NY: Hudson Valley- Garrison-Boscobel House & Gardens

I learned of Boscobel from my cousin as an awesome venue to see Shakespeare performances in a beautiful outdoor landscape on the Hudson. A recent trip to Boscobel surprised me as it turned out to host a farmers market on Saturdays so I had a lovely last minute picnic with fresh kalamata olive bread andContinue reading “NY: Hudson Valley- Garrison-Boscobel House & Gardens”

MA: Mt Washington- Bash Bish Falls

After a rainstorm, I chase waterfalls. I most enjoy waterfalls that continues down a meandering river I can follow along a long trail. I started from the NY side of the park. After a rainfall the trails are more lush and green. I am invited to pause at every intentionally placed bench to appreciate itsContinue reading “MA: Mt Washington- Bash Bish Falls”

NY-Catskills-Haines Falls-Artists Rock

North-South Campground, Catskills has a lot to offer! A hike to Ashley Falls, Artist Rock and Newman’s ledge is about 4 miles round trip. There’s also a little jaunt to Sunset Rock I have yet to experience. Artists Rock was aptly named for painters. From artists rock stop go on to Newman’s ledge! See relatedContinue reading “NY-Catskills-Haines Falls-Artists Rock”

NY: Hudson Valley- Sauguerties- Falling Waters Preserve

Falling Water preserve is part of Scenic Hudson hikes and was opened to the public in 2011. A few miles offering a variety of types of hiking including scenic views along the river, fun benches and structures and two small but refreshing waterfalls. I even spied a snake taking a sip. There’s parking for aboutContinue reading “NY: Hudson Valley- Sauguerties- Falling Waters Preserve”

NY: Catskills region- Kaaterskill Falls

Tropical Storm Elsa had just passed. For me that meant it was time to chase waterfalls! Located in the Catskills mountains, I heard of Kaaterskill Falls and how crowded the hike had become since the pandemic with the parking overflowing necessitating strict rules be put in place. Fortunately this was a weekday and I wasContinue reading “NY: Catskills region- Kaaterskill Falls”

NY: Hudson Valley- Milton- Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa

This born and bred NYC gal chased waterfalls and farms this past weekend with a great experience at this Hudson Valley venue. I was here during the remnants of Tropical Storm Elsa which at first put a damper on things. First thing I did was schedule a deep tissue massage. I also brought with meContinue reading “NY: Hudson Valley- Milton- Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa”

NY: Hudson Valley-Red Hook- Zabriskie’s Waterfall

After a rain storm I like to chase waterfalls. Having visited most of the largest in Connecticut, I expanded my circle to the Hudson Valley. This one sits within Bard College in Red Hook, NY. Per Hudson Valley Magazine : A short walk on a defined path along the Sawkill Creek at Bard College takesContinue reading “NY: Hudson Valley-Red Hook- Zabriskie’s Waterfall”

CT: Fairfield County-Westport- Saugatuck River (Summer Kayaking)

There was a hot and humid heat wave at the end of June. I couldn’t go far so decided to try paddling at the Saugatuck River. I launched at the public launch site off of Elaine Road under 95. It was such a beautiful paddle. It was cool on the river and I felt theContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Westport- Saugatuck River (Summer Kayaking)”

CT: Litchfield County-New Milford- Lover’s Leap State Park (Spring Kayaking)

My favorite kayaking spot in the Fall (see Fall blog below), I chose to revisit in the Spring bringing a dear friend who I knew would appreciate all it had to offer. Our first decision was where to launch. As two strong petite woman, could we really launch a tandem kayak taken from the topContinue reading “CT: Litchfield County-New Milford- Lover’s Leap State Park (Spring Kayaking)”

CT: Litchfield County- New Preston- White Horse Tavern

The White Horse Tavern is a restaurant that has all my favorite attributes wrapped into one. Great food with a beautifully decorated outside deck on the river! The inside is also filled with old artifacts. It’s like a mini museum. My favorite piece is handwritten lyrics by John Lennon. The desserts are also all inContinue reading “CT: Litchfield County- New Preston- White Horse Tavern”