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Deer Lick Conservation Area
Seneca Nation of Indians Fishing Licenses
![Various fish from the Seneca Nation of Indians with the logo of the Seneca Nation Fish & Wildlife (Seneca Nation Conservation)](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-01/blogpost-seneca-fishing-licenses-16x9.jpg?itok=ngxaPu2X)
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!
Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants
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.
Freedom
The town of Freedom, NY is full of farms and woodland. The hamlet of Sandusky is in the Town of Freedom. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.6 square miles, of which, 40.3 square miles of it is land and 0.3 square miles of it (0.64%) is water.
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on October 28
![Approximation of Penumbral Lunar Eclipse from New York State on Oct. 28, 2023](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/penumbral-lunar-eclipse-20231028.png?itok=Re7itcmT)
From our area of New York State, this eclipse of the moon is a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on October 28, 2023.
Learn more about a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on Wikipedia.
Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With in 2023
![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!
Humphrey
Humphrey is a town in Cattaraugus County and named after politician Charles Humphrey. Humphrey is an interior town in the eastern half of the county, northeast of the City of Salamanca.
Little Valley Riders Club Trails
Trails:
All levels, from beginner to advanced trail riders.
Footing:
Varies from easy to moderate to rocky.
Markings:
There are maps to promote trail riding on your own, in loops of 1, 2, or 3 hours; and for the more adventurous, you can ride all day.
Camping:
24 camper spots available with hook-ups and 50+ spots without hook-ups, call (716) 969-7390 for reservations.
Parking:
Large area available for all types of parking.
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.
Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations for National Tourism Week
![Family biking at Holiday Valley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/Holiday%20Valley%20Mountain%20Biking%20family%20overlooking%20base%20area%20by%20A%20Baron.jpg?itok=6OyU8pq9)
Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival 2022
![Woman pouring a drink at Holiday Valley's Beer and Wine Festival](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/P2166241.jpg?itok=aa4khQCC)
Beer is Back! The 18th annual Beer and Wine Festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 12th. With many of the region's best craft brewers, wineries and cideries in attendance you can sample your favorites, plus try out several new and unique flavors. Add live entertainment, food trucks and 1500 of your closest friends, it's an event not to be missed.
The format was adjusted so no there are two sessions in order to allow guests to have more space in the lodge. The first session is 1pm - 4pm and the second is 5pm - 8pm.
Mansfield
The Town of Mansfield is centrally located in Cattaraugus County, north of Salamanca. The name was thought to be that of a noble family in England.
Totality Bash at Holiday Valley Resort
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2024
![Fireworks](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/firework%20collage.jpg?itok=RwK1pEHW)
Hinsdale
Hinsdale is a town at the eastern border of Cattaraugus County, New York. The town was named after another location: Hinsdale, New Hampshire.
Annual WNY Maple Weekends
Where to Stay for the Eclipse
![Raccoon with Solar Eclipse Glasses on camping](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-02/scene-racoon-02.jpg?itok=UDUtaMzE)
Archeology Dig at Canticle Farms
![Volunteer holds 800 yr old ceramic pipe at Canticle Farms](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/Volunteer%20holds%20800-yr%20old%20ceramic%20pipe.jpg?itok=qCIIKPSr)
Allegheny Valley Project (AVP) is back at Canticle Farm to continue its annual research into the history of the Allegheny River Valley.
Kids and Adult Fishing Clinic
![Fishing on the Cattaraugus Creek](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Catt%20Co%20Fly%20Fishing-210.jpg?itok=6pPO88p-)
"Matriarch Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Home to the Largest Inland Marina in New York State
![An aerial view of Onoville Marina Park looking from West to East (2021)](/sites/default/files/styles/crop_3x1/public/2023-11/dji_0049.jpg?itok=7ynAlh3G)
Onoville Marina Park is the largest inland marina in New York State.
Ischua
Ischua (pronounced ISH-way) is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The Town of Ischua is on the eastern border of the county, north of Olean, New York.