Thousand Islands: Not Just a Salad Dressing...
Having
visited almost every state in our great nation, I am partial to the amazing
state of New York. But then again I suppose everyone is a patriot of their
home state. And while I am eager to recognize what they find beautiful, wanting
to discover it for myself, I am equally adamant about the jewel of New York
State: The Thousand Islands.
Tucked away in the St. Lawrence River along the border of Canada and the USA,
are over 1,800 islands, dressed in pine and oak, teaming with birds, adorned
with chateaus and passed through by sail boats to ocean going tankers.
Not just a salad dressing (yes, Thousand Islands dressing was first mixed
together in Clayton, NY at the Thousands Islands Inn by order of George Boldt),
the Thousands Islands Seaway is a must see for your next family trip. A long-time
playground for the rich and famous, the region is now opening its arms to
the general public.
From
the world's largest collection of wooden boats, housed at the world-renown
Antique Boat Museum, to
the numerous musical acts performing at the Clayton Opera House, visiting
our home town is sure to afford you many lasting memories.
Other points of interest would include
Boldt Castle in Alexandria Bay, NY, and an Uncle Sam Boat Tour to get
a better look at all the islands. Of course all of this isn't nearly as fun
as eating a salad in Clayton, NY and, when your server asks you what kind
of dressing you'd like, you smile wide and say...