Erie Catt Rail Trail Springs to Life with Trail Opening

Posted on 3rd November, 16

Trail openings are always a happy occasion, but cutting the ribbon on Pop Warner Rail Trail in Springville was especially gratifying for local trail advocates and PTNY....

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Bikes and Birds Bring Business in Western New York

Posted on 3rd November, 16

PTNY hit the road in October, touting Canalway Trail tourism as an economic development tool at two events in Wayne County....

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Flavorful Fall Treat for the Trail

Posted on 6th October, 16

Don't toss away those seeds when carving your pumpkins this season! Check out our short video demonstrating how to prepare this addicting, yet easy recipe. An ideal accompaniment while out on the trail this fall....

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Cider and Trails - The Perfect Autumn Pairing

Posted on 3rd October, 16

New York State is fortunate to have such a well-developed network of local and regional trails. It also happens that New York is apple country, with hundreds of orchards harvesting their sweet crop all across the state right now. Find out what are some of our favorite autumn trail and cider pairings....

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Fire Towering to Fall Foliage

Posted on 3rd October, 16

Don't have time to climb a high peak, but want to see great fall foliage? Just get over to your nearest fire tower for some spectacular views....

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Playgrounds at State Parks

Posted on 3rd October, 16

Exciting things are happening to playgrounds in our state parks: 13 will be receiving upgrades, bringing us closer to the 100 playground goal by 2020....

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Four Family-Friendly Fall Activities at State Parks

Posted on 3rd October, 16

While every season is a great season to visit state parks, the fall is an especially fun time for enjoying the outdoors. We’ve got a roundup of family-friendly events—from hay rides to pumpkin sails—in every region of New York....

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Great Pumpkin Walk

Posted on 3rd October, 16

Get into the fall spirit and join Ontario Pathways for their annual Great Pumpkin Walk....

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$500,000 in Grants Now Open for Friends Groups

Posted on 18th September, 16

Parks & Trails New York and the NYS Office of Parks, Preservation and Historic Preservation, with support from Governor Cuomo and the NYS Legislature, are pleased to announce the second round of $500,000 in competitive grants through the NYS Park and Trail Partnership Program funded through the NYS Environmental Protection Fund....

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Funding Available For Trails and Complete Streets

Posted on 18th September, 16

Governor Cuomo has announced the availability of nearly $100M in federal Transportation Alternatives (TAP) and Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) funding....

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