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Comment on New York State Parks in Peril of Closing? by Ken Dining

Ken Dining — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:54:18 +0000

Considering that now the number one money maker in NYS is Tourism, it’s idiotic to understand why they would want to impact this now??? It was reported that State Parks profit 80% of every dollar brought in. When asked if these Parks are running in the Red, the state was unable to answer. Many of the Parks that will close will have impact to local business as well. Not to mention, I would think that for most of these parks we would still have to operate “up-keep” of these parks, unless the State is going to just let them sit, rot and become over grown. With people not able to travel as much in years past, marketing the use of State Parks would seem to be a great oppertunity. With Parks being affordable you would think it would be more of an oppertunity to promote use and make money. I guess the only good thing is that the money lost by the State will hopefully be pushed to the Private Campground Owners. It’s very sad… I’m going to miss the parks!

Comment on Eyes of the Great Depression 042 by Dot

Dot — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:45:49 +0000

That weary, fearful look seems to be a theme among the people in this series.
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Comment on Fern Falls by Dot

Dot — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:16:49 +0000

So lovely! Yet another wonderful form that water takes.

Comment on Fern Falls by Walter

Walter — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:30:40 +0000

It very beautiful, I can almost hear and feel the calm sound of the water.

Comment on Canary Spring by Dot

Dot — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:16:36 +0000

Very pretty!
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Comment on Count the elk by Davina

Davina — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:53:56 +0000

There are either 5 elk or one is two-headed with some extra legs.
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Comment on Bear! by Andree

Andree — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:44:56 +0000

Wonderful! What a shot! I haven’t seen a bear in 12 months now. Of course, a part of me doesn’t *want* to see one!
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Comment on Bear! by Dot

Dot — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:38:19 +0000

Such a pretty contrast with the green.
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Comment on Count the elk by Dot

Dot — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:37:37 +0000

They sure do blend in well with the ground, the dormant grass and the sticks.
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Comment on Bear! by Barbara Swafford

Barbara Swafford — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:15:26 +0000

HiMike,

It’s been a long time since I saw a real bear. Thank you for sharing your photo. It reminds me of when I lived in Alaska. Not only did I get to see black bears, but grizzlies too. Such great animals to watch – from a distance.
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Comment on Planned closings of New York state parks by Kevin Doherty

Kevin Doherty — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:44:51 +0000

I agree with all the words above, it is outrageous closing all these parks. What could it possibly cost to maintain parks like Mary’s and Cedar Island. There is one bathroom and a little grass to mow. Can we still go on these Islands and camp or is the state going to post no trespassing signs and fine us for staying there? I’ll let you know:-) To think of all the money that goes to Albany, you know the lottery is just a river of cash going straight to Albany, it’s a win win for them, not us, you can see the greed through the advertisements and the new games they add, they know people see a new game and they will try it. I loved it when Paterson gave his staff a 17% raise. Well, let’s just do what we can do and vote out every incumbent!!!

Comment on Stout’s Point by Dot

Dot — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:23:58 +0000

Honestly, I don’t know why you travel — you’ve already got it all.
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Comment on Looking back the way we came by Dot

Dot — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:23:05 +0000

Holy cow, that’s a long drop!
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Comment on Stout’s Point by Michelle Gartner

Michelle Gartner — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:02:14 +0000

YAY Arkansas the home of Bill Clinton and actually a quite beautiful state.
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Comment on New York State Parks in Peril of Closing? by Shirley Braun

Shirley Braun — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:57:22 +0000

Its time that our state politicians start working for the people of the state not their own privat interests and pockets! Closing parks and limiting services and programs in the parks is a SHAM. If wasteful , unnecessary spending were curbed, we wouldn’t have to cut funding to schools, libraries, parks. I don’t see or hear of any of our politicians tightening their belts. Just keep pouring it on the tax payers! Is it any wonder that our young people, and many of the older ones, are leaving this area in droves. I’m ready to pull up stakes myself.

Comment on On Lake Devil. by Dot

Dot — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:46:40 +0000

Reminds me of a lake I loved in Laurel, Md.
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Comment on Leaves of Autumn by Dot

Dot — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:24:43 +0000

That park seems to have a little bit of everything!
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Comment on Planned closings of New York state parks by Finger Lakes Community

Finger Lakes Community — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:13:56 +0000

This has outraged many residents of New York State. Some of the Finger Lakes parks are parks that many people frequent throughout the summer time. What happened to preserving mother nature and letting us enjoy all it’s offerings? It’s just ridiculous to close these!

We are taxed to death. Our treasured places are taken away. And what’s next?

We need to preserve our parks and keep them open for the public to enjoy!
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Comment on Leaves of Autumn by Jannie Funster

Jannie Funster — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:57:07 +0000

Oh so lovely, Mike. The lighting couldn’t be prettier for the subject — don’t you just love when that happens! Fall is for sure my favorite time of year.
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Comment on Leaves of Autumn by Davina

Davina — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:12:52 +0000

This is beautiful Mike. However… as beautiful as it is, I’m thankful it will be many months before I see a similar scene where I live. Spring is close.
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