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Explore 11 of the Best Ski Slopes & Resorts in Upstate NY
Region: All Regions
From Big Chuck of CNYnews.com Comes an Article titled 'The Mountains are Calling You to These 11 Great NY Ski Slopes' ..
What to Do and Where to Stay on your Adirondack Vacation
Region: The Adirondacks
Find your Magical Winter Adventure in the Adirondacks including Ski Resorts and the Best Restaurants at Wanderingwagars.com
Space.com helps you identify Stars in the Evening Sky
Region: All Regions
Ever wonder what stars and planets are in the night sky? Stars.com helps you identify the brightest ones along with planets & constellations.
Mike Lynch has Five Articles to get you in the Skiing Spirit
Region: The Adirondacks
According to adirondackexplorer.org, one of the best things about skiing in the backcountry is that you often have the trails to yourself.
Jessica Kelly takes you right up to Niagara Falls in Winter
Region: Niagara-Western NY
Jessica Kelly of businessinsider.com shows you an easy way to access the Cave of the Winds for an up close view of the Falls during Winter.
Find 16 of the Best Weekend Getaways this Winter
Region: All Regions
WellandGood.com and Francesca Krempa outline 16 of the best Weekend Getaways you can take this Winter (image - Getty images/Wmaster890)
Approval of the Lake Ontario Marine Sanctuary Continues
Region: Thousand Islands
The Nation's 16th. Marine Sanctuary - the 1,700 sq. mile Eastern Lake Ontario Marine Sanctuary - may become a reality in late 2022 ..
See what Corning and the Finger Lakes Has to Offer
Region: The Finger Lakes
Pittsburg Quarterly & Barbara Eichelaub find the perfect escape in the City of Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes Region.
It's Never too Early to Plan for an Upstate Ski Adventure
Region: All Regions
Wanderingwagars.com reports on the Top 10 (out of a total of 43) Upstate Ski Resorts that are ideal for your next Family Skiing Vacation.
This Mountain May Just Be New York's Best-kept Ski Secret
Region: The Adirondacks
Allison Fox of Travelandleisure.com describes the three main peaks: Little Whiteface, Big Whiteface, and Lookout Mountain. (Ezera Shaw, Getty images)
Discover Wineries & Hotels on the Hudson Valley Wine Trail
Region: Hudson Valley
Winetraveler.com presents top Wineries & Hotels interspersed between the rolling farmlands and impressive mountains of the Hudson Valley.
A Skier's Gulde to the Catskills and Hudson Valley
Region: The Catskills
Rebecca Firkser of Redcottageinc.com says "Nothing says 'Winter' quite like a weekend near a mountain, especially in Upstate NY ..
Read about the 10 Best Vacation Spots in Upstate this Winter
Region: All Regions
If you are ready for a fantastic Winter Vacation, here are the top 10 Places to Visit in Upstate New York this year, per annsentitledlife.com
A Beginner’s guide to Picking Skis for the Woods
Region: The Adirondacks
Mike Lynch at adirondackexplrer.org explains that picking the right skis for a backcountry outing is essential before heading out into the woods.
Vacation like a Rockefeller in the Adirondacks
Region: The Adirondacks
Afar.com Magazine takes you to Former Vacation Homes of the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers that are now Open to the Public.
The Chautauqua Region offers Laughter & Amazing Variety
Region: Chautauqua-Allegany
You'll find LOTS of Things to Do in Winter including Nature walks, the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, and of course, excellent Winter Sports -
Skiing is Topnotch at NY's Gore Mountain
Region: The Adirondacks
Karen Rubin at theislandnow.com recounts a detailed blog about the pleasures of Skiing at Gore Mountain during the Covid Season.
Here are the 28 Best Things to See & Do in Rochester
Region: The Finger Lakes
With many options for what to See & Do in the beautiful city of Rochester, The Busy Tourist has found something for everyone.
How To Plan An Awesome Ski Trip With the Kids
Region: The Adirondacks
The wanderingwagars.com helps to make your skiing vacation with the kids a success, including activities, food, places to travel, and more ..
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Region: All Regions
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Tackle McCauly Mountain - and Conquer the Summit
The Adirondacks
Ski the summit at McCauley Mountain Ski Resort at an altitude of 2,200 feet, and WOW to the 633-foot vertical drop along with 21 exciting ski trails ..
From Beginner to Expert - Check Out Bristol Mountain
The Finger Lakes
Just 33 miles from the bustling city of Rochester is one of New York State's premier ski resorts, Bristol Mountain Ski Resort.
Journey to the Underground Wonders at Howe Caverns
Central New York
Howe Caverns is the largest show cave in the Northeast U.S. and stays a pleasant 55 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
Enjoy an American first along the Cayuga Wine Trail
The Finger Lakes
Established in 1983, the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail is America’s longest running wine trail in the country.
Greek Peak is the Perfect Winter Getaway
Central New York
Greek Peak Ski Resort operates 54 sporting trails, six aerial lifts, two surface lifts, a beginners' slope, and indoor attractions as well.
Ski Labrador Mountain only 30 minutes from Syracuse !
The Finger Lakes
Just 30 minutes south of Syracuse, Labrador Mountain is a family ski destination with more than 20 trails for beginner, intermediate to expert skiers.
Find a Prehistoric Mastodon at The New York State Museum
Capital-Saratoga
Albany's New York State Museum is a Fun Place to Visit and a Major Center for art, science, human and natural history.
Enjoy Snowboarding, Skiing, and Tubing at Oak Mountain
The Adirondacks
Just an hour west of Utica, Oak Mountain offers Fun for the Entire Family including downhill Skiing, snowboarding, tubing and snowshoeing.
Make a Splash at Six Flags Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor
The Adirondacks
Six Flags Amusement & Theme Park features more than 135 rides and attractions, including an indoor water park.
Follow the Horses at Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua-Allegany
Listen to the sleigh bells and soft plod of the beautiful draft horses as you enjoy a sleigh ride through Chautauqua Institution’s historic grounds.
Ski Whiteface Mountain - the Undisputed Best in Lake Placid
The Adirondacks
Boasting the greatest vertical drop of any ski resort in the eastern U.S., Whiteface Mountain in Lake Placid is one of the undisputed winter sports capitals of the world.
It's Hands-on at the Corning Museum of Glass
The Finger Lakes
Head to Ithaca and see a live demonstration of glass blowing at the Corning Museum of Glass.
Adirondack Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides at Paul Smith College
The Adirondacks
Enjoy a magical and memorable winter sleigh ride on Paul Smith’s College VIC trails.
See the "Grand Canyon of the East" at Letchworth State Park
The Finger Lakes
Renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” Letchworth State Park is one of the most magnificent and scenic places in the eastern U.S. any time of the year ..
For a FUN time, visit the Rivers Casino in Schenectady
Capital-Saratoga
The Rivers casino features up to 1,150 slot machines, gaming tables, exciting entertainment and restaurants.
Visit the Seneca Wine Trail throughout Fall & Winter
The Finger Lakes
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail has daily tastings and tours and trail-wide events featuring food pairings and seasonal themes.
Ride Horses at the 150 acre Pine Ridge Dude Ranch
Hudson Valley
Pine Ridge Dude Ranch offers beautiful riding trails with more than 50 horses of different breeds to choose from.
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