Category: Travel
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Discover the Scenic and Historic Sylvan Glen Park Preserve in YorktownÂ
Are you looking for a place to hike in Yorktown, New York, that offers both natural beauty and historical interest? If so, you should visit Sylvan Glen Park Preserve. This 350-acre nature preserve is home to a variety of wildlife, wetlands, and the remains of the Mohegan Quarries, which provided…
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A Walk Through History and Nature at Northwest Woods and Grace Estate
If you are looking for a scenic and peaceful place to enjoy nature and learn about Long Island’s history, you might want to check out Northwest Woods and Grace Estate Nature Preserve. Located in East Hampton, these two adjacent properties offer a variety of trails, habitats, and historical features that…
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Discover the Wonders of Trout Brook Valley Conservation Area in Connecticut
Do you love nature and want to get away from the city noise? Do you enjoy hiking, biking, or birding on different trails, terrains, and vistas? If you said yes, then you should visit Trout Brook Valley Conservation Area. This is a 1,009-acre preserve in Easton and Weston, Connecticut, that has a…
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A View from the Top of Haystack Mountain – Connecticut
We love hiking, so we were excited to try Haystack Mountain, a 1,716-foot-high mountain in Norfolk, Connecticut. Haystack Mountain is part of the Haystack Mountain State Park, which has a road or a trail that leads to the top. We opted for the trail, and it was a great choice…
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Hiking Zofnass Family Preserve: A Hidden Gem in Westchester County
If you are looking for a fun and scenic hike in Westchester County, you might want to check out Zofnass Family Preserve. This 127-acre preserve is part of the Westchester Wilderness Walk, a network of trails that covers some of the most rugged and diverse terrain in the area. You…
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Exploring Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Hey there, fellow nature lovers! Do you ever feel like you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the city? Do you ever wish you could just wander around a beautiful park and breathe some fresh air? Well, we have just the place for you: Rockefeller State Park…
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Discover the Wonders of Nature at the Greenwich Audubon Center
Are you ready for an amazing adventure in the great outdoors? Then you need to visit the Greenwich Audubon Center in Connecticut. This center is the first environmental education center of the National Audubon Society, and it has something for everyone who loves nature and wildlife. The center owns and manages 686 acres on…
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A Day at High Mountain Park
High Mountain Park is a hidden gem located in the heart of New Jersey in Wayne and Passaic Counties, New Jersey. It is a 1,260-acre preserve with a number of hiking trails that wind through the woods and offer stunning views of the surrounding area.. We visited High Mountain Park and were amazed…
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A Weekend of History and Nature in Rhode Island and Connecticut
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to visit two amazing places that showcase the history and nature of New England: Dr John Champlin Glacier Park in Westerly, Rhode Island and Fort Griswold in Groton, Connecticut. Both are within an hour’s drive from each other and offer stunning views, fascinating stories,…
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Clermont State Historic Site: A Walk Through History
Clermont State Historic Site is a 1,100-acre historic site located in Germantown, New York. The site is home to the Clermont Mansion, which was built in the 18th century by the Livingston family, one of the most prominent families in New York history. The mansion is a National Historic Landmark…