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Westchester Hike: Arthur W. Butler Memorial Sanctuary

A few weeks back while downstate visiting my family I took a drive to Mt. Kisco, a town in northern Westchester that houses a fantastic preserve. The Arthur W. Butler Memorial Sanctuary [From I-684 to exit 4 (Route 172) west … Continue reading

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Schenectady Hikes: Plotter Kill Preserve

If you are chasing waterfalls, Plotter Kill Preserve in Schenectady should be placed at the top of your list [Take 890 to Campbell Rd/2a. Turn right on Putnam Rd. Go 1.7 miles to State Route 159/Mariaville Rd. Turn right onto … Continue reading

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Rensselaerville Hike: Hyuck Preserve

Winter snowmelt brings booming spring waterfalls! This is the season to get out there and experience a sensational sight at Hyuck Preserve in Rensselaerville. Years ago I visited this preserve and it was just another hike. That was over the … Continue reading

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Albany Hikes: Corning Preserve

I’m at the tail end of obtaining my masters degree so things are a bit busy on my end. I don’t have as much time to go far away trips and trails everyday; I’ve been staying close to home. As … Continue reading

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Duanesburg Hike: Featherstonhaugh State Forest

In just a few weeks almost all of the snow is melted in the Capital Region and it looks as though spring is finally here. Two and a half short weeks ago I was hiking in freezing temperatures and a … Continue reading

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Hiking in Wilton: Orra Phelps Nature Preserve

I was looking for a short hike near the restaurant I was grabbing dinner at, and Orra Phelps Nature Preserve in Wilton fit the bill perfectly. We had a little bit of trouble finding the place because I tried using … Continue reading

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A few hours in Phoenix: Piestewa/Squaw Peak, Chino Bandido & Last Chance

Tucson is centrally located within a few hours of many interesting cities. To choose between Bisbee, Nogales, and Phoenix was difficult, but I am happy with the outcome and enjoyed my time in Arizona’s capital city. The journey took us … Continue reading

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Tucson: Meditate and Hike at Sanctuary Cove

Sanctuary Cove [8001 North Scenic Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743] is an off the beaten path spot that firstly hosts an all creeds chapel, a quaint brick structure quietly situated in the desert. Secondly Sanctuary Cove offers an awesome little meditative … Continue reading

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Tucson: Saguaro National Park

Driving and hiking through Tucson’s Saguaro National Park is an absolutely stunning scene, and the perfect introduction to the Sonoran Desert. Saguaro National Park is split into two parts about 45 minutes away from one another, the Rincon Mountain district … Continue reading

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San Diego: Sunset Cliffs

Sometimes, the name says it all. If you are the type to make time to watch the sunset, Sunset Cliffs [1253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, San Diego this is just one number to use for a GPS, but there are many … Continue reading

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