If I don't "do" heights.....ever, of any kind....what was I doing up 212 feet above the Hudson River? Yes, I have asked myself that question for over a year; ever since the Walkway Over The Hudson opened!
No way. Never. You will never get me up there and out over the water. Period.
Following three photos: Bokeh Aphorism
Some information about this bridge:
It opened in 1888 to rail traffic. It was, at the time, the longest bridge in the world! Yes, in Poughkeepsie!
In 1974 it was closed due to fire. For years it sat idle, slowly decaying.
Should we tear it down? No, costs too much.
Well, how about turning it into a pedestrian walkway? There were many skeptics, me among them! The group that initially worked on this idea had an office across the hall from mine, downtown. I have to say, I really never thought it would work... and yes, I have eaten my words.
It is, quite truthfully, one of the very best things about Poughkeepsie, and this area.
At 24 feet wide, and with a nice solid concrete roadway, it feels comfortable, even to me. Walkers, runners, bikers, tourists; people, dogs: it is open to everyone. It has been a huge success! Now that we're about to leave the area, it is one of those things we wanted to do (had to do...) and I'm oh so glad we did.
A ha! you did it! excellent pixs.
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Libby... I'm happy to see you liked the Walkway. I go on the Walkway often to see the smiling faces and take pictures of people enjoying it. This is the first time I've seen your blog; very interesting. Fred Schaeffer, Past Chairman of Walkway Over the Hudson
ReplyDeleteHey L where are you these days? Are you still in Rhinebeck? I need your email address again. Hope all is well....
ReplyDeleteOH... Thank you for sharing those beautiful pics.
ReplyDeleteNow aren't you glad you did that?? :)
I get to NY often, but have never been to Poughkeepsie. This is going to be put on my bucket list. Looks like the time to visit is in the fall.... next year.... : )
Fred: Hey, thanks for taking a look! Word travels fast on the internet...
ReplyDeleteYes, I really do think this is the BEST thing the Hudson Valley has going for it, and my hat is off to you for making it all happen: congratulations!
Kathy: Yes, I do hope you make it here some day to see this!. And, right below the Eastern end is a great restaurant: Crave. Come and try it!
ReplyDeleteWow, wonderful photos! And it does seem quite high...think I would be weak in the knees myself :) Congrats for being brave enough & I'll bet the view was incredible!
ReplyDeleteWe're so glad you enjoyed your visit to Poughkeepsie and our newest New York State Park! You have posted some nice images here. For other suggestions on things to see & do, and to plan your trip to the heart of the Hudson Valley, visit us at www.DutchessTourism.com!
ReplyDeleteFred: I had meant to answer you last week..sorry! Thanks so much for visiting here; and yes, I really hand it to you for all that you have done. It is a remarkable place. We will only be here for another month or so before moving South, but the Walkway is actually something we may come back to see! Thanks, Libby
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