Category Archives: Day (or maybe two) Trips

SWAN BOATS and BUNKER (HILL) but not in BOSTON – 5 and 6 JULY 2025

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Ray Boas

Second post in almost as many days – think I remembered how to do it. First short, sweet fun outings to share, start writing in my head while cruising, and a catchy title that must be shared. Saturday BLUE BELLE … Continue reading →

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HAPPY JULY 4th 2025 – from BLUE BELLE and RAY

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Ray Boas

I began a post last evening beginning, 452 stories shared since April 2011; only five so far in 2025; and 18 in 2024 with two in draft stage still. And, then there are the trips I have notes on and … Continue reading →

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HINSDALE “HIT ‘n MISS” — FIVE HOUR LOOP — 20 JULY 2024

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Ray Boas

You may recall the several “Hit ‘n Miss” engine events I have been to– in fact, to help me keep track, at the end of this post is a list of the various similar events I have attended, and you … Continue reading →

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RACE and RUGGLES — 13 JULY 2024

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Ray Boas

Great 32 hour vacation with repeat fun from the past, and an adventure “on the list” from way past. Saturday the 13th I headed up to Canaan, NH, to join son David and grandson, Alex, at the Canaan Motor Club … Continue reading →

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POTTER PLACE and ICE HOUSE MUSEUM – 29 JUNE 2024

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Ray Boas

AND, it cannot get much better. Two stops and adventures – one unplanned – and spending time immersed in things I enjoy and have been threads in my life forever e.g. COUNTRY STORE – OLD TRAINS – MODEL T and … Continue reading →

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RIDING AMTRAK’S DOWNEASTER – 22 JUNE 2024

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Ray Boas

Does Ray like trains? Yes. I need to get back on long-hauls with sleeping compartments, but also need to travel on Amtrak’s “named trains.” The DOWNEASTER, running from Boston to Brunswick, Maine, is an ideal, close-by, day’s outing. Gary and … Continue reading →

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BACK ON THE “RAILS” — 17 and 18 MAY 2024

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Ray Boas

You should know I like riding trains – and you may remember it has sadly been awhile. But on Saturday, May 18, the Massachusetts Bay Railroad Enthusiasts, Inc., had an excursion of the Granite State Scenic Railroad from Meredith, NH … Continue reading →

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“THREAD CITY” its “FROG FIGHT” (or “Fright”) and its MUSEUMS – 11 MAY 2024

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Ray Boas

In position and rested up, Saturday 11 May was for museums in “Thread City” – Willimantic, Connecticut, an area I had not experienced before. I usually do not do weekends when others are out and about – but no choice … Continue reading →

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TWO OCTOBER OUTINGS – 26 and 28 OCTOBER 2023

Posted on November 12, 2023 by Ray Boas

I am behind in traveling and in posting my adventures – time gets away from me, but I am out and exploring (or in and planning adventures). I have so much to write about to remember and share. Still have … Continue reading →

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ROADS “VERY” SELDOM TRAVELLED – 3 OCTOBER 2023

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Ray Boas

Alright – setting the scene – I have been enjoying planning outings, but recently not always executing those plans. I will have an outing in mind, then change my mind wanting to just stay home. Tuesday 3 October, I had … Continue reading →

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