How to Visit Rock Island Lighthouse State Park in the St. Lawrence River
New York is home to 180 state parks. And, while getting to most of them is pretty straightforward, others, like Rock Island Lighthouse State Park in Jefferson County, are a …
Jefferson County
Cruising the St. Lawrence River on a Glass-Bottom Boat with Clayton Island Tours
For 150 years, tourists have been flocking to Clayton, New York to explore the beauty of the St. Lawrence River and its over 1,800 islands. Today, Clayton Island Tours continues …
Visiting Tibbetts Point Lighthouse on the St. Lawrence River
I always love visiting lighthouses, so I was excited when I finally had a chance to head out to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse in New York’s Thousand Islands region. Tibbetts Point …
Visiting the Delicious Wood Boat Brewery in Clayton, NY
When I’m traveling, I always love finding great craft breweries to visit after a day of exploring. One such spot I stumbled across is Wood Boat Brewery. Wood Boat Brewery …
Visiting Zoo New York at Thompson Park in Watertown
New York is an amazingly diverse state in many respects, and that is certainly true among its wildlife. From the area’s pre-European history through to the present day, many beautiful …
Autumn Fun at Burrville Cider Mill and Its Waterfall
One of my favorite things about fall is the delicious New York apples. Throughout the state, you can find local apples and apple products at many great shops and orchards. …
Learning Thousand Island History at the Antique Boat Museum
Thanks to the incredibly beautiful St. Lawrence River and its many amazing islands, the Thousand Islands region of New York has a rich boating history. Wanting to learn more about …
Touring Boldt Castle in Alexandria Bay, NY
The Thousand Island region of the St. Lawrence River is known for its many incredible private island homes, but few are as well known as Boldt Castle. Boldt Castle is …