From Prehistory to Preservation: The Story of Sturgeon in the Hudson

On the Hudson River near where sturgeon spend their summers, join us at Boscobel for a discussion of the past, present, and future of the endangered shortnose sturgeon (Acipenser brevirostrum). Shortnose sturgeon are ancient animals that swam in our waters when the dinosaurs roamed the earth, and still look very similar. Sturgeon have been a cultural touchstone for thousands of years, from Indigenous Lenape traditions, to the tall-tales of Washington Irving, to inspiring young scientists today.  Learn how the Hudson River shortnose sturgeon population has changed over time. Join four experts for an hour-long lecture discussing the history of sturgeon in the Hudson River Valley, the circumstances which led to the decimation of their population, and research currently being conducted.

Amanda Higgs -Fisheries Biologist, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation/ Cornell University DNRE

Chris Bowser – Education Coordinator, Hudson River Estuary Program and Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve

Dewayne Fox PhD – Professor, Delaware State University

Stephania Bolden PhD  – Sturgeon Coordinator, NOAA Southeast Region (Retired)