Parks and Trails, Good for the Economy

Posted on 11th September, 20

Just how much of an impact do NYS parks & trails have?...

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Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway makes livin’ breezy

Posted on 10th September, 20

Summer is over but you can still enjoy the beaches - embark on an adventure on the Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway....

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Eight Unique Park Road Trips in NYS

Posted on 10th September, 20

Craving adventure? We crafted a list of eight unique road trip destinations across the state that we hope will satisfy your adventurous spirit this Fall....

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Autumn at Wellesley State Park Beckons You

Posted on 9th September, 20

Fall camping in the Thousand Islands is ideal for cool, short days that are long on adventure...

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Poughkeepsie Pop-Up Bike Lane

Posted on 9th September, 20

Who knew that a few hundred traffic cones, several dozen cans of spray-chalk, and a handful of hardworking staff could transform Market Street in the City of Poughkeepsie overnight?...

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$3 Billion Environmental Bond Act Off the Table

Posted on 8th September, 20

Impacts to the state's fiscal condition caused by the coronavirus pandemic have caused Governor Cuomo to remove the proposal from November's ballot...

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Huge win for the American outdoors

Posted on 26th July, 20

The Great American Outdoors Act—a historic national conservation bill that, for the first time, fully and permanently funds the Land and Water Conservation Fund—passed Congress last week with overwhelming bipartisan support....

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Camping During COVID-19: Stay Safe This Summer

Posted on 23rd July, 20

Is it still safe to camp during the pandemic? As more and more are seek the outdoors as a “safe space” from COVID-19, concerns about camping are understandable. Learn more about how one of summertime's favorite activities can be adapted to be secure for you and your loved ones....

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Sounds along the Susquehanna Greenway

Posted on 23rd July, 20

Embark on an adventure along the Susquehanna Greenway in the heart of Oneonta...

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Virtual Cycle the Erie Canal Celebrates 22 Years of Memories

Posted on 22nd July, 20

For more than 20 years the Cycle the Erie Canal bicycle tour has brought history, friendship and endless adventure to thousands of cyclists. Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) is proud to host this event year after year. When the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated cancelling the 2020 ride, we felt it was only right to celebrate the people and communities that have played such an instrumental role in making the tour so special....

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