A road trip to Rensselaer county is easier to plan than it is to spell but it’s a county with rich history and beautiful rural landscapes. This road trip includes both natural and man-made vantage points, and you see beautiful vistas that stretch into Massachusetts and Vermont. There’s also a stop at a farm stand,Continue reading “CapNY Road Trip through Rensselaer County”
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CapNY Road Trip: Columbia County Treks
Columbia County is home to stunning hikes, streams and waterfalls — perfect in all four seasons. Plus, there’s the thriving cultural scene, with standout sites like Olana and Art Omi, and many more venues. This road trip is focused on a fantastic, full day of nature, dining, history and culture! CapNY Takealong Map Click hereContinue reading “CapNY Road Trip: Columbia County Treks”
CapNY History Day Trip: Visiting Olana with Kids
I’ve been visiting the Catskills since I was a kid, and the best part of the drive was always looking up at Olana from the Rip Van Winkle Bridge over the Hudson River. The views from its hilltop perch are even more breathtaking than those from below. It seemed like a dreamy place to exploreContinue reading “CapNY History Day Trip: Visiting Olana with Kids”
5 CapNY Family-Friendly Horse-Themed Activities
The Saratoga Racetrack may be the most well-known place to see horses in CapNY, but it’s not the only option for getting up close and personal with a horse. You can immerse yourself in the history of horses in the region or find a piece of the west in the east with these five family-friendlyContinue reading “5 CapNY Family-Friendly Horse-Themed Activities”