchwork and hemp handmade clothing.

MEB’S KITCHENWARES

PLANET LOVE

STAGE STRUCK PUPPETS

Tom Vaiciulis and Meb Boden PO Box 342, S. Woodstock, CT, 06267 www.mebskitchenwares.com Fun and function! Utensils, vessels, and cutting boards handmade of New England hardwoods.

Tanya Zabinsky 172 Grote St., Buﬀalo, NY, 14207 www.planetlovedesigns.com Original handpainted artwork; environmentally friendly inks and organic cotton.

Deb Poplasky 143 Gibson St., Canadaigua, NY, 14424 www.stagestruckpuppets.com Original, bigmouth, hand and rod puppets. Joyful for all kids up to 122 years old!

METAL MAGIC

REYEN DESIGN STUDIOS

TAIWO’S CRAFTS

Lennie Kaumzha 116 Pleasant St., Apt. 415, Easthampton, MA, 01027 www.tincanlights.com Candle and electric lanterns made from recycled cans; done individually by hand with an oxyacetylene torch.

David and Dorita Reyen 7501 Surbrook Rd, Baldwinsville, NY, 13027 silkcloque@yahoo.com Handdyed silk and felted silk garments and accessories.

Sami Ana S. Taiwo 1809 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., NY, NY, 10026 Headbands, jewelry, and accessories.

THE RED CLAY PEOPLE Venus Brightstar 227 Don Gaspar, Suite 17, Santa Fe, NM, 87501 www.venusbrightstar.com Unique leather shawls and jackets, adorned naturally, silk-lined and handmade indigenous wear.

RUGAMAROLE MIGRANT WINDS Connie Barbour PO Box 486, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130 connieb@migrantwinds.com Limited edition silk-screened prints, cards, and shirts.

Sue Taylor and Condie Ward 90 Brown’s Lane, Fairﬁeld, CT, 06824 www.rugamarole.com Unique, earth-friendly t-shirts, rugs, wool sweaters, blankets, and quilts made from recycled textiles.

NATURAL CHOICE

SERENITY BAMBOO FLUTES

Amit Gupta 70 Croton Ave., Apt 2A, Ossining, NY, 10562 www.ashkosh.com One-of-a kind, vegetable dyed, handmade crafts.

Linda Barbadoro POBox 671, Stockbridge, MA, 01262 www.serenitybambooﬂutes.com Bamboo flutes and walking stick flutes.

NIXISTIX

SHADY POINT PADDLES

Lantz Hatcher 14111 Decker Drive, Magnolia, TX, 77355 lancetravels@yahoo.com Juggling toys with a twist! Interactive fun. Free demonstrations and lessons.

Mac Rand 49 Cunningham Ln., Pawling, NY, 12564 www.shadypointpaddles.com Handcarved canoe paddles made from cherry, ash, and maple.

NORTH STAR DESIGNS: COTHING

SKYDANCING BREEZE CHIMES

Elizabeth M. Mehrtens 411 Northern Pines Rd., Gansevoort, NY, 12831 norstar@nycap.rr.com Hand block printed natural fiber clothing.

Peter Gorham 386 W. Main St., Plainsﬁeld, MA, 01070 pcg-9@netzero.com Antique silverplated silverware turned into windchimes and jewelry.

THREE CRAZY FRIENDS Nancy Obremski PO Box 547, Cornwall, NY, 12518 www.3crazyfriends.com Handwoven scarves, fiber art necklaces, herbal ointments.

TWO SON JEWELRY Lisa Cutler 15 Ledge Rd., Chester, NH, 03036, www.twosonjewelry.com Gems, pearls, glass, and buttons woven or strung to create jewelry with a distinctly botanical bend.

VAL WELLS HAND BOOKBINDING Val Wells PO Box 440, High Falls, NY, 12440 valwells@peoplepc.com Photo albums and journals using my original marbled and decorative papers.

WATERSHED DESIGNS

NORTH STAR DESIGNS: JEWELRY

SOMETHING ELSE DESIGNS

Andrew Jewett 411 Northern Pines Rd., Gansevoort, NY, 12831 norstar@nycap.rr.com 14 KT gold and sterling silver, handwrought jewelry with natural gemstones.

Jannelle Olmstead 497 West Foster St., Palmyra, NY, 14522 www.somethingelsestudio.com Original handcrafted creations of purse-pockets, bags, pouches, and totes.

PAMELA LOBST DESIGNS

SOUND EARTH, LLC

Pamela Lobst 929 Overlook Rd., Whitehall, PA, 18052 pamibost@hotmail.com Handcrafted, lampworked, fused glass and silver jewelry.

Ann LaGoy PO Box 245, Fishkill, NY, 12424 www.soundearth.com Natural cleaning products.

Anne Garretson 392 Hulbert Hollow Rd., Spencer, NY, 14883 watersheddesigns@frontier.net A portion of every sale supports environmental stewardship projects, because life without nature’s abundant gifts is incomplete.

WHITE DESIGN Glenda White 31 Mercer St., NYC, NY, 10013 ggwe2000@aol.com Jewelry combining natural, found, and recycled elements with wire, pearls, crystals; ethnic, vintage beads.

