Joe and I made a trip north to visit his grandparents last weekend. We had great hosts, ideal weather and lots of local flavor. It was perfect.
We went to the Glenn Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport. A Hammondsport native, Curtiss is one of the most important men in early aviation.
We also went to Prattsburgh’s summer festival, where we listened to some good live music and marveled at the massive tractor show. Grandpa took this great photo.
Speaking of Grandpa, he’s really good at his job.
On the way home we stopped to pay respect to a very important place. Avoca Central School – K-6 downstairs, 7-12 upstairs.
My favorite view – West Creek valley in Wheeler from the top of the hill. I grew up at the bottom of this dirt road.
Joe Tremblay 
Great pics, Patrick. So, Hammondsport is trying to get in the act as the “cradle of American aviation.” Now it can join the ranks of Ohio and North Carolina. Neat. Looks like you grew up in a great place with great parents. AND you’re a great son-in-law b
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Acknowledged! This guy Curtiss is a big deal in early aviation, and even got top billing when his company merged with the Wright Bros. in 1929. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curtiss-Wright.
It’s a tough lot being second fiddle to Orville and Wilbur.