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Throwback Adventure – Skinner State Park – Massachusetts

I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

In August of 2014 Shadow, Buster, Myself, and our extended family Adventured to Skinner State Park in Hadley, Massachusetts.  The Park was named after Joseph Allen Skinner.  Skinner State Park has hiking trails, and provides an auto summit.  The summit provides panoramic views of the Connecticut River and surrounding areas.

We had a scenic Adventure to Skinner State Park.  We were so glad to have our extended family join us at this location.  We drove to the summit and explored the area.  We went on the porch of the Summit House to view the scene from below.  There were beautiful sweeping views of the area, including the Connecticut River.  The kids posed on top of a large rock, and enjoyed walking the dogs.  It is always fun to have a new Adventure and catch up with family while doing so.  Definitely a special memory at Skinner State Park.  We will have to return to check on the trails in the future (Throwback Adventures will not always be rated).

Throwback Adventure – Fort River Trail – Massachusetts

I have decided to return to posting new “Throwback Adventures” after taking time to re-post some of my favorites with Shadow.  This has been a therapeutic process for me to share.  We are devastated that both Shadow and Buster have both passed, but find peace knowing we can continue to remember them through our “Throwback Adventures”.  They were amazing boys and are forever in our hearts.

In January 2016 Shadow, Buster, and I met my Aunt and Uncle at the Fort River Trail in the Conte Refuge in Hadley, Massachusetts.  The Fort River Trail is 1.2 miles and consists of boardwalks, and flat surfaces, providing handicap accessible access.  The trail is popular for bird watching, walking, and cross country skiing.

We had a fun Adventure to the Fort River Trail, filled with fantastic company.  I am very lucky to have a special Aunt and Uncle in my life.  They are supportive, loving, and always encouraging.  It is always nice when they can join us on an Adventure.

The Fort River Trail was a short boardwalk, but as you may know, I absolutely love boardwalks!!  The boardwalk was covered with snow, adding color to a dark winter day. The boys posed at a look-out area with beautiful mountain views.  We enjoyed catching up with one another and appreciated a refreshing walk.  And although I did not take many photographs, you still can get a good visual of this special little Trail.  So glad we could visit the Fort River Trail (Throwback Adventures will not always be rated.)