Road to the Reunion... Sue & Paul's Excellent Adventure Continues...

Day One
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It is great to be able to start out lighthousing by going to a lighthouse that we haven't been to before...

Presque Island

Of course it would have been a little nicer if it hadn't been raining, but that is when a lighthouse is needed more.... much more than on a sunny day!!


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Sue spotted this fungus growing on a log across the road from the entrance to the lighthouse grounds...

Have you ever tried shooting in the shade, in the rain with an umbrella to keep the rain off the camera but trying not to block the little light coming through the leaves on to your subject?

Well I have, now!
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A Wacko dinner is next in order...
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Wow... and I do mean Wow™!

Mombo ordered the small seafood platter, enough food for the whole group..
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Sue and JJ's wife, Kathy, both enjoyed the scrod and put up with gathered Wacko's...
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Speaking of Wacko's... JJ was all a "Glow" while enjoying his spicy Italian dish..

SaintWackoPaul '
Keep the Flame



[This message has been edited by engbrady (edited 09-23-2001).]

Looks like your having a great time Paul. The last time I had Scrod was on the bus trip to Cape Cod at the last Reunion. Yep we had "Scrod on the Cod".

Looks like a glass of water with that seafood platter Mombo?


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All you Wacko's..So glad you all had a great time together....can't wait until we are making more memories in Baltimore.

Paul, See you and Sue on Sunday, the 30th.

Derith

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Noticably absent from the photos are Paul's large plate(s) of food! I.O. was also in attendance but somehow didn't manage to make it into the pictures. Nice getting together for a little pre-reunion reunion!

Mombo, IO seems to be a lot like Nile's ex-wife on Frasier...you hear about her but you never get to see her Paul, Sue, JJ... was there really an IO with Sue...

Ruthie

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I noticed that once again Paul had pictures of people eating, maybe that could be another contest, How many pictures does Paul have of HL/Forum wacko's eating??

Just remember Food + Paul and his camera = picture of you eating

Day Two
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Getting ready to get on the road from JJ's... next stop Lighthousing
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Wait a minute... Jim Johnston (with a 't') must have opened some Hallmark stores carrying Harbour Lights and in Jim Johnson's (without a 't') territory.
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This store didn't have HL even though it says so on the website.. I must remember to call Zina on Monday to let her know..
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The tributes to the fallen Americans are everywhere in the Empire state. This is at a plaza on the way to Albany along the turnpike. We traveled the back roads as well and the support is along every inch of the way...
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We did stop and do R@R at Salamacks in Schenectady, right outside of Albany, NY
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One item they still had....... a full Stamp set #A445 plus some other nice retired lights.
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We arrived at the Quality Inn in Albany to meet up with fellow United States Lighthouse Society members gathering for a tour down the Hudson river and several lights on Long Island.
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USLS Dave Snyder updates the group at a gathering about changes that there will be in the tour.... a couple of security changes which could end up being a positive since the lights we will attempt to replace a couple we can't visit are one's that we wanted to see more..
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The basic tour is still the same as the map...



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Day Three

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We all board the Brown Tour Coach... number 88
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We beat the Ductch Apple to the dock since they ran into patches of morning fog coming down the Hudson river..
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What a day... as we head down the smooth as glass water to our first lighthouse Hudson-Athens..
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Our hosts at the lighthouse are waiting our arrival...
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While attempting a very tricky docking of the Dutch Apple.. "Man over board was heard following a splash... young Larry had slipped off of the edge of the boat while handling the stern line.
He was not the worst for wear... just red-face and as he told me, the water was really cold....
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The view from the lanternroom was very enjoyable... gorgeous day!!
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Our hosts at the light wish us a great trip abnd we are on our way down the Hudson...
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Everybody was really enjoying the chance to relax on the Dutch Apple and swap lighthouse stories...
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While half of the group learns about the restoration and saving of the Saugerties lighthouse from destruction
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the other half enjoys the corn chowder and pea soup for lunch on the ajoining island...
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The fauna was as beautiful as the day..
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I thanked the Captain for arranging to have the sailboat come by the lighthouse as we were leaving... to help the pictures...
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Quite a site and quite a light!
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We took a cruise by Esopus Meadows before docking at Kingston, NY... they are really coming a long on their restoration work on the lighthouse..

