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Greenwich CT Hikes: Fairchild Wildflower Sanctuary

Its name doesn’t lie; Fairchild Wildflower Sanctuary is positively bursting with wildflowers! Greenwich, Connecticut is just a stone throw away from the Westchester, New York border and makes for a delightful little day trip. You can find a really wonderful … Continue reading

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Adirondack Hike: Prospect Mountain

It’s mountain season again, and I couldn’t be happier! A few weeks ago on a chilly spring day we packed our bags and headed for Prospect Mountain, just moments away from Lake George village. [Turn west from on Route 9 … Continue reading

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Sights of NYC’s Central Park

I grew up living less than 30 minutes away from NYC, a city that people travel from all world to see, and I had never been to Central Park. Wow, I took my location for granted. Well, I made an … Continue reading

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Hike Christman Sanctuary

Looking for a gentle hike with amazing sights? Christman Sactuary in Schenectady County [3281 Schoharie Turnpike, Delanson, NY 12053] will expose a series of stunning waterfalls in under two miles. Follow the blue blazes and before you know it you’ll … 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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Daytrip to Millerton, NY

Just an hour outside of Albany lays the quaint little Millerton, NY right on the border of Connecticut.  Millerton is full of kitsch and well worth a visit, especially if you enjoy tea. Our first stop in the town found … Continue reading

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Hoosick Falls Hike: Tibbits Forest State Preserve

This is our first year of real winter hiking, and therefore we are always learning new things. We recently took a hike at Tibbits Forest State Preserve in Hoosick Falls, and learned a new and valuable lesson (no real address, … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Hau’ula Loop Trail

Hau’ula Loop Trail (Wooded, Waterfall, Northshore) This trail was a lot different from all of the others we hiked in Oahu. It was very wooded with habitats that reminded us of home. We only encountered one other group while hiking … Continue reading

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Best of Oahu Hikes: Manoa Falls & Lyon Arboretum

Manoa Falls & Lyon Arboretum (Waterfall, Educational, Honolulu) A waterfall hike has a great draw, what a beautiful payoff for your labors. There was work being done on the road to the trailhead so the only free place to park … Continue reading

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