Dear Friends,

2010 yielded some truly terrific results for the Incline Society, none of which would  have been possible without the hard work and generous support of our volunteer staff, members, donors and friends. On behalf of our entire board, thanks for all you’ve done to accelerate our progress.

People are the key to our success, and even though we raised more funds in 2010 than ever before, tripling our membership meant far more to us. Our passionate and growing core of supporters is helping spread the word about this marquee Hudson Valley attraction.  

That core includes a growing number of local municipalities and businesses who recognize that a restored incline railway represents a tremendous economic opportunity for our region. But it also includes organizations such as the Beacon Institute for Rivers and Estuaries, the Hudson River Valley Greenway, and others who understand that the incline will help connect people of all ages and abilities with our natural landscapes. And it includes philanthropies such as the Dyson Foundation and the Greenspan Charitable Trust, who have contributed very generously to our efforts. 

We remain committed to restoring this National Historic Register attraction so that it may once again delight millions of Americans. To that  end, this year we plan to complete our detailed restoration concept and present it to Scenic Hudson, the railway’s owner (learn more inside). With theirconsideration and approval, we hope to accomplish our mission, one which would have been impossible without their preservation and stewardship of the railway property. To Scenic Hudson, our very special thanks, and to all of you...see you at the top! 

Anne Lynch

President and CEO