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Our Winter Landscape

07 Sunday Jan 2018

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Canoe, Dog, Hiking, Ice Fishing, Kayak, Lake, Landscape, New York, Ski, Sled, Snow, Snowboard, Snowshoe, Winter

This afternoon I was able to get out for a short hike with my fine fury friend. Ruff loves the cold weather and snow. Heck he’d just assume sit in a snow bank all day.

Under sunny skies, a 4 degree temperature and a wind making it feel sub zero we headed to Nanticoke lake for our little adventure. Once we arrived I noticed there was more snow out there than here at home. But a lot of it seemed to be drifting. We made our way to the lake and met two guys ice fishing. I asked if they knew how thick the ice was and they said about 10-12 inches. It felt weird walking on a lake that I routinely paddle. Ruff was in dog heaven! It was cold, there was snow, other humans and the sniffs were abundant.

Our winter landscape can be beautiful if not stunning, I was in my glory as well.

 

Cheers!

Ruff taking in all there is to sniff at Nanticoke lake January 7th 2018. © Joe Geronimo

Ice fishing on Nanticoke lake January 7th 2018. © Joe Geronimo

Ruff loving Nanticoke lake January 7th 2018. © Joe Geronimo

Ruff & I Nanticoke lake January 7th 2018. © Joe Geronimo

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364/365

12 Thursday Oct 2017

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Adventure, Autumn, Camera, Camping, Canoe, Canon, Fall, Hiking, Kayak, Lake, New York, Photography, tbt, Travel

Today we are going to step back 365 days…..

Nanticoke lake Lisle, NY October 12th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

Nanticoke lake Lisle, NY October 11th 2017. © Joe Geronimo

Weekend Re-Cap

25 Monday Sep 2017

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10K, 15K, 5K, Atumn, Beer, Cooperstown, Fall, Family, Friends, Half Marathon, Lake, Marathon, Music, New York, Ommegang, Pennsylvania, Racing, Relay, Running, Swimming

Saturday September 23rd 2017: Zipping up my wetsuit into a new adventure, open water swimming. Several years ago I had purchased a wetsuit with the intent on using it, things never panned out that way. Our swim was to take place on Quaker lake in Silver Lake Township Pennsylvania not too far south of the New York border.

Saturday morning the fog quickly burned off, the air temperature perfect and the lake  like glass. I’m guessing the water was somewhere between 66-68 degrees. The three of us (Chris, Bob & Myself) plunged into the lake at 0840, beginning our swim. I’ll admit I had been nervous all week leading up to this. I purchased a 15 liter New Wave Swim Buoy as a safety precaution. I was extremely happy with it and you wouldn’t even know it was there. Chris would swim 2 miles skirting the perimeter of the lake. Myself and Bob would swim 1.5 miles down and back the length of the lake. I stopped a few times briefly to adjust my goggles and take a quick break. On our way back up the lake I began to feel a little more confident with some endurance, my nerves had finally settled. Exiting the lake and sitting on the dock I glanced down the lake taking notice of my accomplishment, turning to my watch I covered the distance in 1:27:00. I really enjoyed the experience of open water swimming and look forward to more of it in the future. Recently I have been using swimming as a cross training tool, a low impact workout to supplement my running.

Later that day Julie and I would head back down to Pennsylvania to our families lake house to visit my cousin, his wife Dawn and friends who were staying the weekend. Some great food, company, kayaking, campfire and a game of Cards Against Humanity and all was right with the world.

Quaker Lake Silver Lake Township, PA. © Joe Geronimo. Note: This image was taken in October 2007.

