Trail conditions: detritus
North winds combined with high tides washed floating plant debris and driftwood onto portions of the trail. Watch your step!
Autumn at its prime
The maple tree at the lighthouse dock, my indicator of the progress of autumn leaf color, is bright red. The air is crisp. Overnight temperatures are dipping into the 30s.
Trail conditions: wet
We are currently experiencing some of the highest tides of the year, occurring in the afternoon for the next few days. Please consult tide tables when planning your trip to the lighthouse. After tidew ...
Kite-surfing spider
While kayaking on the lower Esopus Creek, I noticed a tiny creature skating across the surface of the water. At first, I thought it was a water bug. As it passed in front of my kayak, I saw that it wa ...
Trail conditions: wet
Due to rain and higher than normal tides, portions of the trail may be wet. Boots recommended.
Monday Movie Nights discontinued for the season
I will no longer host movies at the lighthouse on Monday evenings due to the change in the seasons. Hopefully, I will start hosting movies again next summer.
Trail conditions: wet
Portions of the trail may be damp or wet with standing water as a result of higher than average tides.
The house by the old sycamore tree
This evening, I answered a dinner invitation from Bill and Carol Meeker. Before sunset, I kayaked about a mile up the creek to where they live. The Meeker's are a retired couple that split their year ...
Movie for Monday
For Monday, September 8th: Alfred Hitchcock's Lifeboat. Based on a story by John Steinbeck. Showtime 8 PM. Weather permitting.
This week's movie
The feature for Monday, September 1st is "Whale Rider." 8 PM showtime. Weather permitting. There's some wind in tomorrow's forecast but hopefully not too windy to raise the movie screen. I've already ...