New York, US

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New York, US

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

Nov 20, 2025

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8 min read

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

The surprising history behind New York’s most ambitious waterway.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Peebles Island: Where Nature Meets History

Nov 13, 2025

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6 min read

Peebles Island: Where Nature Meets History

Exploring a 190-acre park shaped by water, war, and industry.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

Oct 23, 2025

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8 min read

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

A journey through 17th-century Dutch heritage, Revolutionary roots, and Hudson Valley charm.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

Oct 2, 2025

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6 min read

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

A fall road trip with covered bridges, a pretty park, and a cozy café.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Sep 25, 2025

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6 min read

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Tasting rooms, vineyards, and cozy wine bars to explore this fall

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Exploring the Audubon Sanctuaries of the Hudson Valley

Sep 18, 2025

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5 min read

Exploring the Audubon Sanctuaries of the Hudson Valley

Hiking and paddling among the birds of two Hudson Valley sanctuaries.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Sep 11, 2025

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6 min read

A Glens Falls Gem: The Hyde Collection

Discovering Rembrandt, Renoir, and more in the heart of Glens Falls

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Step Inside the Thomas Cole House and Studio in Catskill, NY

Aug 28, 2025

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5 min read

Step Inside the Thomas Cole House and Studio in Catskill, NY

Where 19th-century romanticism meets contemporary creativity in the Hudson Valley.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Aug 21, 2025

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8 min read

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Discover Clermont State Historic Site - Home to seven generations of Livingstons, sweeping Hudson River views, and one unforgettable house tour.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

Aug 14, 2025

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6 min read

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

History buffs and brunch lovers will definitely enjoy in Pleasant Valley in Dutchess County. I’m glad we checked it out!

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Wandering Through Kinderhook: History, a President, and a Legendary Inspiration

Jul 3, 2025

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6 min read

Wandering Through Kinderhook: History, a President, and a Legendary Inspiration

From Martin Van Buren’s home to the real-life Ichabod Crane, this little Hudson Valley village has some interesting stories to tell.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Jun 26, 2025

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6 min read

Hike to Bash Bish Falls, MA from Copake Ironworks, NY 🚶‍♀️

Do you love crossing state borders? Yeah, me too! Walk with me from New York to Massachusetts—Choose Your Own Adventure-style.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Jun 19, 2025

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5 min read

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Explore tree-lined streets bursting with restaurants, shops and more.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Catskill, New York is Buzzing This June – Don’t Miss a Moment!

Jun 12, 2025

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5 min read

Catskill, New York is Buzzing This June – Don’t Miss a Moment!

Markets, live music, trunk sales, and the can't-miss Summer Solstice bash.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

WWII beach rescue site and a historic iron works town

Apr 10, 2025

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5 min read

WWII beach rescue site and a historic iron works town

Let's dive into American History this week by visiting a Florida beach where American's trained and were rescued during WWII and a 1845 Iron Works town in New York.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Let's get out and explore! Coconut Point + RamsHorn-Livingston

Apr 3, 2025

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4 min read

Let's get out and explore! Coconut Point + RamsHorn-Livingston

It's spring time! Let's explore two of my favorite places to take a short walk, one in Melbourne Beach, FL and the other in Catskill, NY.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Mar 27, 2025

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4 min read

Be entertained🎭by Community Theatre

Can you experience live theatre for less than $100 per couple? Yes you can, plus the acting is superb! Open to discover these two gems.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Snowbird & Retired Life

Jan 31, 2025

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4 min read

Explore Saugerties NY + Retiring at 55

Saugerties is one of my favorite towns on the Hudson River and I wanted to share my favorite spots with you. Plus, if you're curious about retiring early, I share a bit about that too.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Snowbird & Retired Life

Jan 3, 2025

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2 min read

Easing into Snowbird Life

It's January - and still in New York

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

Peebles Island: Where Nature Meets History

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

Covered Bridges and Fall Colors in Schoharie County NY

Autumn Wine Adventures in the Northern Hudson Valley

Exploring the Audubon Sanctuaries of the Hudson Valley

A Glens Falls Gem: The Hyde Collection

Step Inside the Thomas Cole House and Studio in Catskill, NY

Exploring Clermont, NY: A Mansion, Ruins & Riverfront Picnic

Exploring Pleasant Valley NY – a bit of History and a big Brunch!

Wandering Through Kinderhook: History, a President, and a Legendary Inspiration

Hike to Bash Bish Falls, MA from Copake Ironworks, NY 🚶‍♀️

Rhinebeck, New York: A Charming Hudson Valley Getaway

Catskill, New York is Buzzing This June – Don’t Miss a Moment!

WWII beach rescue site and a historic iron works town

Let's get out and explore! Coconut Point + RamsHorn-Livingston

Be entertained🎭by Community Theatre

Explore Saugerties NY + Retiring at 55

Easing into Snowbird Life

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