Category Archives: America

Hike Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill, NY

Posted on November 21, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Upon entering the park, pick up a map at the tollhouse. It is very useful as there are many trails in the preserve. Take the fork to the left and park at the end of the line. From there pick … Continue reading →

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Hike Arden Point, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 20, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Garrison, NY has the coolest train station, while you’re waiting to depart – if you take a trip up from NYC, there is an amazing hike that leaves right from the parking lot. The trails at Arden Point [96 Lower … Continue reading →

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Hike Manitou Point Preserve, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 19, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Pass by the hubbub going on at the Bear Mountain bridge – less than five minutes up the road is a quiet park most people haven’t even heard of. If low key is your idea of a good time, have … Continue reading →

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Hike up Ninham Fire Tower, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 18, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Even on a cold winter day, the hike to Ninham Fire Tower is a perfect choice. To get to the fire tower – directly from the parking lot head behind the big yellow gate with a stop sign. Not the … Continue reading →

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Hike Popolopen Torne, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 17, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Hiking up to the summit of Popolopen Torne is diverse and exciting. The path I am recounting is a loop about 7 miles, ascending just under 1,000′. It is entails exquisite vistas, traversing bridges, a bit of scrambling, and peaceful … Continue reading →

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Hike the Lemon Squeezer at Harriman State Park, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 16, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Can’t help but wonder where Harriman State Park got the name Lemon Squeezer from. Was from the Lemon Song by Led Zeppelin? I’m not sure, but I do know that I do enjoy a good exciting geological element to my … Continue reading →

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Visit General Washington’s Headquarters in Newburgh, NY

Posted on November 15, 2017 by julieovaltrades

During the last years of the Revolutionary War, General George Washington was stationed out of Newburgh, NY for 16 ½ months – it was the longest he stayed at any headquarters during the war. On the grounds, the view from … Continue reading →

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Take a boat tour to Bannerman’s Castle, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 14, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Every hike in the Hudson Highlands I was captivated by a gem of an island in the middle of the river with a castle on it. For years visiting Bannerman’s Castle was on my bucket list and it finally happened … Continue reading →

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Hike to the Cornish Estate Ruins, Hudson Valley NY

Posted on November 13, 2017 by julieovaltrades

As leaves begin to shed from trees, it’s the best time to check out the   crumbling walls of the abandoned mansion in the Hudson Highlands. Hiking to the Cornish Estate Ruins is not difficult and it is a really cool … Continue reading →

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Hike the West Point Foundry Preserve, Hudson Valley NY

Posted on November 12, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Mix a bit of history, a bit of nature, and make a wonderful walk. West Point Foundry Preserve [80 Kemble Ave, Cold Spring, NY 10516] is low key park amongst many popular trails, a must see for those who are … Continue reading →

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