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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)
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
![Dragging a Christmas tree that was cut down](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/Berry-Patch-Christmas-Tree.jpg?itok=rcvKY8WQ)
Do you love having a real Christmas tree to decorate?
Avoid the Winter Blues
You may think that the winter in the Enchanted Mountains is only for skiiers and snowboarders, but it's not! Check out the variety of events happening for you to enjoy without skis or a snowboard.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
![Christmas Trees](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/berry-patch-christmas-trees.png?itok=wFOdm_sH)
Thank You, Now Check Your Email!
Free Fishing Day in NY!
![Steelhead from the Cattaraugus Creek](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Catt%20Co%20Fly%20Fishing-98.jpg?itok=isv8Tt9s)
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!
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.
The Reserve Presents: Summer Nights Festival!
The Reserve in Great Valley will be hosting a Summer Nights Festival from 4pm - 7pm on the following Sundays:
Small Business Saturday Craft / Vendor Show & Chicken BBQ
![Small business Saturday at Limestone Firehall](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/267603.png?itok=veAiOOtm)
Looking for some unique gifts for the holiday season? Check out the Small Business Saturday Vendor Event on November 25th, 10:00am - 3:00pm.
Over 30 vendors, chinese auction, chicken BBQ, and much more!
John Denver Tribute at Seneca Allegany Casino
66th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
![Bird banding at Allegany Nature Pilgrimage](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/cedar%20waxwing%20banding.jpg?itok=adhCS7cx)
Tourism Promotion Program
Cattaraugus County's Tourism Promotion Grant Program, also known as the Bed Tax Grant Program, accepts funding applications, , that support and encourage tourism promotion in Cattaraugus County, New York (the Enchanted Mountains).
Funding Source
The program's funding source is the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County. This funding source is split into two of the following groups:
Group A
Several Chambers of Commerce with full-time staff.
Group B
Business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals, chambers of commerce without full-time staff and other tourism-associated activities.
Program Contact
This grant is managed by Tourism in the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (Catt. County EDPT).
Enchanted Mountains Map
Take a gander at the Enchanted Mountains Visitors' Map, which is our "at a glance" map of Cattaraugus County in Western New York.
Note: Most of the roads are labelled.
Deer Lick Conservation Area
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2023
![Santa Claus Lane Parade in Olean](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/16426084_10155012908159252_7883790989064457937_n.jpg?itok=5WGM508Z)
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
Below is a video that highlights the 2016 parade, from the Olean Times Herald, produced by Adam Miller.