Sunday, September 18, 2011

What We Did On Our Summer Vacation Part III NY



In August we made it back to see our NY family and as part of the trip spent the day in Lake Placid NY.  We climbed Mount Jo which overlooks most of the high peaks and Heart Lake at the base.
We made the trip with Brian's Dad, our 11 year old niece,Michaela, our 3 year old Kate, and 18mo old Megan on Brian's back.  It was quite an endeavor, but the views were more than worth it!




Mount Jo overlooking the High Peaks and Heart Lake








The reward on the way down, beautiful Heart Lake on summer evening in late August, absolutely picturesque.


Our crew heading out on the Adirondak Loj trail.



Brian, the strong Daddy with the 18 month old Megan on his back managed the 1 mile very vertical climb like a pro.


Michaela and Kate took turn being the leaders and were awesome on the entire trek!

A Trip to Lake Placid could never be complete without a stop at the Chapel Pond Overlook.  Brian and his family have been taking picture at this spot for years!










 










The trip also always includes time in the Town of Lake Placid and on Mirror Lake where Brian's parents honeymooned.  The cousins had a great time playing in the park, walking the downtown, and picking out some souvenirs.


















A newer tradition is a stop at Tail O' The Pup for some dancing and great BBQ.



Great Fun was had by all!

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

AH, such wonderful memories of your time here! Thanks for sharing the pics AND thanks for coming! We love you all! Gammie and Pop Pop

Winterhoff Family said...

Loved all 3 of your vacation blog posts and the pictures. You guys had a wonderful and busy summer! Great photos of your cuties! Love, Carrie

Anonymous said...

Loved seeing your vacation blog posts....though I'm thinking you may need a vacation from all that vacationing! It looks like great fun in beautiful spots! Love, LW