| Canastota 13032 |
Great Swamp Conservancy See Map |
8375 North Main St.
Canastota, NY 13032
315-697-2950 www.gscincny.org gscincny@centralny.twcbc.com Frogs and feathers, trees and flowers, can be found at nature\’s best by walking the bluebird trails at the Great Swamp Conservancy. An outdoor enthusiast\’s delight is a stroll on the unique 900 foot boardwalk though a flooded forest. Bring your binoculars and visit the Anne Pickard Overlook. This is a 60 acre restored wetland, which is a major resting stop for thousands of migratory birds each spring and fall. 185 species have been identified in the surrounding area. Trails and overlook are open from dawn to dusk. Picnic tables are available. Come enjoy the peace and beauty. |
Link Trail/North Country National Scenic Trail See Map |
1 Mount Pleasant Road
Canastota, NY 13032
www.cnyncta.org AFLarmann@msn.com A hiking trail linking natural, cultural, and historic resources in Central New York, provides a connection between the Finger Lakes Trail and the Old Erie Canal Park in Canastota, only a few segments are still under construction. Attractions include Muller Hill State Forest, The Tioughnioga Wildlife Management Area, the Nelson Swamp Unique Area, the Stone Quarry Hill Art Park. The trail includes connections with the local Cazenovia Preservation Foundation Trail System and a major segment south of Canastota. |
Nichols Pond County Park See Map |
Nichols Pond Road
Canastota, NY 13032
315-366-2376 Set on the historic site of an Oneida Indian Village and recognized as the site of the 1615 Champlain-Oneida Battleground. There are 45 acres with nature trails for hiking and winter activities, an observation deck overlooking a wetland habitat, interpretive signs, pavilions and a picnic site with grills. The park is a great location to observe the Fenner Wind Power Project. |
Oxbow Falls County Park See Map |
Oxbow Road
Canastota, NY 13032
315-366-2376 This county park is set on 125 acres of woodland, streams, and rugged terrain with a beautiful 100 foot waterfall. Located on the northern edge of the Helderberg Escarpment, it offers panoramic views stretching across Oneida Lake to Lake Ontario. Enjoy the ball field, hiking trails and New York State’s only 18 hole disc golf course. |
Zems Ice Cream See Map |
Hickory and Main St.
Canastota, NY 13032
315-697-8510 Mini Golf Course serving hard and soft custard ice cream. There is a game room and a 19 hole miniature golf course. Look for the nine foot giraffe and the red caboose. We offer a shaded picnic area and cool family fun. |
| Cazenovia 13035 |
Amore Mini Donkeys See Map |
2565 Fenner Road
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-655-3990 315-655-2206 www.amoredonkeys.com amorminidonkeys@aol.com Amore Mini Donkey Farm is the perfect place to visit and get acquainted with miniature donkeys. We have all colors, spots too! Our donkeys get daily hands on loving and are extremely friendly. Great for children! Give us a call and come visit! We guarantee love at first sight. Babies will be arriving soon and we are sure we can find the perfect little donkey for you. Deposit will hold till weaning. Payment plans available. |
Chittenango Falls State Park See Map |
Route 13
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-655-9620 http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/130/details.aspx This 194-acre park has campsites, picnic areas, fishing, and hiking trails. The main feature of the park is a 167 foot waterfall formed 10,000 years ago. A trail winds from the top of the falls down to the bottom. |
Fenner Renewable Energy Education Center See Map |
5520 Bellinger Rd.
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-440-7601 http://www.thefreecenter.org/ The Fenner Renewable Energy Education Center, Inc. (FREE Center) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing education on renewable energy sources and technologies. Started as a grass-roots organization to share information about the Fenner Wind Farm, the FREE Center draws thousands of people to tour the wind farm each year, and continues to offer educational opportunities for municipalities, school districts, organizations, and individuals on the benefits of using renewable energy technologies including wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and others. |
Link Trail/North Country National Scenic Trail See Map |
25 William Street
Cazenovia, NY 13035
www.cnyncta.org AFLarmann@msn.com A hiking trail linking natural, cultural, and historic resources in Central New York, provides a connection between the Finger Lakes Trail and the Old Erie Canal Park in Canastota, only a few segments are still under construction. Attractions include Muller Hill State Forest, The Tioughnioga Wildlife Management Area, the Nelson Swamp Unique Area, the Stone Quarry Hill Art Park. The trail includes connections with the local Cazenovia Preservation Foundation Trail System and a major segment south of Canastota. |
| Chittenango 13037 |
Ozstravaganza See Map |
Village of Chittenango
Chittenango, NY 13037
315-687-6250 www.chittenango.org L. Frank Baum, author of the "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" was born in Chittenango May 15, 1856. His family owned a barrel factory in Chittenango. In addition to his many "Oz" books Baum also wrote other children’s stories and he wrote under other names as well as L.Frank Baum. His most famous book the "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" was made into the 1939 MGM classic film the "Wizard of Oz". Baums’s books and the "Wizard of Oz" movie are timeless and can be enjoyed by young and old alike.
