I got to check out another carousel.  This one isn’t a restored antique.  It is a brand new carousel, aptly titled the Adirondack Carousel, populated with critters of theAdirondacks.  It is quite the menagerie.  I officially rode the river otter, Oliver but had to try out Soarin the eagle, Spencer the skunk, and Twitter the thrush.  Oliver’s neighbor was Spike the porcupine.  Then there were Thunder the draft horse, Lucy the loon and Beethoven the moose plus many more.  It is beautifully done.  The carving and painting is amazingly intricate.  The animals are decorated with flowers and forest greenery and many are chowing down on their favorite treat.  The Heron/Bubbles was retired from carrying guests since her neck was apparently a little too fragile but she still stood proudly for all to see.  You can check it out at www.adirondakcarousel.org.  They show all the carvings, share their names, and talk about the artists.