Monday, June 17, 2013


Some random photos from my trip to the Adirondacks

Natural Stone Bridge & Caves in Pottersville, NY
Mist on the lake after an eerie storm
Parasailers on Lake George.  I did this a few years ago and it was quite the experience.  Closest you'll ever get to flying.
Sparrow hanging out at the lake





Tiger Lillies at Bolton Landing, New York




In 1867, New York State Supreme Court Judge Joseph H. Potter (1821-1902) purchased, from Melancton Wheeler, the property on which Skene Manor stands. This land had previously been owned by Philip Skene, founder of Whitehall (formerly Skenesborough). Judge Potter built a Victorian Gothic-style mansion, which he called "Mountain Terrace," on the property. The mansion was designed by Philadelphia architect, Isaac H. Hobbs, and constructed by local contractor, A. C. Hopson. Construction took place from 1872 to 1874 at a cost of approximately $25,000. The building was constructed of gray sandstone quarried from Skene Mountain by stone cutters from Italy. (click on name above photo for more information on the Skene Manor Website)