Category: Outdoor Activities

Family-Friendly Summer in the Finger Lakes

May. 28, 2023

Welcome to the first official week of summer in the Finger Lakes! At Finger Lakes Visitors Connection, we're so excited about the warm and sunny days ahead, we're dedicating blogs to what Finger Lakes Insiders arelooking forward to this summer. Like most people, I look forward to summer, and I am so thankful it is finally here. I decided to dedicate this summer to family-friendly activities where I can take my 2-year-old daughter. So for those of you eager to find those fun events for children of all ages, here are the ones I’m scheduling on my calendar. …

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PGA Championship 2023 and the Finger Lakes, NY - It's a Beautiful Thing!

By Meg Vanek on Apr. 17, 2023

The PGA Championship returns to RochesterMay 15-21, 2023 at Oak Hill Country Club. While the Championship is the main event, there is so much else to see and do while you are in town, you must not miss the opportunity to experience the Finger Lakes…

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2024 Solar Eclipse in the Finger Lakes: What to Know

By Theresa VanWormer on Jan. 13, 2023

On April 8, 2024, people across North America will experience an event that hasn’t occurred in years: a solar eclipse. This celestial event occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking all or part of the sun. If you want to witness the Great American eclipse firsthand, here is…

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Out and About: Snowshoeing in the Finger Lakes

By Jessica VanDeMar on Dec. 27, 2022

Looking for something different this winter? How about taking advantage of the expansive vistas and wide-open spaces of the Finger Lakes region – by snowshoe…

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Family-friendly Fall Festivals in the Finger Lakes

By Finger Lakes Visitors Connection on Sep. 30, 2022

The rush of summer may be winding down but there’s always time for afamily getaway in the Finger Lakes. Consider these great, family-friendly events…

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It's Time to Play-ground!

By Valerie Knoblauch on Aug. 04, 2022

Playgrounds have taken on new heights in Ontario County, and it’s time for everyone to get out there and check them all out. Kids – ages – well – whatever age are sure to find a playground or two suited for them in the heart of the Finger Lakes…

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How to Celebrate the New Year in the Finger Lakes!

By Meg Vanek on Dec. 27, 2021

From memorable dining experiences to family fun, toast to the year ahead and celebrate Finger Lakes Style…

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The Ultimate Finger Lakes Fall Fun Guide

By Finger Lakes Visitors Connection on Sep. 21, 2021

So long, summer. Hello, fall! It’s that time, once again, when pumpkin gets prime billing, sweaters become fashion statements and the leaves reveal their true talents. For many, the crisp air and cool breeze of this unfolding season are practically perfect. To enjoy autumn to the full extent, we’ve put together the Ultimate Finger Lakes Fall Fun Guide. Grab your friends and family, pick your spots and get ready to go adventuring…

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Where to See Finger Lakes Foliage: 6 Fall Trips You'll Love

By Finger Lakes Visitors Connection on Sep. 21, 2021

As the sunsets of summer drift into the horizon, the beautiful brushstrokes of autumn usher us into what many believe to be the best season of them all … fall. Pumpkin pickers and haunted-house historians rejoice with the changing colors of the leaves and the brisk crispness of the air. Fall beckons…

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10 Smartphone Photography Tips for Better Vacation Photos

By Kendall Knaak on Oct. 28, 2020

During this time of social distancing and shift to finding new outdoor adventures, I see some gorgeous Finger Lakes photography happening on Instagram! From fall foliage-lined trails to breathtaking vistas, it is such a remarkable experience watching visitors see our backyard in their own individual ways…

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