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Leon

Amish Horst and Buggy

The town of Leon, New York is known for a majority of the population being Old Order Amish. 

The town of Leon, New York was formed, from the town of Conewango, on April 24, 1832. James Waterhouse named it for the ancient Kingdom of Leon of Spain. 

Portville

pond and swan at Sprague's Maple Farms in Portville, NY

Location

The Town of Portville is located in Cattaraugus County in the southwestern corner of New York State along the Pennyslvania border, locally referred to as the Southern Tier. Portville is 65 miles south of Buffalo and 90 miles south of Rochester.

Trip to Space

Kids at Challenger Learning Center (2018)

Go on a simulated space mission to Mars, a Comet, or Earth at the Challenger Learning Center. This is a hands-on learning facility specializing in science, technology, math and engineering to spark youth interest and joy. They also offer camps in the summer and fun, educational events throughout the year.

All Aboard

NYLE Train coming through the tunnel

Take a train ride along the countryside of the Enchanted Mountains. The New York and Lake Erie Railroad offers featured rides throughout the year.. All of the train rides are round trips that depart from the Gowanda Depot. 

Hop aboard with the Easter Bunny, tell Santa your wish list, solve a murder mystery, enjoy the fall foliage, and so many other rides to choose from!

Salamanca Area Historical Society honors Ray Evans 2013

Ray Evans

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

Archeology Dig at Canticle Farms

Volunteer holds 800 yr old ceramic pipe at Canticle Farms

Allegheny Valley Project (AVP) is back at Canticle Farm to continue its annual research into the history of the Allegheny River Valley.

Hike Through the Rocks

Hiker at Little Rock City
Throw on your hiking shoes and pack up your tent, sleeping bag, favorite camping snacks and enjoy some hiking and primitive camping at Little Rock City.

Indoor Play

Play Zone

This is a repurposed gym with a trampoline, springboard floor, bounce house and so much more! All the fun a kid could have in one place. 

Let the kids climb, jump, tumble, and slide, at the YMCA Family Play Zone. Aside from open play, they also offer themed programs, activity clubs, and birthday party packages.

Hike in the Night

Sculptures at Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park

Venture on an unguided walk through the trails at Griffis Sculpture Park as they are illuminated with colorful and theatrical lighting, creating a truly unique experience. 

Their "Night Lights" event takes place in September and October with performance artists, video projections, and vendors.

Learn about the Seneca-Iroquois History

Inside the Onohsagwe:de Cultural Center

The Onöhsagwë:dé Cultural Center is an impressive facility that houses the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum.

The interactive and informational exhibits tell the history of the Seneca, from the Creation Story to present day.

While there are opportunities to touch and listen to certain components of the exhibits, tours are also available and highly recommended.

Ski / Snowboard at HoliMont

Skiers speeding downhill at HoliMont

You could go skiing or snowboarding at HoliMont' 56 slopes and trails with 100% snow making and fantastic grooming. While there are slopes for all abilities the ‘Mont is most known for it’s steep drops and epic views of Ellicottville, NY.

First NASCAR Points Champion from Northeast USA

Race at the Pennyroyal Race Track with the text "In those days it was "run what you brung!" Just try to keep all four wheels on the track!

The very first NASCAR points champion from the Northeast part of the USA, Bill Rexford, began his career at the Pennyroyal Race Track in Leon, NY.

Bill is NASCAR's youngest Cup Champion and the 1950 NASCAR points champion, which was the second year of the NASCAR Cup Series Championship.

While the Pennyroyal Race Track in Leon is back to being a field you can learn more about the history of the Pennyroyal Race Track on HistoricPath.com 

View a gallery of photos about the Pennyroyal Race Track

Learn more about Bill Rexford on Wikipedia

 

Groups

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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.