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The Captain did a masterful job docking the boat in a spot that seemed to be half the length of the big boat..
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We all then were shuttle out on a smaller (water taxi type) boat, was named the Indy 7, by the way, to Roundout Lighthouse for a tour of the light..
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When we arrived at the Hotel Thayer on West Point property we went through a full inspection.... a sign of the heighten security



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Paul, I just love it when you and Sue are on the road...with all your pictures it feels like I'm right there with you...can't wait for more.

Ruthie

Day Four
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We had a very nice stay at the Thayer Hotel, located on the edge of the West Point Academy property... now back on the road.

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We are going across the Bear bridge to board the Dutch Apple which had to dock off of the base property..

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First, a look across the Hudson river at the fog shrodded Academy....

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Then we board the Dutch Apple for the rest of the cruise to the Big Apple!

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Lighthouse Society members with a last look at foggy West Point....

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The difference from yesterday's weather is dramatic.... but beautiful.

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The captain picked up a pilot to help guide him down the river for a while....


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While three of their mates inspect the boat.... these two members of the Coast Guard travel along side.

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After we pass inspection, it's back in their boat....

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Then they bid us farewell and good wishes....

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First lighthouse of the day that we pass is Stoney Point Light

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The river was at times eerie to look at, but the contrast from the beautiful sunny day before was an enjoyable experience....

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We approach another lighthouse in the morning fog....

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It's Tarrytown lighthouse...

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We got a brief moment of sunshine as we pass the beautifully kept lighthouse...


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A huge American flag welcomes people crossing the George Washington bridge...

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Next lighthouse the little red lighthouse....

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We receive just a bit of sunlight as we passed Jeffrey's Hook...

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A quick stop at Liberty Park for a view of Lady Liberty.... another brief moment of some sun.

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The tour included a tour of the site of the National Lighthouse Center & Museum....


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[This message has been edited by engbrady (edited 09-25-2001).]

Thanks Paul for taking us all along!
Derith

Paul & Sue
Going to try to meet you at Fire Island Tuesday at noon.


bob

Paul & Sue,

Thanks for sharing your trip with us all.

Ron
(CT Keeper)

Thanks, Paul and Sue, it's great to follow you in your travels!

Barb

Thanks Paul and Sue,
I really enjoyed your pictures of your trip. I'm a former New Yorker. I've sailed up and down the Hudson many times on the sloop "Clearwater" and it sure was a treat to see those pictures of those lighthouses.
You did a nice job. Thanks again, Joan

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Day Five
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First stop, Old Field...
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Old Field wasn't on the original route but it was a very pleasant replacement... Sue liked Oldfield a lot, in fact she said, "I could live there!"
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Figuring out just where Old Field is on Long Island....
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The tree is in the right place but I guess it should now be an evergreen tree..

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We all got to add to our lighthouse viewing totals... as the town of Islip had about four lighthouses on each side of the street in their downtown area...
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Next stop, Fire Island... Bob Scoope met us there and gave Dave some tips for Wednesday's lighthouse viewing on the LI..
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In spite of the rain it is still a great visit to Fire Island...
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Tour of the lighthouse and climb of the tower is next..
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I believe it was mentioned 184 steps to the top, or in that area..
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Very nice view of Long Island from the top... it was raining but the tower protected us on the one side.
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Several of us chipped in and got Fred, our great bus driver, the proper garb to wear ... Lighthousing.
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Fred, now wearing his Fire Island shirt, delivered us to the end of Long island and Montauk...
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Looking from the front of the lighthouse to where they surf-fish off of the Point..
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They have some Great Fresnels at Montauk..
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This is for Mo! She loves flowers...
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On the walk from the town of Montauk back to our Hotel... a Fabulous Sunset.
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The bus loading up for the short trip to dinner... Oh yeah- a Great Sunset!!!
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Dave handing out prizes.... provided by none other than Harbour Lights... I think there is a postcard that goes with this lighthouse...



[This message has been edited by engbrady (edited 09-30-2001).]

Paul, did you see Mike, the Lightkeeper, at Hudson-Athens? Too bad you couldn't have docked at West Point and had a tour but given the situation ...

Stony Point Lighthouse is actually on a peninsula:
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What a great link, Sue! Thanks for posting.

