Day 7 - August 2, 2017
We wind our way out of Quebec, following the St. Lawrence River west until we turn south toward south toward New York. Then, we follow the Champlain River and Lake Champlain.
Random observation from Randy: We can either go south through a forest or follow the rivers. Let's go Routes du Rivieres. I'm tired of trees.
So that's what we did.
Favorite sign:
We found a moose:
Our destination is Saratoga Springs, home to Saratoga Race Course. Saratoga has been in operation since 1864 and is considered a Mecca for horse racing enthusiasts. I have to tell you though, there's limited seating and there's no air conditioning. Luckily it wasn't as crowded as last time we were there, and the temperature was much cooler.
Here are a few pictures from Saratoga:
Front gate.
Entryway.
There's a lot of action outside of the racecourse. Behind the stands is a whole area dedicated to art fairs, boutique shops, jazz bands playing in gazebos...it's like Lollapalooza for old people:
Tote board.
Grandstand.
Across the street is Fasig-Tipton, the equine auction house for Saratoga.
Another favorite sign: Shame on you Mayor of Utica! Dirty Backroom Politics As Usual!
Favorite town name: Herkimer, NY
Things we cannot stick around for: Warrensburg Lobster Bake
IAD - 0
KAPO - 1 kicking a ball
- 1 on a bike
Tomorrow: Presque Isle
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