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View 316: Visiting Cowsheds Falls

Do you remember your first time visiting a natural wonder?  I am not talking about the Grand Canyon or Niagara Falls but your first lake, river, mountain or waterfall? My family camped when I was young and I remember lots … Continue reading

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Rocky Mountain High

The following lyrics are from the song Rocky Mountain High by John Denver. Now he walks in quiet solitude the forest and the streams Seeking grace in every step he takes His sight has turned inside himself to try and … Continue reading

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View 198: Indian Summer

Indian summer is a meteorological phenomenon that occurs in the autumn. It is defined as a period of above normal temperatures after a killing frost.  Those conditions fit the period of weather here in upstate New York perfectly the last few days.  With autumn … Continue reading

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Kaaterskill Falls in the Catskill Mountains

Kaaterskill Falls in the Catskill Mountains near Catskill, New York. This waterfall is right off of Route 23A between Catskill and Hunter Mountain. There is a parking area nearby and you walk down to these falls along the road. Not … Continue reading

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View 190: Summer at the Glen

Watkins Glen, New York is famous for its auto racing heritage.  In fact, NASCAR is racing there today as weather postponed yesterday’s attempt.  Watkins Glen is also home to one of the most beautiful gorges in the southern tier of … Continue reading

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