The Great Lakes Seaway Trail runs along the southern & eastern shore of Lake Ontario, as well as along the St. Lawrence River. The trail is as rich in history as it is in scenery. Many battles during the War of 1812 were fought on this shore. Islands in the river have disappeared after horrific murders and mysterious men tried to hide from their indiscretions among them. Along the Seaway Trail, a house was built for Napoleon Bonaparte before he died in exile. And spirits of soldiers remain stationed their post.

The Silver Lake Institute is one of the few remaining communities in New York State that began as Methodist camp meeting grounds in the mid-1800s. It has an unique and interesting history. Not only does this book tell the Institute's history, but it also shares photographs from the collection of a multi-generation member of the Silver Lake Institute.