From Ticonderoga to Birmingham, NY

Today was our last day of cycling. Our 55 mile ride along the Lake Champaign Bikeway was so scenic as we passed farms, recreational areas along Lake Champlaign, and small New England towns. Three weeks of cycling, no rain, renewing friendships and meeting new people made this adventure another memorable experience.
I want to thank everyone who contributed to Parkinson's this year. Your encourgement and support is what means the most to me.

Fields of corn along the Lake Champaign Bikeways

From Fort Edwards to Fort Ticonderoga

Terrain changed today as we entered the Adirondacks. Our 53 mile ride had the most difficult climbs of the entire trip. After our arrival we toured Fort Ticonderoga, built in 1775 by the French army. The fort is situated between Lake Champlain and Lake George. This remote post guarded the narrow waterways connecting Canaeda with Britain's American colonies. Whichever nation controlled Ticonderoga controlled America. We learned quite a bit if history today.

Canons at Fort Ticonderoga

Breakfast at Sally's Hen House

From Albany to Fort Edward

Perfect weather cycling 49 miles with temperatures in the high 70's.  Discovered this bike rack sculpture in Schuylerville. This purple bike is only one of six brightly colored bikes in the sequence on the sidewalk.

Along the Hudson River

Just couldn't resist another photo along the Hudson. The train tracks and bridge reflecting in the river with Queen Ann flowers overlooking the edge was breathtaking.

Bakery Break in Troy, NY

RCA Victor Symbol

When leaving Albany this morning, we finally found this famous symbol above the factory.

From Rheinbeck to Albany, NY

Today's 50 mile ride very scenic along the Hudson River with temperatures in the low 80s. We cycled through small towns of Red Hook, Livingston, Hudson and Stuyvesant before entering Albany over the Dunn Memorial Bridge. I was amazed at the architecture of the buildings, new and old. On our walk we were able to explore City Hall, the State Capitol, Palace Theater and a few other buildings. I think I would need another day here to tour to absorb 400 years of history.

Original offices of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad

Restful Lunch Stop along the way

Following bike route 9 through New York state

From Bear Mountain to Rheinbeck, NY

Our destination today after 50 miles was the Linwood Catholic Center near Rheinbeck, NY. Ten miles before we were at the FDR memorial park in Hyde Park. We could not miss this opportunity to tour his home and learn more about FDR and his family so we stayed behind to takes the tour. One goes away from this experience knowing that he was always an optimist, even when strickened with polio.
The Center has a serene setting overlooking the Hudson River. After dinner many of us just went outside to enjoy the view and relax before getting ready for tomorrow's ride to the big city of Albany. This is certainly a moment in time to remember.

Civilization marked by Washing Machines

We're at the Linwood Catholic center run by the Ursula order of nuns near Rheinbeck, NY. No more washing clothes by hand after two and a half weeks on the road!

Serenity overlooking the Hudson River