Soak in the Last Days of Summer in the Sullivan Catskills! Dear Escapemakers - Summer may be winding down but the Sullivan Catskills is still hot! Here are FIVE great ways to experience farms, food and fun this August… 1. Farming with Kids - Saturdays August - October Children of all ages, toddlers to teens, can perform farm chores while having a great time and learning something new. Apple Pond Farm is an 80-acre organic farm and renewable energy education center offering farm stays and special programs like Farming with Kids which runs every Saturday through October. Chores start promptly at 10am, reservations not required. 2. Alpaca Farm Tours - Saturdays in August Rosehaven Alpacas opens its doors on 10am-12pm on Saturdays.Enjoy time with the alpacas, learn about them, and meet the crias (babies) of Summer. Pack your camera! 3.Cooking Classes - August 11, 15, 18 Put on your apron and get into the kitchen at Henning's Local. Learn how to preserve the harvest with lacto-fermentation on August 11, uncover the science of pie with a crust intensive on August 15 and try your hand at cheesemaking on August 18. These hands-on classes are sure to be fun! 4. Bagel Festival - August 12 From 9am-4pm, Broadway Monticello turns into "Bagel Boulevard!" Listen to live music, let the kids jump around in the inflatables, shop a variety of vendors, check out the classic cars, feast on bagels and more. 5. Grahamsville's Little World Fair - August 17-19 Mark your calendar for the longest running independent fair in New York! Enjoy three days of old-fashioned family fun at the 139th annual Grahamsville Little World Fair featuring agricultural and livestock exhibits and contests, daily entertainment, rides for all ages, an array of great food, games, vendors, and a whole lot more. Admission
Soak in the Last Days of Summer in the Sullivan Catskills! Dear Escapemakers – Summer may be winding down but the Sullivan Catskills is still hot! Here are FIVE great ways to experience farms, food and fun this August… 1. Farming with Kids – Saturdays August – October Children of all ages, toddlers to teens, can perform farm chores while having a great time and learning something new. Apple Pond Farm is an 80-acre organic
Dear EscapeMakers -- Beat the heat and make a splash! Your summer adventure awaits just a short trip from New York City in the Central New York Vacation Region. Skip the long rides to the ocean, hop in the car and let your journey begin -- and don't forget to pack your swim suit! Plan your perfect outdoor adventure, complete with stand up paddle boarding, a scenic hike to one of CNY’s gorgeous waterfalls or a leisurely bike ride along the Erie Canal. If you’re feeling adventurous, trade in the hotel reservations for a tent under the stars. Something bubbly has been brewing in Central New York. If you haven't made the trek to CNY yet, this summer is the perfect time to plan your "brew-cation" to Brew Central. With breweries, wineries, cideries and distilleries in every county, exploring the flavors of Central New York has never been easier (or tastier). Take your pick of local fresh fruits and veggies straight off the tree, bush or vine. As you travel along the backroads, you may spot a local farmstand or u-pick. Be sure to stop for something sweet or savory as you make your way through Central New York. FOLLOW CENTRAL NEW YORK ON: Upcoming Events: August 3-5th Spiedie Fest and Balloon RallyEnjoy an entire weekend filled with hot-air balloon rides, arts, crafts, antique cars, live music and a Binghamton local delicacy: "Spiedies!" August 4th Utica Zoo Brew Fest Join in on Saturday, August 4th for the 20th annual Brewfest fundraiser. August 13th-19th Dick's Sporting Goods Open Golf Tournament This is a champion tour event that attracts fan favorite golf professionals from all over the country to Binghamton. Spend a day or two attending the games or play a round of golf yourself. August 17th 5pm-9pm Montgomery County Craft Beer Festival This is Montgomery County's
Dear EscapeMakers — Beat the heat and make a splash! Your summer adventure awaits just a short trip from New York City in the Central New York Vacation Region. Skip the long rides to the ocean, hop in the car and let your journey begin — and don’t forget to pack your swim suit! Plan your perfect outdoor adventure, complete with stand up paddle boarding, a scenic hike to one of CNY’s gorgeous waterfalls or