It was a sad reason why we were up in Thunder Bay for our first visit to this northern Ontario city. My wife’s father had died, and she needed to get away. We did a rapid, four-day round trip to this city just months after…
I needed a place to watch the sunrise. Charlene and I have never seen the sun rise into the sky in our adventures. We decided that this was going to be the year that we would finally venture to Alaska. Delay after delay (all brought…
Spencer Smith Park is conveniently located right off the highway. It is a beautiful spot to see the lake, walk along the shore, and experience many events here. The Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail is one of those events, and it is in its second season…
Stepping Stones Falls is an excellent “Mini-Stop.” I like these mini-stops because they are a great way to stretch out, see something new, and break up a long drive. At this mini-stop, there is a dam with artistic and architectural value. Unlike most dames, this…
We had left New York City and were on our slow return home. Travelling north roughly along the Hudson River toward our hotel room, we would make our final stop of the day at Croton Gorge Park. The sun was starting to set, and the…
Charlene and I have been to many former homes that have now been converted into museums and attractions. These destinations range from the ultra-rich to the common folk of the era. All of these places have their own particular charm and appeal. But of all…
It was warm for a December morning, but it was still December and being high up on a bridge that spans a large river, who were we kidding – it was freezing! Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park was our first stop of the…
We finally did it! We have now seen all the Great Lakes. It was a brisk February afternoon, and the wind was chilly coming off the lake. We missed the ice storm that covered the lighthouse in a dress of frozen water, but that did…
We had planned a trip to view the fall colours in New York and Pennsylvania. One of our stops was in Allegheny National Forest, particularly Rimrock Overlook. I intended to stop, admire the scenery, snap a few pics and go off to the following site.…
