Tag: travel
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Birds in the Garden of Eden: A Field Trip to Untermyer Park and Gardens in Yonkers, New York

At Untermyer Park and Gardens in Yonkers, NY, on May 18, I didn’t see many birds out of the ordinary. I was so taken in by the dramatic vistas of the park and garden that I may have overlooked them. Tens of thousands of birds migrate north of New York City each spring and…
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Big Landscape, Little Ducks: A Winter Day Trip to Cold Spring, New York

I happen to love winter landscapes. I enjoy the sight of snow-capped peaks and winter trails. While I don’t ski, I often imagine sitting by a fire in a cozy ski lodge and looking at the slopes. When spring arrives, I often regret not having spent more time in a winter destination. On Tuesday, seeing…
