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When Sullivan County Was A Sportsman’s Paradise

May 28, 2023 by John Conway 1 Comment

Callicoon Erie Railroad Train Station in Sullivan CountyLong before the Ontario and Western Railway touted the healing environment that was Sullivan County beginning in the 1880s, the Erie Railroad had been established along the county’s western edge. By 1850, the Erie had been completed through the county, and it was largely through its promotional efforts that the upper Delaware Valley began to receive notice as “a sportsmen’s paradise.”

By the 1870s, hundreds of people were traveling each weekend to dozens of resorts in the approximately 60-mile-long valley from the Delaware Water Gap to Narrowsburg. These people were drawn here by the river, lakes, and streams. They came to fish and to boat and to hunt. [Read more…] about When Sullivan County Was A Sportsman’s Paradise

Filed Under: History, Hudson Valley - Catskills, Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: boating, Catskills, Delaware River, Erie Railroad, fishing, hunting, railroads, Sullivan County

Man Plans 200+ Mile Otsego County Thru-Hike for Charity

May 28, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Tom WalshTom Walsh, a 65-year-old hiker and cancer survivor, is planning to walk to all 20 state forests in Otsego County as well as five Otsego Land Trust conservation areas on a continuous thru-hike that will cover more than 200 miles. Starting from his home in Worcester, NY on or about June 1, the hike will take him through all 24 Otsego County towns. [Read more…] about Man Plans 200+ Mile Otsego County Thru-Hike for Charity

Filed Under: Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: Arnold Lake State Forest, Basswood Pond State Forest, Bear Swamp State Forest, Calhoun Creek State Forest, Cherry Valley State Forest, Compton Bridge Conservation Area, Decatur State Forest, Exeter State Forest, Fetterley Forest Conservation Area, General Jacob Morris State Forest, Greenough Road Conservation Area, Hartwick State Forest, hiking, Honey Hill State Forest, Hooker Mountain State Forest, Lordsland Preserve, Maple Valley State Forest, Milford State Forest, Otsego County, Otsego Land Trust, Otsego Outdoors, Parslow Road Conservation Area, Plainfield State Forest, R. Milton Hick Memorial State Forest, Roseboom State Forest, South Hill State Forest, Susquehanna State Forest, Texas Schoolhouse State Forest, Wagner Farm State Forest

Hatchery Highlight: South Otselic Fish Hatchery

May 28, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

South Otselic Fish HatcheryThe South Otselic Fish Hatchery is located in South Otselic, about 15 miles west of Sherburne.in Chenango County, and raises walleye and brook trout. [Read more…] about Hatchery Highlight: South Otselic Fish Hatchery

Filed Under: Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: Cayuga Lake, Chenango County, DEC, fish, Fisheries, South Otselic Fish Hatchery, Trout, Wildlife

Zoar Valley Improvements Update

May 27, 2023 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Zoar Valley gorgeNew York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced ongoing work to improve public safety at Zoar Valley Multiple Use and Unique Areas in southern Erie and northern Cattaraugus counties and reminded visitors to prepare for outdoor adventures prior to visiting. Zoar Valley is one of Western New York’s most scenic and ecologically diverse natural areas. [Read more…] about Zoar Valley Improvements Update

Filed Under: Nature, Western NY Tagged With: Cattaraugus County, Cattaraugus Creek, DEC, Erie County, hiking, SUNY ESF, Zoar Valley

Lake Ontario Fisheries Public Meetings Planned

May 27, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

DEC LogoThe New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Bureau of Fisheries Chief, Lake Ontario Unit Leader, and respective regional fisheries managers will be on-hand at two upcoming public meetings hosted by DEC partners in Rochester and Mexico, Oswego County, NY. DEC experts will talk about the current state of the Lake Ontario sport fisheries and take questions on a wide array of management actions and research taking place on the lake and tributaries. [Read more…] about Lake Ontario Fisheries Public Meetings Planned

Filed Under: Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: DEC

History on Tap Craft Beer Festival June 2nd

May 26, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Stocking Hill Ales American Wheat AleThe Genesee Country Village & Museum (GCV&M) near Rochester will host a “History on Tap” festival on Friday, June 2nd. Visitors can sample craft beer, wine, hard cider, mead, and non-alcoholic beverages from local craft breweries and vendors, enjoy live music, tour a working 19th-century brewery, try GCV&M’s historical beers brewed by Rohrbach Brewing Co. referencing 19th-century recipes, play lawn games on the Village Square, and more. [Read more…] about History on Tap Craft Beer Festival June 2nd

Filed Under: Events, Food, History, Western NY Tagged With: Genesee Country Village & Museum

Multiple Upstate NY Wildfires Keep Rangers Busy

May 24, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Aftermath of the wildland fire in Blenheim in mid-May 2023 (provided by DEC)New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers were kept busy last week suppressing numerous wildfires around New York State as very dry conditions persisted and drove the Fire Danger to HIGH.   Fires were reported in at least five towns in four counties, including in Clinton, Sullivan, Schoharie, and Albany Counties. The fires burned about 50 acres total including a large 30-acre fire that burned ion the town of Black Brook, Clinton County, for two days.  At least two fires were caused by illegal debris burning despite the high danger for fire spread.

What follows is a report, prepared by DEC, of recent missions carried out by Forest Rangers. [Read more…] about Multiple Upstate NY Wildfires Keep Rangers Busy

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Capital-Saratoga, Hudson Valley - Catskills, Mohawk Valley, Nature, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: Albany County, Berne, Black Brook, Blenheim, Catskills, Forest Ranger Reports, Forestburgh, Neversink, Peekamoose Blue Hole, Schoharie County, Sullivan County, wildfires

Erie Canalway Photo Contest Call for Entries

May 23, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor has announced a call for entries for its 18th annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Images should convey people enjoying activities on the waterway and Canalway Trail or show the unique character of New York’s canals and canal communities. Winning photos will be featured in the 2024 Erie Canalway calendar. [Read more…] about Erie Canalway Photo Contest Call for Entries

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Arts, Capital-Saratoga, Mohawk Valley, Recreation, Western NY Tagged With: Erie Canalway Heritage Corridor, Photography

NYS Commission on African American History Meeting in Buffalo

May 23, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

NYS Commission on African American HistoryThe fourth public meeting of the New York State Commission on African American History will take place in Buffalo on June 12th to show support for the community in the wake of the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at Tops Friendly Market. According to an announcement of the meeting “the Commission’s mission has been to recognize and acknowledge the past and to generate ideas and action plans to fully acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African Americans and Black New Yorkers within our society. [Read more…] about NYS Commission on African American History Meeting in Buffalo

Filed Under: Events, History, Western NY Tagged With: Black History, Buffalo, Commission on African American History, Kathy Hochul, NYS Department of State

Fort Niagara Soldiers through the Ages

May 22, 2023 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Soldiers through the AgesOld Fort Niagara has announced its annual Soldiers through the Ages event has been set for Saturday, May 27th, and Sunday, May 28th. This two-day program highlights four centuries of military history through special exhibits and programs. [Read more…] about Fort Niagara Soldiers through the Ages

Filed Under: Events, History, Western NY Tagged With: Old Fort Niagara

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