Barb

Thanks Paul and Sue for taking the time during your trip to keep us posted on how your trip is going. One of the nice things about the forums is being included via the internet on the many trips and functions fellow members partake in. Thanks again for the great shots and enjoy the rest of your trip. Patty and I can't wait to see you two at the reunion.

More great pictures Paul...Are all the people on your tour coming to Baltimore? Terry & I will be flying out in FIVE more days...

Ruthie

Day Six
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Day Seven

We are saying good-bye to our United States Lighthouse Society friends this morning... breakfast ...

Then the Bradys are in route to Point Judith and the ferry to Block Island for the rest of today and tomorrow..
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[This message has been edited by engbrady (edited 10-01-2001).]

Glad you got to see Orient Point, Plum Island and Long Beach Bar even if it was from a distance.
Bob

Sue & Paul,

Not sure where your plan is taking you but just to give you a heads up in case you wish to stop by.

Bill Younger will be at the following two locations this weekend and NELL will be setting up a recruitment table at each event. Sat. Sept. 29 at Lighthouse Depot in Wells, ME from 1-4 PM and then Sun. Sept. 30 at Marvel Shop in New London, CT from 1-3 PM(just off Interstate Rt. 95).

Stop by and say hello if you get a chance.

"Keeping The Flame Alive in New England"
Ron

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Day Eight

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Sunrise at South East Block Island Lighthouse
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Shoreline below the lighthouse..
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Swan's on the lake on the way to Norht Block Light
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North Block Island Light
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Sunset at North Block
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On the walk back from the lighthouse
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Moon over Block Island..

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Day Nine

three days with no way to connect from Hotels

will add later to catch up...

Day Ten

Just a couple of images a real early wake-up tomorrow and late arrival tonight to go out on the Chesy...




Rainbow over the Concord Lighthouse tonight...




Reverse angle and the reason the lighthouse has a pink glow to it in the Rainbow image..




The Wacko gathering has begun...

more images to be added as time permits..


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Great pictures...sure do see a lot of familiar faces in this group... Paul, it's good to see you get in a picture yourself once in awhile...we will be leaving Phx at 9am today...see you all soon...

Ruthie

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Day Eleven
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Six Wackos start out the drizzly morning boarding a boat at Hooper Island and, guess what, our first lighthouse is Hooper Island Lighthouse!

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Next stop, Sharp's Lighthouse. Hmmm....still leans!

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Then on to Bloody Point Light.....almost a twin to Sharp's but it does not tilt as badly.

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On to Mecca! Even our Captain was heard to comment that it is a pretty lighthouse.

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A look at Cove Point from the water. Most of us have seen this lighthouse from the land but not from the water.

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This is the only remaining evidence of the former location of Cedar Point Lighthouse ....it was a sad moment

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Last but not least, Point No Point Lighthouse which was in very good condition.

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Name this mystery lighthouse photographer at Thomas Point lilghthouse.




[This message has been edited by engbrady (edited 10-04-2001).]

Looks like Sean Thompson to me...but I could be wrong.

Bob

P.S. Paul, your pictures of your journey are a wonderful. Thank you for taking the time to share them with us.

It must be Derith?

I was going to say Derith, too

It is Derith... who doubled as our tour guide for the day..

Paul

What tour company did you use? I'm looking to go on one in the spring. Maybe the locals on the board could get something together.

I recognize at least 8 folks in the picture at Concord. Could we get a list of names to go with that picture? Or those present could identify themselves? Thanks.

Mombo,

Here's a list of those at Concord point

First Row Sitting- left to right

Patty Kaiser Mike Kaiser Gail Jumper

Second Row standing- left to right

Dennis Whelan Kay Toth Gary Toth

Derith Bennett John Chidester Sue Brady

Paul Brady

Third Row Standing-

Father Bill our Tour Guide

Ryp "Bubba" and Sharon Plys.To whom I apologize for not remembering their last names, but I saw them at Sandy Hook on Wednesday and found out.

Dennis

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Day Thirteen

After a very long but Great Lighthousing day I will post one image and later hopefully I can get caught up and add some more images as the adventure continues.......



Cape May at the end of our day and at the end of the day.........


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Nice pic, Paul...we're just about on our way to Baltimore. Hopefully, we can beat the traffic and be there by 1400 hours.

See you soon!

Bob