This year we have managed to time it just right to experience Autumn in the East.  We are still hanging out with the kids and

NYC from Bear Mountain State Park

new grand daughter but fit in a couple day trips that take us to Bear Mountain SP

and to Cat Rocks.  Both involve a bit of rocky climbing but bring us to great views from along the AT.  We revisit

Waterfalls near Cat Rocks

The Poets Walk near Red Hook.  This time all is cloaked in fall colors.  It is a nice walk through beautiful country and these days bring proof that a world without the change of seasons is just not quite complete.