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Farm Sanctuary operates a 175-acre animal shelter in WatkinsGlen that provides a home for hundreds of rescued pigs,

turkeys, goats, cows, and other farm animals. Farm Sanctuaryworks to end cruelty to farm animals and promotes

compassionate living through rescue, education and advocacy.

PO Box 150 · Watkins Glen, NY 14891 · Phone 607·583·2225www.farmsanctuary.org

Parks and Scenic Attractions

Buttermilk Falls State Park – S.R. 13, two miles south of Ithaca. 607-273-5761. Beautiful falls and gorge trail. Offers cabins, camping sites, picnic area, and swimming.

Clute Park – 4th Street, one mile east of downtown Watkins Glen. 607-535-4438. Scenic park on Seneca Lake in Watkins Glen offers picnicking, barbeques, camping, swimming, volleyball nets, skate park, and playground.

Cornell Plantations – 124 Comstock Drive, Ithaca. 607-255-2400. An area of great natural beauty and serenity. When you visit, make your first stop the Nevin Welcome Center, an award-winning “green” building.

Finger Lakes National Forest – Lies on a ridge called the backbone between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes in the Finger Lakes region. New York State’s only national forest with over 30 miles of interconnecting trails that traverse gorges, ravines, pastures, and woodlands. For maps and information, visit the Hector Ranger Station of the Finger Lakes National Forest. 5219 State Rt. 414, Hector. 607-546-4470.

Havana Glen – One mile south of Montour Falls on Havana Glen Road off S.R. 14 (three miles south of Watkins Glen). 607-535-9476. Large picnic area with playground and a short hike to Eagle Cliff Falls in park. Also look for Deckertown Falls a half mile to the north.

Letchworth State Park – (1 hour 15 minute drive from Farm Sanctuary) 1 Letchworth State Park Castile, NY. Renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” Letchworth is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern US.

Robert H. Treman State Park – S.R. 327, five miles south of Ithaca off S.R. 13. 607-273-3440. Spectacular gorge trail features 12 waterfalls, including 115-foot Lucifer Falls. Nine miles of hiking trails. Offers camping, RV spaces, cabins, swimming, and picnic area.

Sapsucker Woods, Cornell Lab of Ornithology – 159 Sapsucker Woods Rd., Ithaca. 1-800-843-2473. A 230 acre sanctuary that emcompasses forests, ponds, ferny swamps, and abundant wildlife. Stop in the Visitor Center for tips on where to go and to borrow a pair of binoculars; join a guided bird walk; or download a trail map and explore on your own.

She-Qua-Ga Falls – Picturesque 165-foot falls on West Main Street in downtown Montour Falls (just two miles south of Watkins Glen). Also look for Aunt Sarah’s Falls along S.R. 14 on the way.

Sugar Hill Fire Tower Park – Tower Hill Road, just 1 mile east of Farm Sanctuary. Hike or drive to this historic fire tower that still remains standing and accessible to the public. Camp, picnic or climb the tower for a breathtaking view.

Sugar Hill Recreation Area – 607-776-2165. Twelve thousand acres of beautiful state forest surround Farm Sanctuary, with rustic camping, picnic areas and miles of hiking trails.

Taughannock Falls State Park – On S.R. 89, eight miles north of Ithaca. From Watkins, take S.R. 79 to S.R. 227 into Trumansburg. Turn right onto S.R. 96 then follow signs. 607-387-6739. The 215-foot falls is one of the tallest in the eastern U.S. Offers camping, cabins and hiking.

Watkins Glen State Park – South Franklin Street near 10th Street in downtown Watkins Glen. 607-535-4511. Famous gorge featuring 19 waterfalls on a two-mile hike; $6 to park or free on city streets. Camping and picnic area and an outdoor Olympic size swimming pool.

Movie Theaters

Glen Theater – 112 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-4302. Featuring one vintage 1920s theater and one modern theater with stadium seating.

Cinemapolis – On the Commons in Ithaca. 607-277-6115. Independent theater.

Regal Cinemas Ithaca Mall – 40 Catherwood Rd., Ithaca. 607-266-7960. Featuring 14 theaters with stadium seating.

Corning Palace Theatre – 17 West Market St, Corning. 607-654-7393.

Elmira Drive in Theater – 2431 State Rt 352, Elmira. 607-734-8599.

Other Activities and Events

Watkins Glen Visitor Center – 100 N. Franklin St. 607-535-4300. The visitor center offers brochures and information on hundreds of area attractions and events as well as maps and internet access. Mon through Sat 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ithaca Times – Pick up a copy of the Ithaca Times or visit www.ithaca.com for a list of local events and activities. You can find a copy of the Ithaca Times at The Ithaca Commons, gas stations, or just about anywhere in downtown Ithaca.

U-Pick and Farmers Markets

Glenhaven Farm Winery – 6121 Sirrine Rd., Trumansburg. 607-387-9031. Blueberries.

Reisinger’s Apple Country – 2750 Apple Lane, Dix. 607-535-7493. Apples.

Watkins Glen Farmers Market – Lafayette Park on 4th Street. Late May through late October. Shop for fresh, local produce every Friday 3-7 p.m.

Corning Farmer’s Market – Corning’s Gaffer District, June 8-October 26 from 10am-3pm

Ithaca Farmers Market – Take S.R. 13 north from Ithaca, approximately one mile then turn left on 3rd Street, follow to end. Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m.150 vendors offer local produce, crafts, vegan meals, and much more!

