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Continue reading →: Cayuga Shores Wildlife Management Area – Lansing, NYExplore Cayuga Shores Wildlife Management Area in Lansing, NY, with wooded trails, seasonal waterfalls and undeveloped shoreline along Cayuga Lake.
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Continue reading →: LUMA Projection Arts Festival 2026: Downtown Binghamton Lights Up AgainSee the 2026 LUMA Projection Arts Festival in Downtown Binghamton, NY, where projection mapping, digital art and live performances transformed the city.
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Continue reading →: Cannonsville Reservoir: The Beautiful Upstate New York Landscape That Came at a CostCannonsville Reservoir is beautiful — but its creation displaced 941 people and erased five Upstate NY communities. Discover the history behind the water.
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Continue reading →: Mine Kill State Park – North Blenheim, NYExplore Mine Kill State Park in North Blenheim, NY, including the 80-foot Mine Kill Falls, hiking trails, fungi finds, waterfall overlooks and visitor tips.
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Continue reading →: A Day at the Sterling Renaissance Festival in Upstate New YorkCome spend a day at the Sterling Renaissance Festival in Sterling, New York, from wine slushies and artisan shops to aerial acrobatics, bawdy poetry, a public execution, armored jousting and one unforgettable final farewell.
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Continue reading →: Hiking to Russell Brook Falls Through the Delaware Wild Forest – Catskill Mountains, NYLooking for a rewarding Catskills hike? Join me as I explore the Delaware Wild Forest, hike the Trout Pond Loop, and finish at the beautiful Russell Brook Falls. Along the way, expect rocky trails, peaceful forests, and one of the quieter waterfall destinations in the Catskill Park.
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Continue reading →: Caywood Point: A Short but Steep Hike to One of Seneca Lake’s Hidden ShoresDiscover Caywood Point in the Finger Lakes National Forest, a short but surprisingly steep hike leading to a peaceful pebble beach on Seneca Lake. Learn what to expect on the trail, explore the history of Queen’s Castle, and see why this hidden gem is worth the climb.
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Continue reading →: Beachcombing Seneca Lake: Hunting for Tumbled Glass, Faerie Stones & Other Hidden TreasuresSometimes the best adventures don’t involve a destination at all— just a peaceful shoreline, the sound of waves, and the excitement of never knowing what you’ll find next. Join me as I spend the afternoon beachcombing along Seneca Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes, searching for colorful lake glass, naturally…
Hi, I’m Kae. This blog is about living well without burning out — through intentional routines, time in nature, and exploring Upstate New York at a slower pace. I share reflections, walks, and places that support a steadier life.
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