Summer Hike-a-thon Scavenger Hunt 2022

July 1 - 31, 2022
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Get ready for MHLC's Summer Hike-a-thon Scavenger Hunt!
This year there will be painted bird cutouts hidden at all 22 preserves.
NEW in 2022: We're teaming with Art on the Rail Trail to expand the scavenger hunt! You can find bird-themed creations all along the Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail! The Scavenger hunt begins on Friday, July 1, and ends on July 31.

Let the fun begin! Follow the steps below to get started:

1. Use the button below to register for the event. Clues will be sent to registered participants before July 1.
2. Visit an MHLC Preserve or search the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail for birds or bird-themed pieces.
   The bird creations will remain in the the preserves and on the Rail Trail all through the month of July.
3. Take a selfie with it! We love group photos; each person in the photo who is registered gets an ice cream card!
4. Send your selfies to connect@mohawkhudson.org before the August 5th deadline to receive the following:
   - An ice cream card from Stewart's Shops,
   - One entry in the drawing to win one of the Rail Trail artworks,
   - One entry to win the grand prize, a unique birdhouse from Wildbird Junction in Delmar, and
   - Coupon from Wildbird Junction