Hidden Treasures

There are many unique spots on the island best discovered while walking or bike riding.

For instance, the Stone Harbor Garden Club maintains a beautiful plot of land adjacent to the beach parking lot on 123rd Street. 

In that same vicinity, check out the bird watching platforms accessible from the clam shell drive way on the right hand side of the parking lot.

On your walk/ride home, stop by the new paths in to the Bird Sanctuary on the Second Avenue side.

Speaking of our island treasures: this time of year, I see a disturbing number of balloons washing up on the beach or stuck in the dunes.  Celebrate birthdays, graduations, and weddings with flowers instead of balloons…better for our environment!