Author Archives: Ray Boas

EXPLORING and RE-EXPLORING — 8 to 10 MAY 2026 — CIRCLING FROM LYME, NH

… AND FILLING IN SOME GAPS ON THE MAP. I have had many ideas for two nights away, but recently not wanting to drive more than two hours from home. But a few days ago I awoke realizing there were … Continue reading

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WEST MOUNTAIN “TWOFER” — 10-12 APRIL 2026

In January – a scant three months ago – I reported to you my stay at a NEW SPECIAL PLACE. An enjoyable time, lovely venue, and the end of March sent me (and others) an email with many specials, including … Continue reading

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BACKROADS TO AND FRO LENOX, MA — 1-3 APRIL 2026

I need to get back to exploring and documenting to remember, and then share with you to hopefully lead you to some explorations. I have promised myself in 2026 to not sleep in my own bed at least three nights … Continue reading

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IT IS MARCH — But Not RLI — 11-14 MARCH 2026

You may recall that it is a tradition of mine to spend several nights in March at The Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, which has always been a special place. Last year my post to you – IT IS … Continue reading

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REFLECTIONS 1 MARCH 2026 and CATCHING-UP from 3 JULY 2025

This post comes in two parts: Reflections from today, and Reflections I have had in draft since 3 July 2025. I am way behind, not only in sharing travels and thoughts with you (actually remember I write for myself to … Continue reading

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ESCAPE TO A LITTLE KNOWN MANSION — 17–19 FEBRUARY 2026

And, less than an hour away for an easy escape. Do you believe that something is “meant to be?” I do. How about “making lemonade from lemons?” I am now the pro. This trip began thanks to three cancellations of … Continue reading

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NEW YEAR — NEW SPECIAL PLACE — 15-17 JANUARY 2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR — I “do not do” New Year’s resolutions, but I have promised myself to get out and about more in 2026 than I did in 2025, and then document for my memory and to share with you … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS GREETINGS 2025 and a 54 MINUTE GIFT

Coming back from Quebec City after Christmas in 2010, while dial switching on the radio, and landing on the CBC I heard that A CHRISTMAS CAROL REDUX, narrated by Russell Thomas, was about to begin. “Now I want to hear … Continue reading

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HOLIDAY TOURS — DECEMBER 2025

I have shared over the years a number of the holiday tours I have taken in Vermont and New Hampshire, and still have some past tours to share. Again this year I have taken some tours – the choices were … Continue reading

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FORT TICONDEROGA REDUX – 14-16 OCTOBER 2025

I started writing this adventure on November 16, it is now two weeks later the 30th, and I do hope I get to share this evening, as December 5th marks a 250th anniversary of an event I recommend you follow. … Continue reading

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