I've used John Townsend to rig two boats and provide instruction in all manner of sailing and…read moresailboat maintenance. A genuine subject-matter-expert in all things sailing.

Very nice family oriented campgrounds! New swimming pool, go carts, arcade, mini golf and…read moreplayground for children. Also you don't need to be camping there to enjoy this place. All activities are open to the public for a fee. Great place!!

The philosophy of aikido has shaped my life since I was 12 or so, and I was overjoyed to find a…read moredojo when I moved to Burlington. ACV is a large dojo in terms of both space and members, both of which make practice very enjoyable. Accidentally rolling into other people happens very rarely. You also have the opportunity to practice with people of a variety of builds and sizes and you don't get set in your ways by practicing with the same people over and over. Besides Ben Pincus sensei, there are multiple people who teach classes, and they are all experienced and skilled instructors. Aikido has a central philosophy that pervades not only the techniques taught but the choice of associated classes. On Sunday mornings, there is a zazen, or meditation, before class begins. This, as well as anecdotes, fables, and recent real world news told by sensei, inform the practice in the dojo and cultivates an awareness of one's self as well as the world around you. It has been my experience that dojos that emphasize the philosophical sides of their martial arts tend to be more valuable to me because they are more holistic and personally fulfilling. ACV values not just technical skill, but your personal growth.

I am not a member because my schedule does not align with the dojo's schedule. But... I wish it…read moredid. I went on a Sunday to audit a class. I have studied Martial Arts in the past, so I knew some things I was looking for in a new location. This dojo appeared to have it. I talked at length with Jim, one of the instructors. He let me read the student handbook and watch their training session. I was impressed. There is discipline and order here. The students were enjoying themselves and there was much assistance with the veterans and the newer students. I enjoyed the people I met and the structure of the class. I thought I would join, but then realized the scheduling conflict. Hopefully, later the conflict will go away and I'll be able to practice here. And, this is a place for all ages!

we have too dogs that love to go here, Lynn and Michael are the most amazing gentle people with our…read morepups. it is home away from home with them. they are introduced to all sorts of activities , we are given guidance on nutrition from Lynn who is a dog nutritionist. they treat your pups like you would treat them and you can go away knowing they are safe and happy every minute of the day and night. and they get socalised with lots of different dogs too. an amazing acility

Love bringing our pup here. I don't have to worry when we travel and our pup has the best time…read moreduring the day camp. She gets to swim and gets trained- our pup had some regression when she was younger and Lynn helped her:) Lynn is super responsive and a delight:) she loves the heck out of all dogs and it shows!

This lovely park is located just north of Plattsburgh along the shores of Lake Champlain. I was…read morehere to try to see the lighthouse, but it is not accessible during the greener months. It is on private property and could normally only be seen through the trees when they're bare. Not today in mid-July. So now that I'm enjoying the park, let's check out this. A very pretty sandy beach that has floats out to mark off the swimming area from boaters. Picnic tables and barbecue grills. Volleyball, softball and the like. And it's all free. [Review 1610 of 2024 - 523 in New York - 22633 overall]

My go too spot in Plattsburgh. A quiet walk. Wonderful adventure every time. Low key hike…read more Beautiful point / view of lake Champlain. And the pup loves it.

I recently completed the 2012 Vermont City Marathon. I chose this marathon because it was basically…read morethe biggest marathon in Vermont. Race morning was on 05/27/2012, during Memorial Day weekend. The travel to get to Burlington, VT was not an easy road for me, physically and financially. But once I got got into Burlington and step foot with the other marathoners on race morning, everything seemed to be better and the world seemed to be a smaller place. The Vermont City Marathon 2012 was my 40th lifetime marathon and 3rd of the year. Yikes! I've done alot! First time in Vermont and probably not the last, as I saw some awesome houses along the course and it makes me want to move out to Burlington someday when I am old and grey. In any event, the marathon is the premiere event in Vermont. There are other races held in Vermont, but VCM is the big one - like how New York City marathon and Chicago marathons dominate in their respective states. It is interesting to see that this race venue does not have a half marathon, since the half marathon is like a big draw for so many people - mostly due to its shorter distance. But for me, it has to be the full marathon, since its worth the $$ on airline tickets and hotel rooms to do it. The marathon expo was large enough, but small enough. There was an extensive expo separate from the packet pick up, which is similar to the Walt Disney World Marathon. I got to meet up with Laura Sklaudinski, the first youngest 50 State Marathoner from NY. That was bad ass! She inspires me to chase my dreams and to chase states. The marathon starts at 8:03am, with the wheeled athletes going first at 8am. The course itself looped around downtown Burlington, then on the Hwy 127 for a long out and back. Then onto a bike path with great views of Lake Champlain. From miles 13-19, we weaved in and around the residential areas of the North End, passing by Burlington High School. The rest of the course was on paved bike path from miles 20 to the finish. There was of families who were on bikes that day and wished me good luck as I streamed through. Though that was pretty awesome. Although the final push to the finish line was a long one, I felt that the bike path was just insanely long. Then again, 26.2 miles isn't a joke. It was a great venue to participate in and hope to come back to Vermont again to do it all over again. I heard that the men's winner clocked in at 2:30:xx, while the women's winner came in at 2:43:xx. That's crazy fast and wish I could do that some day. I probably would need to quit my day job and train hardcore full time. But I would probably miss the traveling. Give and take, I guess. Run more! A+

