Columbia County Tourism Guide 2010

VISITOR’S & DINING GUIDE

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YOU NEVER KNOW

WHERE YOU’LL FIND YOURSELF…

IN OUR NUMEROUS MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, AND HISTORICAL SITES YOU MIGHT FIND A LEFTBEHIND INTEREST OR A NEW FOUND INQUISITIVENESS. ON A SNOWY SKI SLOPE, A SERENE HIKING TRAIL, OR PICTURESQUE BIKE PATH YOU COULD REDISCOVER A LONG LOST LOVE OF THE OUTDOORS. TAKING IN A SHOW AT ONE OF OUR THEATERS, HAVING A GREAT MEAL AT ONE OF OUR PREMIER RESTAURANTS, OR SHOPPING AT ONE OF OUR MANY ANTIQUE SHOPS MIGHT ENERGIZE A WORK-WEARY SPIRIT. JUST BREATHING THE COLUMBIA COUNTY AIR, GAZING AT A SUNSET OR TAKING A LEISURELY DRIVE ALONG ONE OF OUR COUNTRY ROADS COULD TAKE BACK YOUR LIFE FROM THE ORDINARY—AND KEEP YOU COMING BACK.

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Historic Sites & Attractions • PAGE 7 Columbia County abounds with rich history in its architecture and streetscapes.

Visit the home of the eighth president of the United States, Martin Van Buren, or poet Edna St. Vincent Millay’s refuge, Steepletop. The Shaker way of life is recorded at the Shaker Museum and Library, as is 18th-century Dutch living at the Luykas Van Alen House. Plus talks, exhibitions, museums, and more than three dozen weathered cemeteries.

Antiques • PAGE 10 Columbia County makes shopping a sport. Drawing in antique lovers, Hudson prides itself on being one of the premier antiquing centers in the country, with over 65 antique shops on Warren Street. Plus fine art, gifts, home furnishings, and jewelry in old-fashioned commercial districts across the county.

The Arts • PAGE 12 Theater groups, musical performances, and art galleries dot Columbia County, making it ideal for any artistic sensibility: visual, literary, musical, architectural.

Once home to such inspiring artists as Frederic Church, the area continues to attract world-class artistic talent to live, create, and perform.

Festivals • PAGE 16 Columbia County abounds with fairs and festivals in celebration of music, art, and all that accompanies the beautifully changing seasons. The Hudson Arts Walk, the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, Winter Walk on Warren Street, and the main event—the Columbia County Fair.

Outdoor Activities • PAGE 17 With rolling hills and serene landscapes, Columbia County offers a variety of activities year round for the outdoor lover in all of us. There are tons of trails, golf courses, skiing, country roads perfect for biking, and state parks for swimming; not to mention ballooning, birdwatching, horseback riding, hunting, snowshoeing, cruising on the Hudson, and more!

Kids’ Activities • PAGE 25 If you have kids they can enjoy swimming, fishing, biking, pick-your-own orchards, nature perserves, petting zoos, or at the Catamount Adventure Park a full ropes course awaits them. Plus the oldest fair in the country—the Columbia County Fair.

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Food & Drink • PAGE 29 Whether you’re in the mood for a rustic country breakfast, classic American diners, old fashioned family-friendly restaurants, coffee shops for drinks, treats, and delicacies, vegetarian cafes, taverns, country inns, ethnic, or gourmet dining by candlelight, Columbia County has it all.

Country Markets & Farms • PAGE 42 Dotting the back roads, the county cradles the secret to delcious food—local farms with fresh from-the-vine produce and baked goods. Throughout the area are country markets attracting connoisseurs of food and newbies alike with fresh cider, pipping-hot bakery delights, fresh produce, maple syrup, and jam. Columbia County boasts many community-supported argriculture (CSA) farms, including Roxbury Farm, one of the largest in the nation.

Campgrounds • PAGE 46 Columbia County offers great camping for a true, rustic country getaway or a stopover at a decked-out RV park. A variety of campgrounds feature activities like swimming, hiking, boating, and fishing, and they range from rustic to pampered.

Fishing • PAGE 46 A true way to escape the everyday hustle and bustle of life, Columbia County’s bodies of water offer anglers oodles of environments to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a cold creek, deep lake, or stocked stream, or the mighty Hudson River, there is plenty to lure you to the area’s waterways.

Accommodations • PAGE 48 The laid-back charm of rolling hills, fresh air, and the quiet hum of the country makes staying the night in Columbia County a destination in itself. You can settle down at one of the county’s bed and breakfasts, city guest houses, hotel, or motels. There’s a lodging to fit every style and budget.

Resources • PAGE 55 Now that you’ve planned your trip, how are you going to get there? Whether renting a car or taking the train to Columbia County, you’re sure to find the perfect way to arrive. The directory lists all the phone numbers you’ll need to make your way around the beautiful towns that dot our county. Plus, where to board your canine companion while you’re out enjoying all that we have to offer!

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Columbia County

The Hudson Valley Hot Spot

Who says you can’t do business where the water is clear and the air is clean?

Columbia County is home to Taconic, Inc. and LoveApple Farm, Kinderhook Bank and Swoon Kitchenbar, Local Ocean, LLC and Local 111.

Why not add your business to the list of start-ups that chose the-most-beautifulplace-on-earth-that’s-atrain-ride-away-from-Manhattan?

Columbia County is the Hudson Valley hot spot.

Cool.

4303 Route 9, Hudson , NY 12534 Phone: 518.828.4718 Fax: 518.828.0901 Email: partner@chpartnership.com Web: chpartnership.com

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Where Every Golfer Wants To Be Overlooking Copake Lake, eighteen idyllic holes vie for perfection with the glorious Berkshire Mountains that surround it.

Excellent turf. Long, wide fairways. Technically superb. Open to the public. Never overcrowded.

Copake Country Club is a golfer’s paradise.

Copake Country Club (518) 325-4338

The Greens (518) 325-0019 44 Golf Course Rd. Copake Lake, NY 12521 www.copakecountryclub.com area code 518

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Olana

Olana State Historic Site Route 9G, Hudson, NY

Tour Church’s Persian castle, hike 5 miles of trails, or view the landscape from a place that Hudson Valley Magazine readers voted “the best view in the Hudson Valley.”

For more information call (518) 828-0135, or visit us at www.olana.org This ad made possible by the Olana Partnership

Undermountain Golf Course

518 - 329 - 4444

274 Undermountain Rd. Copake, NY

Senior Rates Mon - Fri Junior Rates Seasonal Discounts Group Rates

Full Pro Shop Practice Area Snack Bar Riding Carts

Spend a few hours … Not a Fortune

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HISTORIC SITES & ATTRACTIONS • Take a tour through American history

n Clermont State Historic Site Livingstone Family Estate, grounds and historic gardens open all year for picnicking, hiking, cross country skiing, and fabulous views.

Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240; www.friendsofclermont.org. Livingston family estate. Tours Apr-Oct Tues-Sun and official Mon holidays 11am-5pm; Nov-March Fri-Sun 11am-4pm. Vehicle Fee April 1-Oct 31 (refunded with the purchase of a House tour ticket). n Columbia County Museum &

Library* Exhibits and research library.

5 Albany Ave, Kinderhook Village; 758-9265; www.cchsny.org; Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm. n FASNY Museum of Firefighting The premiere collection of firefighting objects in the world, featuring over 90 pieces of apparatus on display.

Children’s activities include creative play on fire engines, interactive activities and the McCadam Cheese Fire Safety Discovery Room.

117 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson; 822-1875; www.fasnyfiremuseum.com.

Daily 10am-5pm, closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Free admission and wheelchair accessible. n Hudson Athens Lighthouse The northern-most lighthouse on the Hudson River rises from the river like a tiny gem. Visitors may view the light house from the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park, Ferry Street, Hudson.

Tours are offered the second Saturday from July through October.

Call 828-5294 or lighthouse@hudsonathenslighthouse.com for tour reservations. www.hudsonathenslighthouse. org. Tours offered the second Saturday from July-October. Call 518-822-1014 or e-mail capten1@msn.com for tour reservations. n Luykas Van Alen House* 1737 Dutch farmhouse, includes circa 1850 Ichabod Crane schoolhouse.

Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9265; www.cchsny.org.

Open Memorial Day-Labor Day weekend, Fri-Sat 10-4pm & Sun 12-4pm.

n Martin Van Buren National

Historic Site The home and farm of the eighth president of the US. 1013 Old Post Rd (off Rt 9H), Kinderhook; 758-9689; www.nps.gov/mava. Open daily mid-May-October 9am-4:30pm. n Millay Poetry Trail at

Steepletop A ½ mile narrow country road for walking only is marked with a dozen favorite nature poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay. The trail ends at the final resting ground of the poet and her family.

Open all year—please use caution during inclement weather.

East Hill Rd, 2 miles in from Rt 22, Austerlitz; www.millay.org n Olana State Historic Site Home of Hudson River School painter Frederic Church. The 250 acre grounds are open year-round from 8am-sunset for hiking, picnicking, snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing as well as programs and special events.

5720 Rt 9G, south of Hudson; 828-0135; www.olana.org or www.nysparks.com.

Tours Apr-Oct Tues-Sun and Mon, holidays 10am-5pm (last tour at 4); Nov-March Fri-Sun 11am-4pm (last tour at 3).

Vehicle Fee April 1-October 31 (refunded with the purchase of a tour ticket). n Robert Jenkins House and the

Hendrick Hudson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution 1811 Federal style home housing the history of the city of Hudson.

113 Warren St, Hudson; 828-9764; Saturday 1-5pm July – early October. n Roeliff Jansen Historical

Society Local history of the Roeliff Jansen area of Columbia County: Ancram, Copake, Hillsdale, Gallatin and Taghkanic.

Rt 344 & Miles Rd (near Taconic State Park); 329-5751; open July & August Sat & Sun 2-4pm. n Samuel Tilden Gravesite 1876 presidential candidate who won by 250,000 popular votes but lost the election by one electoral vote.

Cemetery of the Evergreens, Cemetery Rd, off Rt 22, New Lebanon.

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• HISTORIC SITES & ATTRACTIONS • n Shaker Museum and Library Seasonal outdoor tours of buildings at the Mount Lebanon Shaker Village - please call for tour information, scheduled programming.

Research library located at Old Chatham site; 20 Darrow Rd, New Lebanon; 88 Shaker Museum Rd, Old Chatham; 794-9100; www.shakermuseumandlibrary.org

* Maintained by the Columbia County Historical Society

Attractions n Catamount Adventure Park An aerial forest adventure with 8 courses of zip lines and 115 platforms connected by “bridges” configured of cables, wood and ropes, for ages 8 to adults. Group discounts available.

Catamount Ski Area, 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski.com n Catamount Ski & Snowboarding Area 32 Trails, 3 terrain parks, 6 lifts – including triple chair & summit quad, lessons, rentals, night skiing, Learn to Ski and Ride Packages, children’s lessons & child care. 98% snowmaking.

3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski.com.

For snow conditions: 800-342-1840 n Columbia County Fairgrounds Home of one of the oldest continuously held fairs in the country featuring midway, entertainment, firefighter’s parade.

Rt 66 & 203, Chatham Village; 392-2121; www.columbiafair.com.

Always over Labor Day weekend 10am11pm daily. n Freeride Catamount Offering terrain for XC and DH disciplines including top to bottom singletrack in varying degrees of difficulty from intermediate to expert as well as open trail DH and XC. The single-track trails feature several man-made and natural obstacles including bridging ride-overs, step-ups, down-ladder bridges, table-tops, launches of varying intensity and depth, hip and wall rides, switchback berms and assist bridges, and a signature log ride created by Wild Bill Markham.

Catamount Ski Area, 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski. com/freeride-catamount.cfm n Harlem Valley Rail Trail A paved bicycle/pedestrian path built on the old railroad bed that connected New York City, the Harlem Valley, and Chatham.

