Recently I spotted these beautiful ducks at Mill St. pond in Horseheads, NY. This small pond is home to mallards, geese and an amazing wood duck. I love when I come across surprising finds in nature. Thanks for exploring with me – Shelly Advertisements
Category Archives: Nature Adventures
Fall Fades Away
As the fall leaves drift away and the crisp hint of winter whispers in the wind, we decided to take in one last view of Keuka Lake. Even with the colors fading the beauty of this lake still shines through. Thanks for exploring with me – Shelly
Hiking at Robert Treman State Park
With the fall foliage on full display I recently went on a hike at Robert Treman State Park. This is one of several beautiful parks in the Finger Lakes region. If you are looking to soak up the last of these warm fall days you should head out for a hike. Trust me the picturesContinue reading “Hiking at Robert Treman State Park”
A Walk on the Spooky Side
With Halloween quickly approaching I decided it was time to get into the spirit by taking a ghost walk. For the past 13 years the Chemung County Historical Society in Elmira has hosted a ghost walk in Woodlawn National Cemetery. This cemetery is home to many notable and interesting people throughout history. I will beContinue reading “A Walk on the Spooky Side”
Floating On Air
This weekend I had an opportunity to literally float on air. I went on a glider ride! A glider is a motorless aircraft that is towed into the sky then released to glide on air currents. Elmira, NY which is located in the Southern tip of the Finger Lakes region is known as the “SoaringContinue reading “Floating On Air”
Fun at the Farm
The Finger Lakes region is now full of red, gold and orange colors announcing that fall has truly arrived. To enjoy the full fall experience we recently headed to Smithome Farms. Nestled between rolling hills on St. Rt. 352 in Big Flats you will find a Corn Maze, Hay Wagon rides and an expansive PumpkinContinue reading “Fun at the Farm”
Finger Lakes Soap Co.
This past week I had an opportunity to go to Van Etten, NY. Of course my first thought was seeing the fall foliage along the way. This time of year the hills of the Finger Lakes region are dotted with red, gold and orange. The views are breathtaking! As I was driving along I passedContinue reading “Finger Lakes Soap Co.”
Flying Down A Mountain
Today we decided to go exploring at Greek Peak Ski Resort in Cortland, NY. I know what you are thinking, “Why would you go to a ski resort when there’s no snow on the ground”? Well let me tell you; this place is awesome! We started with the mountain coaster. This little plastic car canContinue reading “Flying Down A Mountain”
Apple Picking Fun!
The epitome of fall family fun in the Finger Lakes region has to be apple picking so this weekend we loaded up the car and headed off to Reisinger Apple Farm. Located on Apple Lane in Watkins Glen you will find acres of apple trees, over 20 different varieties of apples are available on overContinue reading “Apple Picking Fun!”
