Some nature scenes on Pollepel Island in the Hudson River. Bannerman Castle is on Pollepel.
Bannerman Nature
Grotto at Bannerman
At the rear of the residence is a little grotto that Mr. Bannerman used to sit in to pray and meditate. The view from it is looking south on the Hudson River.
Bannerman Castle 2 of 2
The gardens around the castle are lovely. In the kitchen of the home is a stone commemorating the Massacre of Glencoe – Wikipedia.
Bannerman Castle 1
We took a friend along with us to visit Bannerman Castle. It is a short boat ride from Beacon, New York. We enjoyed the two excellent tour guide’s narratives. It is well worth reading the history: History | Bannerman Castle
Flat Brook Park
We stopped briefly at a little nature sanctuary, Flat Rock Brook in Englewood, New Jersey. I hadn’t seen it before. Here is the history page About — Flat Rock Brook
Greenbrook Wildlife
Dappled deer and a Japanese beetle – Wikipedia
Greenbrook Dragonflies
We saw a hummingbird, osprey, and red-tailed hawks (one was a light orange). The lake is only a puddle now so no ducks or other birds. There are lots of dragonflies.
Greenbrook Plants
I’m trying to identify grasses. I can usually ID the main families.
