Recent content by snapper

Had my first knee reconstruction at 16, way back in 1969. I had meniscus damage and a torn ACL, PCL and MCL; lots of damage. After that surgery I could only kneel on one knee. As time, and other surgeries caught up with me, I couldn't kneel at all. For many years now I've been a "sitter" and...

Should anyone stumble upon this thread; the canoe is going home. I will be bringing it to the fine folks at Hemlock Canoe sometime this week. They will be selling it for me so as of August 1st, you'll be able to check it out via their operation. That's all for now. Take care and until next...

Honestly, I'm not sure of the lay-up. My guess is the gunwales are cherry. I have photos I can send you if you're interested. Since there was little interest, I contacted Hemlock Canoe and they may take it for me on consignment but I'd be happy with a private sale. Not being tech savvy, nor...

Robin - If nothing else, keep the shop open and go out and enjoy a cup of coffee there a couple of times each week. Relax in a good chair and soak in the atmosphere. It will keep those good memories alive and might even inspire you to continue, albeit, with smaller projects. That's all for...

Robin - I wish you all the best as you continue down this road called life. You've been a real inspiration over the years and I'm glad you stood up to the plate to keep this forum running when it was needed. Enjoy your projects, naps and whatever it is you set out to do. That's all for now...

Central NYS. I live about 10 miles south of Cooperstown; about 3/4 mile off of Rt. 28.

No. This one is forest green.

Due to continuing issues with my legs, it's time for my Hemlock "Peregrine" to find a new home. I purchased this boat from Conk after getting his approval that I would care for it as it deserved. When I got it from him it came with a variety of drops and seat options that will go to the new...

We woke up this morning to "dusk" and it remained that way all day. Tomorrow is predicted to be even worse. People have been advised to wear an N-95 mask while outdoors on Thursday. I work at an outdoor museum so it could be a day with no visitors tomorrow. That's all for now. Take care...

Looks like great viewing over lunch tomorrow. Thanks for sharing it with us. That's all for now. Take care and until next time...be well. snapper

Just read today that DEC has verified the beaver on Lake George was indeed rabid. It was found deceased, floating off of Turtle Island where there's been a warning against swimming for the past week or so. DEC hasn't been able to confirm if this was the beaver that actually bit the two people...

While I think your idea has merit, when I see folks paddling by and I know there is room (and I'm willing to share), I just stand on the shoreline and strike up a conversation with them. This way they know they're welcome if they need/want to stop. Otherwise, it's a quick conversation and...

@riverstrider - Thanks for the great information. Once my buddy is ready to go, I'll suggest this as a possibility. He may have some other thoughts in mind but I think this would work out well. We can go out mid-week so hopefully that will cut down on the chance for unruly neighbors. That's...

This was on our local news here in central NYS; even made the national news on NBC. Pretty scary stuff. I've encountered black bear in the past while out with my dog but our interactions were nothing like this. Glad she, the pooch & bear all were able to go their separate ways without any...

Thanks for sharing this annual trip. I have a friend who lives in E. Providence and we're looking for an overnight to do later this summer. He is one year out from quintuple by-pass and I know his wife is concerned; although he's been doing more and more lately. While I live in central NYS...