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Learn to Love Your River!
Our mission is to provide hands-on educational experiences about the unique Hudson River estuary's it’s ecological, cultural, and historical aspects as well as strategies for climate resiliency.
The Center for the Urban River at Beczak (CURB)
An alliance of Sarah Lawrence College and Beczak. The mission of CURB is to advance environmental knowledge and stewardship by providing high quality K-12 environmental education for the local community.
Climate Resilence Demonstration Projects
Beczak has begun a series of new projects involving climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies involving CO2 reduction and energy savings (see inside brochure).
Community Education and Recreation
Beczak provides community education programs on environmental issues as well as fitness and arts programing. We encourage community groups to use the building.
The 2023 Hudson River Talk Series
Co-sponsored by: Hudson River Boat and Yacht Club Association and the Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club
* “Hudson Riverkeeper Patrol” with Patrol Boat Captain John Lipscomb Saturday, January 14th - 2:00PM
* “Kayaking Cold Water Survival Workshop” with Phil Giller
Saturday, January 21st - 10:00 AM, also on Zoom
* "Historic Yonkers/Alpine Ferry Talk" with Eric Nelsen
Saturday, February 4th - 2:00 PM
* "Hudson River Oysters: Past, Present, and Future" with Kevin Horbatiuk Saturday, February 18th - 12:00 PM
* “Hudson River Pilots Association” with Paul Chevalier
Saturday Feb. 25th - 2:00 PM
Join us around a cozy fire this winter at the:
Beczak Environment Education Center
35 Alexander St. Yonkers NY (914) 586-2651
FREE PARKING