Located in the southwestern portion of the county, Wappinger Township and the incorporated village of Wappingers Falls are bordered on the west by the Hudson River. Other villages that are nestled within the Wappinger Township area include New Hackensack and Chelsea.  Newcomers will find a wide range of housing options as well as lifestyle choices that enable them to escape the bustling atmosphere of the “big city” for a more relaxed setting.  Area highlights include the Dutchess County Airport, Castle Point Veterans Hospital, and the Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center. Neighborhood schools provide an excellent public education based on the efforts of a dedicated staff, generously funded school programs, and community involvement.  The recreational amenities include lush parks, sports fields and courts, athletic leagues, playgrounds, tennis courts, many supervised recreation programs that appeal to residents of all ages, and a senior center with a wide range of activities.