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Holiday Valley's Penguin Paddle

Penguin Paddle at Holiday Valley Resort
Participate in or watch as Penguin Paddlers of all ages slip and slide down the slopes on their bellies.
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Little Shop of Horrors

Hollywood Theater, Gowanda

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater & Gowanda Community Theater Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

This is the first-ever production from Gowanda's newly developed community theater program, don't miss out on their take on the well-loved American horror comedy musical! 

Showtimes: Saturday, September 20th at 2pm and Sunday, September 21st at 7pm

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Holiday Valley's Your Turn Women's Ski Clinic

Your Turn Women's Ski Clinic at Holiday Valley Resort

This 2-day clinic is perfect for the intermediate to advanced-level woman skier who wants to have more control, more confidence and more fun with their skiing!

Several Holiday Valley's women instructors lead the groups through free skiing, drills, non-intimidating race training, and video analysis.

Women's ski demos are included.

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Tourism Assistance

We may assist visitors, organizations, businesses and others in various ways.

Plan an Adventure

Would you like to visit the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) but need help planning a trip? Please contact us.

Places in EM

Do you operate an organization or business in the Enchanted Mountains?

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Event Organizers

Are you organizing an event in the Enchanted Mountains?

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Grants

If you organize an event, program or activity in Cattaraugus County then you may want to check out the Tourism Promotion Grant Program!

Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Group B Bed Tax Grant)

Questions

If you have questions about traveling, tourism or outdoor recreation then please contact us.

Welcome

We are naturally yours to enjoy on the "other side of New York State." We are the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State. 

Experience the thrill of discovery in Cattaraugus County—Western New York’s ultimate playground for adventure seekers and nature lovers! From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling waterways that beckon you to explore!

 

Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants

Submitted by Samantha Hayes on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 11:45

If you are having an event in the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) then you may want to apply for the 2024 Group B Bed Tax Grant Program.

The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program, due December 8th, 2023.

A portion of the 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.

Eligible applicants include the following:

  • Chambers of Commerce without full-time staff,
  • business associations,
  • non-profit organizations,
  • events,
  • festivals
  • and other tourism associated activities.

Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with Cattaraugus County Tourism Department.

For more information please visit the Tourism Promotion Grant Program at EnchantedMountains.com/Group-B

If you have any questions please contact Samantha Hayes at 716-938-2307 or by email at SLHayes [at] cattco.org.

News & Information

We, Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) Tourism, post news releases for the media / press on our Press Releases page, on our blog and may post on www.CattCo.org/news but we get a lot of our news from the sources below.

News & Information Sources

A list of news and information sources that are in or around the Enchanted Mountains. These sources may be newspapers, magazines, or websites.

  • The Villager - weekly Newspaper covering Ellicottville, New York
  • EllicottvilleNow - bi-weekly newspaper covering Ellicottville, NY and surrounding area.
  • Times Herald - daily newspaper covering Olean, NY and five counties.
  • The Salamanca Press - Weekly newspaper covering Salamanca, NY and the surrounding area.
  • The Buffalo News - daily newspaper covering Buffalo, NY and the surrounding area.
  • The Post-Journal - daily newspaper covering Jamestown, NY and the surrounding area.
  • The Bradford Era - daily newspaper covering Bradford, PA and the surrounding area.

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Jingle Bell Jubilee

Horse and carriage ride at the Jingle Bell Jubilee

Lincoln Park will be transformed into a holiday haven as the Jingle Bell Jubilee returns on December 13 from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., bringing the magic of a European-style holiday market to the heart of Downtown Olean. This festive event promises fun for the whole family with local artisan vendors, food, drinks, music, and special activities that will make attendees feel like they've stepped into a Hallmark movie.

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2nd Annual Adult Prom (To Benefit Foster Care)

Woodside Tavern on the Range

Join Foster Cattaraugus for an enchanting evening at the 2nd Annual Adult Prom hosted at Woodside Tavern on the Range on Saturday, August 9th at 6:00pm, benefiting foster care in Cattaraugus County. Don a mask and formal attire for a night of mystery and magic.

Cocktail Hour - 6-7pm, with the event to follow 7-11pm

Dinner - 8pm, provided by Toad's Butcher Shop

Photos - 6-7:45pm, available via donation from April Bojanowski Photography

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Referencing the Enchanted Mountains

Mention and link to the Enchanted Mountains

We love it when you mention the Enchanted Mountains!

Website Recommendations

EM in Content

Content mentions that they are in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York which links to EnchantedMountains.com.

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Rock City Park Example

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

The beauty and natural assets of Cattaraugus County serve as the foundation of the Enchanted Mountains promotional efforts. You combine that with all the high quality tourism-related "infrastructure" and you have a great place to live, learn, work and play

Values

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Pillars

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Brand Truth

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Adjectives

  • Natural
  • Enchanted
  • Mystical

Promise

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Brand Story

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Core Elements

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Logos

View the Logos of the Enchanted Mountains

Tone of Voice

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Photography

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Typography

Fonts for the Enchanted Mountains

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Color Palette

Colors for the Enchanted Mountains. The two base colors of the EM brand are blue and green.

Jump to the section on Enchanted Mountains Colors

Social

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Video & Motion

Titles

Closing

End-Frame Design

Video Ratios

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Location Markers

Ole Hickory Tavern

Wings from The Hickory
An old neighborhood style Irish pub serving Irish-American staples and typical bar food.

Old Library Hotel

Suite at The Old Library Inn
A unique boutique inn, full of modern Victorian charm with seven unique rooms.

Allegany State Park

Boater on Red House Lake
With over 65,000 acres, this is the largest state park in New York State and is open year 'round with a multitude of outdoor activities for every season and every taste.

Jingle Bell Jubilee

Horse and carriage ride at the Jingle Bell Jubilee

Lincoln Park will be transformed into a holiday haven as the Jingle Bell Jubilee returns on December 13 from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., bringing the magic of a European-style holiday market to the heart of Downtown Olean. This festive event promises fun for the whole family with local artisan vendors, food, drinks, music, and special activities that will make attendees feel like they've stepped into a Hallmark movie.

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Autumn is Wonder-fall 2010

Autumn is Wonder-fall

Well, it is already Autumn in 2010 and we love the falling leaves. We've created the following routes to take you through different areas of Cattaraugus County.

This post is long-winded as it gives you some options for your trip into Cattaraugus County.

Tri County Arts Council Upcoming Art Classes

Christmas Tree

Creative Clay: Christmas Tree – November 2 & 16, 2023 (Thursday) with Violet Nolder

Cost: $40 Artisan Members & Above $50 Basic/Family Members & Non-Members

Age: 16+

Creative Clay Classes are project specific, beginner hand building classes. We will be making fun coil Christmas tree for you to display during the holiday season.

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