Finger Lakes National Forest

Nestled in upstate New York, the Finger Lakes National Forest spans 16,000 acres of diverse terrain, combining lush woodlands with expansive pasture land. Encompassing woodlands, grasslands, and glacial lakes, its picturesque landscapes and well-maintained trails attract outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The forest’s five distinctive trails wind through the scenery, revealing stunning views of gorges, waterfalls, and panoramic vistas. The forest is also home to the celebrated Finger Lakes Trail, a long-distance hiking trail extending over 580 miles. Limited free primitive and roadside camping opportunities along the roads add to the allure, providing a chance to immerse in the natural beauty for longer periods. As the only national forest in New York State, it provides a unique space for relaxation, exploration, and immersion in the captivating landscapes of the Finger Lakes region.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finger_Lakes_National_Forest
http://www.fs.usda.gov/fingerlakes
http://www.cnyhiking.com/FingerLakesNationalForest.htm

Sunset Times …

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Sunset Times …

  • Albany – 8:23 pm
  • Allegheny National Forest – 8:42 pm, 18 minutes later then Albany
  • Blenheim, NY – 8:26 pm, 2 minutes later then Albany
  • Dolly Sods, WV – 8:36 pm, 12 minutes later then Albany
  • Fox Lair – 8:27 pm, 4 minutes later then Albany
  • Kelly Stand, VT – 8:23 pm
  • Massena – 8:35 pm, 11 minutes later then Albany
  • Moose River Plains – 8:30 pm, 7 minutes later then Albany
  • Montauk – 8:12 pm, 12 minutes earlier then Albany
  • Jamestown – 8:44 pm, 20 minutes later then Albany
  • Staten Island – 8:19 pm, 4 minutes earlier then Albany
  • Syracuse – 8:34 pm, 11 minutes later then Albany

Good Evening – July 24, 2021

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Good evening! Made it out to the Finger Lakes.

Overcast and 72 degrees at the Finger Lakes National Forest. ☁️ There is a south breeze at 10 mph. 🍃. The dew point is 60 degrees. The skies will clear tomorrow around 11 am.

Tent camping tonight ⛺ as none of the campsites I have wanted were available. It was kind of a hazy, gray day, I went to both Montezuma and the Audabon Center but all the birds 🐦 I saw were pretty common as it was mid day. Wasn’t a bad day, and I’m on vacation but not a real great day either.

The best thing I did today was just distracted myself, 🤹🏻‍♂️ and ignored my anxiety. My fears are not grounded in reality, they are actually largely irrational. Things are pretty good when I’m not stuck in that really bad mind loop ➿ cycle I’ve been stuck in lately. Continuing to work with Lynne on the Pine Bush problem, we are getting closer on crafting the right message.

I might camp here the rest of the week ⛺ or I might move somewhere else. I doubt I’ll go all the way to the Allegheny National Forest. Could I go down to Wellsboro for a few nights? Maybe but I am no fan of camp ground camping even when it’s primative. I like my privacy 🔏.

I took a handful of pictures today 📸 but I’ve decided to no longer take pictures of places I’ve been before unless I see something new or unique, or have a better way to capture things. My blog has gotten so bloated lately.