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May-4 to May-25
Cazenovia Farmers Market
Cazenovia, NY

May-4 to May-25
Hamilton Farmers Market
Hamilton, NY

May-25 to May-25
Buffalo Farm Tours
Chittenango, NY

May-26 to May-26
Sesquicentennial of Greene Smith's Ornithon
Peterboro, NY

May-29 to May-29
Cazenovia Trails: Historic and Healthy
Cazenovia, NY

May-31 to Jun-2
Oz-stravaganza
Chittenango, NY

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Things To Do—Recreation

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Bouckville 13310
Good Time Bus Tours

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6852 Indian Opening Road
Bouckville, NY 13310
315-729-8323
www.goodtimebustours.com
info@goodtimebustours.com

Good Time Bus Tours offers unique, customized bus tours to places, within a day’s trip, that are fun, entertaining and educational and package them in a "daycation" program in which the public can relax and enjoy excursions with a knowledgeable guide and experienced coach driver.

Canastota 13032
Great Swamp Conservancy

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8375 North Main St.
Canastota, NY 13032
315-697-2950
www.greatswampconservancy.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

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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

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Nichols Pond Road
Canastota, NY 13032
315-366-2376
http://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/planning/parks

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

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6919 Oxbow Road
Canastota, NY 13032
315-366-2376
http://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/planning/parks

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

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Hickory and Main St.
Canastota, NY 13032
315-697-8510
http://www.zemsicecream.com/index.htm
info@zemsicecream.com

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
Caz Limo and Tours

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Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-849-1007
www.cazlimo.com

Caz Limo & Tours, home grown from Erieville NY is now Central New York’s largest motor coach, limousine and corporate car provider. The business provides travel services for the collegiate, business and social markets in a vast array of vehicle types including buses, limo buses, limousines, corporate vehicles. Caz Limo & Tours is Military, US Federal and NYState Dot certified.

Caz Sports Bowl

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Town & Country Plaza
3 Carriage Lane
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-655-3000
www.cazsportsbowl.com
Chittenango Falls State Park

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Route 13
Cazenovia, NY 13035
315-655-9620
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/130/details.aspx

This 194-acre park has 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

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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

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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

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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.

The Wild Animal Park

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7261 Lakeport Rd.
Chittenango, NY 13037
315-727-5587
www.thewildpark.com
thewildpark@gmail.com

The Wild Animal Park is open weekends, Memorial Day through the end of October. Visit and enjoy tigers, bears, a red kangaroo, a zebra, and more. The park features live animal shows, a petting zoo, bounce houses and food. Book your birthday or family parties year round. The Wild Animal Park is fun for the entire family.

Cleveland 13042
Anglers’ Bay Cottages

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812 Route 49
Cleveland, NY 13042
315-675-3662
www.fishoneida.com
fishoneida@gmail.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; seasonal and short term camping spaces, a boat launch, docks, bait/tackle shop, gasoline, electric at docks, boat rentals, ice and firewood.

Earlville 13332
Talons! A Bird of Prey Experience

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1091 Earlville Road
Earlville, NY 13332
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.

Fabius 13063
Toggenburg

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1135 Toggenburg Rd.
Fabius, NY 13063
315-683-5842
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

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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.

Georgetown 13072
Rasmussen Snowmobile Rentals

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4371 S. Lebanon Road
Georgetown, NY 13072
315-837-4257
Fax: 315-837-4141
www.snowmobilerentalsny.com
info@snowmobilerentalsny.com

Family and friends can share a memorable winter experience with a snowmobile excursion in beautiful Madison County. Give the perfect birthday, Christmas or Valentine’s Day gift to any adventurous soul in your life. Ride the scenic trail system on your own or with a tour guide to ensure peace of mind and the greatest experience. On site lodging is available. Enjoy winter Experience beautiful Central New York and treasure the memory. Call today to reserve your snowmobile.

Hamilton 13346
Ho Tung Visualization Lab at Colgate University

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13 Oak Dr,
Hamilton, NY 13346
315-228-6125
http://www.colgate.edu/about/facilities-at-colgate
vislab@colgate.edu

The state-of-the-art 55-seat digital theater has the ability to display the sky showing planets, constellations, and other astronomical objects as well as immerse the audience in a full-dome experience like no other. Students look up at the earth and constellations. Students look up at the earth and constellations. The digital projector allows for 3D animations and shows made for an immersive dome environment. The visualization lab is on the fourth floor of the Ho Science Center (at the top of the main staircase) in Room 401, which is handicapped accessible.

Madison 13402
Madison Wind Power Project

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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
Madison County Eco-Tourism Trails

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Madison County, NY

http://tinyurl.com/d2k6fjc

This map highlights the current innovative sustainability projects located in Madison County and is meant to be used as a guide to learn more about each of these initiatives. Tour information is also listed in the guide.

The Ridges of Madison County

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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

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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.

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6255 Haslauer Road
Munnsville, NY 13409
315-761-8201
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.

Royalty Ballooning

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5935 Middle Rd.
Munnsville, NY 13409
315-225-2776
cinderellaz28@verizon.net

Providing majestic flights high above the Stockbridge Valley and surrounding area. A perfect way to celebrate anything. Come fly with the princess.

Oneida 13421
Mount Hope Reservoir

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1222 Mount Hope Ave.
Oneida, NY 13421

http://www.oneidacity.com/Departments/Recreation/p

Mt. Hope features; 65 acres of land for fishing, hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, and camping. Mt. Hope was home to Oneida’s first swimming hole back in the 1940’s and 1950’s.

Vernon 13476
Vernon Downs

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4229 Stuhlman Road
Vernon, NY 13476
315-829-3400
www.vernondowns.com

For Family Time: Invigorate and delight in the fun of our indoor heated pool and whirlpool, and arcade and game area. Children’s activities on the Track include Kid Zone, an indoor play section, and everyone’s favorite "Bounce Houses."

Verona 13478
At Waters Edge Kayaks

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5807 E. Main St.
Verona, NY 13478
315-762-2728
http://www.atwatersedgekayaks.com
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.

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