Summer Guide 2021

Summer GuideHUDSONVALLEY
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Isabelle and Emma McCoy of
Yorktown on one of their favorite
family vacations in the Maldives.

PHOTO COURTESY OF LIZ MCCOY

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Crab Stu ed Mushrooms

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Ingredients:

• 20-25 Baby Bella Mushrooms

• 2 tbsp of Spicy Calabrian Pesto Infused Olive Oil

• Salt to taste

For Stu ing:

• 8 oz. Cream Cheese, room temperature • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper

• 4 oz. Crab Meat, chopped finely • 1/4 tsp Salt

• 1 tbsp Phat Olive Basil Olive Oil • 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs

• 4 Garlic Cloves, minced • 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese

• 1/2 tsp Paprika

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stu ing. In a large mixing bowl, mix cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, paprika, ground black pepper, mushroom stems, Basil olive oil, salt, and breadcrumbs.

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Summer
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THINGS TO DO BEFORE
LEAVING ON VACATION

BY DONNA CHRISTOPHER

It’s summer and that means vacation. But before you start packing that suitcase, there are
several things you should consider before hitting the road. Local police and re authori-
ties came up with these handy tips for home safety while you’re away.

LEAVE A KEY
Who has the spare key? Can police and re nd them?
Make sure to give one to a trusted person and that local authorities know

how to get them before heading out. Gaining access is the biggest issue
rst responders face when someone is away and they

get a 911 call to their home.
“Make sure your home is accessible. We don’t

want to do any undue damage like break a door to
get in, so leave the key with a trusted person who lives
nearby,” said Chief Jon Mackey of the Somers Volunteer
Fire Department.

Don’t leave spare keys in hiding spots. If you don’t
have a trusted neighbor, family member, or friend to
leave one with, consider a smart doorlock.

TURN APPLIANCES OFF
When planning a vacation, always unplug all

computers, televisions and any other accessory you
don’t plan to use. is will not only help reduce en-
ergy consumption, but also protect your electronics
and appliances in case of an electrical storm.

SEE CHECKLIST PAGE 13

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CHECKLIST FROM PAGE 12 House res due to surges and/or electrical appliance and o at the various times occupants would normally be

malfunctions have resulted in damage to homes, said Chief using the lights, Noble suggested.

“Unplug things like computers, printers, and any elec- Robert M. Noble, of the Yorktown Police Department.

tronic appliances that can cause an issue. e big thing “We have also had ooding due to pipe leaks or pipes SHUT OFF THE WATER

is surge protectors. We nd that they go bad and they bursting in colder weather, hence the water shut o ad- Consider shutting o your water main or, at the very

can actually catch re or put o an odor of burning,” said visory,” he said. least, shut down the water supply to toilets, washing ma-

Mackey. He cautions residents to be wary of knock-o s chines, etc.

such as “a fake iPhone charger.” Make especially sure not DON’T POST PHOTOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

to leave these plugged in. If leaving your home unattended, do not post photos REMOVE VALUABLES

According to the Electrical Safety Foundation Inter- from your vacation spot. You’re advertising a vacant home. Noble urges residents to “remove valuable jewelry from

national (ESFI), over 3,300 house res are caused each “Brag when you return home,” Noble suggested. your home” or “hide it well.” Burglars, he said “tend to

year by defective power strips, surge protectors and other head to the master bedroom for valuables and to your

electrical cords. ough they are generally purchased to GET HOME SECURITY medicine cabinet for prescription narcotics.”

increase safety, if they are defective or used incorrectly, Consider installing security cameras or a video cam-

they can increase the risk of a re occurring. And always era doorbell. Lock your residence and lock any vehicles PUT LOCAL POLICE PHONE NUMBER

turn your stove and oven o . parked in the driveway. Remove any valuables from your ON CONTACT LIST

“With natural gas, make sure nothing is going to leak,” unattended vehicle. Place your local police department in your cell phone

Mackey cautioned. contacts list. If you need to call them from your vacation

ASK SOMEONE TO CHECK YOUR HOME destination to check on your residence for any reason, it

PUT AWAY/SECURE OUTDOOR FURNITURE If you’re friendly with neighbors, ask them to keep an takes the stress and guesswork out of the equation.

Put away outdoor furniture. You would want to secure eye on your residence and to report suspicious activity.

these in case there’s a storm. Mackey said that furniture You should also ask them to hold onto any packages that CUT THE GRASS

crashed through a window on a recent call. may be sitting on your doorstep or to pick up your mail (if For any vacation longer than one week, consider hav-

Before leaving, take a walk through your home. you haven’t suspended mail delivery). ing someone cut your grass. In the winter, think snow re-

“ e best thing you can do is walk around and make sure moval for a trip of any length of time.

you’re double-checking carefully, stove o , check applianc- PUT LAMPS ON A TIMER

es, make sure nothing that can easily catch re is against a If you don’t have a smart home, you might want to buy “Now that you’ve stressed yourself out about getting all

baseboard heater. Give it a quick once over,” Mackey said. an old-fashioned timer for a lamp or two so it will go on this done, enjoy your vacation,” Noble said.

