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There are three Vacation Rental Cottages that have the amenities of home. The units are outfitted with a bathroom with toilet and shower, a kitchen with hot and cold running water, refrigerator, stove, microwave, cooking and eating utensils, enclosed/screened-in back porch facing the water, a picnic table and fire ring. Press blue button for photos, and more about Lake Taghkanic State Park.

Things To Do
Beach
Biking
Boat Launch sites
Boat Rentals
Cabins & Campsites
Fishing
Food
Hiking
Hunting
Pavilions
Picnic Tables
Playground & Playing Field(s)
Showers
Sledding, Snowmobiling & Snowshoeing
Tent/Trailer Sites
Vacation Rentals

Winter Activities
Cross-country Skiing
Ice Fishing
Ice Skating

Applefest began in 1989 as a simple harvest celebration to support the Warwick Valley Community Center. Named one of the “Top 100 Events” in the country, over 30,000 visitors now attend the one-day event, traveling from neighboring states to experience the extraordinary variety of Warwick’s apples, culture, and entertainment. The festival is produced by the Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Warwick Valley Community Center. Festival proceeds benefit these and other local non-profit organizations.

Things To Do and See at the Festival

Applefest Visitor's Guide
An updated Applefest Visitors’ Guide will be posted on the website before Applefest next fall, and will also be available for free at the festival.

This 32-page booklet contains schedules of Applefest events, transportation information, directories for craft/food vendors, wineries, u-pick apples, a user-friendly map of the festival area, ads for local businesses and more.

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• "One of the Top 4 Music Festivals in the U.S."
  Outside Magazine,


• "Clearwater is everything a Folk Festival should be; good music, good people and good fun.You'll find your community is bigger when you leave than when you came.",
  Ani DiFranco


• "Playing Clearwater was one of the most fulfilling experiences I've had in music. I feel lucky to have been invited.",
  Josh Ritter

About Clearwater

"Since the launch of the Clearwater, more than 430,000 young people and hundreds of thousands of adults have experienced their first real look at an estuary’s ecosystem—fish, invertebrates, water chemistry and ecological principals—aboard the sloop. Clearwater’s environmental education programs now serve more than 15,000 students annually, and the organization also educates over 200 teachers each year through SUNY New Paltz, Pace University and other institutions. Clearwater’s members have helped advocate for the Clean Water Act, the Hudson River Park Act and removal of PCB’s from the Hudson.

"The Clearwater has become America’s Environmental Flagship, and was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004 for its role in the environmental movement. Each summer, Clearwater re-connects Hudson Valley residents with their cultural heritage and traditions by bringing them down to the river for the Great Hudson River Revival, the country’s oldest music and environmental festival. The organization and its local sloop clubs also sponsor smaller local riverfront festivals throughout the year. Clearwater’s unique approach to public outreach has made the Clearwater a symbol of grassroots action through hands-on learning, music and celebration."

Press blue button for festival information, donations, and updated information about Clearwater's Great Hudson River Revival.

We also conduct annual specialty auctions including our antique bicycle auction, which is the largest of its kind and draws people to Columbia County from around the United States and abroad, and our annual textile auction.

A typical Americana sale will contain, but is not limited to the following types of merchandise:

18th and 19th century American and European furniture
Victorian furniture
Country Furniture (painted items are our specialty).
20th century custom mahogany furniture
Textiles including quilts, hook rugs, samplers, and Oriental rugs

Press blue button to learn more about Copake Auction and our antiques.

Golf Club Attractions
Practice facilities
Course Rating: White Tees 70.3 Slope 131
“1 of 10 hidden gems within two hours from New York City” by NY Post

Golf Course Attractions
Golf only facility
9-hole Executive course
1586 yards / par 32
Course rating / slope = 58 / 90
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Carts - motorized
Carts - pull carts
Pro shop

The small building that now houses the Copake Iron Works Museum, was formerly the Copake Iron Works machine shop. Copake Iron Works was established in 1845 and ceased operation in the 1920's. It was acquired by Taconic State Park in 1928.

Copake Iron Works Museum - established in 1845, iron remained active until 1903. The charcoal blast furnace, blowing engine house, machine shop, office and powder storage building still remain and are open to the public.

Hours of Operation
The museum is only open for monthly events (usually the 3rd Tuesday of the month, September-May) and during the Summer Exhibit (July -October, Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4pm), the Museum is also open by appointment.