Access – Undermountain Rd, off Rt 22, Ancram – Valley View Rd, Copake – Taconic State Park Entrance (near Depot Deli), Copake Falls, HVRT Assoc; 789-9591; www.hvrt.org

n Hudson-Chatham Winery Columbia County’s First Winery. Since opening in 2007, the winery has received numerous awards for its wines.

The tasting room features a large selection of locally produced gourmet products, including many artisanal cheeses.

1900 Rt 66, Ghent 392-WINE (9463); www.hudson-chathamwinery.com; www.hudson-chathamwine.blogspot. com; Saturdays & Sundays 12-5:30pm with extended holiday hours and special events throughout the year. n Hudson Cruises, Inc Paddle-wheeled 150-passenger vessel, sightseeing and dinner cruises. Also available for charter.

Office: Hudson; boat located: Waterfront Park, Front St, Hudson; 822-1014; www.hudsoncruises.com. May-Oct; please check website for schedule. n Lake Taghkanic State Park Camping (tent, trailer, cottages, and cabins), swimming, boat rentals, trails, ice fishing, skating, cross country skiing & snowmobile trails; deer & turkey hunting (bow only) in designated areas in season.

One mile south of the Rt 82 interchange with the Taconic State Parkway or 1528 Rt 82; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks.

Camping season: May-October; park open year-round – fee to enter Memorial Day-Labor Day. n Lebanon Valley Speedway DIRT sanctioned stock car racing.

1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-9606; www.lebanonvalley.com. Saturdays mid-April-Sept, call for mid-week special events during July and Aug n Lebanon Valley Dragway NHRA sanctioned drag racing.

1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-7130; www.dragway.com. April-Oct. n Taconic State Park Camping (tent, trailer, cabins & cottages), swimming; fishing; extensive trail system offering biking and nature trails, nature center, cross country skiing and snowmobile trails; Bash Bish Falls; deer hunting in season.

Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks.

Camping season: May-Dec 6 (cabins available year-round); park open year round – fee to enter Memorial DayLabor Day.

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A wealth of dealers and auctions Canaan

Copake

n Iris Cottage Early American (pre-1890) pattern glass.

n Copake Auction, Inc Specializing in Americana sales and annual specialty auctions including the antique bicycle auction, which is the largest of its kind.

266 Cty Rt 7A; 329-1142; www.copakeauction.com; hours vary, please call.

2068 Rt 295; 781-4379; hours by appt & show. akoppel@taconic.net.

n Sandy Klempner Antiques & Interiors Expect the unexpected in Decorative, Architectural, Folk Art and Country Antiques,as well as one-of-a-kind home furnishings. Interior Design services also offered.

2188 Rt 295; 781-3456; www.sandyklempnerantiques.com; Fri-Sun 10am-5pm.

Chatham Center n The White Goose A variety of antiques and collectibles.

317 Reed Rd (off Rt 66 between Malden Bridge and Chatham Center); 766-3909; daily March-Nov, 9am-4pm, Dec-Feb by chance or call ahead.

Chatham Village n Mark Feder & Son Antique sterling silver flatware (discontinued & obsolete patterns), small furniture and decorative accessories.

161 Hudson Ave (Rt 66); 392-3738; hours by appt. n Pitkin Co. Refinishers & Antiques Specializes in Antique furniture – all periods & types.

14 River St – On Central Square; 392-3162; Mon-Fri 8am-5pm & Sat 8am-12pm.

Claverack n Bryant Farms AGA Sales Antiques, used furniture, collectibles and auctions scheduled first Friday of the month.

Rt 9H & 23; 851-9061; Fri 10am-5pm; Sat & Sun 8am-5pm. n Signed Correctly Antiques & Collectibles Variety of furniture, glass, and collectibles at reasonable prices.

19 Rt 23; 851-7257; signedco@mhcable.com; Thurs-Mon 9am-4pm.

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East Chatham n Antiques at Peaceable Farm Country furniture, general line of antique and collectible items, including antique dolls; offer chair seating services – cane, splint, rush, and Shaker tape.

983 Rt 295; 392-5157; seasonal afternoon hours.

Hillsdale n Red Fox Antiques Quality Americana, folk art, paintings, Early American and English furniture.

Rt. 22; 325-3841; Sat & Sun by appt or chance. n Hillsdale Barn Antiques American country furniture including painted pieces, country accessories, folk art, hooked rugs, quilts, stoneware and baskets from the 18th to early 20th centuries.

10394 State Rt 22; 325-1357; www.hillsdalebarnantiques.com; Seasonal hours, please check website for information.

Hudson n Hudson Antique Dealers Association 70 antique shops fill five historic walking blocks on Warren Street. An amazing array and range of merchandise, spanning all continents and centuries, can be found in Hudson’s antique shops. Formal, country, art modern, European and American furniture, clocks, architectural items, garden furniture, rugs, paintings, porcelains, lighting, ephemera, and decorative accessories abound in Hudson.

822-6522; www.hudsonantiques.net.

Shop days and hours vary, please call ahead.

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n Stair Galleries – Auctioneer and Appraisers Small auction house specializing in estate merchandise, including antiques, fine and decorative art, furnishings and decorations. Twenty auctions a year at the Gallery.

549 Warren Street; 751-1000; www.stairgalleries.com.

Kinderhook n Kinderhook Antiques Center Early glass, textiles, books, furniture/ ironware & tools, kitchen collectibles, china & accessories at reasonable prices.

Rt 9H; 758-7939; Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. n Pavilion Gallery / RH Blackburn & Associates, Inc American period paintings, prints, furniture, decorative accessories and books.

17 Broad Street; 758-1788; www.RHBantiques.com; call for hours.

New Lebanon n The Corner Store Antique furniture and collectible glass and china; specialize in furniture refinishing and repair.

528 Rt 20 (corner of West Street); 794-9191; Wed-Mon 10am-5pm. n Meissner’s Auction House, New Lebanon 60-70 antique auctions per year.

Rts 20 & 22; 766-5002; www.meissnersauction.com; Auction every Saturday at 5pm. n Meissner’s Victorian House Antiques, New Lebanon A large selection of fine antiques, collectibles and paintings.

Rts 20 & 22; 766-5002; www.meissnersauction.com; Seasonal hours – Wed-Sun, 8am-4pm.

Philmont n Out of the Barn Antiques Antiques and collectibles, featuring a wide range of items from the early 19th century to the late 20th century.

1063 Rt 217; 672-4506; pjverde@mhcable.com; Hours by appt.

Spencertown n Spencertown Art & Antiques Reasonably priced fine paintings, prints, art, Americana, antique firearms, furniture.

Rt 203; 392-4442; by appt only.

Valatie n JGA Antique & Collectibles A general line of antiques featuring furniture, estate jewelry, costume jewelry, glassware, Fine Art, decorative art, linens.

3025 Main Street; 758-6393; Wed-Mon 10:30am-5:30pm.

West Taghkanic n Almost Antiques Swap and shop our eclectic inventory of jewelry, home goods and furniture, with a Christmas Corner that should not be missed, in association with Changing Times B&B; 624 Old Rt 82 (1/2 mile N of the Taconic State Parkway); 518-851-3510; Seasonal Hours Fri-Mon 10am-5pm

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Columbia County is alive with cultural activities.

Performing Arts n Bindlestiff Family PE RFORM COLUM BIA Variety Arts, Inc Hudson; 828-7470; www.bindlestiff.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Clarion Concerts in Columbia County PO Box 43, Copake; 329-5613; leafpeepers@taconic.net n Columbia Arts Team “CAT” PE RFORM COLUMBIA Copake Memorial Park Building, Copake; 329-5484; www.columbiaartsteam.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Stageworks/Hudson PERFORM COLUMBIA 41 Cross St (opposite Amtrak), Hudson; 828-7843; www.stageworkshudson.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Taconic Hills Performing Arts Center 73 Cty Rt 11A, Craryville; www.taconic hills.k12.ny.us/community/pac/index.htm n Taconic Stage Company PERFORM COLUMBIA Copake; www.taconicstage.com Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Tannery Pond Concerts at the Mount Lebanon Shaker Village Darrow Rd (off Rt 20), New Lebanon; 888-820-1696; www.tannerypondconcerts.org

n Columbia Festival Orchestra PE RFORM COLUMBIA n The Theater Barn 451 East Allen Street Hudson; 965-3445; PERFORM COLUMBIA 654 Rt 20, New Lebanon; 794-8989; www.columbiafestivalorchestra.org www.theaterbarn.com n Diamond Opera Theater n Time & Space Limited, Hudson; 828-7042; PERFORM COLUMBIA TSL Warehouse www.diamondoperatheater.org 434 Columbia St, Hudson; 822-8448; n Four Nations Ensemble www.timeandspace.org www.fournations.org n Upstage Productions, Inc PERFORM COLUMBIA n Ghent Band PO Box 1177, Hudson; Ghent & Kinderhook, July & August; www.upstageproductionsinc.org 828-3375 n Valatie Community Theatre PERFORM COLUMBIA n Ghent Playhouse Main St, Valatie; 758-1309; PE RFORM COLUM BIA Town Hall Place, Ghent; 392-6264, www.valatietheatre.org www.ghentplayhouse.org n Walking the Dog Theater PERFORM COLUMBIA n Hudson River Classic 39 Oak Hill Rd, Ghent (Mailing Address); PE RFORM COLUM BIA Showcase Theatre 610-0909 and 755-1716; Hudson; 851-7244; www.wtdtheater.org www.hrc-showcasetheatre.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

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n Hudson Opera House PE RFORM COLUM BIA 327 Warren St, Hudson; 822-1438; www.hudsonoperahouse.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Hudson Valley Choral Society 794-9831 n Mac-Haydn Theatre PE RFORM COLUM BIA 1925 Rt 203, Chatham Village; 392-9292, www.machaydntheatre.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n PS/21 PE RFORM COLUMBIA Rt 66, Chatham; 392-6121; www.ps21chatham.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Roving Actors’ Repertory PE RFORM COLUM BIA Ensemble www.twoofusproductions.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Spencertown Academy PE RFORM COLUM BIA Arts Center Rt 203, Spencertown; 392-3693; www.spencertownacademy.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

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n Film Columbia PERFORM COLUMBIA Crandell Theatre, Chatham Village; 392-3445; www.filmcolumbia.com Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Spencertown Academy Arts Center Rt 203, Spencertown; 392-3693; www.spencertownacademy.org n Time & Space Limited, TSL Warehouse 434 Columbia St, Hudson; 822-8448; www.timeandspace.org n The Chatham Film Club PERFORM COLUMBIA P.O. Box 181, East Chatham; Films shown at the Crandell Theatre, Chatham Village; 392-3445; www.thechathamfilmclub.com Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Valatie Community Theatre Main Street, Valatie; 758-1309; www.valatietheatre.org

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Visual Arts n American Pie – Hall Space Gallery 41 Main St, Chatham; 392-6632 n ARTSPACE Corner of Maple & Main Streets, Germantown; Open Fri – Sun during exhibit schedules; Ccurry@valstar.net n The Fields Sculpture Park ART/ OMI, Inc 59 Letter S Rd (off Cty Rt 22 & Rt 9H), Ghent; 392-4747; www.artomi.org n Knapp Hollow Gallery 119 Rodman Rd, Hillsdale; 325-5125 n Masterpiece Arts & Framing 1 Chatham St, Kinderhook; 758-6900 n Millay Colony for the Arts 454 East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; 392-3103; www.millaycolony.org

n Sun Farm Land art/solar alignments; Claverack; 851-7225; www.sky-spirals.org n Taconic Sculpture Park & Gallery Stever Hill Rd, Spencertown; www.taconic.net/kanwit n Thinking Out Loud Ceramic Classes, Paint-Your-Own Pottery, Fused Glass, and parties.

