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Fall Hike – Minnewaska State Park

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October 26, 2019. Minnewaska State Park – the last of the weekend Fall Hikes marathon in October. Fall colors have reached its peak in all the areas I have visited in NJ and NY. I have completed my goal – to hike and enjoy the changing colors of Fall before it’s gone. All in the 4 weekends of October. And in 3 of those 4 weekends, I have included camping in the mix. And all these weekend adventures, I have peace. Physically tiring – Yes. Spiritually rewarding – Absolutely. I am sharing all the pictures I have taken on these … Continue reading Fall Hike – Minnewaska State Park

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Walkway Over The Hudson

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Did you know that there is a pedestrian-only walkway that go over the Hudson River? There is! Walkway Over The Hudson is an old railroad bridge built in 1889, converted to a pedestrian-only walkway in 2009, going over the Hudson River connecting Poughkeepsie, NY and Highlands, NY. It is 212 ft above the Hudson River, and is 1.28 miles from one gate to the other. It is open from 7am to Sunset, except for special dates where the gates are open on extended hours. This is one of those dates – Walkway at Night. Continue reading Walkway Over The Hudson

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Fall Hike – Escarpment Trail in North South Lake

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October 12, 2019. An easy to moderate trail to enjoy the Fall colors. Include a trek down Kaaterskill Falls and up North Point for a good work out, with rewarding views. This is one hike where you have full control on how hard or relaxing you want it to be. It’s not an out-and-back. Not a loop either. There are several entry and exit points to get to the view points and back to your starting point. Take time out of the equation. Make it slow, and enjoy every little things on the trail. Continue reading Fall Hike – Escarpment Trail in North South Lake

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Fall Hike – Breakneck Ridge

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October 6, 2019. Breakneck Ridge has always been one of my favorite places to go to for a good hike. It’s just a pain because it’s a 2-hr drive from my place. Forcing myself to wake up early and go for the drive is always the hardest part. But once on the road and the strong coffee takes effect, the mood changes from “Why am I doing this?” to “Yes, another good day for an adventure!” This is not an easy hike. But a very rewarding one. Scrambling is required in some sections going up the Breakneck Ridge Trail. I … Continue reading Fall Hike – Breakneck Ridge

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Fall Hike – Bear Mountain

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October 5, 2019. Fall is here. Trees letting go of their leaves. But rather than simply letting their leaves fall to the ground, they decided to give a magic show. Perhaps to encourage folks to ignore the cold mornings and short daytime to still find time to be outside. “Bet I can make you go outside if I make my leaves turn from green to yellow to red before they hit the ground. It’s only available for a short period so come out and see this magic show, I call – The Changing Colors of Fall“ “And it’s free!” You … Continue reading Fall Hike – Bear Mountain

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Moonshine in the Smokies

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September 20-24, 2019. I traveled back to Tennessee to do another Barkley Fall Classic. And included in my itinerary was a visit back to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Last year, it was right in that moment when hurricane Florence hit the Carolinas and nearby Tennessee areas that forced the closure of some roads in the Smokies. This year, the weather was more accommodating for playtime activities. I stayed at the same hotel because it’s right in the spot close to both the park and Gatlinburg downtown. I planned to do some hiking in the smokies as part of … Continue reading Moonshine in the Smokies