Sorry. I tried to make the title rhyme. A bit forced.

Anyway, the gorge is actually really expensive. First, the donation of it was several million dollars (6, if I remember correctly). Then, after a series of storms in the early 10s (is that what we call 2010-2020?) it cost 2 and a half million to fix. A lot of that was preemptively blowing up the rockside so that it didn’t fall on the visitors at some point (thanks, guys).

It’s beautiful though. Admittedly, I rather enjoy the more natural areas without paved walkways and fences, but there is no doubt that Casc is majestic, and one of the most beautiful areas in Ithaca I’ve ever seen. When you go at the right time, the water in the air catches the golden light of the sun in a way that makes the whole gorge absolutely magical.