Year: 2016
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Disappointment … But
in: Travel
Our February trip to the Everglades started with a bit of a disappointment; there were few birds on the Anhinga Trail. In past years when we visited there were thousands of birds. What happened? We were told by a park ranger that the water levels were unusually high for this time of year due to…
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April Showers?
Updated: April 15th This weekend there was more snow. April is on track to be the snowiest month this Winter / Spring. Snow accumulations, according to the Weather Channel, where: Looking at these numbers it’s clear to see it has been a pretty light season; really nothing to complain about. And while the snow fall…
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Fort Nassau
in: Travel
Unlike Beekenburg, this Fort is well maintained and used. It provides a wide view of the area, including the Port at Willemstad, and a very nice restaurant. We only briefly walked around the ramparts of the Fort, preferring to spend time in the restaurant for lunch. We sat on the covered patio to enjoy the…
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Fort Beekenburg
in: Travel
The Fort is located in Jan Thiel; entrance is free. The Fort itself is small but it offers a modest view, better if one climbs inside steps to the top of the tower. It is ranked #37 of 96 things to do in Willemstad by Tripadvisor.ca. I have a romantic view of forts and…
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Ferrania
in: Photography
I received an email from Ferrania the other day. One of their semi-regular updates. In September 2014 Ferrania launched a Kickstarter Project to fund the recovery of a film processing plant and equipment in Italy. It was scheduled to be in production the following year, notionally Spring 2015. The production date remains elusive, yet…