Go on a StoryWalk at Long View Park

Posted byElisabeth DuboisPosted inCollaborations

A beautiful view, fresh air, and a story to read along a trail – that’s what the StoryWalk at Long View Park offers to families ready to combine a nature break with learning and fun.

A StoryWalk is a deconstructed picture book, with each page posted along a trail. Families enjoy a story while children and adults get fresh air and exercise. In addition to reading the book page aloud, adults are encouraged to ask children questions and suggest exercise activities. Prompt cards on each post offer ideas: “How many birds do you see on this page? Count them out loud. Then flap your wings and fly to the next page!”

RCS Community Library, New Baltimore Conservancy, and Scenic Hudson have partnered to bring families an opportunity to enjoy reading, hiking, and the historic Armstrong Farm. Long View Park is located at 1886 River Road, West Coxsackie, NY. The story is At the Marsh in the Meadow by Jeanie Mebane, and the walk is less than a half-mile each way.  When visitors are done reading, they can continue on to a beautiful overlook of the Hudson and opt to explore the hiking trails down to the shore.

Published by Elisabeth Dubois

Elisabeth Dubois, Ph.D., is a cybersecurity expert and researcher dedicated to protecting communities and empowering public leaders in the digital age. Currently serving as a Cyber Risk Specialist with NYMIR and Co-Director of the Local Government Cybersecurity Alliance, Elisabeth specializes in helping local governments navigate the complexities of AI, cyber risk management, and incident response. Her research focuses on the intersection of technology, risk management, and social equity—specifically investigating how cyber threats and crisis communications affect vulnerable populations. With a Ph.D. in Information Science (specializing in crisis communication and information assurance), an MBA, and a B.S. in Digital Forensics from the University at Albany, Elisabeth combines technical expertise with a passion for public policy and international education.

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