Spring Flying

Written on March 12th, 2012 by

I logged 1.4 hours of flight time today.

I took off north from Danbury (DXR) and decided to see what was going on at Columbia County (1B1).  Approaching from the south, I joined the left downwind for Runway 21, making a full stop landing.  Taxing back to the runway, I opened the door and the window and enjoyed the 60 degree weather and the view of golfers playing their first rounds at the golf course.

The return flight was uneventful, tracking south to the Pawling (PWL) VOR, before flying down the west side of Candlewood Lake.  I joined the Danbury traffic pattern on a right base for Runway 26, landing with a light crosswind from the southeast.

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New Paint for Cherokee 8546N

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Harpoon Octoberfest and California Vacation Pictures

Written on November 16th, 2009 by

After struggling with my photo gallery software, I’ve finally uploaded the pictures from Claremont, NH and the Harpoon Octoberfest as well as our California Vacation.

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California Brew Pubs and Cental Coast Wine Tasting

Written on November 11th, 2009 by

Jetblue JFK to Long Beach

Tulsa Rib Company

Oceanside, CA

Tremont Sports Bar

Traffic

Ventura – Brew Company

Santa Barbara – Hotel, Brew Company

Donut Time

Los Olivos

Foxen Canyon Wine Trail

Santa Maria Brewing Company

Pismo Beach

Guisseppes

Edgewater

Pacific Coast Highway to San Jose

Monterrey – Brew Pub

San Jose

Paso Robles

Santa Maria Inn

Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu

Longbeach to JFK

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Best of the Hudson Valley Vineyards

Written on June 11th, 2009 by

I discovered Hudson Valley wine 2 years ago on the Shawangunk Wine Trail’s Around the World in 80 Miles event.

Fred, Lori, Jessica, and I visited all but one of the participating vineyards that day, taking many wine trail photos, and tasting many great wines.

This year, while not following the tour, Jessica and I are planning a return trip to some of our favorite vineyards.

Below is the list we plan on visiting.

11:30 – Baldwin Vineyards
176 Hardenburgh Road, Pine Bush, New York 12566

Baldwin had a delicious Strawberry dessert wine.

12:30-1:00 – Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery
114 Little York Road, Warwick, New York

Warwick is known for Doc’s Cider, Bourbon Barrel Aged Apple Liquor, and its Dirt Red wine. Lunch at Pane Cafe at Warwick Valley is great.

3:30 – Stoutridge Vineyard
10 Ann Kaley Lane, Marlboro, NY 12542

This is a newer vineyard with an interesting non-filtered wine. They have a very good Cabernet Franc which would go great with the grilled meats later in the evening. They are also introducing a distillery this summer.

5:00 – Benmarl Winery
156 Highland Avenue, Marlboro, NY 12542

With majestic views of the Hudson River Valley, this is the perfect spot to end the day, before heading home to enjoy some of the great wines we intend to find.

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How to make Jessica’s Pineapple Tequila

Written on May 31st, 2009 by

Jessica makes the best pineapple infused tequila.  This has been one of my favorite summer drinks, since trying it out last year.  I don’t know where she got this from, but its tasty.

We shared some last year at Camp O’Connor, again while camping in the Adirondack’s, and again today with friends at a sea food barbecue.  Jessica says the secret is in finding the right pineapple.  The riper the pineapple, the better.  This last batch was probably the best yet.

jessica's pineapple tequila

jessica's pineapple tequila

Don’t take my word for it, though.  Joe Schaefer, of Albany’s Dublin Underground says “That’s delicious, I wish I could serve it at the bar.”  Joe’s brother in law, Rob, adds “That really takes the bite out of Tequila.”

Here is the recipe.

1 Liter of Gold Tequilla – Drinkable

2 Tablespoons of light Brown Sugar

1 Vanilla Bean

1 Ripe & Juicy Pineapple, cored & cut into cubes.

Let it sit at room temperature, stirring daily for a week, then serve it chilled.

I look forward to more of Jessica’s Pineaple Tequila at this year’s Camp O’Connor in July.

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Finished the Brink 5K – My 1st 5K

Written on April 26th, 2009 by

I finished my first 5K yesterday.  I get to cross that off the New Year’s resolution list.

Jessica, thanks for registering us, and for the tee-shirts too.  “WE RUN FOR BEER” was a hit with the other runners during the race.

 

Dad and Mom had my camera during the race. The picture above and many more are posted in the gallery.

Mr. Disare, thanks for cheering us on as we came through at the 1/2 way point.  It was good to see a friendly face at that point, but seeing the finish line was the best part of the entire day.

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Camp O’Connor 2009 Summer Plans

Written on April 21st, 2009 by

Jessica and I have been making plans for Camp O’Connor weekends in 2009. Here’s the schedule.

June 27th/28th – Saturday Wine Tasting Tour – Celebrate Summer BBQ

July 11th/12th – Camp O’Connor – the traditional version you know and love

August 29th/30th – Summer Twilight Weekend – Tentative Chili Cookoff / Home Brew Playoff Challenge

I’m looking forward to summer time.

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First Stop at Suffolk County

Written on April 11th, 2009 by

Yesterday, was the first time I had stopped at Suffolk County Airport (KFOK). The spicy burger and fries at Malloy’s was amazing.

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Looking for destinations

Written on March 27th, 2009 by

Weather is nice. I’m looking for destinations within 400nm of KDXR. Send me suggestions.

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