Posted in Finger Lakes, Waterfalls, tagged Buttermilk Falls State Park, geology, glaciers, new york, ny, Robert Treman State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, Watkins Glen State Park on July 25, 2008 | No Comments »
Anyone fascinated by the gorgeous gorges of the Finger Lakes region will find this web site of interest: Finger Lakes Geology. After introductory pages, it gives more detail on Robert Treman, Buttermilk Falls, Taughannock, and Watkins Glen State Parks.
To see these first hand, pick up a copy of “200 Waterfalls in Central & Western New [...]
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Here’s a video of a waterfall in Black Brook in Sullivan County.
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Here’s a map showing some of the many waterfalls across New York State.
(This photo was taken in Fillmore Glen State Park)
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Posted in Finger Lakes, Hiking, Waterfalls, tagged Hemlock Lake, footprint press, take a hike, canadice lake, Take Your Bike, 200 waterfalls, The Nature Conservancy, Robert van der Stricht Trail on June 20, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Yippee - a new trail! Lots of volunteer labor and dedication (to say nothing of dollars) from The Nature Conservancy and the Robert van der Stricht Trail is set to open for the public beginning with a dedication ceremony on June 28th.
The Robert van der Stricht Trail, named in honor of a former president of [...]
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Here’s an article from the Rochester newspaper about the history & preservation efforts for Corbett’s Glen. If you haven’t visited this idyllic location - this summer is the time. Grab a copy of “200 Waterfalls in Central & Western New York” and head into the glen for a hike and to enjoy the waterfalls.
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Rick Marsi writes about the Finger Lakes’ waterfall jewels in his article Finger Lakes’ waterfalls are simply ‘gorges’
Maps and details for all the waterfalls he mentions can be found in “200 Waterfalls in Central & Western New York - A Finders’ Guide.” He also talks about Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Perserve - a jewel of the Finger [...]
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Posted in Adventures, Backpacking, Biking, Canoeing, Cobblestone, Hiking, History, Kayaking, Paddling, Rail-trail, Waterfalls, tagged new york, footprint press, ny, adk, staycation, Cyclotours, NY-NJ Trail Conference, Friends of the Finger Lakes, Buffalo Books on June 6, 2008 | 5 Comments »
Have you heard this term yet? Staycation - it’s the latest buzz word - driven by the rising cost of gasoline and airplane fuel. On a vacation you vacate - you go somewhere. On a staycation you stay - stay home that is and do something local.
It’s not such a bad idea. I lived and [...]
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The Thrifty Blogger writes about a family camping trip to Finger Lakes National Forest and Taughannock Falls - with lots of good photos.
Take along a copy of Take A Hike - Family Walks in New York’s Finger Lakes Region and you can enjoy the trails of Finger Lakes National Forest. With a copy of [...]
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Watkins Glen is a simply gorgeous place. To prove it, click here for some photos posted at The other Side of NY. As you plan summer adventures for your family, pick up a copy of “200 Waterfalls” and plan to visit Watkins Glenn.
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Take a look at this beautiful calendar of Finger Lakes Region waterfalls by Ithaca photographer Dewey Neild. Click on “About the Calendar” then “view the entire calendar” to see the great photos.
Then grab your copy of “200 Waterfalls in Central & Western New York - A [...]
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