The Pond at Law Memorial Park in Fall

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The park is named after Walter W. Law, the founder of Briarcliff Manor who donated the land. It wasn’t originally called “Law” park. At first it was called “Freedom” park. Mr. Law seemed to have been a very humble person and possibly didn’t want a park named after him. The name was eventually changed from “Freedom Park” to “Law Memorial Park”.

I was a bit worried about the girl in the second picture. She seemed awfully close to the end of the pond. It was clear, however, that the man in the picture (who I assume to be her father) was keeping a close eye on her.

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Taken with a Nikon D200 and Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f1.8 D

Hudson River Views

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I usually go to the river for Sunday lunch when, unfortunately the light isn’t at its best. Last Sunday I had an appointment elsewhere and couldn’t get to the river. So, I went on Monday instead – in the late afternoon. The light was much more interesting. I’ll have to go again around that time.

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First taken with a Sony RX10 IV, remainder with a Sony RX100 VII

Croton Point Park

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At various times in its history Croton Point has been the site of a significant Revolutionary War event; the home of a magnificent mansion; the location of a brickworks and a winery. There was once even a small town or village (now long gone) on the point, built to house the workers at the various businesses. Today it’s a spot for walkers, campers, swimmers and the like. It’s also the venue for a well-known annual Music Festival: Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival.

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Taken with a Sony RX10IV