The extensive campground at Copake Falls has sites to accommodate campers seeking a more rustic experience, as well as those seeking a more "home like" experience. The cabin areas vary in number of cabins, location and size. The "Ironworkers" cabins are equipped with private showers and flush toilets; campers in the "Bash Bish" cabins utilize a centrally located shower facility with flush toilets. Some cabins in the Greenwich Cabin Area are wheelchair accessible and offer extra amenities such as a microwave, sofa, shower, dishwasher and cable television hookup.

There are great trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as 5 miles of snowmobile trails. In season both deer hunting (rifle/shotgun/bow) and turkey hunting (bow only, until 12 Noon) are permitted.

Press blue button for information about campground accommodations and more things to do at Taconic State Park.

Things To Do at Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
Beach
Biking
Cabins, Campsites, Cottages
Dumping Stations
Fishing
Grills
Hiking
Hunting
Museum & Visitors Center
Pavilions
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds
Recreation Programs
Scenic Views
Showers
Waterfalls

Winter Activities
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing Trails

The word is Visit these popular attractions in or near Taconic State Park.

Attractions
60 exhibitor booths
Food and refreshments
Silent Auction

Children's Activities
Baked Goods
Pictures with Santa

Robert R. Livingston, Jr. was Clermont's most notable resident. His accomplishments include: drafting the Declaration of Independence, serving as first U.S. Minister of Foreign Affairs, administering the oath of office to George Washington, negotiating the Louisiana Purchase, and developing steamboat technology with Robert Fulton. Today, Clermont appears much as it did in the early 20th century . . . Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973, Clermont is an anchor in the 1990 Hudson River National Landmark District.

American Revolution / War of Independence
Because of the Livingston family's prominent role in support of independence, Clermont was burned by British troops under the command of General John Vaughan during a foray up the Hudson River in the autumn of 1777. Margaret Beekman Livingston, who managed the estate during most of the war years, rebuilt the family home between 1779 and 1782.

Press blue button for attractions and events at Clermont State Historic Site.

Candlelight tours of museum and grounds
Child's Christmas (stories and treats)
Croquet Tournament
Farm, Food & Music Festival

Ray Tousey is a farmer and a beekeeper. Ray has more than 250 hives. He is well known in those parts. He is a ubiquitous presence at farm markets in Columbia and Dutchess counties.

From honey to candles, and bulk beeswax for soap and candle crafters, Ray Tousey and his bees add their unique products to the markets. Kids love to check out Ray’s live bee display and vintage truck. Ray also features a variety of small fruits: currants, gooseberries, raspberries, and heirloom tomatoes. Ray brings hand-made fruit juices, preserves, and his own unique brand of cassis sweetened with honey, not sugar.

All the bee products and the wines can be found at the Rhinebeck Farmer’s Market and the Kingston Farmer’s Market, as well as at their new tasting room that will open this spring.

As well as creating fine artisanal wines, the DeVito family (including two dogs), and many valued friends, have worked hard restoring the winery’s grounds and its prestigious circa 1780 farmhouse. The winery features hand-crafted wines, cheeses and desserts, and includes vineyard tours and a gazebo with scenic views. Press blue button for more about Hudson-Chatham Winery in Columbia County.

Golf Course Attractions
9-hole course
3012 yards with a par of 36
Course rating 80.0 / slope = 108 /
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Club rental
Dress code
Driving range
Lessons
Putting green
Riding cart rental

Catamount Adventure Park is an aerial forest rope course consisting of platforms that have been installed in the trees with ropes and cables connecting them to form "bridges" or "canopy tours". The objective is to move from tree platform to tree platform walking over the different secured bridges to complete the ropes course. There are some small scale zip lines throughout the eight different courses. Each ropes course will have a different degree of difficulty. There are no motorized rides in the park. Our park is all about active participation. While on the courses you are fully secured by your harness at all times, it is all about thrills, chills, but no spills.

Catamount Adventure Park is closed for the winter season and opens again in May 2010. Press blue button for more information about the park.

Outdoor Activities
Rope courses

The word is Many children and adults love the challenge and plan to return.

Restaurant Review

The word is "We're newcomers to Hudson, and were so glad to discover pm" offering a "great selection of wine in all price ranges", a warm and cozy atmosphere and excellent "mixologists".

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit 20th Century Gallery in their 5000 square foot showroom featuring mid-century modern.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

Restaurant Review

The word is Mixed reviews on the food, but the decor is great; and while the downstairs bar is "extremely loud" you have the option to dine upstairs "where acoustics are good for quiet conversation".

