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Guide to the Panorama Route, South Africa

Posted on December 3, 2019 by julieovaltrades

The Panorama Route is the perfect detour for your drive between Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, creating a memorable South African roadtrip instead of a tedious haul. Sublime views of unique landscapes and so many massive waterfalls make this a … Continue reading →

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Green Lakes State Park, CNY

Posted on August 26, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Otherworldly. Shockingly beautiful. Of mystical proportions. How can I explain to you the magnificence of Green Lakes State Park [7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066]? I cannot. You simply must go see it for yourself. On my early morning … Continue reading →

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Little Stony Point, Hudson Valley Hike

Posted on August 14, 2016 by julieovaltrades

The Hudson Valley has a lot of crazy scrambly and steep mountain hikes. Sometimes you just want a relaxing stroll. Little Stony Point [intersection Route 9D and Fair St, Cold Spring, NY] is a one mile loop that does not … Continue reading →

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Bull Hill, Hudson Valley Hike

Posted on August 13, 2016 by julieovaltrades

The Hudson Valley is filled with outstanding hikes. A lot of them are so awesome they attract crowds. This past spring I was happy to take a quiet hike on Bull Hill [Parking lot at intersection of 9D and Fair … Continue reading →

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Hike Mount Beacon

Posted on August 9, 2016 by julieovaltrades

A sensational hike filled with natural beauty, history, ruins, and a fire tower! The 4.4 mile round trip Mount Beacon [640 Wolcott Ave Beacon, NY] should be at the top of your Hudson Valley hiking list this summer. Start your … Continue reading →

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Albany Rail Trail, revisited

Posted on August 4, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I’ve been on the Albany Rail Trail four times now, trying a different portion each visit to see the whole span. First time I checked out the Delmar area. Second the Vorheeseville area. Third time I parked near Slingerlands. Most … Continue reading →

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Indian Head and Twin Mountains, Catskills

Posted on August 2, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Abridged version: Indian Head and Twin Mountains [1 Prediger Road Elka Park, NY 12427 – follow Prediger to the end of the road until the DEC parking lot], two of the Catskill 35 over 3,500, can be hiked in an … Continue reading →

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Stark’s Knob and Hudson Crossing Park, Schuylerville

Posted on July 26, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Two parcels filled with history and nature within a few minutes drive from one another make for a great few hours of adventure. Stark’s Knob Historical Lookout, Starks Knob Rd, Schuylerville, NY 12871 The park is tiny, but really packs … Continue reading →

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Black Mountain, Adirondack Hike

Posted on July 24, 2016 by julieovaltrades

On the Fourth of July I tied on my American flag bandana, put lunch and a whole lot of water into a backpack, tied up my boots, and made my way to Black Mountain [Pike Brook Road off of Hulett’s … Continue reading →

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OK Slip Falls, Adirondack Hike

Posted on July 21, 2016 by julieovaltrades

We were on our way from camping at Dippikill to go white water rafting up in Indian Lake. During the drive I noticed the trailhead for OK Slip Falls [Route 28 and intersection of Beaver Meadow Brook Rd, Indian Falls … Continue reading →

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