Open Thurs-Sun; 3001 Main St, Valatie; 758-8633; mmicah@berk.com

City of Hudson n Albert Stef Studios 421 Warren St; 828-9970 n BCB Art 116 Warren St; 828-4539; www.BCBART.com

n Park Row Gallery 2 Park Row, Chatham; 392-4800

n Carrie Haddad Gallery 622 Warren St; 828-1915; www.carriehaddadgallery.com

n Spencertown Academy Arts Center Rt 203, Spencertown; 392-3693; www.spencertownacademy.org

n Carrie Haddad Photographs 318 Warren Street; 828-7655

PE RFORM COLUMBIA Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

The Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County (PACCC) is an association of both professional and community-based performing arts businesses that have come together to promote and nurture the performing arts as essential to a healthy economy and cultural life in Columbia County.

www.performcolumbia.com

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n CCCA ArtsWalk The annual ArtsWalk, slated for early October, showcases the work of Columbia County’s visual artists.

ArtsWalk attracts over 6000 visitors to see over 120 art exhibits and demonstrations, as well as concerts, dance performances, poetry readings, lectures, and related happenings.

Contact the Columbia County Council on the Arts at 671-6213 or www.artscolumbia.org n Columbia County Council on the Arts PE RFORM COLUM BIA 209 Warren St; 671-6213; www.artscolumbia.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Deffebach Gallery 135 Warren St; 828-2535 n Hudson Opera House PE RFORM COLUM BIA Exhibits, Performances, Lectures, Workshops.

327 Warren St; 822-1438; www.hudsonoperahouse.org Performing Arts Collective of Columbia County

n Hudson Valley Art Center 337 Warren St; 800-456-0507; www.fncraft.com n J. Damiani Gallery 437 Warren St; 828-5490 n J. Damiani Gallery 237 Warren St; 828-8750 n John Davis Gallery 362 1/2 Warren St; 828-5907; www.johndavisgallery.com n Leo Fortuna Gallery 422 1/2 Warren St; 697-7907; www.leofortuna.com n Limner Gallery 123 Warren St; 828-2343; www.slowart.com/limner

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n Marianne Courville Gallery 341 Warren St, Third Floor; 755-4208, www.mariannecourville.com n Museum of the Imagination 217 Warren St (2nd Floor); 671-6711 n Nicole Fiacco Gallery 506 Warren St; 828-5090 n Ornamentum 506 1/2 Warren St; 671-6770; www.ornamentumgallery.com n Peter Jung Fine Art 512 Warren St; 828-2698; www.peterjungfineart.com n The Gallery at Stageworks/Hudson 41 Cross St (opposite Amtrak), Hudson; 828-7843; www.stageworkshudson.org n Time & Space Limited, TLS Warehouse 434 Columbia St; 822-8448; www.timeandspace.org n Verdigris Art & Tea 13 South 3rd St; 828-3139; www.verdigristea.com n Winter Walk on Warren Street PERFORM COLUMBIA Holiday revelers ride in carriages, drawn by teams of horses, up and down Warren Street, Hudson’s main thoroughfare. Carolers dressed in Victorian costumes sing songs of the season. Musical ensembles and dancers perform in the many shops that fill the street. It’s a scene evocative of days gone by. The Hudson Opera House presents Winter Walk on Warren Street. This free event on the first Saturday of Dec., 5pm-8pm is a holiday tradition.

Contact Hudson Opera House at 822-1438 or visit www.hudsonoperahouse.org

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A year’s worth of fun family events! n Family Fest Fireworks, music, rides, food and fun.

Columbia County Fairgrounds, Rt 66, Chatham Village; 392-2121; www.columbiafair.com/otherevents.html; July 4, 3-10pm (fireworks at 9:30pm) n Independence Day Celebration 18th C. music, entertainment, food and viewing of the Saugerties fireworks over the river.

Clermont State Historic Site, Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240; www.friendsofclermont.org; July 4, 3-10pm n Falcon Ridge Folk Festival A three-day community of folk music and dance. Dodds Farm, 44 County Rt 7D, Hillsdale; 866-325-2744; www.falconridgefolk.com; Mid-July n Open Studio Tour at Art Omi International Artist Residency View works of thirty artists-inresidence at the Art Omi International Artist Residency.

Letter S Rd, Ghent; (212) 206-5684; www.artomi.org; Late July n Blueberry Festival 19th C. craft demonstrations, music, Blueberry pancake breakfast and more.

Old Austerlitz site, Rt 22, Austerlitz; Austerlitz Historical Society; 392-0062; www.oldausterlitz.org; Last Sunday in July

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n Columbia County Fair Nightly entertainment, daily livestock shows, petting zoo, midway rides, food vendors.

Columbia County Fairgrounds, Rt 66, Chatham Village; 392-2121; www.columbiafair.com; Labor Day weekend, 10am-11pm daily n CCCA ArtsWalk Cutting edge art, sculpture, dance, and music over Columbus Day weekend.

Council on the Arts; 671-6213; www.artscolumbia.org n Film Columbia An exciting weekend of film premieres and meet-the-filmmaker events.

Crandell Theater, Main St, Chatham; 392-3445 – Calliope Nicholas; www.filmcolumbia.com; October n Open House at Steepletop Millay Colony for the Arts Annual Festival at Millay Colony featuring former residents work 454 East Hill Road; Austerlitz; 392-4144; www.millaycolony.org; July n A Winter Walk on Warren Street A Winter Wonderland featuring traditional and contemporary entertainment, shops, food and more.

Warren St, Hudson; 822-1438; www.hudsonoperahouse.org; First Saturday in December, 5-8pm

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Aviation/Scenic Rides/ Ballooning n Float on Air Balloon Company, Inc 877-FLOAT HIGH (356-2844); www.floatonair.com n Richmor Aviation, Inc Columbia County Airport, Ghent; 828-9461, www.richmor.com n Russ Barber Hot Air Balloon Rides Stockport; 828-3735; www.balloonbedandbreakfast.com

n Hudson River Front St, Hudson; off Cty Rt 35A; Germantown n Kinderhook Lake Cty Rt 28, Kinderhook; car top boats with electric motors only n Lake Taghkanic State Park Rt 82, Taghkanic; permit required; www.nysparks.com/parks n Queechy Lake Cty Rt 30, Canaan; car top only

Bicycling

Cross-Country Skiing

n Cycle Logic Bicycle Tours and “Third Sundays in the Country” Series of road cycling tours.

April – October; www.cyclelogicaltours.com

n Beebe Hill State Forest Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236*

n Freeride Catamount Catamount Ski Area; 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski. com/freeride-catamount.cfm n Harlem Valley Rail Trail Access – Undermountain Rd, off Rt 22, Ancram – Valley View Rd, Copake – Taconic State Park Entrance (near Depot Deli), Copake Falls, HVRT Assoc; 789-9591; www.hvrt.org n Lake Taghkanic State Park Off Taconic State Parkway or 1528 Rt 82, Taghkanic; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks n Martin Van Buren Park Rt 9H (across from Martin Van Buren NHS), Kinderhook; 758-9689 n Pachaquack Preserve Elm St (off Rt 203) Village of Valatie; 758-9806

n Borden’s Pond Conservation Area Off Rt 203, outside Chatham Village; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Clermont State Historic Site Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240; www.nysparks.com/sites n Crellin Community Park Rt 66, outside of Chatham Village n The Fields Sculpture Park ART/ OMI, Inc 59 Letter S Rd, Ghent; 392-4747; www.artomi.org n Greenport Conservation Area Daisy Hill Rd, off Joslen Blvd, Greenport; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Hand Hollow Conservation Area Cty Rt 9, New Lebanon, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Harlem Valley Rail Trail HVRT Assoc, 789-9591, see page 13 for more details; www.hvrt.org

n River Street Park River St (off Rt 9) Village of Valatie; 758-9806 n Taconic State Park Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks

Boat Cruises

n Harvey Mountain State Forest East Hill Rd (off Rt 22, near the I-90 B-3 Exit), Austerlitz; 828-0236* n High Falls Conservation Area Roxbury Rd (off Rt 217), Philmont Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Hudson Cruises, Inc 822-1014 or www.hudsoncruises.com

n Lake Taghkanic State Park Taghkanic; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks

Boat Launch Sites

n Livingston State Forest White Birch and Oak Hill Rd, Livingston

n Copake Lake Cty Rt 7, Copake

n Martin Van Buren Park Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9689

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n New Forge State Forest Rt 82, Taghkanic; 828-0236* n Olana State Historic Site Rt 9G, 828-0135; www.nysparks.com/sites

Hiking Trails

n Pachaquack Preserve Elm St, Valatie; 758-9806

n Beebe Hill State Forest Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236*

n River Street Park River Str, Valatie; 758-9806

n Borden’s Pond Conservation Area Off Rt 203, outside Chatham Village, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Roeliff Jansen Park 9140 Rt 22, Hillsdale; www.roejanpark.org n Round Ball Conservation Area Carson Rd (off Rt 22), Ancram, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Schor Conservation Area Cemetery Rd, (off Cty Rt 24) Canaan Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Siegel-Kline Kill Conservation Area Rt 21 (Garage Place Road), Ghent, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Clermont State Historic Site Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240; www.nysparks.com/sites n Crellin Community Park Rt 66, outside of Chatham Village n Drowned Land Swamp Conservation Area Cty Rt 3 (off Rt 22), Ancram; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Greenport Conservation Area Daisy Hill Rd, off Joslen Blvd, Greenport; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Taconic State Park Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks

n Hand Hollow Conservation Area Cty Rt 9, New Lebanon, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

Golfing

n Harlem Valley Rail Trail HVRT Assoc; 789-9591; see page 9 for more details; www.hvrt.org

n Campbell’s Hillside Driving Range 61 Bloody Hill Rd, Craryville; 325-6651 n Copake Country Club 44 Golf Course Rd, Copake; 325-4338; www.copakecountryclub.com n Farmer’s Range 2878 Rt 203, Valatie n Ghent Driving Range County Rt 9 & Hugo Dr, Ghent; 672-7996 n Meadowgreens Golf Course & Restaurant 1238 Rt 9H, Ghent; 828-0663; www.meadowgreensresort.com n Undermountain Golf Course, Inc 274 Undermountian Rd, Ancram; 329-4444; www.undermountaingolf.com

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n Winding Brook Country Club 2839 Rt 203, Valatie; 758-7054; www.windingbrookcountryclub.com

n Harrier Hill Park Rod and Gun Rd, Stockport http://www.scenichudson.org/whatyoucando/visitourparks/harrierhillpark n Harvey Mountain State Forest Access – East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; 828-0236* n High Falls Conservation Area Roxbury Rd (off Rt 217), Philmont, Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Lake Taghkanic State Park Off Taconic State Parkway or Rt 82, Taghkanic; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks n Livingston State Forest White Birch and Oak Hill Rd, Livingston

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Rural Landscapes CONNECTING

People to the Land Explore & enjoy the natural beauty of our scenic Public Conservation Areas BORDEN’S POND CONSERVATION AREA Rt 203, Ghent DROWNED LANDS SWAMP CONSERVATION AREA Rt 3, Ancram GREENPORT CONSERVATION AREA Daisy Hill Rd, Greenport HAND HOLLOW CONSERVATION AREA Gale Hill Rd & Rts 9 & 34 New Lebanon HIGH FALLS CONSERVATION AREA Roxbury Rd Philmont/Claverack OOMS CONSERVATION AREA AT SUTHERLAND POND Hartigan & Rock City Rds Chatham ROUND BALL MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION AREA Carlson Rd (off Rt 22) Ancram SIEGEL-KLINE KILL CONSERVATION AREA Rt 21 (Garage Place) Ghent SCHOR CONSERVATION AREA Cemetery Rd Red Rock/Canaan

P.O. Box 299 · 49 Main Street · Chatham, NY 12037 (518) 392-5252 · www.clctrust.org