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Angelika Westerhoff Antiques featuring rare books and a selection of antique tables, lighting and more.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

"As the nation's largest broadline closeout retailer, Big Lots has the power to negotiate the best deals in the business. We sell a broad range of high-quality, brand-name products, including consumables, seasonal items, furniture, housewares, toys, electronics, home decor, tools and gifts."

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Birgit Antiques who specializes in Scandinavian ceramics from the 1930's to the 1980's.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Colonia an antique dealer specializing in country, mid-centuy and decorative antique items.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Eustace & Zamus Antiques specializing in Period American Antiques.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

This beautiful grassland offers splendid long-distance views of the Catskills and the Hudson River.

These protected acres in Columbia County include breathtaking meadows, wooded bluffs and a hay farm, all near the Stockport Flats Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve. With assistance from the state and Columbia Land Conservancy, we are safeguarding these valuable habitats while enabling people to hike the land and learn about wildlife. Park improvements currently underway include creation of a handicapped-accessible hiking trail and construction of an open-sided pavilion for picnicking and community-group activities.

Things To Do
Hiking / Walking
Nature Study
Picnicking
Scenic Views

Directions
From Warren Street, City of Hudson: 4.8 miles north on Rte. 9, left on W. Atlantic Avenue at light, right on Rod & Gun Road. Follow Rod and Gun approximately 1/2 mile to entrance gate.

After a day of hiking, walking, or studying the wildlife, dine at one of the many excellent restaurants in Hudson, New York.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Hedstrom & Judd offering lifestyle furniture inspired by antiques with Sweden in mind.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

Hudson Supermarket is 7,000 square feet of soaring space that once served as a supermarket and is now a dynamic antique and vintage furnishings market. Featuring twelve dealers whose merchandise acts as a timeline from the very ancient to the very modern, our inventory is ever evolving and always inspiring.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Hudson Supermarket in 7,000 square feet of soaring space that once served as a supermarket and is now a dynamic antique and vintage furnishings market.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to this premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson in New York State.

The word is Everyone agrees The Inn at Hudson is fabulous; "Just a few blocks from Hudson's main drag, teeming with antiques shops, is this elegant 1906 brick Dutch and Jacobean mansion"; "Warm, friendly, charming, thoughtful, and generous owners"; "Large, beautiful rooms are quiet and comfortable".

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a getaway weekend to Hudson, NY. Historic Hudson offers an amazing selection of antique shops with many high-end antiques. Take a scenic drive or a relaxing train ride from New York's Penn Station to Hudson, NY where you'll find a premier antique district on Warren Street, just a short walk from the Inn at Hudson.

Clothing Items & Shoes
Women, Men, Juniors, Guys, Girls, Kids, Baby

Product Line Includes
Bed & Bath
Handbags & Accessories
Home Store
Jewelry & Watches
Outlets
Patio

Press blue button for more about your local J.C. Penney department store.

"The name fits the description for this legendary record store in Upstate New York. Actually the residence of Bunny Brains mastermind Dan Seward, John Doe is tucked away on the main drag of Warren Street and has only a small guidepost that signals the location of this vinyl sanctuary . . . all of the contents of the store are his collection, with virtually no organizational pattern whatsoever. The shop is, therefore, strictly for serious vinyl lovers - those willing to spend hours sifting through stacks and stacks of records in order to find what they're looking for."

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County in New York State.You will find great antique stores, charming places to eat, and "different" types of shops such as Jean Deux Books & Records.

In the caring for, maintenance of, and restoration of fine furniture, whether undertaken in the workshop or on site, we use only traditional methods. In order to maintain the integral value of your antique furniture, we utilize the same time tested and proven traditional finishes, materials and methods that have been in use for over 250 years. Press blue button for more about the restoration of fine antiques.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to historic Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County in New York State. Find an amazing array of antique stores, charming places to eat, and unique shops such as Jean Deux Books & Records.

Spend a day antiquing in Hudson New York. Take the Amtrak at Penn Station in NYC to New York's major antique center on Warren Street in the historic city of Hudson, where you can visit Kendon Antiques specializing in American formal and country furniture.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Keystone on the Hudson featuring architectural elements, religious statuary, garden furniture and eccentricities.

Take a scenic drive or take Amtrak to Hudson; a leading antique district in Columbia County, New York State. Find an array of amazing antique stores, charming places to eat, and unique on of a king shops on the streets of Hudson, New York.

Plan a daytrip antiquing. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Mark & Larry Antiques in their 2000 sq. ft. space that offers a constantly changing inventory of architectural, industrial design, furniture, paintings and pottery.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Mark McDonald specializing in mid-century modern.

