December 4, 2022 – Saulnier Memorial Bike Trail – Massachusetts

Today Wilma, Gus, and I Adventured to the Saulnier Memorial Bike Trail in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The Saulnier Memorial Bike Trail is a 3.5 paved path that passes through the South Peninsula of New Bedford, provides views of Clark Cove, New Bedford Harbor, and Buzzards Bay, and passes landmarks including: Fort Taber Park, West Beach, East Beach, and Fort Taber Park.

We had a refreshing Adventure to the Saulnier Memorial Bike Trail. Although not the cleanest city, I have grown to love the walking opportunities and landmarks in this unique town. I was planning on beginning in Hazelwood Park but after seeing signs indicating “no dogs” we decided to park at Fort Taber Park. The map I located online was a little confusing but we traversed the majority of this Trail.

Throughout our walk I especially enjoyed the gorgeous Fort Rodman, coastal views, and lots of little details including colorful benches, endless shells, and endless breakwaters. The sun was shining brightly, just right for this early winter day. Both Wilma and Gus enjoyed exploring and walking high above the path. It was a lovely day for an outing with my two best buds (Rating: 4).

June 26, 2020 – Fort Williams – Maine

Yesterday Wilma, My Mom and I visited Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Fort Williams Park is a 90 acres Park located in the Casco Bay. It includes: the Portland Head Lighthouse and museum, the Goddard Mansion, beautiful coastal views, and historic ruins. It was formerly a United States Army Fort, but in 1979 became designated as Fort Williams State Park.

We had a perfect Adventure to Fort Williams Park. My last blog on this location was two years ago with Shadow, Wilma, My Mom, and I so I thought it was good timing to blog again. We began our Adventure by visiting some ruins, and then heading down to the coastal Trail. The coast was lined with flowers, framing the Lighthouse. After walking for a bit and appreciating the colorful flowers we ventured to the Lighthouse. The amazing thing about thing about the Portland Head Lighthouse is that you can walk up to it and around. It is just immense, and so picturesque. As you walk around you can also see gorgeous water views, with the waves crashing into the shores. Just a special location in all ways!

From there we wandered to another coastal Trail viewing the Lighthouse from the opposite side. Wilma made some friends with some visitors which is always a smiling moment. After walking and exploring we decided to have a Gelato. This is something we were thinking about on our last summer visit, but it closed before we had planned on stopping back. The Gelato was a drippy, sticky, yet refreshing. I was disappointed that there was no dog ice cream, however Wilma did get at couple spoons of an acceptable alternative. After this savoring snack we decided to find a spot in the shade to sit, relax, and enjoy the coastal view. Although this location was much cooler then the last, it was still a steamy day. We chatted away, relaxed and cooled down before heading off to our next location in the Park.

We then decided to explore some more of the coastal Trail, and of course yet another view of Portland Head. The Trails were lovely. From afar we could see the Ram Lighthouse, the closest view from the shore. We walked and walked, I really could not get enough. At one point I decided to take a steep walk with Wilma down to the rocks. I left my camera with Mom so she could snap a couple photographs from afar. See if you can find this photograph below??!! Wilma sipped from a tidal pool and absolutely loved some rock hopping! I only took one video on this Adventure, which took place from this location. It was so peaceful, the sounds of the crashing so therapeutic. Such a serene and scenic moment.

Our next part of the day was visiting the little beach. It was at this point of the we were transitioning to this stop that there was a quick downpour, mostly occurring when we were in the car. It appeared to briefly cool down the air, and made for quite the raging sky. The rocks on the beach were round, and abundant, quite dramatically framing the beach. Wilma and I walked through the rocks and to the small sandy shore. Wilma entered the water as requested, but would rush out when the small raves came racing toward her. It was fun to watch her, not seeming to realized this was a continual occurrence.

Our last part of the day was visiting more of the ruins, and the Goddard mansion, quite a unique addition to this coastal park. I love ruins, especially when you can climb on, explore, and check out spectacular views from atop. We appreciated these locations, and took many photographs, as per the usual.

We spent about four hours cherishing this magnificent Park! I did not want to leave! We definitely will be back to Fort Williams Park in the future (Rating: 4.5)

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Throwback Adventure – Fort Phoenix State Reservation – Massachusetts

I will have sections of my blog that I will title “Throwback Adventure”, and will plan on posting them every Thursday. These are journeys we have taken before I started the blog, but are well worth sharing. Many of these Throwback Adventures will include our Buster, who was known for his crazy tail, his happy howl, and his zest for life. We miss him dearly…he is forever in our hearts!

In January 2017 Shadow and I Adventured to Fort Phoenix State Reservation in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Fort Phoenix Reservation is one of the smallest State Parks in Massachusetts. It is a historic site and has opportunities for recreational activities including swimming. Fort Phoenix dates back to the American Revolutionary War. It was originally built in 1775 but later reconstructed after being destroyed by the British.

We had a historic Adventure to Fort Phoenix State Reservation back on a dark winter day. I remember Shadow rolling almost immediately, obviously thrilled to explore a historic Fort (haha). We walked around touring the Fort ruins, viewing the canons, and enjoying views across the Atlantic Ocean. We even spotted a lighthouse from afar. We appreciated the history and our Adventure to yet another New England Fort. And although I thought we may have been there on one other occasion, I have yet to locate those photographs. So glad we were able to Adventure to the Fort Pheonix State Reservation (Throwback Adventures will not always be rated).

October 6, 2018 – Fort William Henry – New York

Today Shadow, Wilma, My Parents, and I visited Fort William Henry in Lake George, New York. Fort William Henry was a Fort of the British during the French and Indian War. It was built in 1775. Fort William Henry is known for the French siege in 1757 where the British were massacred by the Huron Tribe after be allowed to withdraw. The French later destroyed the Fort in 1757 after a successful siege. A replica was built for the filming site of the “Last of the Mohicans”, and is now a popular tourist attraction in the area.

We had a very brief Adventure to Fort William Henry. It was a dark and gloomy, yet nice and cool Fall day at Fort William Henry. We began walking onto the Fort ground passing “soldiers” shooting off muskets. Parallel to these gentleman were historic camp scenes plastered with authentic costumes and colonial activities. We proceeded through the grounds and over to the water view with beautiful mountains surrounded Lake George. However it was then that canon demonstrations began from within the Fort. Although surprisingly Shadow did not seem too bothered, that soon ceased, and we headed away from the area to relax, before heading out. I am not sure if dogs would have been allowed into the actual Fort, but not sure if we would have been tempted by the sizable entrance fee. So a short visit, but glad to see some of the Fort ground before heading off on our next Adventure (Rating: 3).

Quite Relieved to be Back in the Car, my sweet Shadow!

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