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n Martin Van Buren Park Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9689 n New Forge State Forest New Forge Rd, Taghkanic; 828-0236* n Olana State Historic Site Rt 9G, Hudson; 828-0135; www.nysparks.com/sites n Ooms Conservation Area at Sutherland Pond Hartigan Rd, Chatham; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Pachaquack Preserve Elm St, Valatie; 758-9806 n River Street Park River St, Valatie; 758-9806 n Round Ball Mountain Conservation Area Carson Rd (off Rt 22), Ancram; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Roeliff Jansen Park 9140 Rt 22, Hillsdale; www.roejanpark.org n Schor Conservation Area Cemetery Rd, (off Cty Rt 24) Canaan Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Siegel-Kline Kill Conservation Area Rt 21 (Garage Place Road), Ghent; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Taconic State Park Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks n Wilson M Powell Wildlife Sanctuary Hunt Club Rd, Old Chatham; www.alandevoebirdclub.org

Horseback Riding n Western Riding Stables, Inc 228 Sawchuk Rd, on the Ancram/ Millerton line; 789-4848; www.westernridingstables.com

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Hunting n Beebe Hill State Forest Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236* n Harvey Mountain State Forest East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; 828-0236* n Houtalings Island Hudson River – boat access only n Lake Taghkanic State Park 851-3631; Bow season only; www.nysparks.com/parks n Lido’s Game Farm/Hunt Club Berkshire Rd, Taghkanic; 329-1551 Private and public hunts, reservations accepted; www.lidoshuntny.com n Livingston State Forest White Birch and Oak Hill Rd, Livingston n New Forge State Forest New Forge Rd, Taghkanic; 828-0236* n Quality Adventures Inc Guide Service Stottville; 822-9353; licensed hunting and fishing guide n Rogers Island State Wildlife Management Area Greenport, Boat access only n Taconic State Park Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993; bow and rifle hunting – deer only; www.nysparks.com/parks

Sanctuaries/ Preserves Information and links for these sites can be found on www.clctrust.org n Freund Wildlife Sanctuary Pitt Rd, Old Chatham n Hudson River Islands State Park – on the River, access by boat only n Lewis A Swyer Preserve Mill Creek Boardwalk, Rt 9J, Stuyvesant

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n Pachaquack Preserve Elm St, Valatie; 758-9806

n Harlem Valley Rail Trail A paved bicycle/pedestrian path built on the old railroad bed that connected New York City, the Harlem Valley, and Chatham, NY. Access - Undermountain Rd, off Rt 22, Ancram; - Valley View Rd, Copake; - Taconic State Park Entrance (near Depot Deli), Copake Falls; HVRT Assoc.; 789-9591; www.hvrt.org

n Rheinstrom Hill Audubon Center Cambridge Rd., Hillsdale; 325-5203

n Harrier Hill Park Rod and Gun Road, Stockport; www.scenichudson.org/whatyoucando/ visitourparks/harrierhillpark

n Rogers Island State Wildlife Management Area Hallenbeck Rd, Greenport

n Harvey Mountain State Forest* Access: East Hill Rd (off Rt 22, near the I-90 B-3 Exit), Austerlitz;

n Stockport Creek State Wetland Preservation Area Cty Rt 25, Stockport

n High Falls Conservation Area Roxbury Road (off Rt 217), Philmont.

Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center Rt 66, Ghent; 828-4386 n Nutton Hook State Unique Area Rt 9J, Stuyvesant

n Wilson M Powell Wildlife Sanctuary Hunt Club Rd, Old Chatham; www.alandevoebirdclub.org

Snowshoeing n Beebe Hill State Forest* County Rt 5, Austerlitz n Borden’s Pond Conservation Area Off Rt 203, outside Chatham Village.

Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Clermont State Historic Site Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240 n Columbia Land Conservancy 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Crellin Community Park Rt 66, outside Village of Chatham; n Drowned Land Swamp Conservation Area County Rt 3 (off Rt 22), Ancram n The Fields Sculpture Park ART/ OMI, Inc. 59 Letter S Rd (off Cty Rt 22 & Rt 9H), Ghent; 392-4747; www.artomi.org

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n Lake Taghkanic State Park Off Taconic State Parkway or 1528 Rt 82, Taghkanic; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks n Livingston State Forest* White Birch Hill and Oak Hill Rd, Livingston n Martin Van Buren Park Rt 9H (across from Martin Van Buren NHS), Kinderhook; 758-9689 n New Forge State Forest* New Forge Rd #2, off Rt 82, Taghkanic n Olana State Historic Site 5720 Rt 9G, Greenport; 828-0135 n Ooms Conservations Area at Sutherland Pond Hartigan Rd, Chatham; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org n Pachaquack Preserve Elm St (off Rt 203), Valatie Village n River Street Park Pump Station Rd (off Rt 9) Valatie Village n Roeliff Jansen Park 9140 Rt 22, Hillsdale; www.roejanpark.org

n Greenport Conservation Area Daisy Hill Rd, off Joslen Blvd, Greenport; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Round Ball Mountain Conservation Area Carson Rd, off Rt 22, Ancram; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Hand Hollow Conservation Area County Rt 9, New Lebanon; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Schor Conservation Area Cemetery Rd, (off Cty Rt 24), Canaan; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

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n Siegel-Kline Kill Cty Rt 21, Ghent; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

n Taconic State Park Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks

Swimming

n Taconic State Park Rt 344 off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks

n Knickerbocker Lake Rt 9 outside Valatie n Lake Taghkanic State Park Taconic State Parkway or Rt 82, Taghkanic; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks

n Wilson M. Powell Wildlife Sanctuary Hunt Club Rd, off Cty Rt 13, Old Chatham; www.alandevoebirdclub.org

Snowmobile Trails/ Areas n Beebe Hill State Forest County Rt 5, Austerlitz; State Forest Ranger C. Dicintio; 828-0236 n Harvey Mountain State Forest* Access: East Hill Rd (off Rt 22, near the I-90 B-3 Exit), Austerlitz; n Hudson Park 3521 Rt 9, Greenport/Livingston; 851-2228; Access to 165 acres of open fields. Please park at the restaurant and check with Management for fee and regulations.

n Taconic State Park Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks

Birdwatchers’ Paradise

Columbia County is a welcoming haven for more than 260 species of birds and the people who love them.

For a free copy of our Columbia County Bird Guide, call (800) 724-1846, or visit ww.bestcountryroads.com/birding. *For more information – NY State Forest Ranger Chris Dicintio 828-0236

n Lake Taghkanic State Park One mile South of the Rt 82 interchange with the Taconic State Parkway or 1528 Rt 82; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks n New Forge State Forest* New Forge Rd #2, off Rt 82, Taghkanic

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n Catamount Ski & Snowboarding Area 32 Trails, 3 terrain parks, 6 lifts - including triple chair & all new quad, lessons, rentals, night skiing, children’s lessons and child care. 98% snowmaking.

3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski.com; For snow conditions call 800-342-1840

n Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center Rt 66, Ghent; CC Soil & Water; 828-4386

n Catamount Adventure Park A ropes activity course for children (age 8) to adults.

Catamount Ski Area, 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200; www.catamountski.com

n Old Chatham Sheepherding Co Farm Visit this farm and watch milking and cheese making.

99 Shaker Museum Rd, Old Chatham; 794-7733.

n Chatham Bowl & Side Door Grille Family Fun. 248 Rt 295, Chatham; 392-5050 n Columbia County Fair Nightly entertainment, daily livestock shows, petting zoo, midway rides, racing pigs, food and vendors Columbia County Fairgrounds, Rt 66, Chatham Village; www.columbiafair.com; Always over Labor Day Weekend (Wednesday - Monday) n Hudson Cruises, INC Offers Dinning, Dancing and Scenic Cruises, Sunday Brunch Cruises.

Waterfront Park, Front St, Hudson; 822-1014; www.hudsoncruises.com n Lake Taghkanic State Park One mile south of the Rt 82 interchange with the Taconic State Parkway or 1528 Rt 82; 851-3631; www.nysparks.com/parks; Camping season: May-October; park open YR – fee to enter Memorial DayLabor Day, see page 9 for more details n Lebanon Valley Dragway NHRA sanctioned drag racing.

1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-7130; www.dragway.com; April-October n Lebanon Valley Speedway DIRT sanctioned stock car racing.

1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-9606; www.lebanonvalley.com. Saturdays midApril-September, call for mid-week special events during July and August n Love Apple Farm Petting Zoo Visit the petting zoo, featuring a calf, chickens, ducks, goat, lambs, llama, peacock, pigs, prairie dogs and other baby animals that children may feed.

1421 Rt 9H, Ghent; 828-5048; www.loveapplefarm.com; Entrance fee varies. Open June-November

n Mill Creek Boardwalk Lewis A Swyer Preserve, Rt 9J, Stuyvesant n Nutton Hook State Unique Area Rt 9J, Stuyvesant

n Roeliff Jansen Park An ideal location all year ‘round for children and family activities…picnics, beautiful walking trails, a playground and a unique sand volleyball court…in the Summer wade in the cool waters of the Roeliff Jansen kill.

9140 Rt 22, Hillsdale; www.roejanpark.org n Skate Factory/SFX Skatepark Roller skating, skateboarding, great birthday parties, music and FUN! 1131 Rt 9H, Ghent 822-8453; www.skatefactory.net; www.sfxtreme.com n Spruce Ridge Alpaca Farm Farm and gift shop open by appoinment 434 Cty Rt 13; 794-6294; please call for hours; www.spruceridgefarm.com n Taconic State Park Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 329-3993; www.nysparks.com/parks Camping season: mid-May-November (cabin rentals extended for hunters); park open YR – fee to enter Memorial Day-Labor Day, see page 9 for more details. n Western Riding Stables, Inc Lessons, trail rides, pack trips, pony rides and hay/sleigh rides 228 Sawchuk Rd, on the Ancram/ Millerton line; 789-4848; www.westernridingstables.com n Wilson M Powell Wildlife Sanctuary Hunt Club Rd, off Cty Rt 13, Old Chatham; www.alandevoebirdclub.org

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Carolyn’s Family Restaurant

3 County Rt 8; 329-5431; Fresh regional fare Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 6am-5pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 7am-1pm

22 Main St; 392-5673; American Mon-Sun 6am-3pm (Weekends - Breakfast all day) Mon & Thurs 5-8pm, Fri & Sat 5-9pm

The Pond Restaurant & Banquet Facility

Chatham Cake Shoppe & Patisserie

The Farmer’s Wife

711 Cty Rt 3; 329-1500 Old-Fashioned, real home cooking in a casual “Appalachian lodge” setting Wed-Sat 4-9pm Sun 12-9pm

31 Hudson Ave; 392-9866; Homemade Baked Goods featured at Lippera’s at the Chatham House; Wedding and special occasion cakes Daily 7am-5pm

Chatham Chinese Restaurant

Austerlitz

15 Dardess Drive #8; 392-9898; Chinese Mon-Thurs 11am-10:30pm, Fri & Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm

O’s Eatery

309 Rigor Hill Rd; 392-1001; Italian & American, home cooked entrees Mon-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri 7am-11pm, Sat 7am-9pm, Sun 7am-10pm

Chatham House Tavern

Canaan Crow’s Nest Cafe at Magpie Primitives

Corner of Rt 295 and Cty Rt 5 (Old Post Rd); 781-0082; Weekly menus featuring local fresh products; breakfast foods, fresh wraps; fresh soups daily Thurs-Mon 9am-5pm

Chatham Blue Plate Restaurant

1 Kinderhook St; 392-7711; www.chathamblueplate.net Contemporary American Tues-Thurs 5:30-9pm (to 9:30pm, July 1 to Labor Day) Fri-Sat 5:30-9:30pm (to 10pm, July 1 to Labor Day) Sun 5-9pm

29 Hudson Ave; 392-6605; www.lipperas.com “Lunch all Day” Mon-Thurs 11:30am-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 11:30am-10:30pm, Sun 11am-9pm (Winter hours: closed Tuesday)

Destino – Cocina Mexicana and Margarita Bar

1 Church St; 392-6663; Authentic Mexican Cuisine along with American favorites served with a Mexican flair.

Weekdays 5-9pm, Fri & Sat 5-9:30pm, Sunday brunch 10-2pm and dinner 5-9pm

LaBella Pizza & Pasta

15 Dardess Drive #6; 392-7744; Italian, Pizza Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am12am; Sun 12-10pm

Columbia County Bounty’s mission is to promote and support networking connections between local agricultural producers and culinary businesses, as well as to educate the community about the preservation of local farms through the purchase and use of local and regional sustainable foods and products, not only from Columbia County but also the entire Hudson Valley.

