RCAF Museum

Aviation and history have always been a topic of interest with me. Canadian history includes very dedicated and talented people. Who represented Canada with pride and dedication on the world stage. During Word War Two. If not for the young and talented Canadians who fought, and also sacrificed there lives. The outcome of the second world war. Could have been different.
Keith and I paid The Royal Canadian Air-force Museum a visit. To enjoy the history and pay homage to the Canadians who served, fought and lost there lives in various conflicts around the world.

Of interest in the museum is a fully restored "Halifax Bomber". One of only a few remaining Halifax Bombers to have survived. Also my father (Sheldon Wolfe) stone in the Ad Astra park located at the museum.

This fine museum is located at; 220 RCAF Rd, Trenton, ON K0K 3W0. There is no admission fee. However it is great if you give a small donation or a make a small purchase from the souvenir store.

A Trenton Long Weekend

I enjoyed a very nice long Simcoe Day Long Weekend. Thanks to good friends Sandie and Keith. Who were good enough to be great hosts for a short a memorable vacation. Even getting away from it all for 3 days. Also just traveling a short distance from home. Can still be a very nice vacation.
The destination for 3 day long weekend. Was the town of Trenton. Located some 100 miles (160 KM) east of Toronto. The town of Trenton is located on the beautiful "Bay of Quite". Also is home to an Royal Canadian Air Force Base. Situated to the west of Trenton is "Prince Edward County". Which is a wonderful place to live and visit in the Province of Ontario.

This short however quality trip. Began after work on Friday. I left the city of Toronto and the rat race behind. To avoid the heavy and congested traffic. That is a normal part of getting away or returning from vacation. Driving from the city of Toronto area.

This short trip consisted of relaxing in the peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Enjoying some great food and drink. Swmming in Lake Ontario. Also getting in some fun exercise by biking around and enjoying "Prince Edward County".

The following pictures are of "The Murray Canal". Which is a part of the "Trent-Severen" waterway. Connecting The "Bay of Quinte" and "Lake Ontario". One of 4 ways to enter the island of "Prince Edward County". An excellent place to enjoy a summer holiday.

"See Vermont"

It is now time to put my 8th Vermont trip into perspective. Eight times I have ventured to visit the Green Mountain State. Eight times I have crossed Lake Champlain to enjoy all that the Green Mountains have to offer. Which is so much!
It is the natural beauty of the land. The diversity of the state of Vermont. Which includes; lakes, mountains, rivers, islands, and valleys. It is the rich history of Vermont. How a tiny area. Inhabited by simple farm people. Banded together to form a country. The Republic of Vermont founded in 1777. Under the leadership of Ethan Allan. The fact that today in the year 2013. Vermont hasn't really changed very much. The Green Mountains are still as beautiful as ever. They are still inhabited by a small group of simple and strong people. Who are proud to call Vermont there home. The state of Vermont to me resembles a beautiful and unique European Country. That is forever lost in North America. For living in Vermont today. Is totally different then living in Canada or the U.S.A., in my opinion. Vermont represents a quality of life. That the other two counties just can't match!
So for anybody who reads this post. Do yourself a favor and "See Vermont". You will be happy and glad when you do!

The picture is a vintage 1971 Vermont licence plate. That was obtain on this recent trip.

The Burlington Scene

My last day of 2013 trip to Vermont. Was spent in the beautiful city of Burlington. I drove up from The Gathering Inn. Then found a great place to park my car on Pearl Street. There is a nice parking lot in behind the Dunkin' Donuts located there.
After getting settled in. I rode my Raleigh Bike to get some lunch. I found and ate at a nice Mexican restaurant. The food was very good. The portion was small. But much better. Compared then if it was the other way.
Then I rode my bike down to Lake Champlain. To ride the Burlington Bike Path. I rode the path for about 5 miles. Until I reached and crossed the bridge that crosses the Winooski River.
After I rode back to Burlington. I had a brief look in a Record Shop. Then the rain began. I found a great coffee shop to enjoy a hot cup of Joe. Before I headed back south to enjoy a party at the Gathering Inn. being held in my honor. There is no way I could be late for that.
I have included some pictures of enjoying my time. In Vermont's beautiful city. The city of Burlington.

Time For Some R & R!

Today was more classic weather over the Green Mountains. I just decided to stay close to home. To relax and do some bike rides on route 100.
The first ride was again to visit and enjoy a nice cup of coffee at Sandy's. I also ordered a sandwich to go. For my sustenance at lunch time. After the first ride. I just chilled out at the Gathering Inn. Just trying to relax and rejuvenate my mind and body. Isn't that what enjoying quality time is all about? After enjoying the lunch that I purchased from "Sandy's" in the morning. I then set out on my second bike ride of the day. This time it was to visit one of the most impressive water falls in Vermont. That would be "Moss Glen Falls". Which is located only 7 miles to the south of the Gathering Inn on Route 100. It took me about 1 hour of peddle power to arrive at "Moss Glen Falls". I did enjoy to hang out and enjoy this awesome natural site for awhile. As I had Moss Glen Falls all to myself.
The ride back to the Gathering Inn was all downhill. Much easier then then moving north on route 100. The return ride of 7 miles was achieved in about 40 minutes. Then I enjoyed a short dip in the clear and cool White River that is a short walk from the Gathering Inn. Also enjoying to sit out in the backyard of the Gathering Inn after dinner was also a great part of a perfect day. During my 2013 visit to "The Land of Green".