Celebrate Earth Day: 7 Finger Lakes photos of our great outdoors

There’s no better way to celebrate Earth Day (or any day) than to retreat into nature and hike in the Finger Lakes. Some of our Finger Lakes Visitors Connection staff are avid hikers and recently explored Rob's Trail near the Hemlock-Canadice State Forest. Here are seven great photos from their excursionin celebration of Mother Earth and the great outdoors…

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3 ways to experience everything “Maple” this March

March means maple here in the Finger Lakes and boy do we have some greats ways to experience all that syrup!New York State Maple weekends are a great way to get into the action and get those taste buds stimulated! Fun Fact: Did you know that New York State is the second largest maple syrup producer in the United States…

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Where to say cheers & share beers: 7 local Finger Lakes bars

Perhaps you have come to the Finger Lakes to explore our world-famous Rieslings and our award-winning farm-to-table fare. That’s all well and good, but let’s face it, sometimes a cold beer and a hefty burger are exactly what the vacation doctor calls for, with a big side of local culture.From re-purposed shotgun shells turned into lighting fixtures to free legal advice from town supervisors, here are some of the best off-the-beaten-path watering holes, dive bars and neighbor joints in the Finger Lakes where you can easily feel like a regular…

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