Our local Walmart was out of something I wanted and getting it shipped would take too long. I opted to drive to Mohegan Lake, NY near Peekskill to pick up the item, since the drive included the scenic drive on Rte 6 with beautiful views...
We headed to Croton Gorge on a warm spring Sunday afternoon. Problem: So did many other people. We took a walk atop the bridge but did not go to the park below due to crowding. We left and looked for a smaller park nearby. That...
I’m on a constant lookout for quiet yet pretty outdoor spots that are not overcrowded in which I can breathe fresh air and enjoy nature during the Covid19 pandemic, without compromising on the safety of ourselves and everyone else. At first our plan was to visit...
Croton Dam is the highlight of the 97 acre Croton Gorge Park. The park has many hiking paths as well as a bridge over the impressive dam. There is a playground and picnic tables near the dam, and the park. The Croton River, which begins...
Imagine cities, attractions, schools, and sports stadiums all made of mini Lego bricks. In Legoland you’ll see that and much more. Miniland is built with over 1.5 million bricks! This location of Legoland was created especially for children ages 3-10 although it can even be...
The Teatown Lake Reservation is a charming combination of nature and nature-education. The Education Center features exhibits of reptiles, turtles, fish and other small animals found in the area. Outside there is the Raptor Loop with a variety of birds of prey and eagles for...
I couldn’t believe that there is no entrance fee at the Untemeyer Garden. It is definitely one of the more hidden gems. The beauty and design of the garden exceeded my expectations. The restoration of the garden began in 2010 under the jurisdiction of...
We went to the Scenic Hudson Park at Irvington, with bikes, hoping to enjoy a ride alongside the beautiful Hudson River. When we got there we were disappointed to see that bike riding is not allowed in the park. We decided to look for another...
The 12 acre Scenic Hudson Park at Irvington used to be an industrial site. It was transformed into a beautiful waterfront park with views of the Hudson River and Tappan Zee Bridge, also including views of the Manhattan skyline. The park is a calm and serene...
I felt like I was practically at a vacation destination when I visited George Island Park. I couldn’t believe it was the same Hudson River. The Pearlman’s Harbor has a boat launch. When we visited on July 4, lots of people were launching their motor...