Home to seven guest rooms and suites, many with decorative fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and walk-in spa showers, this bed and breakfast is ideal for a romantic getaway. Experience an exquisite sunset from the wraparound porch or just relax in a whirlpool tub and soak in the moonlight. Sitting on a lush hilltop, surrounded by 100-acres of shaded woodlands, this stately Victorian has magnificent views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains.

Currently we have an inventory of over 300 antique, one-of-a-kind screens in two-, four-, and six-panel format, including subject matter such as landscapes, animals, flowers, and genre scenes Our screens range from the 16th century to the 20th century, and we also offer a screen restoration service using authentic methods and materials in the time-honored Japanese manner.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Naga Antiques offering 16th century to 20th century unique screens.

Take a scenic drive or take an Amtrak train to historic Hudson's premier antique district in Columbia County, New York State.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Noonan Antiques dealing in fine 18th Century 19th and 20th Century American and Continental furniture, decoration and eccentricities.

Take a scenic drive or take an Amtrak train to Hudson in Columbia County. When its time to eat select one of many excellent restaurants in Hudson.

Olana encompasses the house, the farm and the entire 250-acre estate. The picturesque landscape, with panoramic vistas of the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains, like the house, was designed by Church. Visitors throughout the year enjoy guided and self-guided tours of the Church-inspired landscape.

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Things To Do
Artists (Children can stop by the Wagon House for pencils and paper.)
Bird Watching
Gardens
Gift Shop
Guided Tours
Hiking Trails / Walking on the carriage roads
Historic Site
Maurice Sharp Gallery
Museum Store
Picnic Area
Scenic Views

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Regan & Smith Antiques .

Take a scenic drive or take the Columbia County Amtrak route to historic Hudson on the water; a leading antique district New York State. You will find great antique stores, charming places to eat, and "different" types of shops such as John Doe Books & Records.

Plan a daytrip and visit historic Hudson New York located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from Hudson, New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Skalar Antiques featuring mid-century modern and art deco.

If you enjoy antiquing, plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Sutter Antiques featuring Biedermeir, Empire and Art Deco furniture.

Take a scenic drive or hop on a train to the Amtrak Station at Hudson in Columbia County. Enjoy a short walk to the premier antique district located in historic Hudson.

Plan a daytrip from Manhattan to Hudson NY located in the upper Hudson Valley. Penn Station is only two hours from New York's major antique center on Warren Street where you can visit Vince Mulford Antiques in his beautifully renovated 10,000 square foot space that he also calls home.

From New York City take the Amtrak to Columbia and visit New York's premier antique district in the historic city of Hudson.

From Manhattan, take the Amtrak to Columbia Hudson Station and visit this premier antique district in this historic city on the shores of the Hudson River; offering a large and upscale selection of antique stores.

"Van Buren was preeminent among the second generation of American politicians. As eighth President, the first born under the U.S. flag, he continued building the Democratic Party he helped organize. His administration faced daunting challenges: The nation suffered a severe and lingering economic depression. Crises with Great Britain, Spain, and the Republic of Texas taxed his diplomatic skills.

"Most troubling throughout his political career was the issue of extending slavery into new states. Van Buren opposed extension while still trying to cultivate a coalition of northern and southern interests. The issue divided the nation and his party and foreshadowed the whirlpool of frustration, anger and violence which was to consume the country in the 1860's."

Tours & Tastings
The distillery is open to the public for tours, tastings and sales every weekend or by appointment. Look for the large, yellow distillery sign. During business hours, you'll see a black "Distillery Open" road sign as you approach our farm. Tours and tastings are complimentary to those of legal drinking age."

Distilling 101, Learning How It's Made
"We try to schedule our distilling on the weekends, so our customers can see how we make Core Vodka. In addition to learning how we make our award-winning vodka, we enjoy answering any questions we can about distilled spirits. A tour does not need to be scheduled in advance. Simply stop in during business hours."

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Golf Course Attractions
Golf only facility
18-hole Championship golf course
Championship tees = 6314 yards / par 72
Course rating / slope = 69.0 / 123
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Club rental
Lessons
Pull cart rental
Putting green
Restaurant
Riding cart rental
Dress code

Changing Times was the general store and post office for our small town more than 100 years ago. Today Changing Times B&B and our shop Almost Antiques, offer our guests an eclectic mix of the past with modern amenities of the present. Stay in one of our beautiful guest rooms and become a part of our history. With our convenient and central location, we’re sure to become your country home away from home whenever you visit the beautiful Hudson Valley area. Press blue button for more about antique shopping at Changing Times.