Serendipity Farms – 3455 Chubb Hollow Rd., Pen Yan. (607)-368-7151. Certified Organic blueberries.

Museums

Corning Museum of Glass – 1 Museum Way, Corning. 800-732-6845. Explore and interact; glassblowing demonstrations and make your own glass souvenir. Children 17 and under are free.

Glenn H. Curtiss Museum – 8419 State Rte. 54, Hammondsport. 607-569-2160.Glenn H. Curtis was an aviation pioneer; he piloted the first officially witness flight in North America and was born in the Finger Lakes. Features early aviation history, historic aircraft, autos, boats, motorcycles, bicycles and special events and exhibits.

Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art – 114 Central Ave., Ithaca (on Cornell University campus). 607-255-6464. One of the finest collections of art in New York state and recognized as one of the most important university museums in the country.

Museum of the Earth at the Paleontological Research Institution – 1259 Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca. 607-273-6623. Learn about the history of Earth and its life.

Rockwell Museum – 111 Cedar St. Corning. 607-937-5386. A museum of American art.

ScienceCenter – 601 1st St, Ithaca. 607-272-0600. A science museum with interactive exhibits and programs for children.

Women’s Rights National Historical Park – 136 Fall St., Seneca Falls. 315-568-0024. In 1848, the first Women’s Rights Convention was held in Seneca Falls, New York. Relive this history at the Women’s Rights Museum and tour the home of women’s rights pioneer Elizabeth Cady Stanton.

Shopping

Downtown Watkins Glen – Franklin Street features a variety of gift shops, from souvenirs and T-shirts to racing paraphernalia and antiques.

Ithaca Commons – S.R. 79 from Watkins Glen, continue on State Street one mile to Cayuga Street. This premier pedestrian mall is the emotional and commercial heart of Ithaca, featuring dining, art, shopping, play areas, and events.

The Shops at Ithaca Mall – 40 Catherwood Rd., Ithaca. 607-257-5337. Hundreds of shops, a food court, and cinema.

Hammondsport Shops on the Village Square – Shethar St.,, Hammondsport. Gift, antique, and specialty shops nestled at the southern tip of Keuka Lake.

Arnot Mall – 3300 Chambers Rd., Horseheads. 607-739-8704. Over 100 stores, food courts, and restaurants. 10 theaters.

Finger Lakes Wine and Beer

Seneca Lake Wine Trail – From Watkins Glen take S.R. 14 north for west side wineries, or S.R. 414 north for east side wineries. Call 877-536-2717 for more information or ask for a wine trail brochure and map in the Farm Sanctuary gift shop. Each side of Seneca Lake has more than a dozen wineries with tasting rooms and gift shops.

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail – More than a dozen wineries surround Cayuga Lake in Ithaca; most are on the east side of Cayuga Lake along S.R. 89. For information on the Cayuga Lake wine trail, call 800-684-5217 or ask for a wine trail brochure and map in the Farm Sanctuary gift shop.

Keuka Lake Wine Trail – Several wineries surrounding Keuka Lake. For information on the Keuka Lake wine trail, call 800-440-4898 or ask for a wine trail brochure and map in the Farm Sanctuary gift shop.

Finger Lakes Beer Trail – Home to over 100 craft breweries in the Finger Lakes and surrounding regions.

Nightlife

Harvest Cafe – 224 W. Main St., Montour Falls. 607-535-8986. Restaurant with many vegan options and live music on select nights..

Tiki Bar – 3425 Salt Point Rd., Watkins Glen. 607-535-4159. Outdoor bar on Seneca Lake. Open everyday Memorial Day through Labor Day. DJ and dancing Friday nights, live music on Saturday nights.

Wagner’s Winery – 9322 S.R. 414 in Lodi. 866-924-6378. Award-winning winery featuring a variety of live bands (jazz, classic rock, swing, big band, country, 50s and 60s) and dancing on the brew deck every Friday night 8-11 p.m. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Rooster Fish Brewing Company – 301 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-9797. Full bar featuring a variety of home-brewed ales, live music on Friday and Saturday nights, and vegan dining options.

Recreation

Captain Bill’s Seneca Lake Cruises – 3 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-4541. Visit their gift shop and take a tour of Seneca Lake aboard the Seneca Legacy. Provide 24 hours advance notice if requesting a vegan meal on dining vessel. Open daily 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Anchor Inn & Marina – 3425 Salt Point Rd., Watkins Glen. 607-535-4159. Offers a variety of boat rentals, jet skis, paddleboats and tubing.

Johnny’s Bowling Lanes – 100 N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-7428.

Schooner Excursions, Inc. – Located on the Seneca Harbor Park Pier, 1 N. Franklin St. 607-535-5253. Offers public sails up to four times each day.

Watkins Glen Golf Course – 3401 S.R. 14. 607-535-2340. Nine-hole, par 36 course with semi-fast, dog-leg fairways.

Watkins Glen International Speedway – 2790 C.R. 16. 866-461-RACE. One of the nation’s premier raceways. Call for events schedule.

Watkins Glen State Park Swimming Pool – Take Old Corning Street (directly across the river from park entrance) then turn right on Walnut Road. $7 parking. 607-535-4511. Cool off in this Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool.

Glen Mountain Market – 200 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-6900. Coffee and sandwich shop with vegan options and free WiFi. Open seven days a week 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dunkin’ Donuts – 311 Franklin St., Watkins Glen. 607-535-7542. Open 24/7 with free Wi-Fi.

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