Sunday September 24th 2017: Lacing up my running shoes I would run my first race in five months, the Dick’s Sporting Goods Greater Binghamton Marathon. Myself, Chris, Chuck and Ken would run the marathon relay as team “Sunday Bloody Sunday”. It was another beautiful day in the Southern Tier but extremely warm. Chuck would be our first runner, followed by Chris, Ken and lastly I would be runner #4. I do feel the need to pick on Ken for his little snafu during the race, just because it adds to the memories of a really fun day. Prior to Ken’s turn running he was getting in a few extra miles. Chris arrived to the exchange earlier than anticipated and Ken wasn’t around. I panicked and quickly jumped in and began to run. A few minutes later Ken exchanged with Chris and the guys came and pulled me off the course just over a mile in. Even though we lost some time Ken ran strong showing up to exchange with me pretty much as predicted. My leg of the course would be 4.2 miles mostly along the rail trail. It was HOT and I struggled a bit. I almost never hit the water stops on a race course but today I did twice. I ran an average of 7:26 pace for the race and honestly I could not be happier finishing my run in 30:58. This was huge for me because I had no pain in my hip flexors at all. I’ve finally have gotten my bigger muscles to start doing the work and I have really been enjoying the rebuilding process. Approaching the finish I was very excited to see my wife cheering me on as it its always brightens my day to see her smile. Our official finishing time was 3:15:25.

Post race refreshments and entertainment were provided by Ommegang Brewing of Cooperstown, NY and Local band Wreckless Marci. Later in the afternoon the week had finally caught up with me and I found myself unexpectedly napping on the couch.

Cheers to a super fun weekend!

Dick’s Sporting Goods Greater Binghamton Marathon relay team “Sunday Bloody Sunday”. L-R: Joe Geronimo, Chuck Hein, Chris Pilotti and Ken Burt.

 

#TBT: Summer Fun

17 Thursday Aug 2017

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Family, Lake, Maine, New England, New Hampshire, New York, Travel, Vermont, Winnipesaukee

The boys enjoying a summer afternoon at Lake Winnipesaukee in Laconia, NH July 10th 2014. © Joe Geronimo

Adirondack Throwback

18 Thursday May 2017

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Adirondacks, America, Autumn, Black Flies, Camera, Camp, Canoe, Current Designs, Dagger, Fall, Fire Tower, Fish, Hike, Hornbeck Canoe, Jackson, Kayak, Lake, Mountains, New York, NFCT, Northern Forest Canoe Trail, Old Town Canoe, Spring, Summer, Swift Canoe, Travel, USA, Wenonah, Wilderness Systems, Winter

I’m paddling backwards to May 21st 2016 when Julie and I spent the day at the “Adirondack Paddlefest” sponsored by Mountainman Outdoors of Old Forge, NY.

This year we will return on May 20th with a small paddling adventure in mind and the hopes of adding another kayak to our fleet.

Julie & I entering First Lake, Old Forge, NY May 20th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

A very small portion of the 2016 Adirondack Paddlefest sponsored by Mountainman Outdoors. Old Forge, NY. Image © Joe Geronimo

2017 Seneca 7 Wrap

03 Wednesday May 2017

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10K, 15K, 5K, Beer, Binghamton, Boat, Canoe, Cayuga 50, Competition, Craft Beer, Fall, Finger Lakes, Half Marathon, Ironman, Ithaca, Kayak, Lake, Marathon, Muscleman, New York, Ocean, Race, Racing, Running, Spring, Summer, Trail Running, Triathlon, Watkins Glen, Wine, Winter

I finally have a few moments to sit down and reflect on this years Seneca 7 relay race. A 77.7 mile circumnavigation of beautiful Seneca lake in New York’s Finger Lakes region. This years field consisted of 319 teams equaling 2,233 runners.

This year we had an unexpected short notice injury to team member Jordan Varano. Jordan reluctantly had to bail out a week prior to the race. However friend Juan Martinez answered the call and I cannot thank Juan enough for stepping up and taking Jordan’s spot on short notice. Juan was a perfect fit for our team!

Our team “Liar, Liar, Feet on Fire” had some pretty stiff competition in the “Renegade 7” another all male team from Binghamton, NY who would go onto win the event placing first overall. They completed the course in 7:34:02 setting a new course record. The “Cayuga 7” a mixed team from Ithaca, NY finished first place mixed, second place overall with a course time of 7:40:40. Our team placed second male and third place overall with a time of 7:53:40 a 12 minute PR from last year with an average pace of 6:04 per mile.

During last years Seneca 7 we formed a friendship with Tom and Carrie Thompson owners of Bottomless Brewing in Geneva. Tom and Carrie were gracious enough to sponsor our team for this years event. Not only do they brew some really great beer but they add that extra special to this great running community we have. I love to run but what I love even more is the people and friendships running has graced my life with and that is always a winning combination.

