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Free Fishing Day in NY!

The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 17-18, June 29-30, September 28, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in your life to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite and the exhilaration of the catch!
Arboretum on The Blue Hill
Paddling the Allegheny River Rack Card
Rusty Rooster Backyard Maker's Market

Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage LLC , in Portville is hosting their 2nd Annual Barkyard Maker's Market on Saturday, July 26th from 10am - 4:00pm.
The event features a ton of vendors, chicken bbq, Live music... and so much more.
For more information and/or updates check out the event on Facebook.
The Centennial 7 Hiking Challenge at Allegany State Park

Allegany State Park, the Wilderness Playground of Western New York, officially opened on July 30th, 1921. One hundred years later, people are still flocking to this vast park with rolling hills, serene lakes, and abundant beauty.
Deer Lick Conservation Area
Annual WNY Maple Weekends

Guidelines for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program
Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park 2023

HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 2nd for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!
Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park - 2024

HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 7th for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!
In this, the season of giving, we are asking event participants to bring non-perishable food items and/or an unwrapped toy to be donated to a local food pantry and Toys for Tots. This is sure to be a great day! Don't miss out!
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you enjoy the magic of a real Christmas tree?
Salamanca Area Historical Society honors Ray Evans 2013

Perhaps a little known fact is that Ray Evans, co-lyricist of the Christmas Classic was a native of Salamanca, NY. Salamanca knows it however, and honors him each year with the Silver Bells Festival. Now there's one more way he is forever remembered in the town in which he was born and raised i
An Adventure on the Ellicottville Bike Trails

The blog was created after the adventure in 2010.
Embrace the Sun: Summer Activities for a Memorable Season

Summer is here, and with it comes long, sunny days filled with endless possibilities. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a nature lover, or someone who enjoys relaxing with a good book, there’s a summer activity for everyone.
Map of Lillibridge Property - Pfeiffer Nature Center
Cattaraugus County Art Council Announces New Name in 2018!

The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is now officially the Tri-County Arts Council!