A New Year’s Stroll Through Little Falls, NY

Little Falls, NY, is a lovely and picturesque city in Herkimer County. First settled in 1723, it was originally called “Rock City.” No kidding– many of the city’s plentiful buildings were built perched on the rocky slopes and cliffs. Driving through the streets in an exciting challenge, but the views are simply stunning. Downtown was [...]

Our Adventure Through Howe Caverns, Cobleskill, NY

I firmly believe that every New Yorker should see Howe Caverns. I think the place is part of our identity as New Yorkers, on par with Niagara Falls and the Statue of Liberty. Howe Caverns is simply stunning. It has amazed visitors for over 169 years and despite our modern technological marvels, the trip will [...]

Climbing Blue Mountain: The NYSDEC Trail

Oh, my aching muscles…. Blue Mountain is in the central Adirondacks. Located in Hamilton County, the peak of the mountain reaches 3750 feet (1143 meters) and elevation gain from the trail head is 1559 feet. The trail is approximately 2 miles up- you can do the math to see how steep the trail is! A [...]

The Smallest Church in the World, Oneida, NY

This little bitty church– barely enough room to hold three people– hold the claim to fame as the smallest church in the world. It rests on a small pond outside the village of Oneida, NY.

Adirondack Trail to Barneveld and Hinckley Lake

We went to see Trenton Falls, but it was closed. So we followed our noses and found adventure in other means. The West Canada Creek is majestic and ferocious! And the scenery is story-book gorgeous.

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