And lastly I was overwhelmed with pride at the sheer volume of runners from the Triple Cities area in which we live and who I call friends.

Cheers!

Liar, Liar, Feet on Fire 2017 Seneca 7.
L-R: Ryan Heinlein, Dan Cavalari, Juan Martinez, Joe Geronimo, Adrian Milisavljevich, James Wilson & Aaron Perry

Liar, Liar, Feet on Fire 2nd place male, 3rd place overall 2017 Seneca 7.

Liar, Liar, Feet on Fire with Tom Thompson of Bottomless Brewing in Geneva, NY.

A well earned beer after the 77.7 mile Seneca 7.

Just a small portion of runners from the Triple Cities area at the 2017 Seneca 7.

Bon Voyage

02 Thursday Feb 2017

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Beer, Finger Lakes, Food, Lake, New York, Skaneateles, Summer, Travel, USA, Wine

I’m throwing it back to July 30th 2016 in Skaneateles, NY. My wife and I stumbled across an antique boat show in this picturesque village tucked away in New York’s Finger Lakes region.

The "Barbara S. Wiles" heading out on Skaneateles lake July 30th 2016. Fujichrome Provia 100F, © Joe Geronimo.

The “Barbara S. Wiles” heading out on Skaneateles lake July 30th 2016. Fujichrome Provia 100F, © Joe Geronimo.

The Chicago “L”

03 Saturday Dec 2016

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Baseball, Bears, Beer, Black, Blackhawks, Buildings, Canon, Chicago, Coffee, Cubs, Family, Film, Food, Football, Hockey, Kodachrome, Kodak, Lake, Michigan, Navy Pier, Nikon, Photography, Railroad, Subway, Traffic, Train, Transportation, Travel, USA, Vacation, White, Wine

I made my first visit to the Windy City back in July. My wife and sons have already spent time here before so this was unchartered territory for me. We were staying with family in one of the suburbs of Chicago and rode the Metra into the city the several days we were there. We navigated the city by either walking or riding the subway which is affectionately knows as the “L”. Riding the “L” opened up a whole new perspective on photography for me. I instantly fell in love with the intricate infrastructure cramped between towering buildings, parking garages and everyday life below. The photographic possibilities are endless and all you need is time.

Prior to my arrival in Chicago I had done absolutely no research on this gem so I was totally in the dark as to the “Prime” locations in which to photograph. The day I made the most of my images started off bright and sunny with weather conditions crumbling like an old building as the day progressed. I believe I have created several images that convey mood, as most of these were grab shots. I particularly like the ones where I was shooting out the front window as we rode the “L”. I shot color slide film but really liked them even more converted to black & white.

The other day I had mentioned to my wife how we need to return so I can spend a good 3-4 days photographing the “L” now that I have done my research.

Cheers!

Waiting at the interlocking of Lake 7 Wells on the Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. Lighting conditions were horrid and I was down to 1/60th @ F2.8, but I love the mood of this image. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

Waiting at the interlocking of Lake & Wells on the Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. Lighting conditions were horrid and I was down to 1/60th @ F2.8, but I love the mood of this image. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

The Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo.

The Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo.

The Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. You can notice walking ahead is Julie, Michael & Max. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

The Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. You can notice walking ahead is Julie, Michael & Max. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

 

The Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

The Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

The Chicago "L" at Lake & Wells July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo. I would later discover that this is one of the most photographed sections due to its intricate design and track work here. I recently bid on a 1982 Kodachrome form this location and lost as it sold for $41.00.

The Chicago “L” at Lake & Wells July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo. I would later discover that this is one of the most photographed sections due to its intricate design and track work here. I recently bid on a 1982 Kodachrome from this location and lost as it sold for $41.00.

Adams & Wabash station Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

Adams & Wabash station Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

 

The Chicago "L" July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

The Chicago “L” July 15th 2016. Agfa CT Precisa 100 Slide Film, © Joe Geronimo

Here you’ll find a link to an image from Lake & Wells on the Chicago “L”. It was photographed from either a parking garage or rooftop. However it gives you the perspective of its complexity. I love it! https://flic.kr/p/rUyXih

Some men are Baptists, others Catholics; my father was an Oldsmobile man.

