Collis P Huntington State Park was my second kayak launch site. Bigger than the lake at Seth-Low Pierrepont but still narrow enough to feel safe and potentially see wildlife by the waters edge. Now that I am a bit more comfortable I decided to have a bit more fun! The beginning of the launch wasContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Redding- Collis P. Huntington State Park (Kayaking, Summer 2020)”
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CT: Fairfield County-Ridgefield-Seth Low Pierre Point State Park (Kayaking, Summer)
My first kayak launch was in July 2020. I chose a local venue in Ridgefield, CT with a small lake. It was a perfect first launch at Seth Low Pierrepont State park. Truth is I was nervous but I bought the kayak anyway because of the pandemic. I bought the kayak at REI. All theContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Ridgefield-Seth Low Pierre Point State Park (Kayaking, Summer)”
CT: Fairfield County- Greenwich- Babcock Preserve (Winter)
Mansions in back country Greenwich is the approach to Babcock preserve where I found a full lot of cars together with lots of beautiful dogs prepping for the hike. If you want to lose yourself in a forest finding natural destinations as your landmark this is the place! We were directed to the blue trailContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Greenwich- Babcock Preserve (Winter)”
CT: Fairfield County-Monroe-Great Hollow Lake
An off season fun find! Great Hollow Lake is in Wolfe Park in Monroe CT which in season is for residents only. It also skirts the edge of the Housatonic Rail Trail. Recalling the lake as I biked passed a couple of years ago I decided to return. The trail around the lake is wellContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Monroe-Great Hollow Lake”
CT:Fairfield County-Norwalk-Calf Pasture (Sunrise)
Every day can bring new opportunities and new challenges. Some better than others and all offering lessons learned. It can take strength to take on each new day and the choice we each have is how we decide to approach it. When I woke today at 5am I recognized immediately that it was going toContinue reading “CT:Fairfield County-Norwalk-Calf Pasture (Sunrise)”
Inspiration: 20th Anniversary- Remembering 9/11 (Westport CT)
This terrorist attack was certainly one where everyone likely remembers where they were. I was facilitating a meeting at a Bank a few blocks away from the World Trade Center. A participant working from home shared that it appeared a plane may have crashed into the World Trade Center. Having grown up in NYC asContinue reading “Inspiration: 20th Anniversary- Remembering 9/11 (Westport CT)”
CT: Fairfield County- Drive up Sunsets (Part 2)
A few weeks ago I published opportunities for drive up sunsets off season in areas that might otherwise be for residents only. This is part 2 in Fairfield County. Darien- Pear Tree Point Beach Westport- Sherwood Island State Park Bridgeport – St. Mary’s by the Sea Bridgeport- Seaside Park Darien- Pear Tree Point Beach SherwoodContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Drive up Sunsets (Part 2)”
CT: Fairfield County- Westport to Fairfield (Biking)
Twenty miles, four beaches, two wheels and one goose! So many gifts on one ride! It was unusually warm on January 2, 2021 so decided to go for my first 2021 bike ride. One of my favorites is about 20 miles with a stop at four beaches – 3 only for residents in season- andContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Westport to Fairfield (Biking)”
CT: Fairfield County-Old Greenwich, Tod’s Point (off-season)
Another great option off season is Tod’s Point in Old Greenwich. In season it is primarily a resident only location (non-residents can enter for a fee) but off-season the opportunity to enjoy Tod’s Point unique perspective is provided to all. There is a lovely 2.25 mile loop paved walk around the point. The views ofContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Old Greenwich, Tod’s Point (off-season)”
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CT: Fairfield County-Norwalk- Calf Pasture (Winter Solstice)
“Move to the left,” I screamed out to the ducks who were hanging out by the shore. Tonight is the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, and also the evening when it’s said that we can view the planets Jupiter and Saturn to form the star of Bethlehem. Well that’s quite a goodContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Norwalk- Calf Pasture (Winter Solstice)”
Pivot and Pause in New England 