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Cattaraugus Rodeo- Bulls & Barrels
![Trick rider at a past rodeo in Cattaraugus, NY](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Girl%20on%20horses.jpg?itok=PlGhOe1q)
Largest NY State Park
The Largest New York State Park is Allegany State Park which is the 3rd largest in the United States of America with 65,000 acres (97 square miles) and many miles of trails. Allegany State Park has over 35 miles of Cross Country skiing trails, 18 hiking trails and 5.6 miles of paved multi-use trails (horseback riding, snowmobiling and more) around Red House Lake area. 3 campground areas with over 375 cabins.
Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With
![Road through Allegany State Park in the fall](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/9550303625_f8430af508_o.jpg?itok=SYdOefEb)
The cool nights are setting in and the leaves are starting to change. We know what that means, the fall season is upon us. We put together a bucket list to help you get into the spirit and enjoy some of the fall experiences that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer!
EVL Trail Fest at HoliMont
![Mountain biking at HoliMont's Bike Park](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/2022_7_23_HOLIMONT-2702_0.jpg?itok=RlaxpSLt)
Group B
"Group B" of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Bed Tax Program)
Overview
A portion of bed tax is intended to provide grants for advertising and promoting various new or expanded tourism events, unique festivals, attractions and experiences that will attract more visitors for extended stays, overnight visits and day getaways. This grant program seeks to establish the importance of programs and opportunities that promote or support the development of specific themes or significant attractions and events, all of which enhance the level of visitor experience in the area. Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (EDPT).
Funds for Marketing Campaign
The funds supplied by this grant, the funding source, are from the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County.
This funding is intended to supplement your marketing campaign's advertising budget and not meant to be your entire advertising budget; therefore a match or share of cost is expected.
Eligible Applicants
Chambers without full-time staff, business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals and other tourism associated activities.
The funds in this group will be administered by EDPT. Grantees will partner and coordinate with EDPT.
Application Period
Applications are accepted after they are released from late October to early December. Catt. County EDPT will announce the release of the application in October.
Application Process
Complete an application for each marketing campaign project.
A marketing campaign could contain any of the following:
Print materials
Online Advertising
Radio Advertising
Television & Video Advertising
Possible applicants should have, at least, a rough project plan using the example application for one marketing campaign
Approved Tourism Programs
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EVL Halloween Half Marathon
![Ellicottville Halloween Half Marathon](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_6233.jpg?itok=uAOakyRK)
I Love New York Winters 2010
This list of activities to enjoy in the Winter was created in 2010.
Ahhh the holidays! Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement with the holidays we'll have some activities below.
Allegany Carnival 2024
![Giant Fun Slide at the Allegany Carnival in 2024](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Photo%20Jun%2027%202024%2C%209%2028%2021%20PM.jpg?itok=VrzbUfHX)
Thursday 6/27: the carnival is open from 6:00 PM until 11:00 PM. Water fights are planned for 6:30 PM in front of the fire station. Registration starts at 6:00. The "Sticktights" band will be playing around 7:00 PM.
Maps
South Dayton Flyer with The Blue Mule Band
![NYLE Railroad](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519_1.jpg?itok=1fpz-zpd)
Brand Guide
Naturally Yours to Enjoy! The Enchanted Mountains is our brand for Cattaraugus County, in South-Western New York. Due to the abundance of places to enjoy outdoor activities and our small communities, we feel that no matter where you are from you will find a spot to love in the Enchanted Mountains. For the development of the Enchanted Mountains Brand, we talk about the sensory things, like visual identity - the EM logo, use of colors and the way we write in various ways. We want the Enchanted Mountains to be a trusted source for traveling in Western New York State. This is the dynamic foundation of the Enchanted Mountains brand.
Residents
Most residents follow the "work hard, play hard" and find a place to relax.
Purpose
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Values
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Pillars
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Brand Truth
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Promise
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Brand Story
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Core Elements
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Logomark
Variants
Lockups
Tone of Voice
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Photography
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Typography
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Color
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Social
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Video & Motion
Titles
Closing
End-Frame Design
Video Ratios
9:16, 1:1, 4:5
Location Markers
Newsletter
Broken B Rodeo
![Broken B Rodeo](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/broken%20b%20rodeo.jpg?itok=43nqgQ1D)
Holiday Valley, It's Just Fun All Year 'Round - adds E-Bikes!
![Holiday-Valley-2019](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/Holiday-Valley-2019.jpg?itok=i3jxaFh7)
It is sad to say good bye to another great ski season, but at Holiday Valley you’ll find fun all year long.
Michael Kent at Ray Evans
![Ray Evans Theater in Salamanca](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/240731344_1702235343299383_5632181663943252632_n.jpg?itok=bbfam-ZA)
Michael was named Entertainer of the Year in Campus Activities Magazine and Magician of the Year by The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA). Cleveland.com has listed Michael as one of Ohio's top 30 "Famously Funny" comedians along with Drew Carey, Dave Chappelle and Bob Hope. He was featured on the season premiere of the hit television show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us!"
Two Locations in Cattaraugus County named in Top 10 Hidden Hidden Gems of WNY 2011
![Griffis and Rock City](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/201106-wny-aaa-gems_0.jpg?itok=_C-_4Yx9)
In 2011, an article written by Christine A. Smyczynski for the Member Connection, the magazine for AAA Members, two of the treasures of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County have been named in the top 10 Hidden Gems in Western New York by AAA.