It happened again. Summer morphed into autumn and I've been grudgingly forced to accept that long nights and days of lake swimming are over. For New Englanders we are gifted the lovely interlude of autumn before winter arrives. Walks in the woods this fall have included a bumper crop of berries; blackberries, huckleberries, giant purple raspberries and blueberries. The peaches have been juicy and the apples at roadside orchards are ready for picking.
I hope that you find something to enjoy in the weeks ahead!
Belize
Beaches, snorkeling, ruins, wildlife! February 13-22, 2009. Only 3 spaces are available for this fabulous adventure. You will have the opportunity to experience a variety of the country's habitats. Spend nights in the rainforest AND on a small caye in the Caribbean. Come face to face with black howler monkeys that descend from the trees. We'll be snorkeling on the world's second largest barrier reef. This is an adventure vacation that has something to offer everyone!
Going Paperless in 2009
Beginning in 2009 Explorations in Travel will no longer be mailing out a paper brochure. You can find all of our offerings online on our website. Updates on our adventures will be included in our monthly newsletter.
Looking For Reliable Health Info?
Weight Control Information Network
U.S. Department of Agriculture Nutrient Database
Massachusetts Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program
It’s time to find a nice peak, a nice day, and binoculars to witness the annual fall raptor migration! Massachusetts has a number of decent sites that are easily accessible by car and by foot, and if you’re lucky you may even witness the massive movement of Broad-winged Hawks as they move en masse by the hundreds/thousands. With some stormy weather forecast for the end of the week and sunny days leading up to it, this week could be a great time to see some of the early movers. Ridgelines that run roughly N-S and coasts are preferred routes and the migration goes well into November, with different species and age classes moving at different times.
Some good references:
Eastern Massachusetts Hawk Watch
Northeast Hawk Watch
If you’re in a traveling mood:
Cape May Bird Observatory Hawk Watch
Hawk Watch International
One of the best books on the subject is “Hawks in Flight” by Pete Dunne, David Sibley, and Clay Sutton, but there are lots of others to choose from as well.
For more information:
Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program
Autumn Means Apples
Check out this article about cider mills.
Winter Escapade
Snowshoe, ski, build a snow cave, slide down a hill, build a campfire and when you're done relax inside with friends, a hot drink and dinner. Our New Hampshire winter adventure is all about playing outside. No experience necessary!
Good Reads
The University of Wisconsin Press offers a variety of travel books.
2009 Tasty Sampler
The Best of Bulgaria
Winter Weekend- Join us in New Hampshire for a great adventure that will feature snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. We'll be playing outside, building bonfires, snowcaves, even tubing, and will have a comfortable indoor lodge to sleep and relax in.
Images from last spring's trip to Puerto Rico!
Get your mouth watering? Contact me for more information.
Ebook Available
Debbie Jacobs the founder of Explorations in Travel had written a book to help owners of fearful dogs learn how to work with them. It is available online on the Fearful Dogs Website.
