Photolearningism

Yesterday, I took to an abandoned circuit of railroad tracks that pass through Wappingers \ Hopewell Junction. I only ventured about a mile into the tracks before becoming immersed. At parts, I found old gas cans, un-potted plants, and parts of discarded railroad ties. While hiking around and studying the layout of objects, I couldn't help but begin to see stories in my head of when the tracks were built. In doing some quick research, it appears that these tracks originally belonged to the Erie Lackawanna Railroad,  constructed between 1832 to1851 (Almost a 20 year project! - Ref -   http://www.american-rails.com/erie-lackawanna.html ), and was designed to run from Piermont, New York to Dunkirk, New York. According to the available notes, over a hundred years into operation, it seems that most of the routes belonging to Erie Lackawanna Railroad were abandoned in the 1970's (Ref -  http://www.hurricanescience.org/history/storms/1970s/agnes/ ). Hurricane Agnes (1972) wrought heav

I took a walk around the Wappingers Rec Center today, which appears to be under some clearing maintenance. I honestly wasn't sure what I would find today, but a few gems glimmering in the morning sunshine surprised me. It was warmer than the last couple of adventures; I got by with only one pair of socks. However, the temperature still constituted my fanciful gloves and all the other accoutrements. I'm hoping to visit the railroad tracks on my next adventure! For now, you can follow on my Flickr feed -  https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/129003675@N04/15391840473/ Thanks for reading!

It's still fall, but now it's very white! I took to the Dutchess Rail Trail this morning to watch the sun rise and the snow glisten. What a fantastic, brilliant day! I ventured out in my adventure gear (Coats, hats, gloves, and an iPhone), using the adventure-mobile against an unplowed packing lot and the elements.  To see the full collection from this morning, please have a look at my flickr feed -  https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/129003675@N04/15719940050/ Good day to you!

I kept it local and chose another spot today on the side of the road. I found some dirt roads that stretched off in a few directions, which led to town power, gas, and water relays. The roads continued, so I walked on and found some amazing places, including a new fork of Wappingers Creek (which abruptly ended my exploration). Another beautiful morning! My sweetheart donated these awesome gloves, which kept my fingers working in the cold! To see the spoils of the morning, have a look at my flickr feed -  https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/129003675@N04/15231446393/ Good morning!

I've been exploring Wappingers Creek and surrounding areas. My first adventure to the Hopewell Rec Center a couple weeks ago was a bit different. My, how the tempature has plumeted since then. Today was a brisk 30 deg F when I started. This hobby certainly tests your resolve against frozen limbs! That aside, it was gorgeous and I landed some fine moments, which I look forward to reviewing in the years to come. Here is my flickr feed - hope you enjoy the explorations with me! https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/129003675@N04/ Quick video -  http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0BCvUMdqhIA&feature=youtu.be This is me warming up post outdooring~