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VACATION DESTINATIONS

FROM PAGE 20

EXUMA, BAHAMAS Isabelle and Emma McCoy enjoying EEmxummaaM’s cwCoorlyd-wfaitmh oaulsittslewpimigmleitn, gonpeigosf.
Ah… we nally saw in person what they meant when they their Bahamas beach day. SEE VACATION DESTINATIONS PAGE 22

say “Exuma blues.” e waters here are unbelievably clear blue. PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIZ MCCOY
Some even call it Windex blue. We ew from Westchester Air-
port, which is only a 30-minute drive from our home in Yor-
ktown. We ew to Fort Lauderdale and took a 1.5 hour con-
necting ight from there to Georgetown. From there it was a
30-minute drive to the rental home in Little Exuma. e four
of us stayed for a week. It was so peaceful and beautiful. e
house was located in a private cove overlooking the ocean and
two small islands in the distance that we could kayak to. I could
write pages about Exuma and the endless number of activities.
We went to see the swimming pigs; what a sight to see. e
sand bars are something you must see and visit for yourself. We
saw dolphins passing by right out the back deck of the house.

e list goes on for things to do and see there. We will never
forget the beautiful week we had in Exuma.

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VACATION DESTINATIONS

FROM PAGE 21

ThPeHMOTcOCSoCyOfaUmRTiElySYinOtFhLeIZMMaClCdOivYes.

THE MALDIVES swam with mantas, spent a day on a sand bar just a short boat ride away and enjoyed
A trek to get to but so well worth the long journey. Nineteen hours or so ight delicious food. Best ai food we have ever had. Sea life there is out of this world.
Schools of sh, blacktip sharks, octopi, mantas and the list goes on. We weren’t
from JFK to Malé, the capital of Maldives and skipped over to the Dusit ani lucky enough to see a whale shark, but we were so happy to see everything else. We
Maldives Resort via seaplane. A little slice of heaven. We stayed in an over-the watched the sunrise and sunsets daily, thanks to major time di erence and jetlag.
-water bungalow for a week. e small island had everything we needed for our stay No regrets nor complains! Felt like we were a world away and would love to go back
and more. ey even had tennis courts! We biked the whole island within 20 min- one day.
utes or so. Breathtaking views from anywhere on the island. Luscious greens and
deep blue seas. It is located in a UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scienti c Article provided by Liz McCoy
and Cultural Organization) biosphere and everything was eco-friendly there. We

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The dos and don'ts of fire pits

Many homeowners relish any opportunity to retreat are not placed in locations that increase that risk. re before going inside and stop adding wood to the
to their back yards, where they can put up their feet and DO clean out seasonal debris. It can be tempting to re roughly one hour before you plan to go inside. Wa-
relax in the great outdoors. at retreat-like escape is ter or sand can be poured on ashes to extinguish the
made even more relaxing when sitting around a re pit. let seasonal debris resting inside the re pit burn away re. Once con dent a re has been extinguished, ashes
during the season's rst s'mores session. But burning can be spread around to ensure there are no hot spots
Fire pits can be found in millions of suburban back- debris poses a serious safety risk, as embers can easily still burning.
yards across the globe. Fire pits have become so popular be blown out of the re pit and catch nearby trees or
that a 2016 survey of landscape architects conducted shrubs or even a home on re. Article is provided by Metro Creative Connection.
by the American Society of Landscape Architects re-
vealed they were the most sought after outdoor design DON'T let re pits burn near ammable materi-
element. Fire pits remain wildly popular a half decade als. Store rewood piles a safe distance away from the
after that survey. Homeowners who are only now join-
ing the re pit revolution can keep these dos and don'ts re pit while it's in operation. It may be convenient to
in mind as they plan their summer s'mores sessions. keep rewood right next to the re pit while the re
is burning, but that increases the risk that embers will
DO keep the re pit a safe distance away from the land on rewood and start a re outside of the pit.
home. Fire pits should be located a safe distance from
the home at all times, but especially when they're in DO check the weather report prior to starting the
use. Home design experts recommend keeping re pits re. Windy weather increases the risk of embers blow-
a minimum of 10 to 20 feet away from a house or other ing around and potentially landing on the house,
structure, such as a shed or a detached garage. other structures around the property or trees.
DON'T leave a re pit re burning. Unattend-
DON'T place the re pit beneath trees or next to ed recreational res are illegal and dangerous.
shrubs. Shrubs and low hanging branches can easily Homeowners should never leave re pit res
catch embers and be lit ablaze, so make sure re pits burning unattended or allow res to slowly
die out overnight. Always extinguish the

