tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post2235926099300239870..comments2024-03-24T14:10:13.944-04:00Comments on 1HappyHiker: Mini-Trip to Vermont and the Adirondacks1HappyHikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-54116024441952732982012-07-31T20:49:05.620-04:002012-07-31T20:49:05.620-04:00Hi Summerset,
Yes, we experienced some fond memor...Hi Summerset,<br /><br />Yes, we experienced some fond memories, indeed!<br /><br />Regarding the beaches on Lake Champlain near Burlington, I completely agree that the photos are not representative of a New England beach! However, I’m pretty certain that photos taken from the same locations during January – March would confirm a New England location! :-)<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-33613369588880492582012-07-31T15:48:40.021-04:002012-07-31T15:48:40.021-04:00Ok, that beach does not look like a New England be...Ok, that beach does not look like a New England beach at all! All that sand! I've lived in FL and CA, and have seen plenty of beaches, so that's pretty neat. Looks like you had a great trip and were able to relive a few fond memories, too.Summersethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364235843222794829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-7403723848698997622012-07-29T21:05:23.973-04:002012-07-29T21:05:23.973-04:00Hi Rita,
It’s terrific to know that you learn som...Hi Rita,<br /><br />It’s terrific to know that you learn something new from my posts. I think that’s one of the many benefits of blogging. We each learn something new when we set forth on our individual adventures, and then we share it via blogging. And as a result, you learn a little something from me, and I learn a little something from you. Seems like a win-win to me! :-)<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-87151864964765207692012-07-29T14:16:03.626-04:002012-07-29T14:16:03.626-04:00Wow John, what a wonderful mini-trip you and Cheri...Wow John, what a wonderful mini-trip you and Cheri enjoyed. Sometimes these quick get-aways are packed with fun and excitement as this trip certainly was!<br /><br />Your pictures are wonderful too. That Lake Champlain Beach is amazing and I liked your photo with the explanation of the saltwater connection to the lake.<br /><br />As I've said before, I always learn something new from your posts, and I always look forward to reading them!<br /><br />RitaOne Day in Americahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06908834658716123640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-53182957052112046242012-07-29T10:19:59.344-04:002012-07-29T10:19:59.344-04:00Hi Marty,
Yes, I think both you and Cookie would ...Hi Marty,<br /><br />Yes, I think both you and Cookie would really enjoy the Island Line bike trail! It’s just about a 2 hour drive from Bethlehem, and of course you’re driving through the picturesque VT countryside for nearly the entire distance.<br /><br />And yes, it was “good karma” indeed to have that bicycle repairman there when I needed him. A lesson was learned, i.e. I need to start carrying an inner-tube patch kit and a small pump for extended bike trips! :-)<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-51407656278125502982012-07-29T09:45:17.914-04:002012-07-29T09:45:17.914-04:00what a nice change of pace from the Whites. Need t...what a nice change of pace from the Whites. Need to get to that bike trail with Cookie as well as the other spots in your post. <br />How often does one get a flat tire and then have on the spot road service???<br />good karma<br /><br />MartyMartyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13753263313754299597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-20024632469512822902012-07-29T08:55:30.899-04:002012-07-29T08:55:30.899-04:00Hi Steve . . . WOW, I completely agree with your c...Hi Steve . . . WOW, I completely agree with your comments about Gothics! It must be a truly awesome hiking destination! Have not been there, but hope to do so, someday!<br /><br />And yes, Baker Mountain does provide nice views for relatively little effort. Wish the weather had cooperated and allowed for some longer hikes in the area. Oh well, there will be other times. And besides, the weather provided an opportunity to take a roundabout way home via Long Lake. It was fun re-visiting a few places from our past-life when we lived in Upstate NY, not far from the Adirondacks.<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-15423223369459808892012-07-29T08:33:00.576-04:002012-07-29T08:33:00.576-04:00Nice exploring, John. Baker is a neat little mount...Nice exploring, John. Baker is a neat little mountain. Gothics has to be the coolest peak in the Adirondacks - great name, impressive rock faces.<br /><br />SteveSteve Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16403760631302934834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-91029890449946260412012-07-29T08:12:55.397-04:002012-07-29T08:12:55.397-04:00Thank you Ellen for posting your comments.
As my ...Thank you Ellen for posting your comments.<br /><br />As my wife and I are discovering, there is a lot more than just the bike trails to explore in the Burlington area. And so, it’s not surprising that you and your sister have been kept busy with visiting venues other than the Island Line bike trail that is highlighted in my Blog report. But, when you get a chance, give it a try. I think you’ll like it.<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-31957634113693195112012-07-29T08:11:12.831-04:002012-07-29T08:11:12.831-04:00Hi Owen,
Thanks for posting your comments. And, ...Hi Owen,<br /><br />Thanks for posting your comments. And, as I think you know already, I’m a huge fan of exploring new things, and so I completely agree with your last statement, i.e. “. . . new terrain is always fun”.<br /><br />For certain, Burlington is a terrific city along the shore of Lake Champlain, and the biking there is top-notch, in my opinion. You mentioned taking a roadtrip in that area last month, was that a biking roadtrip? <br /><br />The Crown Point Bridge itself does indeed have an interesting history, as well as the entire surrounding area which also includes nearby Fort Ticonderoga. My wife and I were elated when the Crown Point Bridge was finally re-opened after being closed for nearly 2-years. We prefer that route between VT and NY, rather than taking a ferry across Lake Champlain.<br /><br />John1HappyHikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02242409292439585691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-87923706671127636022012-07-29T06:25:15.658-04:002012-07-29T06:25:15.658-04:00Hi John,
My sister lives near Burlington and we&#...Hi John,<br /><br />My sister lives near Burlington and we've not yet explored this area so you've provided another tempting destination. The Champlain Valley is quite beautiful, on both sides of the lake. Thanks for detailing some cool spots to visit. <br /><br />EllenEllen Snyderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09158932570826154360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5541721184143597039.post-53160630189632374032012-07-28T23:21:56.423-04:002012-07-28T23:21:56.423-04:00The Lake Champlain area is such a great place! I ...The Lake Champlain area is such a great place! I immediately regretted not allocating more time for Burlington on my roadtrip last month.<br /><br />Looks like you were a bit south...the Crown Point Bridge you mention has an interesting history.<br /><br />Great stuff..new terrain is always fun.OPW5000https://www.blogger.com/profile/16357305308336993105noreply@blogger.com