Category: Hiking
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A Visit to Saugatuck Falls Nature Area
If you are looking for a scenic and diverse hiking destination in Connecticut, you might want to check out Saugatuck Falls Nature Area in Redding. This 312-acre preserve offers a variety of trails, views and features that will appeal to nature lovers of all ages and abilities. The Falls and…
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Discovering Pond Mountain: A Hiker’s Paradise in Connecticut
If you are a hiking enthusiast, you might want to add Pond Mountain Natural Area to your bucket list. This 800-acre preserve, located in Kent, Connecticut, is a hidden gem that offers a variety of trails for different skill levels and interests. You can hike to the top of Pond…
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Madam Brett Park to Dennings Point: A Hike Through Nature and History!
Hello, fellow hikers! Today we want to share with you one of our favorite hikes in the Hudson Valley: Madam Brett Park to Dennings Point. This hike is a great way to enjoy the beauty of nature and the history of Beacon, New York. It’s also relatively easy and suitable…
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A Visit to John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary: A Place of Inspiration and Beauty
If you are looking for a place to reconnect with nature and enjoy some peaceful hiking, you might want to check out the John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary in West Park, New York. This is the site of Slabsides, the rustic cabin retreat of the famous naturalist and writer John Burroughs…
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Discover the Beauty and History of Ferncliff Forest in Rhinebeck, NY
Are you looking for a relaxing and rewarding way to connect with nature? Do you want to explore one of the oldest preserved forests in the Hudson Valley? If so, you should visit Ferncliff Forest, a 200-acre forest preserve in Rhinebeck, NY. Ferncliff Forest has a rich history and a variety…
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Why You Should Visit Lovers Leap State Park
If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, history and romance, look no further than Lovers Leap State Park in New Milford, Connecticut. This 160-acre park has something for everyone, from hiking trails and scenic vistas to historic ruins and a legendary love story. Here are some reasons…
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Hiking Illinois Mountain Park: A Hidden Gem in the Hudson Valley
If you are looking for a scenic and adventurous hike in the Hudson Valley, you might want to check out Illinois Mountain Park. This park is located in Lloyd, Ulster County, and offers 280 acres of diverse terrain and natural beauty. You can explore wetlands, rock outcroppings, ferns, and wildlife…
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A Trip to Two Historical Sites in Connecticut
Last week, we had the chance to explore two fascinating places in Connecticut that have a lot of history: the Bridgeport Wood Furnishing Co and the Indian Springs House. They are both located in Lovers Leap State Park, which has beautiful views of the Housatonic River and the hills around…
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A Scenic Hike in the Pine Barrens on the Paumanok Path
The Pine Barrens is a natural treasure in Long Island, where you can find a variety of plants and animals that thrive in the sandy soil and dry climate. One of the best ways to explore this area is by hiking on the Paumanok Path, a 125-mile trail that runs…
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Discover the Glacial Wonders of Pyramid Mountain in NJ
Pyramid Mountain in NJ is more than just a scenic hike. It’s also a journey through time and space, where you can witness some of the most incredible rock formations that nature has ever created. These are the glacial erratics, huge boulders that were transported and dropped by ice sheets…