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TRIPS & ACTIVITIES FROM PAGE 2

BIKING IN THE HUDSON VALLEY from the Hudson River. ere are viewing points and The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail | PHOTO: VIM WILKINSON
Bike Across the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge benches for a quick stop and photo op along the bridge. As
you wrap up the ride, head over to the nearby Tarrytown to the trail. If you are coming from the south, the town of
(formerly known as the Tappan Zee Bridge) that has great options for eateries for a quick bite. Gardiner (about a one hour drive from northern Westchester)
newnybridge.com will be a good option to park and get on the trail. From the
Take a drive to Tarrytown (South Nyack) heading to- The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail trailhead in Gardiner, you may either turn left and head 2.5
ward the Tappan Zee. e newly built bridge has a com- wallkillvalleylt.org miles to the southern terminus or turn right to continue on
bined bike/pedestrian path. e 3.6- mile path that runs A scenic 22-plus mile rail trail with beautiful views is a the trail heading north. e northern part of the trail has a
parallel to the bridge tra c (separated by concrete barri- great mix of views that include bridge crossings. You can ride
ers), has a 3-mile section over the water. It’s a narrow path great trail for a family biking adventure. e trail winds along past lakes and rivers and cut through beautiful meadows.
of about 12 feet wide but is clearly marked and divided for beautiful landscapes of lakes, streams, forests, and wide-open
bikers and pedestrians. e ride can be quite hot in the meadows. It goes through a few Ulster County towns like the is trail is a well-kept secret as it is not well known to
summer as there is no shade, so a morning start will be quaint town of Gardiner, New Paltz, Rosendale and Ulster the typical biking and hiking crowd of Westchester. It’s
ideal. It takes about 80 minutes to walk and about 20 to 30 up to the Kingston city line. ere are multiple access points a great way to spend the whole day outdoors. ere are
minutes to bike. You get to enjoy the view and the breeze multiple scenic locations for a quick picnic on the trail or
you can stop by at any of the small towns for a quick bite.

AERIAL ADVENTURE PARK BOUNDLESS ADVENTURES PHOTOS COURTESY OF TUBING
boundlessadventures.net BOUNDLESS ADVENTURES Take a day trip to Milford, NJ (a two-hour drive from Westches-

If you are looking for some fun activity for the kids, head out to Boundless Adventures located in the ter). Sit back, relax and oat away on the Delaware River on a hot
summer day. Delaware River Tubing o ers a relaxing 5-to-6-mile
SUNY Purchase campus in Purchase. e aerial adventure park has nine courses to swing, climb, balance,
oat down the beautiful Delaware River, which is the border be-
traverse and zip-line through for some great tree-top adventures. e park combines high ropes courses tween New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Upon reaching the site, visitors
can park their cars and head out for a quick registration to gear up
and pick out their tubes. Once all set, groups are taken on a short bus
ride to the river’s launch site where the tubing begins. Easy stretches
of Class 1 rapids o er a great option for young families to enjoy the
river ride. Tubers can choose individual tubes and families can stay
together with the “stay together strap” that keeps tubes together if
needed. ere are also kayaks, rafts and canoes for rental.

A highlight of the tubing trip down the Delaware River is the
famous River Hot Dog Man pit stop. About halfway into the trip
down the river, tubers will come to the oating river barge which
o ers a quick lunch (hot dogs, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches
and more). Picnic tables are set in the river and tubers get to sit with
their feet dipped in the cool water as they enjoy the free meal and
the view around them. e meal comes with the tubing trip package.

Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Season starts July 1
and runs through Sept. 19. Visit the website for more information.

with zip lining for all skill levels. e beginner courses are closer to the ground and do not require much

strength. e advance courses are higher up in the canopy for some great challenge for the thrill seekers. Delaware River Tubing

All done in a safe and well supervised environment. 778 Frenchtown Road, Milford. NJ

e park also o ers great summer camp programs, group events like birthday parties, youth camps, delawarerivertubing.com

corporate team building, school eld trips, scouts outing and many more. SEE TRIPS & ACTIVITIES PAGE 25

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TRIPS & ACTIVITIES FROM PAGE 24

