# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bedford Field Notes: Forests
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: TWO EVENTS: A discussion exploring forests + a celebration of MRG's Rod Christie upon his retirement. Come to one, or both!About this EventPART I: First, join us for a lively discussion about forests — how they function, why they matter, and how we can better understand and care for them in a changing world.The evening will feature , a forest ecologist, best-selling author, digital-storyteller, and nationally-recognized voice on rethinking our relationship with forests. Tapper is the author of , an internationally-acclaimed work that blends science, history, and personal experience to challenge conventional ideas about “good” and “bad” nature, invasive species, and what responsible stewardship really means. Through his writing, public speaking, and large online following, Tapper has become a leading advocate for a more honest, ethical, and adaptive approach to caring for forests.He will be joined by Rod Christie, the long-serving Executive Director of the Mianus River Gorge, and a deeply respected conservation leader whose work has shaped land protection, stewardship practices, and public understanding of the Hudson Valley’s natural landscapes. The event will close with audience Q&A.The evening will be moderated by David Pogue, the Emmy Award–winning journalist, author, and television host best known for his work with CBS Sunday Morning, The New York Times, and NOVA. A Bedford resident, Pogue brings curiosity, clarity, and wit to conversations that bridge science, culture, and everyday life.PART 2: Then, the community is invited to join us for a celebration honoring Rod Christie's retirement after nearly 30 years of service to our community. Enjoy a community-centered celebration on the Bedford Village Green with libations, signature cocktails, light bites, and pizza from oHHo/Pizza Girls NY.Tickets are available for Bedford Field Notes ($35) and the celebration on the Village Green ($75), or attend both ($100) for a $10 savings.Bedford Field Notes is presented by the Mianus River Gorge, in partnership with the Bedford Historical Society, the Bedford Garden Club, and the Rusticus Garden Club.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3dbdfb10-0c4a-11f1-bef1-5f57dd5c1ffd-rimg-w1200-h444-dcffffff-gmir.jpg
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- **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35, max: 100, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Bedford
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Historical Hall
- **lat**: 41.20248089999999
- **long**: -73.6444637
- **full address**: Historical Hall, 608 Old Post Road, Bedford, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Mianus River Gorge (https://allevents.in/org/mianus-river-gorge/25472604)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Historical Hall, 608 Old Post Road, Bedford, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 35 up to 100 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Mianus River Gorge
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Art, literary-art, Contests
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Bedford Field Notes: Forests ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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