Chittenango, the birthplace of "Oz", takes great pride in honoring our native son, L.Frank Baum and in celebrating the classic film the "Wizard of Oz", as well as "all things Oz". Join us for our annual festival the first weekend of June. |
| Cleveland 13042 |
Anglers’ Bay Cottages See Map |
812 Route 49
Cleveland, NY 13042
315-675-3662 www.fishoneida.com aprteach@yahoo.com We offer a relaxing setting for the perfect family vacation or an exciting fishing trip! One & two bedroom cottages with fully equipped kitchens, color cable TV, AC, decks, Picnic tables with umbrellas, and fire boxes. Also available is a boat launch, docks, bait/tackle shop, gasoline, electric at docks, boat rentals, ice and firewood. |
| Fabius 13063 |
Toggenburg See Map |
1135 Toggenburg Rd.
Fabius, NY 13063
315-68-5842 Fax: 315-683-5543 www.skitog.com skitog@earthlink.net Toggenburg is family owned and operated, located on Toggenburg Rd. off NY Route 80 one mile east of Fabius and only 15 minutes from Cazenovia. We have 22 trails, including 2 Terrain Parks, serviced by 4 lifts. Our main Lodge has a cafeteria and a full service restaurant offering daily lunch and dinner specials. Our state of the art rental shop has skis and snowboards for all ages. |
| Fayetteville 13066 |
Four Seasons Golf & Ski Center See Map |
8012 E. Genesee St.
Fayetteville, NY 13066
315-637-9023 Fax: 315-637-8178 www.fourseasonsgolfandski.com john@fourseasonsgolfandski.com Year round family fun center. We have a Golf practice range featuring 7 covered tees, Batting and Soccer Cages, and an 18 hole Mini-Golf Course. Winter brings snow tubing, skiing and snowboarding with snow making. Also a new conveyor for beginners at the Tubing Park. Our double chair lifts you to the top of our hill with 6 trails, Beginner thru Advanced. Lessons and rentals available! with snowshoes and cross country skis. Parties available year round. |
| Hamilton 13346 |
Talons! A Bird of Prey Experience See Map |
2798 Johnny Cake Hill Rd.
Hamilton, NY 13346
315-415-1686 www.talonsbirdsofprey.com talonshawks@aol.com Talons! A Bird of Prey Experience offers visitors to our area the most unforgettable experience they will ever have to fly with trained birds of prey. Talons! is an interactive, educational and absolutely unforgettable journey into the world of raptors, and falconry the sport of kings! Talons! is open to the public by appointment Wednesday through Sunday during the spring, summer and fall. If the weather is nice call us in the winter too. |
| Madison 13402 |
Madison Wind Power Project See Map |
Stone Rd.
Madison, NY 13402
315-893-7970 800-684-7320 Madison is the site for seven windmills that create clean and green energy. The windmills are 1.65 megawatts which are the largest in the US. Group tours are available by appointment. |
| Madison County |
The Ridges of Madison County See Map |
Madison County, NY
800-684-7320 www.madisontourism.com/biketour.pdf Ten tours of Madison County from easy to hard meant to be taken in by bicycle. Try them all or stick to your favorite. |
| Morrisville 13408 |
Morrisville State College Ice Plex See Map |
105 Madison Rd.
PO Box 901
Morrisville, NY 13408
315-684-6104 iceplex.morrisville.edu The Morrisville State College IcePlex is a twin-rink facility which serves Morrisville State College and the surrounding community. More than 12,000 people per year visit the IcePlex for public skate, youth and high school hockey games and tournaments, speed and figure skating club activities and learn to skate programs. In addition to ice rinks, the IcePlex features a snack bar, game room party room and pro shop. |
| Munnsville 13409 |
Airborne Adventures Ballooning, Inc. See Map |
6255 Haslauer Road
Munnsville, NY 13409
315-495-6544 www.flyairborne.com dwight.cramer@yahoo.com Providing hot air balloon flights for up to 5 passengers at a time, morning or evening, weather permitting. Also offering: tethered balloon rides, balloon walks, aerial advertising, school demonstrations and speaking engagements. |
Madison County Gravity Fest See Map |
3452 East Hill Rd.
P. O. Box 187
Munnsville, NY 13409
www.madisoncountygravityfest.com contact@madisoncountygravityfest.com This annual event held in the village of Munnsville features athletes speeding down a hay lined street filled with challenging curves and vertical drops! Competitors from around the world compete in Pro and Amateur classes riding Streetluge, Buttboard, Dirt surfer, Speedboard and Gravity Bike. A full weekend of thrills and unbelievable racing. meet and greet the racers autograph signing. Don’t miss this family fun event held rain or shine. |
| Oneida 13421 |
Wild Child Family Play & Party Space, LLC See Map |
703 Stone Street
Oneida, NY 13421
315-363-9453 www.wildchildfamily.com pam@wildchildfamily.com Wild Child is a fun, safe & clean, jungle-themed indoor playground for children 0-12. Services offered include open play times, birthday parties, child care & special events, plus a small shop of specialty children\’s toys & gifts. Play features include, 15\’ high tube playground, a rock wall, toddler area & more! Open to the public. Memberships available. |
| Verona 13478 |
At Waters Edge Kayaks See Map |
5807 E. Main St.
Verona, NY 13478
315-762-2728 rhall@twcny.rr.com Kayak rentals and day trips available. Choose from short day trips to longer day trips that are individualized for your group. Kayaks available in single or tandem as well as anglers for the fishing enthusiast. Signed release forms required. |