ROCK CLIMBING The Rock Club Julia Wilkinson enjoying some climbing at the
Get your climb on! Get those muscles going with some 130 Rhodes Street, New Rochelle Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie. | PHOTO: VIM WILKISNON
pinebrook tness.com/the-rock-club
adrenaline-pumping action of rock climbing! ere are some A great facility with great sta in a relaxed environ-
great indoor rock-climbing gyms in the area that o er great
options for beginners and advanced climbers of any age. ment, e Rock Club is a large indoor climbing gym
with a mix of bouldering, top rope and lead climb op-
The Cli s at Valhalla tions. Some reviewers call it the go-to place for indoor
1 Commerce Street, Valhalla climbing, so de nitely worth a visit.
valhalla.thecli sclimbing.com
e Cli s o ers an extensive selection of classes from Rock Climb Fairfield (RCF)
85 Mill Plain Road, Building T, Fair eld, Conn.
basic climbing and rope skills to the real action experience rockclimbfair eld.com
that includes all techniques and skills. From hundreds of RCF o ers a range of classes and clinics to improve
towering routes set for every level to the movement-fo-
cused bouldering that does not require experience, rope or climbing knowledge and skills for all. Among the pro-
partners, e Cli s o ers some great climbing day fun for grams available are bouldering courses, lead climbing les-
individuals and families. sons, yoga, learning to belay and outdoor climbing pro-
grams that include rappelling, building top rope anchors
The Gravity Vault and traditional climbing techniques (placing traditional
6 Neptune Road, Poughkeepsie climbing gear and lead climbing).
gravityvault.com
is state-of-the-art climbing gym has great options All climbing gyms have gear and equipment rentals avail-
able (climbing shoes and harnesses), so don’t worry if you don’t
for new and experienced climbers of all ages. A great place own your own climbing gear. Most of the gyms have summer
to spend the day climbing with the family or friends, the climbing camps for kids, which is an excellent activity for a
gym o ers many exciting climbing routes and boulder- great summer experience.Some may provide outdoor climbing
ing options. With walls up to 40 feet high, 65 top rope camps.Most importantly,all climbing gyms follow strict safety
stations, two large bouldering areas and many more, e protocols to ensure a safe climbing experience for any age.
Gravity Vault is a great place to get some action going.

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Campsite safety tips

e appeal of camping is undeniable. According to e Business Research Com- up to or is just a short, easy walk from the parking lot.

pany, a market research and intelligence company, the global camping and caravan- • Research the campsite and surrounding area. Know as much as possible

ning market is expected to grow from just under $40 billion in 2020 to more than about the campsite prior to embarking on your trip. Learn about everything from

$45 billion in 2021. Estimates suggest the market will grow even more in the coming the local wildlife you may encounter while camping to the condition of surrounding

years, reaching $56.6 billion by 2025. areas, including the altitude, the di culty of nearby hiking trails and where to go in

Camping has long been a popular pastime for outdoor enthusiasts, but it may have case of emergency.

developed an entirely new group of devotees in 2020. Traditional vacations may not • Develop an emergency plan. e NPS urges campers to develop an emer-

have been possible in 2020, when governments across the globe urged citizens to gency plan, noting that it's always wise to expect the unexpected when camping.

avoid conventional travel as the world found itself in the throes of a global pandemic. Bring a rst aid kid along when leaving the campsite to engage in activities like hik-

In an e ort to overcome cabin fever, many people viewed camping as a safe way to get ing or shing. Go over safety protocols before going on a hike, including the need to

out of the house while still limiting contact with people from other households. at stay together and remain on the trail at all times. More information about what to do

no doubt inspired new generations of camping fans, many of whom will continue to should anyone be injured during your trip is available at www.nps.gov.

pitch their tents and sit around camp res long after the pandemic has ended. • Bring the right gear. e NPS notes that each camping trip will have its own

e National Park Service recognizes the popularity of camping and urges people equipment needs, which will be dictated by the setting, the time of year of the trip, the

to stay safe. Veteran campers and novices alike can bene t from reviewing these safety di culty of the terrain, and the duration of the trip. Navigational supplies, sun and

tips, courtesy of the NPS. insect protection, insulation (i.e., extra clothing and blankets), shelter, ashlights and

• Plan ahead. Camping trips may not require hours of scouring travel websites headlamps, rst aid kits, extra food and water, restarters, repair kits and tools, and a

in an e ort to nd the best deals on ights and hotels. But camping trips still require communication device like a smartphone or satellite phone are the essential necessi-

ample planning. When planning a trip, take into account who's coming along. Assess ties that should be brought along on all camping trips.

their camping skills and physical tness to determine the most appropriate place to Camping is a great way to get away. Campers of all skill and experience levels can

camp. Campers with limited mobility may be best suited for accessible campsites. e make the most of their trips by emphasizing safety at all times.

NPS urges campers to consider if everyone in the group will be able to make a long

hike from the parking lot to the campsite. If not, choose a site that you can pull right Article provided by Metro Creative Connection.

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