Author Archives: Ray Boas

MORE VERMONT EXPLORATIONS – 1-2 MAY 2019

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Ray Boas

I am starting this looking out in the rain to where mountains should be – but, alas between fog, rain and even sleet yesterday, I see nothing but a solid, unbroken sheet of light gray – which you will see … Continue reading →

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MOUNT WASHINGTON ADVENTURES – 10-13 APRIL 2019

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Ray Boas

These adventures started two weeks ago, and I have been home for twelve days. Why the delay in documenting and reporting? Why have I not gotten to my Red Lion Inn reports for 2018 and 2019, and what about my … Continue reading →

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6 HOUR ROUND TRIP – 57 YEARS IN THE MAKING

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Ray Boas

Actually, this post could have several appropriate titles – so here as sub-titles: PINCH ME – END OF A DREAM WELCOME HOME BELZEBUTH II // LADY RAB II THERE’S A “NEW” CAR IN TOWN Remember, I write for myself, and … Continue reading →

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SUCCESSFUL DAY – 19 MARCH 2019 – ADOPTION COMPLETE

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Ray Boas

Did you read my last post – GENESIS OF A SHUNPIKER from March 12 (an important day)? If you missed it, click on the link above. But a quest was on. On March 9, before I completed that post, I posted … Continue reading →

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GENESIS OF A “SHUNPIKER” – BEGINNING IN 1962 and EARLIER

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Ray Boas

My Shunpiking is nothing new. It goes back more decades than I would like you to know I have been alive. My Dad loved, collected, bought, restored, and sold antique cars as a hobby. I would travel with him to … Continue reading →

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CANDLES – TRAINS – MUSEUMS — HIP, HIP HOO-RAY — 25-27 January 2019

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Ray Boas

December 4 – remember the day? I do, my first new hip, home the next day, on my own from the start rebuilding my mobility and planning new experiences. This past weekend there were three things I wanted to do, … Continue reading →

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NEW YEAR’S EVE 2018 — HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019

Posted on December 31, 2018 by Ray Boas

You have not heard from me since 25 November. I have missed writing my travel posts here, not to mention missing the adventures to share. Have you wondered why? My hips prevented many of my desired travels in 2018, as … Continue reading →

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TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS – SANTA’S LAND – AND MORE – 25 NOVEMBER 2018

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Ray Boas

This weekend I did a few holiday things I want to share with you, and I have listed some holiday events I encourage you to explore. Many I have done, and will link you to my past adventures to further … Continue reading →

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SAVING THE “GATEWAY TO WALPOLE”

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Ray Boas

As many of my “shunpiking” friends know I am involved in much more than traveling and bookselling. I publish the local newspaper THE WALPOLE CLARION, and for the past six months have been working with a group to preserve and … Continue reading →

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ARMISTICE DAY – 100th ANNIVERSARY – NOVEMBER 11, 2018 – VETERANS DAY

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Ray Boas

This is the first time I have shared something other than my travels here on “Shunpiking with Ray.” For years I have received a daily email from The Week – a magazine and website – providing top news stories and … Continue reading →

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