This review is from a spectator's point of view. I would love to hear how participants enjoyed it…read morebut, alas, I only watched. First of all, this is one of the premier events in Burlington. Burlington's population hovers somewhere just shy of 40,000 people. This year over 8,000 runners took the streets of the Queen City and it is truly an amazing spectacle. The Marathon begins at 8:05 a.m. with participants in wheelchairs followed by the throng of runners. I think the corner of Willard St. and Pearl St. is the best place to catch the start of the run. It's impressive to see the never-ending wave of runners come up Pearl St. with the Adirondacks in the distance. Everyone is still in high spirits as their less than 1/2 mile into the event. Finally, there's Future Man. Future Man is a perennial favorite and must see. His outfit (I use the term loosely) is a black danskin leotard, a yellow construction helmet with red flashing light and, of course, combat boots. Future Man entertains runners and observers by playing the accordion. This is quite amusing and very fun even though he only seems to know about 2 and a half songs. After watching the runners go by, head down to Church Street. While this is a walk of probably .3 miles for you, the runners will be coming up Church St. about 3 miles into their run. Church St. is the best place to watch people any time of year and the marathon is no exception. The streets are packed and lots of cheering. Lines will be long at almost all restaurants so bring something to eat or be prepared to wait. After that there are several good options. The beltline is completely closed to cars and some like to ride their bike on that part of the route. The end of the marathon at Waterfront Park is also worth catching. From a particpant's point of view it's great entertainment. I'd love to hear from the runners on how it is be a particpant.

Just finished an Open Water Scuba Certification course with Kreig. My son has also been certified…read moreby Kreig earlier this year as well. Five star recommendation for the course and for Waterfront Dive Center. Looking forward to future dives and continuing our dive education at the shop. Top level professionalism with thoughtful and caring educators and dive experts.

Amazing shop. Jonathon and team are knowledgeable, friendly, and eager to help. Took my drysuit…read moreand Nitrox certifications with them, both excellent. Good prices on gear, and good advice without pressure on buying.

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of our two-hour sailing excursion with Let's Go Sailing. From…read morethe moment we stepped aboard, Gideon made us feel welcome. He is an exceptionally skilled sailor and a genuinely enjoyable person to spend time with. His friend Dave joined us on the sail, and we loved his warm personality and fascinating knowledge of the history of Lake Champlain. The boat was spotless, comfortable, and well maintained. Gideon offered to teach us the basics of sailing, which we happily accepted. It was both fun and engaging to learn from someone who clearly loves what he does and enjoys sharing that passion with others. By the end of the trip, we felt like we had experienced far more than just a beautiful sail--we had learned something new, met wonderful people, and created a memorable part of our vacation. The experience was an outstanding value for the price. Although we didn't have children or dogs with us, it's worth noting that both are welcome aboard, making this a great option for families as well. Booking was simple through Gideon's excellent website, and his directions made finding the marina and his slip easy and stress-free. I can't recommend Let's Go Sailing highly enough. If you're looking for a relaxing, memorable, and authentic way to experience Lake Champlain, this is it. A true five-star experience from start to finish.

My husband and I sailed with Gideon on a Saturday at 11 am. We lucked out as the weather couldn't…read morebe more perfect, sunny, clear, with a slight breeze on the water. We were celebrating pur 16th wedding anniversary and he truly made it special. The Beloved Mare is a great sailboat with plenty of seating in the usual area but also outfitted with benches made of pvc/wood up front to sit on as well. They fold down when not in use so these make the ride comfortable and enjoyable. Gideon furnished us with beverages and sunscreen to make us comfortable. There are facilities on board though we didn't partake. The fun part was learning about the geology and history of the area "Gideon-version." He was a hoot and made us all laugh so much. We really enjoyed our sail and highly recommend Gideon.