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Lippera’s at the Chatham House

29 Hudson Ave; 392-6600; www.lipperas.com Historic 1859 landmark hotel fully restored as an award-winning restaurant, tavern, and shops with atrium, live music, wraparound porches and catering hall. Explore the upscale interesting Promenade shops or just lounge on the porch swings.

Mon-Thurs 5-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 5-10:30pm, Sunday 10am-2pm for brunch and 4-9pm (Winter hours: closed Tuesday)

Mado Patisserie

10 Main St A variety of French pastries from Chef Delosh such as tarts, tiny mousse cakes, muffins, scones and flavored brioche Thurs-Sun 10am-5pm

Marisa’s Bagel Cafe

41 Main St; 392-7388 Bagel, soups, salad, panini, wraps Mon-Sat 7am-4pm, Sun 8am-3pm

Our Daily Bread

54 Main St; 392-9852 Gourmet sandwiches, vegetarian selections, artisanal bread, with everything made in-house Daily 7am-5pm

Peint O Gwrw

36 Main St; 392-2337 Pub & pub fare Tues-Sun Lunch and Dinner hours

Pizza Den

10 Austerlitz St; 392-3636 Italian American, Pizza Tues-Sun 11:30am-10pm

Ralph’s Pretty Good Café 20 Main St; 392-3291 International, vegetarian Mon-Sat 7am-5:30pm, Sun 8am-4pm

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Side Bar Grill @ the Chatham Bowl 248 Rt 295; 392-6190; Hot food, subs, appetizers, family atmosphere – with children’s parties Daily 11am-closing

Sorella’s Deli 3 Church St; 392-7800; An Italian American deli Mon-Fri 6am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm April-January

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Main St Delicious Ice Cream - made on the premises, milkshakes, Italian ice, sundaes and cones.

Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri – Sat 11am-10pm Sun 11am-8pm

Zia’s Pizza and Family Restaurant On the Circle - Main St; 392-7773 Pizza, wings, pasta & dinners, hot & cold subs, wraps Tues-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 12-9pm

Claverack Coyote Flaco 6032 Rt 9H; 851-9042 Mexican Bar and Grill Fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas, vegetarian plates, wings and more Tues - Sat 1-10pm, Sun 1-9pm

Keeler’s Eskimo Bar Intersection of Rt 9H & 23; 851-7520 Burgers, subs, sandwiches and all kinds of ice cream Apr-Sept Daily 11am-9pm

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Elizaville

Hot-Digg-Ity’s Pizzeria & Hometown Grill

The Elizaville Diner

1229 Rt 9, Columbiaville (next to the Columbiaville Post Office) 828-6892 Pizza, Italian-American dinners, homemade soups and salads, subs, burgers and sandwiches, fresh baked cookies Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-10pm

Copake Dad’s Copake Diner

Main Street (Cty Rt 7A); 329-3237 Home cooked meals from eggs to Prime Rib and Fish in a 50’s style diner Sun-Thurs 7am-8pm, Fri & Sat 7am-9pm

Copake Lake The Greens Restaurant at Copake Country Club

44 Golf Course Rd; 325-0019; www.copakecountryclub.com American Tues -Thurs & Mon 11:30am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11:30-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm, closed Tues-Wed during off season

Craryville Martindale Chief Diner 1000 Route 23; 851-2525 Home-made American Diner Food Sat-Thurs 6:30am-8:30pm, Fri 6:30am-9:30pm

Germantown ‘Cue to Go

230 Cty Rt 6; 537-7246; www.creativecuisine.com Take-out BBQ Wed & Thurs 11am-7pm Fri & Sat 11am-8pm

Haley’s Indian - American Restaurant and Deli

4301 Rt-9G; 672-7500, ext 1 Taste of India; Buffet dining - Mon-Fri, Mon-Sun 9am-10am

Otto’s Market

215 Main St; 537-7200; www.ottosmarket.com Full grocery and specialty food store Mon-Sat 7am-7pm Sun 7am-3pm

Palatine Park Pizza

85 Palatine Park Rd; 537-6262 Pizza, Italian Dinners, Subs Tue-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am10pm, Sun 2-9pm

Red Barn Deli

101 Main St; 537-6330 American Deli/Diner Mon-Fri 6am-3:30pm, Sat 7am-2:30pm, Sun 8am-2:30pm

Ghent

East Chatham The Cottage Restaurant Rt 295; 392-4170 Homemade American, Eclectic Wed-Mon 9am-9pm

573 W Kerleys Corners Rd; 845-756-3557; www.elizavillediner.com American and Greek Specialties, Daily Specials Sun-Thurs 6am-9pm, Fri & Sat 6am-10pm

The Café at The Fields 1405 Cty Rt 22; 392-6021; www.artomi.org Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm; Sat-Sun only during off season

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Dairy Queen Brazier

Rt 66; 392-3440 Fast Food & Ice Cream Seasonal: Daily 11am-9pm

Kozel’s Restaurant

1006 Rt 9H; 828-3326 Family owned & operated for over 60 years. Specializes in steaks, prime rib & fresh seafood. Banquet facilities for up to 300 people.

Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sun - Kitchen hours 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat - Kitchen hours 11am-11p

Love Apple Farm Café

1421 Rt 9H; 828-5048; www.loveapplefarm.com Serving authentic Mexican food, cold and hot soups, light American fare, truly homemade desserts, ice cream and more.

Daily 11am-4pm. in season www.loveapplefarm.com

The Red Barn

47 Old Post Rd (off Rt 9H); 828-6677 American, Bistro Fri & Sat 5:30-11pm, Seasonal with takeout menu Thur - Sat 3-7:30pm Off season

White Stone Café

2337 Rt 66; 392-7171; www.whitestonecafe.com Continental, American, Greek and all you can eat buffet.

Mon 6am-3pm, Tues-Sun 6

Greenport Applebee’s

420 Fairview Ave; 828-0000; www.applebees.com Real Food. Real Fun. Real Close. Car side to go.

Mon-Thurs 11am-12am, Fri & Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-11pm

Bagel Tyme

389 Fairview Ave; 822-1510; Bagels, Sandwiches, soup Daily 6am-3pm

Bubba Bean BBQ

93 Union Turnpike (Rt 66); 828-7222; Barbeque Daily 10am-10pm

Chinatown Restaurant

160 Fairview Plaza; 822-0929; www.hudson-chinesefood.com Chinese Sun-Thurs 11am-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am11:30pm

Joe’s Restaurant

407 Fairview Ave; 828-9028; Italian, American Tue-Wed 5-10pm, Thurs-Sat 5-11pm

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Labella’s Pizza

350 Fairview Ave; 828-1844; Pizza, Pasta, Italian dinners Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri & Sat 11ammidnight; Sun 12-10pm

Morabito’s Sub Shop

Healy Blvd & Rt 66; 828-2671 Italian/American Mon-Sat 8am-7pm

The Office Deli OASIS 160 Fairview Ave; 671-6023; www.theofficedeli.com American café Mon-Fri 10:30am-2:30pm

Pizza Hut

235 Fairview Ave; 828-4359 American & Italian Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11am10pm, Sun 12-9pm

Plaza Diner

300 Fairview Ave; 822-0356 American, Greek, Italian, Seafood, Steaks & Chops Daily 7am-11pm

Spring Garden Restaurant 350 Fairview Ave; 828-4770 Chinese Daily 11:30am-10:30pm

Harlemville (Ghent/Hillsdale) Hawthorne Valley Farm

327 Rte 21C; 672-7500 (ext 1); www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org Organic and natural soups, sandwiches and entrees prepared daily by CIA graduate chef Mon-Sat 7:30am-7pm, Sun 9am-5pm

Hillsdale Four Brothers Pizza Inn

2828 Rt 23; 325-7300; www.fourbrotherspizzainn.com Greek, American Daily 10:30am-10pm

Hillsdale Country Diner Rt 22; 325-9230; Diner - American Mon-Sat 6am-8pm, Sun 7am-7pm

Hillsdale House

Village Square (Rt 23); 325-7111 Grilled steaks, fresh seafood, nightly specials, wood fired pizza oven, restaurant & tavern Sun – Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri & Sat 11am – 10pm

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Mount Washington House

2627 Rt 23; 325-4631; www.mtwashingtonhouse.com Burgers, sandwiches, Quesadillas, Daily specials, late night menu available Mon-Wed 4pm-close, Thurs-Sat 11:30am-close, Sun 12pm-close

Swiss Hutte Restaurant and Lodging

Rte 23; 325-3333; www.swisshutte.com Continental (Swiss specialties) Lunch Fri-Sat 12-2pm, Sun 12-3pm Dinner Wed & Thurs 5:30-9pm, Fri & Sat 5:30-9:30pm, Sun 5-9pm, and Tues 5:30-9pm Summer only

Tres’ Corazones Restaurant

3 Underhill Road (off Rt 22); 325-0026; www.UnderHillInn.com Latin Cuisine – Paella, Steak, Seafood Bringing the spice & lovin’ to the Hudson Valley area Fri & Sat 5-9pm Sun 3-7pm

407 Warren St; 822-9146; www.thecascadeshudson.com High-quality, casual fare in an historic downtown location Mon-Sat 8am-4pm

The Corner Lunchbox

149 Joslen Blvd; 828-1005; Soups, sandwiches, wraps, hot dogs, using local, organically grown produce in season Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

DABA

225 Warren St; 249-4631; www.dabahudson.com Contemporary Fine Dining and Bar Food Menu Mon-Thurs 6-10pm, Fri & Sat 6-11pm

Davi’s Delights

41 Green St; 828-0725; Burgers, Wraps, Seafood Sandwiches, Finger food, sandwiches, soups, and desserts... ice cream, floats, sundaes Daily 11am-8pm Seasonal

Debbie’s Li’l Restaurant

Hudson Baba Louie’s Organic Sourdough Pizza Company 517 Warren Street; 751-2155; www.babalouiespizza.com Organic Pizza, Pasta, Salad Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 11:30am-3pm Lunch and 5-9:30pm Dinner Sat & Sun 11:30am-10pm

Bagel Tyme

41 North Sixth Street; 828-8979; Bagels, Sandwiches, Home made soups Mon-Sat 6am-3pm

Ca’Mea Ristorante

The Cascades

333 Warren St; 822-0005; www.camea-restaurant.com Old family recipes and Italian hospitality Tues-Sun 12-3pm, Tues-Sat 5-10pm and Sun 5-9pm

747 Columbia St; 828-4307; Home made breakfast - lunch Mon-Fri 6:30am-1:30pm, Sat 6:30am-11am

Earth Foods Café

523 Warren St; 822-1396 Sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups Mon, Wed, Thurs 9am-3pm, Fri-Sun 9am-4pm

The Family Deli

69 Fairview Ave; 828-5444; Soups, wraps, clubs (hot and cold) panini, salads. “The taste you come home to” Mon-Sat 10:30am – 7:30pm

Grand Buffet

90 Green St; 828-3399; Chinese, American, Japanese Sun-Thurs 11am-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 11am-10:30pm

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Hudson Park Restaurant

3521 Rte 9; 851-2228 A baseball themed “joint” serving stadium fare - hot dogs (many varieties), hamburgers, wings, fries, shakes, veggie burgers, falafel, specialty sandwiches and fresh salads.

Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sunday 9am-8pm (extended hours in Summer)

La Gamin Country

609 Warren St; 828-2885 www.legamin.com French Cafe – friendly, casual, relaxing, with good food and nice ambiance.

Children are welcomed.

Thurs-Tues 9am-5pm

LICK

253 Warren St; 828-7254; www.lickhudson.com A distinctive ice cream parlor featuring Jane’s Ice Cream home made in the Hudson Valley; specialty sundaes; homemade local fruit compotes; milkshakes featuring milk from Ronnybrook Farm; custom ice cream sandwiches made with locally baked cookies; 100% fruit smoothies and fabulous espressos.

Daily 1-10pm May-October

Mexican Radio

537 Warren St, 828-7770 www.mexrad.com Mexican Radio’s fabulous Mexican food and delicious margaritas are drawing crowds.

Daily 11:30am-11pm

Muddy Cup Coffee House

742 Warren St; 828-2210; www.muddycup.com Offers baked goods and desserts; juices; Italian sodas; smoothies; specialty coffees, teas and hot chocolates and wireless internet service for your laptop and desktop computers available Mon-Thurs 7am-10pm, Fri 7am-11pm, Sat 8am-11pm, Sun 8am-9pm

Nolita’s Bakery Cafe

454 Warren St; 828-4905 Specializes in fresh baked goods baked on premises and delicious specialty sandwiches, soup, quiches and burgers Mon-Fri 7am-4pm, Sat & Sun 8am-5pm

Park Place Pizza

12 Park Place; 828-4546 Pizza & calzones, sandwiches, burgers, subs, salads Mon & Wed 11am-9pm, Tues 11am4pm, Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 4-9pm

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(p.m.) Wine and Tapas Bar 119 Warren St; 828-2833; www.pmwinebar.com A great selection of incredible wines, delicious meats and the best cheeses available from local sources to enhance your experience.

5-10pm Tues-Thurs, 5pm-midnight Fri and Sat, 1-6pm Sun

Red Chopstick

305 Warren St; 828-7926 Szechuan & Cantonese Free Delivery available Mon-Thur 11am-10:30pm, Fri & Sat 11am-11:30pm, Sun 12-10pm

Red Dot Restaurant & Bar

321 Warren St; 828-3657 Bistro Wed-Mon 5-10pm Sat & Sun 11am-3pm

Scali’s Pasta & Pizza

974 Columbia St; 828-9186 Italian, American Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11am11pm; Sun 12-9pm

Strongtree Organic Roasters 60 South Front St, (near the Train Depot); 697-8851 Specialty Organic coffees: by the cup and by the pound, proper espresso, local artisan goodies and fine chocolates Mon-Fri 6am-6pm, Sat and Sun 8am-4pm

Swoon Kitchenbar

340 Warren St; 822-8938; www.swoonkitchenbar.com A Neighborhood Brasserie Thurs, Sun, Mon 5-10pm Fri & Sat 5-11pm Fri-Sun 12-3:30pm

Tanzy’s

223 Warren St; 828-5165 American favorites and afternoon tea, gifts and gift baskets Sun 8am-noon (breakfast only) Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat 8am-3pm Late afternoon tea by reservation only

The Spotty Dog Books & Ale 440 Warren St; 671-6006; www.thespottydog.com Snack, baked goods, coffee, tea, ale Mon-Thurs 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 12-6pm

Verdigris Tea Café & Bakery

13 S 3rd St; 828-3139; www.verdigristea.com Specializing in loose teas, teas by the cup and pot, retail tea store and a brunch/ lunch cafe with a daily menu.

Wed-Mon 10-6pm

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Vico Restaurant

Pi Café

Wasabi

Livingston

136 Warren St; 828-6529; www.vico-restaurant.com Bringing the warmth of Tuscan hospitality to Hudson.

Thurs-Mon 5-9:30pm Sat-Sun Lunch 12-5pm

807 Warren St; 828-1888 Japanese Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm Dinner Mon-Thurs 4:30pm-9:30pm Fri & Sat 4:30pm-10:30pm Sun 3pm-9:3

Wunderbar & Bistro

744 Warren Street; 828-0555; www.wunderbarandbistro.com Comfort Food Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm Dinner Mon-Sat 5-10pm

Kinderhook Bagel Tyme

Broad Street (Rt 9); 758-1313 Bagels & More Daily 7am-4pm

Bean’s Place

Bean’s Place – Kinderhook 3 Albany Ave; 758-2500 “Fresh and Real” – specialty sandwiches and omelets, daily specials, home-made soups and desserts Thurs & Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Mon & Wed 8am-2pm Memorial Day weekendNovember, please call for Winter hours

Carolina House

59 Broad Street (Rt 9); 758-1669 New American Mon, Wed, Thurs 5-9:30pm, Fri & Sat 5-10pm, Sun 4-9:30pm

16 Hudson St; 758-9355 Home-made sandwiches, soups, salads; dinner specials and regular menu featuring fish, chicken, steaks Mon & Tues 11am-8pm, Wed 11am4pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-9pm

Bells Pond Diner

Corner of Rt 9 & Rt 82; 851-2220 Breakfast to go, American Diner food, Pizza to go.

Mon-Sat 6am-2pm Sunday 7am-1pm

Blue Stores Restaurant

2215 Rt 9; 537-6518 Regional Continental menu Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm (kitchen closes 9pm) Fri & Sat 11am-12am (Kitchen closes 10pm)

Happy Clown Ice Cream Shop Intersection of Routes 9 & 82; 851-2177 Ice cream April-September Daily 11am-9pm

New Lebanon Buckey’s Bagels & Pizza

Rts 22/20, Valley Plaza; 794-8865 Bagels, pizza, deli sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches and bakery items Daily 5:30am-2:30pm

China City Takeout

501 Rt 20; 794-9181 Chinese Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am11pm

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Fresco’s Wood Fired Pizza & Pasta 569 Rts 20 & 22; 794-9339 Pizza, Pasta, Subs, Salads Daily 11:30am-10pm

Lagonia’s Pizza & Café

94 Main St; 672-5733; www.lagonias.com Pizza, pasta, steaks, daily specials, breakfast entrees Daily 7am-10pm, Flexible Monday hours – please call ahead

Hitchinpost Café

Tilden Place Rts 20/22; 794-9092 Family Restaurant Daily 7am-3pm, Fri until 9pm

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Jimmy D’s Pizza Royale & Restaurant

Rts 20/22; 794-8161 Greek, Italian, American, Pizza Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat & Sun 7am-10pm

111 Main St; 672-7801; www.local111.com American featuring seasonal and local produce Wed-Sun 5:30-9:30pm, Sat & Sun Café8:30am-2:30pm

Main Street Public House

Mario’s Restaurant

458 Rts 20/22; 794-9495; www.thespencerhouse.com/resto Northern Italian and American cuisine.

Mon, Wed, Thurs 4-9pm (9:30pm in season), Sat 4-10pm, Sun 12-10pm

The Pillars Restaurant

860 Rt 20; 794-8007; www.pillarsrestaurant.com Enjoy the continental cuisine in the ambience of the refurbished 1834 Carriage House.

February-December Wed-Sat 5-9pm, Sun 4-8pm

Old Chatham

12 Main St; 672-7346; www.mainstpublichouse.com Organic pub fare featuring local and biodynamic foods when available; specialty Craft Ales, signature Cocktails Wed-Thurs 5-10pm, Fri 11am-12am, Sat 9am-12am, Sun 9am-9pm

The Vanderbilt House

161 Main St; 672-9993 American Regional, Seafood & Steaks Wed-Sat Lunch 11am-2pm & Dinner 5-9pm, Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm

Spencertown

Jackson’s Old Chatham House

Dan’s Diner

Rt 203, near the Spencertown Firehouse; 392-9555 1925 18-seat refurbished Jerry O’Mahony Diner remodeled with subtleties of the era making a visit to Dan’s Diner a unique eating experience. Wed-Fri 6am-2pm and Sat-Sun 7am-2pm

648 Albany Turnpike (on the Village Square); 794-7373; www.jacksonsoch.com American Daily 11am-10pm

Old Chatham Country Store

Philmont

639 Albany Turnpike; 794-6227; www.theoldchathamcountrystore.com American Casual with local and regional sources February-April Tues-Sun 7am-4pm May-Dec Daily 7am-4pm and Fri & Sat 5-8:30pm

Stuyvesant Riverview Cafe

48 Riverview Street (off Rt 9J); 758-8950 American Wed-Sun 8am-3pm, Friday open for Dinner

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Relax your body, feed your spirit Perform Columbia. Stay Columbia.

Columbia County offers 24 performing arts organizations, 400 rooms, and infinitely unique character. www.performcolumbia.com www.staycolumbia.com 800-558-8218

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Valatie

Labella Restaurant and Pizzeria

Chris’ Cafe

2967 Rt 9, Hannaford Plaza; 758-6611 Gourmet Italian, Pizza Mon-Thur 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11am11pm, Sun 12-9pm

1048 Route 9; 758-7701 Home-style cooking, American/Italian Mon-Sat 11am-9pm

Mark’s Pizza

Chu Garden

Rt 9, Grand Union Plaza; 758-2791 Hunan, Mandarin, Szechuan, Cantonese Mon-Thurs 11am-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-10pm

3017 Main St; 758-7333 Pizza, Wings, Calzones, Hot subs, Salads Sun-Thurs 4-9pm, Fri & Sat 4-10:30pm

OKenny’s Express

The Main Street Cafe

3321 Route 9; 784-2491; www.okfoodproducts.com/carry-out _services.php Good food fast, wraps, deli sandwiches, daily dinner specials Mon-Sat 11am-8pm

Columbia Cafe Company

3019 Main St; 758-2326 Upscale cafe atmosphere with gourmet light fare and daily unique specials. Wi-Fi available.

Mon, Tues 7am-3pm, Thurs-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 8am-3pm

Four Brothers Pizza Inn 2960 Rt 9; 758-7151 Pizza, Italian, American, Greek Daily 11am-10:30pm www.fourbrotherspizzainn.com

Val-Kin Restaurant

1009 Route 9; 758-8686; Continental & lighter fare Tues-Thurs 5-8:45pm, Fri 5-9:15pm, Sat 4-9:15pm, Sun 3-8pm

Zia’s Pizza and Family Restaurant

3013 Main St; 758-2003 Pizza, Wings, Pasta & Dinners, Hot & Cold Subs, wraps Tues-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 12-9pm

West Taghkanic Miller’s Tavern

Kinderhook Diner

3333 Rt 9H; 758-1399 American Mon & Tue 6:30-3pm, Wed-Sat 6:30am9pm, Sun 7am-3pm

King’s Wok

3032 Main St; 758-9000 American, Italian, Seafood Wed-Sun 8am-9pm

Rt 9, Hannaford Plaza; 758-1517 Chinese Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am11pm, Sun 1-9:30pm

1016 Rt 82; 851-7230 Mon-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri 7am-11pm Sat & Sun 7am-10pm

West Taghkanic Diner 1016 Rt 82; 851-7117; www.taghkanicdiner.com Homemade American Mon-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri 7am-11pm, Sat & Sun 7am-10pm

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Wine, Spirits & Brewing Hudson-Chatham Winery Offering tastings of their seven wines currently available, as well as a sparkling cider and their Paper Birch line of port and sherry. Featuring 100% natural maple syrups from local sugar makers, local cheese, jams, chutneys, and balsamic vinegar made from grapes on site. The Tasting Room is open various hours during the year.

