Beautiful Battery Park

Always a major enjoyment for me. When I am visiting the city of Burlington, Vermont. Is a visit to Battery Park. This 14 acre park offers beautiful views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains looking west. I always enjoy some tranquil enjoyment when visiting this great place to be.On this very pleasant Spring Day. I enjoyed a bagel& cream cheese and a bag of ships for my lunch. Not a gourmet meal. But even simple food. Takes on a very special enjoyment. When eating the food in a very special place!  I have included some photos.

The Lamoille Rail Trail

A big positive to nature lovers like myself. Are the Rail Trails that our being developed in scenic areas. In the U.S.A. and in Canada. Old trail corridors are being converted into the most perfect recreational venues! In Vermont there are several of these great opportunities to explore and enjoy the beauty of a beautiful place. I have now had the chance to enjoy the beauty of Vermont visiting the "Lamoille Rail Trail". These trails allow the visitors to hike, ride a bike, a horse. I believe Vermont also allows snowmobiles to be used during winter. Normally motorized vehicles are not permitted to be used on Rail Trails. I have included some of my photos during my experience.

Back To The Green Mountains

Driving east towards the town of Morrisville Vt.
Happily I am back on vacation time. I couldn't have come at at a better time. I have always felt that vacations are a necessity in our lives. To help promote good heath and peace of mind. Jimmy Buffett's great tune "Changes In Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes". Will always have great meaning for me!

On this vacation I'm back in one of my favorite locations. Yes I am back in "The Green Mountain State" of Vermont. I do love it here in Vermont. My love affair that began in White River Junction Vermont back in 2007. Actually began back in 1986 when my dream trip to Switzerland became a reality! Every time I am visiting Vermont. The wonderful memories of my Swiss Adventure comes back to life. The Green Mountain State in it's own right. Is a very scenic and beautiful place! Full of great places to stay and lots of opportunity to enjoy nature. You can enjoy riding a bike, hiking mountain trails, swimming, boating and skiing. Their our endless possibilities, to enjoy life in the great outdoors. All the time enjoying clean and fresh air and the chance to enjoy wonderful healthy cuisine. Lots of Vermont Food being organic and non-gmo. I found a wonderful location to stay in the town of Morrisville located just north of Stove. I rented a very nice room in an Air B&B to again enjoy living the life in The State of Vermont!

The Little River flowing through Stowe, Vt.

My street in Morrisville, Vt.

The highest mountain in Vermont. Mt Mansfield 4,385 or 1,340 M. Overlooking Stowe,Vt.

The beauty of Vermont exceeds expectation!

The Lamoille River runing through the town of Morrisville.

A Visit to Niagara Falls

A very nice day trip getting away from the rat race of the Greater Toronto Area. Included a short visit to visit Niagara Falls. This natural wonder of our world. Is always a real treat to visit. It is one of the most loved scenic areas of Canada to visit. The 167 feet drop of the 3 Falls. That is water in the Niagara River that travels from Lake Erie. On it's way to Lake Ontario. Is always an awesome sight to enjoy! On this late winter's day. The sun was in full force and yes their was a cold wind. But it was not very crowed to enjoy taking some photos.

I have shared some of the best pictures I took of the Falls.

Toronto Islands & The Waterfront Biking Trail

I had the chance to go on an outstanding day trip to visit downtown Toronto. A rare occurrence for me now. As driving a car in the "Greater Toronto Area". Can be a very unpleasant experience. Long time friend of mine Harold. Who use to work in downtown Toronto. Was the perfect guide driving into and out of downtown Toronto. I was the prefect guide for cycling on the picturesque and beautiful Toronto Islands.

Harold and I parked near Sunnyside Beach. Then we departed our parked vehicle. Peddling towards downtown on the "Waterfront Biking Trail". The weather at this point was very overcast and cool. By the time we finally reached the Toronto Islands Ferry Docks. I couldn't wait to leave behind the overcrowding and concrete skyline of Toronto. For the peace, serenity and beauty of the Toronto Islands.

After we arrived at Center Island. We rode our bikes to the southern most point of Center Island.  Then it was a very leisurely ride to reach the island residential community of "Ward's Island". It is just like living in cottage country. When you are enjoying island life, living on the Toronto Islands.

This is really a great time to go cycling on the Toronto Islands. The "Centerville Amusement Park " is closed. Also during the weekdays. The amount of day trippers is very low. Plus you are allowed to bring your own bikes over to the islands, on the ferry boats. Avoiding the unnecessary cost of renting bikes.

After enjoying the relaxing atmosphere on Ward's Island. Harold and I peddled along the boardwalk until we reached the path and then the bridge that took us over to visit the residential community of Algonquin Island. Beautiful homes looking straight towards the skyline of downtown Toronto. Along with the same peaceful and very green environment can be found living on AlgonquinIsland.

Then it was time to move to the western part of the Toronto Islands. Which is Hanlon's Point. Where the Toronto Island Airport is located. We enjoyed some peaceful and relaxing time hanging out on Hanlon's Point. Until we finally made the decision to return back to the Center Island Docks. To return to the hustle and bustle and very fast pace of the normal and real world of today.

On our return to the mainland. Harold and I enjoyed riding back to where Harold's vehicle was parked at Sunnyside Beach. During this part of the trip. We enjoyed a more scenic ride as we passed through what remains of "Ontario Place" Theme Park. Which has been closed since 2012. The only parts of Ontario place this is currently being used is the; marina, the Budweiser Stage and the historic Cinesphere. This early Imax theater has gladly survived the demise of Ontario Place.

It was great being reacquainted with the Toronto Islands. A beautiful part of Toronto that remains unchanged. Since my earliest fond memories dating back to the 1960's. It is and always be fun. To created new and happy great memories!

The contrast between "Green and Concrete"

The Concrete of downtown Toronto.

The beautiful Green of the Toronto Islands.

Ward's Island Boardwalk

The Gibraltar Point Lighthouse- built in 1808 is the oldest existing Lighthouse on the Great Lakes.

Hanlon's Point Ferry

1971 Cinesphere Imax Theater 

On the way home!

Island Lake- Orangeville Ontario!

A very beautiful place to enjoy! During a very nice sunny day. Is located in Orangeville Island Lake Conservation Area.Ontario. A great place to get away from the rat race and gridlock located in the Greater Toronto Area. Their was great boardwalk built throughout the park. Which connects a trail that goes all the way around Island Lake. A great place for a hike or bike ride. Also fishing, boating, swimming or just enjoying a nice picnic meal. Can all be yours on a visit to Island Lake. I have included some photos from a visit enjoying the peace and beauty of Island Lake Conservation area!

          A playful and enthusiastic "Ranger"having a blast enjoying Island Lake!