New York was such a treat, especially this time of year. What a nice treat to be in the Adirondacks near Lake Placid. Checked out the ski jumps and bobsled runs. They still do training there. Campgrounds were great, hiking was outstanding, scenery was spectacular and I feel like we barely touched the surface. Highly recommend this area for everyone to experience.
We left the Adirondack to travel a short distance to 1000 Islands. It was a historical flashback to the Gilded Age of the rich and famous in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. The Boldt Castle built in the late 1800’s by the owner of the Waldorf and Astoria Hotels in New York City is by far the most luxurious and grandiose. There was a home built by William Browning, he owned a textile mill and was awarded THE contract to provide uniforms for the Union soldiers during the Civil War. My mother’s maiden name was Browning, wonder if he may be related?
Wandering Judy 