Join Us Nov 4: The Nature of Nature Film Screening and Panel in Middletown
Free screening and panel at the Paramount Theatre in Middletown, Wed Nov 4, 6–8 PM, hosted by the Orange County Land Trust. Ronald Zorrilla is on the panel.
Ronald Zorrilla
Ronald Zorrilla is the founder and Executive Director of Outdoor Promise, a bilingual environmental justice nonprofit in Newburgh, NY, and chairs the New York Outdoor Recreation Coalition. He writes about Newburgh's water, air, trees and parks, and about getting people outdoors across the Hudson Valley and New York State.
Clean Water Community Day: From Harm to Healing in Newburgh
Ten years after PFAS closed Washington Lake, the military's own schedule says its study of the pollution won't finish until 2051. On Saturday, Sept 19, Newburgh gathers at Placita La Amistad to learn, get updates, and have a say in how our community heals.
OP and Clearwater Reunite to Bring Newburgh Residents Onto the Hudson River with Support from the Malcolm Gordon Charitable Fund
We’re proud to announce that Outdoor Promise, in collaboration with Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Malcolm Gordon Charitable Fund, administered by the Open Space Institute. This funding will support immersive sailing and shoreline…
Outdoor Promise Nominated for $75K Grant to Transform Newburgh
We’re thrilled to announce that Outdoor Promise has been nominated for a $75,000 grant through the Flourishing in Community initiative! This is an extraordinary opportunity to amplify our mission of creating equitable access to the outdoors, fostering environmental stewardship, and…
Journey to Remediation – Unveiling the Voices Behind Newburgh’s Water Crisis and Cleanup Efforts
The Backstory: How Did We Get Here? In 2016, the community of Newburgh, New York, was hit with unsettling news: Washington Lake, the city’s primary water supply, was contaminated with PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). These chemicals, often used in…
Kathryn McKenzie’s Journey: From Passion to Purpose
In the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley, a story of dedication and commitment unfolds. Kathryn McKenzie, once an Environmental Justice Fellow, has now been recognized by the Open Space Institute (OSI) as a 2023 Barnabas McHenry Fellow. This accolade…