Last weekend we took the ferry across the river (literally 800 yards) and rode bikes around Governors Island. The island opened to the public for the very first time ever in 2003. For nearly two centuries before that the island was used as a military facility. During the Civil War, it was used for recruitment and as a prison for captured Confederate soldiers. Throughout World War I and II, the island served as a supply base for Army ground and air forces. From 1966 to 1995, the Coast Guard operated facilities on the island. In 2003, the United States sold Governors Island to New York for a dollar, but restricted permanent housing and casinos on the island. Now, there are great bike paths, picnic spots and open air concert venues. It is such an easy, fun day trip out of the city.
We started out early to make sure we were back in time for the Notre Dame game. We caught the first ferry of the day with tons of bicyclists.
Someone was still a little sleepy on our way there.
It was a gorgeous day -- perfect for a bike ride. The only snag? Lyla was not happy to wear a helmet.
She got used to it eventually.
And we were off...
The views are pretty incredible from all angles. Apologies for blurry pictures but taking pictures while riding a bike is hard work!
We were there on September 11, so the flag was at half-mast.
We stopped for a juice and snack break in the picnic area.
Lyla played peekaboo with her daddy.
On our way back, Lyla started tickling Mark's back. Mark loved it :)
Heading back to the city...
...just in time for my two favorite people to watch the Irish game and split a bag of Pirate's Booty :)
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