1900 Rt 66, Ghent 392-WINE (9463) www.hudson-chathamwinery.com

Chatham Brewing Brewed fresh, brewed local, Chatham Brewing’s fine selection of beers are brewed in the British tradition using the finest hops and malts available. These top-fermented ales are unfiltered, giving them a unique, lively character, and are available at many dining establishments in Columbia County. Custom and signature brews available for special events and restaurants. Growlers and kegs are available at the brewery located just off Main Street, Chatham, and you can see the process if you stop by most Saturdays.

30 Main Street, Suite 2, Chatham 697-0202 www.chathambrewing.com

Harvest Spirits The first distillery in New York to be able to offer tastings and retail sale directly out of the distillery, Harvest Spirits has converted one of the massive cold storage rooms at Golden Harvest Farms into the region’s newest micro-distillery. Harvest Spirits makes alcohol from nature’s most perfect fruit: the apple, with apples grown on-site. Apples are grown, where they are pressed, fermented, distilled and bottled at the same location. Come see how this incredible tasting vodka is made.

Open every weekend 12-5pm.

Golden Harvest Farms 3074 US Route 9, Valatie 253-5917 www.harvestspirits.com

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COUNTRY MARKETS & FARMS Welcome to farm country.

Ancramdale n Coach Farm 105 Mill Hill Rd; 398-5329; www.coachfarm.com Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm n Herondale Farm 90 Wiltsie Bridge Rd, off Rt 82; 329-3769; www.herondalefarm.com Tues-Sat 8-4 n Millerhurst Gardens 3201 Rt 82; 329-2208 n Thompson Finch Farm* 720 Wiltsie Bridge Rd, off Rt 82; 329-7578; www.thompsonfinch.com

n Shortcake Farms Rt 23B, east of Hudson; 851-7676 n Triple H Ranch – Goat Dairy and Farm Store 28 Fish and Game Road; 828-0651; Wed-Sat 8-8

Clermont n Cooperland Farm 1727 Rt 9; 537-7673 n Ronald & Harriet Miller Cross Farm 1629 Rt 9; 537-6634

Austerlitz

Copake

n Braeburn Farm 1280 Rt 203; 392-2671

n North Mountain Nursery & Farm Stand 8586 Rt 22; 325-1685

Chatham n The Berry Farm* 2309 Rt 203; 392-4609; Season Daily 9-5; www.chathamberryfarm.com n Dick Klingler* Near the Cottage Restaurant, Rt 295 East Chatham n Old Chatham Sheepherding Company Farm 155 Shaker Museum Rd; 888-SHEEP-60 (743-3760); www.blacksheepcheese.com

Claverack n Black Berry Hill Farm 156 Bells Pond Rd; 851-7661; www.blackberryhillfarm.org Herbs, berries, jams, jellies, greens, garlic, organic maple syrup, free range brown eggs. Honor system or call ahead. n Bryant Farms Rts 9H & 23; 851-2777 n Holmquest Farm 516 Spook Rock Rd (Cty Rt 29); 851-9629 n Meisner’s Farm Stand Rts 9 & 23; 851-3714 n Philip Orchard* 270 Rt 9H; 851-6351, Labor Day – Nov 1, Daily 8:30-5:30 n Rocky Fresh Herb Farm 671 Fish and Game Road; 672-5623

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n Scarecrow Farm Old Barrington Rd; 851-9898

n Sir William Farm Market 4160 Cty Rt 7, Craryville; 325-3105, 325-5099 (fax)

Germantown n Old Saw Mill Farm 140 Old Saw Mill Road; 537-5404

Ghent n Grazin’ Angus Acres 176 Bartel Road; 392-3620; www.grazinangusacres.com n Hawthorne Valley Farm 327 Cty Rt 21C, Harlemville; 672-7500; www.hawthornevalleyfarm.com n Hudson-Chatham Winery 1900 Rt 66; 392-2598; www.hudson-chathamwinery.com n Love Apple Farm* 1421 Rt 9H; 828-5048; Seasonal; Daily 8-6 www.loveapplefarm.com

Greenport n Don Baker Farm* 183 Cty Rt 14; 828-9542; www.donbakerfarm.com n Cherry Ridge Farm 4150 Rt 23; 828-7018 n Eger Brothers Intersection of Rts 9, 23, & 31 Buckley’s Corners

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Hillsdale n Honey Dog Farms Farm Stand open daily Summer months at 279 Rodman Road and 2301 St. Rte. 23; Honor System only

n Fix Brothers Orchards* 215 White Birch Rd, off Cty Rt 10; 828-7560; www.fixbrosfruitfarm.com n Green Acres Farm Market and Bakery* 226 Rt 82; 851-7460; Fri-Mon 9am-6pm

n White Oak Farms 65 Whippoorwill Road; 325-3384; honor system

n Smith Farms* 200 White Birch Rd (off Cty Rt 10), frederic@mhcable.com, 828-1228

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n V&R Saulpaugh & Sons 2329 Rt 9; 537-6494 (call first); Seasonal; Daily 8-6

n Miglorelli’s Farm Market 302 Warren Street; 828-3277 Fresh picked produce daily, fruits and vegetable from the farm, featuring local products. Daily 10am-6pm, seasonal

New Lebanon n Windswept Farm Old Rt 20 (between Rt 20 & Rt 22)

Kinderhook

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n Crazy Arts Plant Farm 2197 Rt 9H; 758-7254

n Old Chatham Sheepherding Co 155 Shaker Museum Road; 794-7733; honor system; www.blacksheepcheese.com

n Golden Harvest* 3074 Rt 9, outside Valatie; 758-7683; www.goldenharvestfarms.com n Samascott’s Garden Market 65 Chatham Street (Rt 9); www.samascotts.com Seasonal; Daily 8am-5pm n Samascott’s Orchards* 5 Sunset Ave; 758-7224; www.samascott.com Seasonal; Daily 8am-5pm n Sheltie Meadow Sheep n’ Organics 388 Eichybush Rd; 336-4372 by appt only; sheltiemeadowfarm.blogspot.com n Staron’s Farm Stand Rt 203 & Merwin Rd; 392-2920; Seasonal; Mon-Fri 9-6 Sat-Sun 9-5 n Yonder Fruit Farm* Rt 9, outside Valatie; 758-7011

n Spruce Ridge Alpaca Farm 434 Cty Rt 13; 794-6294; please call for hours; www.spruceridgefarm.com

Stockport n Micosta Enterprises 3007 Cty Rt 20; 822-9708; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; www.micostaent.com n Van Wie Natural Foods 6798 Route 9; 828-0533; Mon-Sat 10-5 or by appt

Taghkanic n Taconic Orchards 591 Rt 82; 851-7477 In season Daily 9am-6pm, Winter Fri-Sun 10am-5pm * Note: “Pick Your Own”

Livingston n Blackberry Hill Farm 156 Bells Pond Road; 851-7661; honor system; www.blackberryhillfarm.org

For a complete list of seasonal produce, please visit www.bestcountryroads.com/markets.

• FARMER’S MARKETS • n Chatham Farmer’s Market 15 Church Street @ Route 203; 392-3353, May-Oct, Fri 4-7pm n Hillsdale Farmer’s Market Town Hall, off Anthony Street, 325-4165; July-Oct, Sat 9am-noon n Hudson City Farmer’s Market North 6th & Columbia Street; 851-7515, Mid-May- Saturday before Thanksgiving, Sat 9am-1pm www.hudsonfarmersmarketny.com

n Kinderhook Farmer’s Market Village Square, Rt 9; 758-1232, late Spring-Oct, Sat 8am-noon n Stuyvesant Farmer’s Market Historic Stuyvesant Railroad Station in Stuyvesant Landing, Riverview St (off County Rt 26A and Rt 9J), 758-6474, May-Oct, Fri 4-7pm, www.stuyvesantfarmersmarket.org

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FARMERS’ MARKET THE SUNDAY MARKET

June 13th - October 3rd 10am to 2pm Organic and biodynamic foods from over 10 farmers & vendors within a 15 mile footprint, open air market café, organic coffee, baked goods, vegetables, artisanal cheeses, flowers, local crafts.

Main St. / Village of Philmont / Philmont Beautification Inc. www.pbinc.org

Don Baker Farm 183 Route 14, Hudson, NY 12534

U-pick: LATE JUNE:

Sweet Cherries EARLY JULY:

Red & Black Sour Cherries MID SEPT - EARLY NOV:

Apples

Find us at

Hudson Farmers’ Market Saturdays Catskill Farmers’ Market Saturdays Schenectady Farmers’ Market Thursdays Delaware Area Neighborhood Market (Albany) Tuesdays Call or visit our website for exact picking dates and fruit availability: 518-828-9542 www.donbakerfarm.com

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CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Hand Hollow Farm A one-acre farm dedicated to building a community around fresh, local produce as sustainable as possible. Members fill their share bags at the farm once a week, making their own selections from what is available. Members also have access to u-pick crops.

402 Cty Rt 34, New Lebanon; 794-0176; handhollowfarm@gmail.com Hawthorne Valley Farm 250–member CSA with organic and biodynamic produce from Hawthorne Valley Farm with over 40 varieties of vegetables grown on 10-acre market garden.

327 Route 21C, Ghent; 672-4465 ext 105; Rachel@hawthornevalleyfarm.com; www.hawthornevalleyfarm.org/csa/ csa.htm Little Seed Gardens A fifty-acre family run farm that is committed to ecological agriculture practices that protect land and human resources, build biological diversity and produce quality food for regional markets.

541 White Mills Road, Chatham; 392-0063 Red Oak Farm A small, diverse organic farm providing produce and eggs to our CSA and local markets. CSA produce share includes vegetables, berries and herbs.

Members receive a weekly email listing all that is available from the farm and the items of their choice are selected for pick-up the ensuing week. Egg shares from pasture-raised chickens are available as full (1 dozen a week) or half shares (1/2 dozen per week).

1921 Rt 9, Stuyvesant; 799-2052; redoakfarmny@yahoo.com

Roxbury Farm Roxbury Farm is 1000-member CSA farm on 225 acres along the Kinderhook Creek. One hundred and fifty of these acres are preserved for agriculture in perpetuity; this land can never be developed or sold to a non-farmer. Roxbury Farm was one of the first CSA’s in New York and currently is one of the largest in the country.

2501 Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-8558; info@roxburyfarm.com; www.roxburyfarm.com The Farm at Miller’s Crossing A 200 acre family farm in which 30 acres are used in the production of over 50 different types of vegetables, many of which are heirloom and open pollinated varieties. A greenhouse produces vegetable and flowering bedding plants and a small beef herd and some pigs provide a source of local organic, grass-fed meat.

81 Roxbury Rd, Claverack; 851-2331; ksorganic@hotmail.com Threshold Farm Supplying CSA members with 2 acres producing 50 varieties of vegetables using biodynamic methods - whose standards are not limited by the “National Organic Plan.” Orchard that offers an optional fruit share with biodynamic apples, peaches and pears. Also offers, in season, grass-fed beef and pork from their animals.

16 Summit St, Philmont (Farm House); 672-5509; threshold@taconic.net Please check farm websites for complete details on shares and distribution locations.

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AUSTERLITZ FOX HILL CAMPING AREA Spencertown, NY 12165

603 Rt 203

518-392-3714

WOODLAND HILLS CAMPGROUND www.whcg.net

386 Fog Hill Road Austerlitz, NY 12017

518-392-3557

COPAKE CAMP WAUBEEKA FAMILY CAMPGROUND www.campwaubeeka.com

133 Farm Road Copake, NY 12516

518-329-4681 Hiking Trail

COPAKE KOA www.copakeKOA.com

2236 County Rt 7 Copake, NY 12516

518-329-2811 Free wi-fi

State Rt 344 Copake Falls, NY 12517

518-329-3993

1528 State Rt 82 Ancram, NY 12502

518-851-3631

1238 Route 9H Ghent, NY 120075

518-828-0663

TACONIC STATE PARK www.nysparks.com

GALLATIN LAKE TAGHKANIC STATE PARK www.nysparks.com GHENT MEADOWGREENS RESTAURANT, GOLF COURSE AND CAMPGROUNDS www.meadowgreensresort.com KINDERHOOK STONE’S RV PARK

LIVINGSTON BROOK N WOOD FAMILY CAMPGROUNDS www.brooknwood.com

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3483 State Rt 9 518-784-4805 Valatie, NY 12184 1947 County Rt 8 Elizaville, NY 12523

FISHING

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Deep lakes, clear streams & stocked ponds.