01 Thursday Dec 2016

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Agfa, Canon, Chicago, Christmas, Cleveland, Erie, Fuji, House, Huron, Kodachrome, Kodak, Lake, Michigan, New York, Nikon, Ohio, Ontario, Photography, Story, Superior, Toledo, Travel, USA, Vacation

What better way to start the holiday season than with a throwback of the Christmas Story house. While passing through Cleveland, OH during our summer vacation we took a few hours to stop and take the tour, it was awesome! The house is the original from the movie and restored perfectly. While inside you can handle an official Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot range model air rifle, witness the soft glow of electric sex gleaming in the window and experience the taste of Lifebuoy soap, you can basically touch everything. Heck they even provide you with pink bunny suits if you choose to look like a deranged Easter Bunny! I myself could not resist and transformed into a pink nightmare. Sadly Dwayne’s Photo ruined that roll of chromes during processing. The words Ohhhh fuuudge were repeatedly used! Only I didn’t say “Fudge.” I said THE word, the big one, the queen-mother of dirty words, the “F-dash-dash-dash” word!

If you are passing through Cleveland I highly recommend you stop and take the tour,  I TRIPLE-dog-dare ya!

A Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

A Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

Getting my mouth washed out with Lifebuoy soap. Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Julie Geronimo

Getting my mouth washed out with Lifebuoy soap. Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Julie Geronimo

My pink nightmare Michael!!! Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

My pink nightmare Michael!!! Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Julie Geronimo

Max under the kitchen sink, Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Julie Geronimo

Max under the kitchen sink, Christmas Story House, Cleveland, OH July 10th 2016. © Julie Geronimo

The Yellow Submarine & Grilled Cheese

30 Sunday Oct 2016

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Adirondacks, Autumn, Beer, Canoe, Fall, Finger Lakes, Food, Kayak, Lake, Manhattan, New York, Ocean, Old Town, Owego, Photography, Pond, Railroad, River, Susquehanna, Train, Weather, Wine

Five hours of sleep, a cup of coffee and an amazing wife who got up to take me over to Grippen Park in Endicott so I can kayak the Susquehanna this morning. Almost immediately I was greeted by an eager beaver. A few “Thwacks” of his tail and had disappeared. Burnt reds and oranges were on borrowed time while the yellows seemed to be clinging to the ropes of life waiting for Mother Nature’s knockout punch. The mirror like waters of the Susquehanna reflected the darkening skies to the west assuring there would be rain on my parade.

It was very quiet for the most part except for the chorus of my paddle. Along the way I spied several bald eagles, ducks, duck hunters, geese and quite a bit of fisherman as I glided towards the river walk in downtown Owego. Luck would be on my side today because almost immediately as I arrived under the highway bridge the skies opened up. With my gear packed into the kayak I lifted it up and over the rocks onto the river walk carrying it 100 yards to the street. Standing in the rain waiting for Julie to arrive a very kind woman offered me the shelter of her front porch.

Shortly after Julie would arrive and it was time for lunch. Several friends had recommended the Owego Kitchen on Lake Street, so off we went. It was warm and inviting with a great menu. Julie and I both ordered the french onion grilled cheese and I had the farmhouse chili as well. If you are ever in the area I strongly suggest a visit.

I paddled 13.60 miles in 3:05:24 with an average speed of 4.4 MPH.  When my alarm went off this morning I was seriously considering not going because of my lack of sleep. However I’m glad I chose wisely and took the opportunity.

Cheers!

GPS of my trip: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/1427554364

Almost ready to go, Grippen Park Endicott, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Almost ready to go, Grippen Park Endicott, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Along the Susquehanna river Apalachin, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Along the Susquehanna river Apalachin, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

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Along the Susquehanna river between Apalachin and Campville, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Approaching Hiawatha Island I came across several fisherman October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Approaching Hiawatha Island I came across several fisherman October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Getting close to Owego, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Getting close to Owego, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Arriving in downtown Owego, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

Arriving in downtown Owego, NY October 30th 2016. Image © Joe Geronimo

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Julie & I entering First Lake, Old Forge, NY May 20th 2016. © Joe Geronimo

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