11/17/2024 - Northeast Classic Car Museum, Horseless Carriage

Another post from the car museum.  What can I say, there are a lot of really nice cars there!  I took over 300 pictures.  Of those, I edited just over 200.  I'm only posting a handful of them to give you an idea of what a great place this is.  This set of them will be those that are the beginning, before the term car was used.  Because I was curious, I looked into where the term came from and apparently it is from the Latin word carrus/carrum meaning "wheeled vehicle".

Parking Location: Northeast Classic Car Museum
Site Notes: Fully accessible with very wide aisles between the cars.  Some areas are a little dimly lit so use caution if walking.

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

11/17/2024 - Northeast Classic Car Museum, The 1980s

We haven't been here is quite some time so decided it was great option for a day trip.  They recently completed an exterior remodel to make it appear more like a mid-20th century car dealership.  The day we went happened to be part of their "Back to the 80s" focus.  Some amazing cars for sure.  I'm not going to post all the pictures I took, just enough to give you an idea of how amazing this place is.  If you're in the area, I highly suggest a visit.  It isn't too far from the Baseball Hall of Fame!

Parking Location: Northeast Classic Car Museum
Site Notes: Fully accessible with very wide aisles between the cars.  Some areas are a little dimly lit so use caution if walking.

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: Not a favorite car of mine, I just found it very interesting that someone saved/restored a wood panel station wagon!

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S
Note: Another that I can't believe someone saved/restored.  I learned to drive in one of these with a 5 speed manual...

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S

10/18/2024 - Comet Hunting

I kept searching the sky for the comet (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) that was supposed to be visible to the naked eye and never spotted it.  This was supposed to be one of the last nights to see it and the sky was clear so I headed down to the lake.  I didn't notice that I had actually caught it on camera until I was editing.  The only way I spotted it was when I was zoomed in 100%.  The last photo is a serious crop of the second, roughly a 90% crop!

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/swings.outlooks.meanwhile
Site Notes: Really small park (more like a place to park) where you can get some nice sunsets over Oneida Lake.  May be able to get some nice sunrises as well.

Time: 18:57; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 32mm

Time: 19:02; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm
Note: Long exposure (13 seconds) to smooth out the lake.

Time: 19:02; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm
Note: The comet is the little white spot in the center of the picture.

10/5/2024 - Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

Though I've lived in central New York my entire life and driven past it many times, I'd never actually stopped at the refuge until this year.  This was actually my second time as the first stop included taking a few dozen pictures without an SD card in the camera.  It was very frustrating to get home to find that pictures I was excited about were not saved.  This time, I visually looked to be sure there was a card before taking the first picture!

Parking Location: Montezuma national Wildlife Refuge

Site Notes: The visitor center is accessible with views from the wrap around deck.  You can also get some excellent views by driving around the Wildlife Drive "loop".

Time: 12:37; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 12:39; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 12:49; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 12:51; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 12:53; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 12:56; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 12:59; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 13:00; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 13:02; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 13:03; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 420mm
Note: The outlet from Cayuga Lake runs along the side of the refuge.

Time: 13:05; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 13:16; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 13:33; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 13:51; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm + Additional Cropping

Time: 14:02; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 70mm

9/28/2024 - Three Stops on Our Fall Trip

We try to take aa yearly ride around the state to see the leaves.  To be honest, they were not all that colorful this year.  We only stopped one place to get pictures and the leaves weren't even all that vibrant there.  These are the best pictures I was able to get on the trip.

Parking Location: Seventh Lake Boat Launch
Site Notes: The views here are fully accessible.

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

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

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

Time: 15:29; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm

Time: 15:42; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm

Parking Location: Lyons Falls

Site Notes: You can view the falls directly from your car if you'd like.

Time: 18:24; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 70mm

Parking Location: Agers Falls

Site Notes: You can get a view from your car though the view is much better if you are ambulatory.

Time: 18:45; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm

Time: 18.48; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 70mm
Note: I thought this looked a bit like marshmallows that my wife does on top of brownies.

Time: 18:49; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f4 S; Focal Length: 24mm

9/5/2024 - Boothbay Harbor, Topside Inn

My final post from our vacation ends with another from our balcony.  It was another beautiful evening and a great week overall.  If anyone is considering a trip to Maine, I highly recommend Boothbay harbor and The Topside Inn.  The staff is wonderful and the food is amazing!

Parking Location: https://w3w.co/flab.exhibitions.glimmers
Site Notes: There are accessible rooms and there are beautiful views from the large lawn overlooking the harbor.  These are not from an accessible room as we were on the second floor.

Time: 17:47; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm
Note: I don't know the name of the lighthouse in the background, but it is roughly 5 miles away!

Time: 17:58; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 17:48; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 17:54; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm

Time: 18:02; Camera: Nikon Z7 II; Lens: Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VRS;
Focal Length: 600mm
Note: I'm including this because seeing it bugged my wife all week!
To give you an idea of just how high above the rest of the village the inn is.  You can see that the top of the chimney was about eye level.  I was sitting on the balcony, the chimney is on the top of a 2 story home (though thinking now, it may have been 3 stories)...