6/15/2024 - Fillmore Glenn State Park

I've wanted to take the wife here since I visited before (2022 visit).  The only problem is that I wanted to go on the gorge trail but started on the north rim trail.  She turned around before I did because of her asthma.  I turned around realizing that we didn't have time for me to complete the hike.

Parking Location: ///rooster.percentages.tower

Site Notes: A lot of stairs!

Time: 15:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:28; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:31; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:36; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:39; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 16:57; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 16:34; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 16:37; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

5/26/2024 - Mine Kill Falls State Park

Another long ride to see a new waterfall.  Again, no swimming allowed with no enforcement.  At least most of the people here were considerate regarding the photography.  This is a really neat place if you're into hiking.  Round trip from the park to the falls was about 2 miles, and it certainly wasn't flat!  Plan on your feet getting wet as you have to cross the stream.  The best part is that admission is free thanks to the New York Power Authority.  A lot of people which is why these are in portrait rather than landscape.

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/tablespoons.mount.broad
Site Notes: There are plenty of tables for picnics, a playground for kids, and a huge disc golf course.  The falls are not handicap accessible in any form.

Time: 15:04; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:05; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:09; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:11; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:15; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:21; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: Between this photo and the next, you can see that the water doesn't come straight from the upper cascade to the main falls.  It crashes against the walls of the gorge sending it to the right, then again sending it to the left before coming down toward you.

Time: 15:22; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:23; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: Picture number 500 with this camera!

Time: 15:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:44; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 15:47; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

5/19/2024 - Eagle Cliff Falls

After a relatively long ride, I wasn't disappointed by the falls.  My disappointment came from the people.  There are many signs stating there is no swimming allowed, but no enforcement at all.  And considering it was hot, I get that they are taking advantage the lack of enforcement.  What completely bothered me was that people saw me taking photos but decided to stand right in front of me!  Of all the people there, only 2 or 3 bothered to be considerate.  I will need to go back at some point to see if I can get some better pictures.

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/richer.blesses.selections
Site Notes: The park isn't focused on the falls, it is much more for baseball/softball and picnics.  The creek is accessible (last 2 pictures).

Time: 15:33; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 30 sec

Time:15:38 ; Camera: Google Pixel 7

Time: 15:51; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 2/5 sec

Time: 15:54; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/250

5/12/2024 - Pictures from Around the House

Didn't head out for any pictures at a park or anything as we had some guests coming for a visit.  I did find some nice things to take pictures of around the house, including a bird that was serenading me for a very long time...

Time: 15:11; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/640

Time: 15:12; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/640 sec

Time: 15:13; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 62 mm; Shutter: 1/250 sec

Time: 15:16; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/500 sec

Time: 15:19; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/500 sec

Time: 15:30; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/200 sec

Time: 22:14; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 2 sec

Time: 22:15; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 2 sec

5/4/2024 - Chimney Bluffs State Park

The final stop of the day with Dave.  This was the place I thought he originally wanted to go.  Since we had time and found the first bluffs to be so fascinating, we decided to go here as well.  Worth the $5 for parking in my opinion!  The fact that these stay standing with the wind, rain, and snow while being less than a foot (a few inches at the peaks!) in width is extremely impressive.

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/courtrooms.delightful.managerial
Site Notes: Not really accessible unless your scooter can handle some rough terrain.

Time: 12:48; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/10 sec
Note: I was slipping on the edge so jumped down thinking we were going to walk along the beach.

Time: 12:52; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/10 sec
Note: This one shows why we weren't going to be walking the beach!

Time: 13:03; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length:70 mm; Shutter: 1/30 sec
Note: Before we started shooting, a lady told us these were rare but they were all over...

Time: 13:05; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 1/40 sec

Time: 13:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/160 sec

Time: 13:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 55 mm; Shutter: 1/160 sec

Time: 13:40; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 62 mm; Shutter: 1/100 sec

Time: 13:41; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 1/500 sec

Time: 13:43; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 70 mm; Shutter: 1/400 sec
Note: You can start to see how thin these columns are!

Time: 13:44; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 1/500 sec

Time: 13:45; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 1/640 sec

Time: 13:46; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 56 mm; Shutter: 1/400 sec

Time: 13:51; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24.5 mm; Shutter: 1/500 sec
Note: I actually took 6 photos for this panorama but only needed the first and last.  Odd how that works out sometimes...

5/4/2024 - Wolcott Falls

Stop number 2 with my friend Dave was another place on my list for this summer.  It wasn't too far from Sterling so we decided it was next on our list.  Considering this is a village owned park, it was very impressive.  Well maintained and something the village should be very proud of.

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/boot.vowels.chucks
Site Notes: There is an overlook that is easily accessible.  To get the views in these photos is accessible if you can either handle a fairly steep incline or you have something that can.  Certainly not ADA compliant but the path is smooth.

Time: 11:45; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 1/5 sec

Time: 11:46; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 24 mm; Shutter: 20 sec
Note: Because I stacked my ND filter on the polarizing filter, the frame of the ND filter was included.  I thought adding a vignette to this rather than cropping was a really nice effect.

Time: 11:48; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 56 mm; Shutter: 25 sec

Time: 11:52; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 37 mm; Shutter: 8 sec
Note: I thought this was great framing, the light breeze didn't think so and kept moving the branches in front of me...

Time: 11:54; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 55 mm; Shutter: 3 sec

Time: 11:57; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 60 mm; Shutter: 1/250 sec

Time: 12:03; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 45 mm; Shutter: 15 sec
Note: My first picture using extended ISO, this is an ISO of 64.

Time: 12:07; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S;
Focal Length: 33.5 mm; Shutter: 1/10s
Note: My second with extended ISO, this one is an ISO of 31.  I wasn't going to include it because it was supposed to be a fast exposure that didn't work because I didn't realize the ISO setting.  When preparing for this post though, I really liked how it came out.