6/29/2024 - Around Oswego

We decided to head up to Oswego to Lakeside Park because we hadn't been in a while.  I do still like the park since it was made into an actual park, but the solitude seems to have gone away.  The other thing that seems to have vanished is the sea glass, there used to be a ton of it!  We also decided to check out the newest park, Cahill Pier.  I can see this becoming something very popular.  There was an Osprey circling searching for it's next meal.  The photos below aren't as good as what my wife got because my lens is only 70mm at the long end so they are highly cropped.  We had to cut the shoot short though as rain began to move in...

Parking Location (Lakeside Park): https://w3w.co/fumble.table.latest
Parking Location (Cahill Pier): https://w3w.co/bugs.feast.bounce
Site Notes: Both parks offer wonderful views of the lake and lighthouse that are fully accessible.

Lakeside Park

Time: 10:35; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 10:38; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 10:41; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 10:43; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 10:43; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: I thought the contrasts within this made for a nice black & white...

Cahill Pier

Time: 11:03; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:04; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:05; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:06; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

6/19/2024 - Agers Falls

My second stop for the day was only about 10 minutes from the first (Singing Waters).  This was more than I anticipated it to be.  I expected it to be just a waterfall but instead found an area that is used for a beach.  Folks were swimming all over and riding tubes down the smaller cascades.  An interesting place for sure.

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/frock.waxers.adopts
Site Notes: Views are accessible but that's really about it.

Time: 12:39; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:41; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:44; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:50; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:51; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:53; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:55; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 12:59; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

6/19/2024 - Singing Waters

While I had a permit to ride the Lewis County OHV Trail system, I passed this park many times on the 4 wheeler followed by towing the trailer with the dirt bike.  I finally decided it was time to stop and check it out (though no longer riding offroad much).  I believe there may be more to the park but I wasn't really looking to do a lot of exploring as I had another stop to make.  I will go back at some point to see what else there is to it.  I found the reddish color of the water intriguing...

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/radial.broached.bunch

Site Notes: Most of what you will see is accessible though a standard wheelchair may be a little difficult.

Time: 11:05; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:06; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:14; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: My first handheld long exposure (1.3 seconds) because I was sitting on a boulder and didn't want to accidentally drop my camera in the creek while trying to get it on the tripod.

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

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

Time: 11:18; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:18; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:31; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:40; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: I found the water curling over itself fascinating, it doesn't appear to me that I captured it all that well though...

Time: 11:41; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Time: 11:52; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

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