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LEIBERTS Royal

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INTERNATIONAL

FOOD COURT

AND NATURAL FOODS Vegetable Pad Thai, Lo Mein, Egg Roll BAYSIDE WEST CATERING Corn on the Cob,

Loaded Baked Potato

KRISTINA THOESTENSON

ASIAN GRILLE Chicken Teriyaki, Vegetable Fried Rice,

CRESCENT FOODS Burritos, Cajun Red Beans and

Rice, Spinach Quesadilla, Portobello Wrap, Szechuan Noodles, Vegetarian Salad Platter FANTASY FOODS Texas Twisted Ribbon Cut Fries,

Taco Salad, Fajitas FRESH FRUIT CUP Fruit Cup, Fruit Smoothies FROSTY WHEELS, INC. Ittybitz Ice Cream FRUITFUL ENDEAVORS Chocolate dipped Strawberry Skewer, Chocolate-dipped Cheesecake, Chocolate-dipped Frozen Banana, and 100% Fruit Sorbet GIGGLE, LLC Kettle Corn NYOTA’S TING Vegan Tofu Curry with Brown Rice,

Veggie Chopped BBQ, Vegetarian Curry Goat, Black Bean & Corn Salad, basket and wraps REAL FALAFEL Falafel with Hummus, Feta Cheese; Beef, Chicken, Lamb Gyro, Tabouli, Greek Salad, Grape Leaves, Olives, Baba Ganoush THAI JASMINE Chicken Satay, Tofu Vegetables, and

Thai Spring Roll THE SHISH-KE-BOB LADY Shish-ke-bob: Chicken,

Pork, Beef, Lamb; Sausage and Peppers; Sweet Potato Fries THE SKINNY PANCAKE Sweet and savory Pancakes

FOOD VENDORS ON THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS BAVARIAN ROASTED NUTS

TRAVELER’S KITCHEN Potato Pancakes, Spinach-Feta

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds, Pecans, Peanuts, Cashews

Quesadillas, Tempeh Reubens, Portobello-Lime Wraps SUGAR SHAKERS O’NEILL’S CONCESSIONS Hot Dogs and Hamburgers

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Soft Pretzels WILD HIVE FARM

TASTE BUDD’S COFFEE AND CHOCOLATES

Local ingredient Pizzas, Spinach Pies and Breads, Iced Mint Tea

Chocolate Bars & Desserts, Chocolate Crème Brulee, Chocolate Pudding Cake

FUNTIME

Italian Ices, water and sodas JANE’S ICE CREAM Homemade hard Ice Cream,

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Juried Crafts

HUDSON

RIVER

HUDSON RIVER STAGE

& Crafts Demonstration

Press

Revival T-shirts Clearwater Store/ Performer Music

Labyrinth Juggling Area Member Action

Arm of the Sea

Main Entrance

Green Living Expo

DANCE TENT

RAINBOW GATE

Sloop Clubs

Tickets/ Box Office

Environmental Action River Discovery Activist Area

FAMILY STAGE Children's Area

Mill Grain Bread Baking Demonstrations

Food Court

CLEARWATER

FESTIVAL great hudson river revival

STORY GROVE

at croton point park

2008 ACCESS PROTOCOL AND SERVICES

DRINK CLEARWATER

Marked areas close to the fronts of stages are reserved for people with disabilities in wheelchairs and hard of hearing to better see sign language interpreters on stage. Braille, large-print programs, and wheelchairs for short-term use are available at the Access Hospitality Tent.

The festival will provide 2 options: TAP WATER Fill your own container. BOTTLED ICED WATER Sold at stands around the site. Clearwater is selling reusable bottles. The tap water station is located by the Marketplace, come fill up your reusable bottle.

INFORMATION

Message board, Lost & Found (objects and people), and information on area service (gas, ATMs, markets, restaurants, train schedules).

RECYCLE

Use colorfully painted containers placed throughout the festival for glass and plastic bottles and cans.

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POISON IVY

Poison ivy is a-creepin’ around the festival. Patches grow close to the ground and on trees and shrubs as hairy vines. Poison ivy is a three-leaf plant that’s often shiny, sometimes dull, often dark green, sometimes light; however, there is always a trio of leaves at the end of each stem. If you come in contact with poison ivy, wash the affected areas immediately with soapy water and visit the First Aid tent if you feel itchy or a rash appears.

RA S

AINBOW STAGE

Croton Point Nature Center

Play Area

Canoes Kayaks

CIRCLE OF SONG

Working Waterfront

Marketplace Vendors

Small Boats

Sloop Clearwater

Tall Boats Dock

Schooner Mystic Whaler

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Hudson River

Swimming Beach Croton Point Park

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LEGEND BIKE PARKING

STAGES

SHUTTLE BUS STOP

FIRST AID

PARKING

VENDOR TENTS

ICE

PORT-A-JOHNS

WATER STATIONS

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saturday on-stage 11:00

RAINBOW STAGE

HUDSON RIVER STAGE

DANCE TENT

11:00 – 11:30

11:00 – 11:40 GILLEN & TURK Fearless folk rockers

11:00- 12:15 CHERES Carpathian Mountain music, joyous & rousing

WALKABOUT CLEARWATER CHORUS 11:30

11:40 – 12:30 PISTOLERA Alternative folk-lorico