It always takes me a few days of adjustment after Labor Day to get used to the idea that another blissful, New York summer is officially over. It’s not that I dislike fall; I just really love summer- wearing fewer layers, being outside, long days, the flurry of activities, the carefree spirit of the season.
BUT, I do already have some fun plans lined up for the next few months, so even though summer doesn’t technically end for a few more days, this is my farewell to the summer of 2011 and my ‘hello’ to fall.
These photos are from a trip I took last September during this transition period between the seasons. My friends and I went to Fire Island, a mere 60 miles from NYC, for a weekend of camping and relaxation. The weather was pleasant: cool enough to require a light jacket but warm enough to take a brisk dip in the ocean.
Fire Island generally doesn’t allow vehicles during the warmer months (most people arrive by ferry), so it feels like a world unto itself. People transport their things in little red wagons, and in our case, a little granny cart. Depending on the area of the island, you can wander through the small neighborhoods, peruse tiny shops, laze on the beach, or take a long stroll along the pristine wooden walkway weaving through the salt marshes.
Enjoy the photos and have a wonderful weekend, all!
March 19, 2012 at 11:38 pm
hi! love the photos… i’ve been wanting to go camping on fire island but not convinced i’d like camping at watch hill or smith point. did you all go to otis pike? how tough was it to get your stuff in? (can you make a fire?) let me know, if you don’t mind. thanks, in advance!
March 22, 2012 at 12:06 pm
Hi Jenny, my apologies for the delay in responding! We stayed at the Watch Hill campgrounds. They were immaculate and I liked the scenery. It was also close to the beach. However there were definite cons like the mosquitoes and the fact that we couldn’t build a fire.
September 9, 2011 at 1:18 pm
Thanks for sharing – love the photos – looks like a beautiful place to transition between seasons. Have a Great Weekend:)
September 9, 2011 at 4:51 pm
Thank you- have a wonderful weekend as well!
September 9, 2011 at 11:40 am
Love the photos.
September 9, 2011 at 4:50 pm
It’s all in the models I used.
September 9, 2011 at 6:21 am
I haven’t been there. It looks fabulous.
September 11, 2011 at 7:00 pm
It doesn’t seem to be a well-known destination with those outside of the Long Island/NYC area, but definitely worth a visit. For NYers, it’s such a nice escape from the hustle and bustle even though it’s only a hope and a skip away.