• A Day Trip to Dingmans Falls: A Hidden Gem in the Poconos

    Have you ever dreamed of visiting a waterfall that’s taller than Niagara Falls? Well, you don’t have to travel far to find one. In fact, there’s one right in Pennsylvania, and it’s called Dingmans Falls. Dingmans Falls is the second-highest waterfall in the state, with a vertical drop of 130 feet. It’s located in Dingmans Ferry, a quaint town in…

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  • A Day at the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge

    If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature and see some amazing wildlife, you might want to visit the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge in Ulster County, New York. This refuge is one of the top 10 areas in the state for grassland-dependent migratory birds, and it offers stunning views of the Shawangunk…

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  • A Day in Historic Huguenot Street

    If you’re looking for a unique and educational experience in New York, you might want to visit Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz. This historic site is a living museum that preserves and interprets the history and culture of the Huguenots, a group of French Protestants who fled religious persecution in Europe and settled in…

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  • The Rosendale Trestle: A Historic Bridge with a Breathtaking View

    If you’re looking for a scenic and adventurous hike in the Hudson Valley, you might want to check out the Rosendale Trestle. This impressive structure is a former railroad bridge that spans 940 feet across the Rondout Creek, 150 feet above the ground. It’s part of the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, a 24-mile path that…

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  • A Visit to the Widow Jane Mine: A Journey Through History, Art and Mystery

    If you are looking for a unique and adventurous destination in New York, you might want to check out the Widow Jane Mine, a former cement mine that has been transformed into a cultural and historical attraction. Located west of Rosendale, in Ulster County, the Widow Jane Mine is part of the Snyder Estate Natural…

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  • Walking Willowemoc Wild Forest: A Guide for Nature Lovers

    If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, hike, bike, fish, or camp in the Catskills, you might want to check out Willowemoc Wild Forest. This is a 14,800-acre area of Forever Wild Forest Preserve that offers a variety of trails, ponds, and streams to explore. In this blog post, I will share…

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  • Hiking Port Jervis Watershed: A Hidden Gem in the Catskills

    If you are looking for a place to hike, bike, fish, or camp in the Catskills, you might want to check out Port Jervis Watershed. This is a 307-acre area of land owned by the city of Port Jervis that provides drinking water for the city residents and also serves as a park and recreation…

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  • God Bless all those who have sacrificed and contribute to sacrifice for us to enjoy the freedoms we have! -Chris & Ola

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  • A Testament to Engineering! D&H Aqueduct Tow Path!

    Have you ever wondered how people transported coal from Pennsylvania to New York in the 19th century? Or how a bridge can carry water and boats across a river? If you are curious about these questions, you might want to visit the D&H aqueduct tow path, a historic and scenic trail that follows the route…

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  • How to Have a Blast on the Saugatuck Trail: A Hiker’s Guide

    Are you bored of the same old trails and looking for a new adventure? Do you want to explore one of Connecticut’s hidden gems and witness some stunning views? Do you have what it takes to hike 11.7 miles of challenging terrain and enjoy every minute of it? If you answered yes to any of…

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