Daily Freeman story, from 20 August 2020:
John Valek, a roofer out of Phoenicia, N.Y., continues his work at dismantling the rappel tower at the corner of Mount Tremper Avenue and Route 214 in Phoenicia, on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020. The tower, which is owned by local Shandaken judge Tom Crucet, was operated by Crucet since 1985 when he built it. Since then it has been used for military training, scouts and other groups for outdoor recreation. At 75, Crucet decided to stop using the tower and dismantle it for safety. Some of the boards will be repurposed in a barn.
8/22/2020:
9/4/2020:
All photos: SW