DEC Stocked Creeks n KINDERHOOK CREEK

• From county line in New Lebanon at Adams Crossing Rd to county line in New Lebanon at Rt. 20 behind the Lebanon Valley Speedway and Dragway • Access from county line Town of Chatham at Rt 66 to Bachus Road • Access at Rt 66 across from Pitt Road (small area in corn field) • Access at bridge in Malden Bridge – both sides

n Village of Valatie

• Access in the Pachaquack Preserve on Elm Street (off Rt 203) • River Street Park at River Street (off Rt 9) • Beaver Cotton Mill Overlook at the Falls – Main Street at the bridge

n CLAVERACK CREEK – Town of Claverack

• At Roxbury Road (off Rt 217) bridge crosses creek at Hess farm – access at bridge only • Route 23 at Red Mills – access off south side of bridge only (not north side with the falls) • At bridge on Webb Road (off County Rt 29) • County Rt 29 – a pull-off halfway between Webb Rd & Hiscox Rd

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n FEEDER TO THE CLAVERACK CREEK • Stone Mill Road – at bridge only

n ROELIFF JANSEN CREEK

• County Rt 2 between Elizaville and Taconic State Parkway – look for posted properties • County Rt 2 & County Rt 19 at Turkey Hill Road • Buckwheat Rd (off Rt 9 between County Rt 8 & County Rt 6) – at bridge known as Oars Bridge • Wiltsie Bridge Road (off County Rt 3) – access at bridge only

Other Points for Fishing n High Falls Conservation Area – Agawamuck Creek, Roxbury Rd (off Rt 217), Philmont; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org

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LAKE TAGHKANIC STATE PARK, Town of Taghkanic. Access off Rt 82 TACONIC STATE PARK, Rt 344 (off Rt 22) Copake Falls, Ore Pond Oakdale Pond, Clinton Street and Glenwood Blvd, Hudson Ooms Conservation Area at Sutherland Pond, Hartigan Rd, Chatham; Columbia Land Conservancy; 392-5252; www.clctrust.org QUEECHY LAKE, Town of Canaan* KINDERHOOK LAKE, Hamlet of Niverville, Town of Kinderhook*

* please check our website for boat and fishing location restrictions for these lakes

Access to Boating on the Hudson River n City of Hudson, Boat launch – Front St at the bottom of Warren St n Town of Germantown, Boat launch – County Rt 35A (Northern Blvd) off Rt 9G

A NYS fishing license is required for people over age 16 and are available from the Town Clerks and sport stores.

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There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep in the country!

Ancramdale

Chatham Village

n Pop’s Cabin (Rental)

n The Chatham Bed & Breakfast

Upscale Vacation Log Home with two bedrooms located on a road less travelled. 329-4889; Skyline Rd; www.popscabin.com

Austerlitz n Guest’s Garden Private Romantic Cottage overlooking a swimming pond and gardens with fireplace. 392-2340; 300 West Hill Road (off Rt 22); www.vrbo.com/13495

n Stephanie’s Guest House

Beautifully restored 1840 farmhouse located on Green River. Furnished with antiques and surrounded by lovely gardens. A delectable breakfast awaits the visitor in the morning. Open May 1-October 31.

392-8933; 4 Upper Hollow Rd; adstwa@aol.com

Canaan n Berkshire Travel Lodge

Close proximity to many recreational and historic sites.

Situated just off Exit B3 of the New York State Thruway.

781-4432; 12703 Rt 22; www.berkshiretravellodge.com

n The Grant House

Come enjoy comfortable accommodations for leisure and business travelers in a spacious two room suite.

392-4433; 3367 Cty Rt 9, East Chatham

n The Inn at Silver Maple Farm

Lovely accommodations, a number with fireplaces, in a beautifully converted barn with all the touches of home, just minutes to museums and antique shops.

781-3600, 1871 Rt 295, East Chatham; www.silvermaplefarm.com

Chatham n Chatham Travel Lodge

Located halfway between Chatham and East Chatham on Route 295 with fantastic views and conveniently close to many attractions.

392-4066; 598 Rt 295; www.chathamtravellodge.com

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“A Victorian beauty in charming Chatham Village, a stone’s toss to the Berkshires, Hudson or Albany.”

Featuring chef prepared full hot breakfast in a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. 392-6463; 164 Hudson Ave.

Claverack n 1805 House

Set on 100 acres of natural beauty this historic eyebrow colonial home offers a quiet, pastoral getaway conveniently situated between the Berkshire and Catskill Mountains. 929-5923; 775 Snydertown Rd, Craryville; www.1805House.com

n Elm Tree Motel Situated on Route 23, this motel has excellent views of the rolling farmland of Columbia County. Close proximity to many recreational and historic sites. 851-9192; 1384 Rt 23, Craryville; www.elmtreemotel.com

n Hidden Pond B&B On a rise in a clearing surrounded by trees, Hidden Pond provides a serene environment in a beautiful rural setting just five short miles from Hudson.

828-2939; 43 Deer Dr; www.hiddenpondbandb.ddfagallery.com

n Sugar Maple Suite – Hollowville

A guest suite offering stylish comfort with a private entrance, bedroom, living room/dining area/kitchenette and bathroom all within a rural setting.

Guests may enjoy the beautiful pool, garden and hilltop gazebo and with a queen sized sleeper sofa the suite can accommodate up to 4 people.

851-3877; 67 Cty Rt 27B; www.sugarmaplesuite.com

n Sun Farm Retreat

A unique retreat in an art and nature sanctuary for the enjoyment of outdoor activities and spiritual practices.

851-7225; 465 Snydertown Rd; www.sky-spirals.org/lodging

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n Thyme in the Country B&B

Eco-friendly B&B with warm peaceful elegance. Antique beds with new natural fiber bedding. Organic breakfasts.

Salt filtered pool in summer, log fires in the winter.

672-6166; 671 Fish and Game Rd; www.thymeinthecountrybandb.com

n Yorkshire Motel

Guests will enjoy spacious restful rooms and sun porches to delight in the great outdoors. Close proximity to many recreational and historic sites.

851-7050; 490 Rt 23.

Hillsdale n The Bell House B&B

Gracious country inn built in 1830 with antique appointed rooms. Five romantic bedrooms with private baths and gourmet breakfast. Set amidst trees, beautiful gardens and a swimming pool. Close to all Columbia and Berkshire attractions.

325-3841; 9315 Rte 22; www.bellhousebb.com

n Flickers Stage & Screen B&B

Copake

“Close to Everything & Far From the Ordinary.” Stay with the Stars. Original memorabilia autographs. Cozy accommodations with fireplaces available.

325-6467; 2789 Rte 23; www.FlickersBandB.com

n Johanna’s Motel

n Holiday House Motel

Large comfortable rooms and a scenic location await guests at this conveniently located motel. 329-3000; 7519 Rt 22.

Conveniently located near wonderful antique shops, golf courses, skiing, and hiking trails. 325-3030; 2871 Rt 23; www.holidayhousemotel.com

n Sunset/Sunrise

Relax and enjoy the lovingly decorated guestrooms, gourmet breakfast, tea at 4:30 and a nightly turn-down service.

325-9100; 20 Hunt Rd; www.honoredguest.com

Contemporary architect’s home; guestrooms have private decks to enjoy the views of the Taconic Mountains.

329-2915; 297 E Main St (Cty Rte 7A).

n Inn at Green River

Germantown n Gingerbread Haus

n The Honored Guest B&B

Enjoy the views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains from this charming 1890s two-story guest apartment. 537-3756; 44 Young America Rd.

Pastoral setting, elegant 1830 country inn. 7 romantic guestrooms, featuring fireplaces, Jacuzzis. Grand gourmet breakfast described as a feast by the NY Times.

325-7248; 9 Nobletown Rd (Cty Rt 71); www.iagr.com

The Columbia County Lodging Association has a broad range of accommodations including Bed & Breakfasts, county inns, vacation homes, cottages and motels.

All properties share a commitment to quality, cleanliness, comfort and safety; the vision is designed to ensure an enjoyable stay to those who visit the area. For a reservationsconsultant, please call 800-558-8218 or view the website at

www.columbiacountylodging.com

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MOUNT MERINO MANOR

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Bed &Breakfast Columbia County’s only Select Registry property with beautiful views of the Catskill Mountains, set on 100-acre woodland estate. Adjacent to Olana and minutes to all area attractions.

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4317 RTE. 23 HUDSON | 518.828.5583 | MOUNTMERINOMANOR.COM

Whatever your occasion, we have the space to accommodate it...beautifully.

Omi International Arts Center, Ghent, New York

CHARLES B. BENENSON VISITORS CENTER The finest new event space in Columbia County.

THE FIELDS SCULPTURE PARK Unparalleled views of world class sculpture.

THE RETREAT AT ART OMI

(Thanksgiving–mid-March) Available for business meetings, retreats, and weddings.

www.retreatartomi.com • www.artomi.org Dorothy Randall: 201.683.6017 • doffran@optonline.net

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n Linden Valley Inn

Beautiful appointed rooms, private bath, cable TV, in room coffee maker, wet bar with ice maker. 325-7100; Rt 23 (at the base of Catamount Ski Area); lindenvalley.tripod.com

n Silvanus Lodge

Cool, clean, comfortable... and FUN, describe what guests can look forward to. Great location for the outdoor enthusiast!

325-3000; 9350 Rt 22; www.silvanuslodge.com

n Swiss Hutte Restaurant and Lodging

Charming country inn with a European flair overlooking Catamount ski area.

325-3333, Rt 23 (at the base of Catamount Ski Area); www.swisshutte.com

n The Underhill Inn

An 1850 Historic Country Inn featuring 4 romantic rooms with unique decor.

Plan an escape to this warm and inviting B&B with all the necessary modern amenities. Call for their Weekend getaway package. 518-325-0026; 3 Underhill Rd; www.UnderHillInn.com

Hudson n 446 Warren Street

Elegantly furnished self-catering 1.5 bedroom apartment with full kitchen and bath in a c. 1790 red brick Federal Town House. 828-0520; www.466warrenst.com

n The Country Squire B&B Located in Historic Downtown Hudson.

Interior is spacious, room palettes relaxing, furnishings are sophisticated but comfortable. Recently restored Victorian rich in detail. Convenient to Amtrak.

822-9229; 251 Allen St; www.countrysquireny.com

n The Croff House

Combining the luxury of a boutique hotel and the personalized service of a B&B. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac just a few minutes walk to all that Hudson has to offer. Five well-appointed guest rooms and several common areas create the perfect atmosphere to relax and unwind.

828-1688; 5 Willard Place; www.thecroffhouse.com

n Hudson City B&B

A 19th Century Historic Victorian located in the city of Hudson just blocks from over 70 antique shops.

Eight antique appointed guest rooms await your arrival.

822-8044; 326 Allen St; www.hudsoncitybnb.com

n Inn at Ca’Mea

Four newly renovated rooms with Queen sized beds connected through the garden to Ca’Mea restaurant offering 20% discount at the restaurant for our guests.

822-0005; 12 City Hall Pl; www.camearestaurant.com

n The Inn at Hudson

Centrally located in the most elegant and historic neighborhood of a town whose architecture spans the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. The Inn is within easy walking distance of several excellent restaurants, as well as a renowned stretch of shops and landmark civic buildings.

822-9322; 317 Allen St; www.theinnathudson.com

n Joslen Motor Lodge

Just minutes to antique shops and museums, guests will enjoy warm hospitality in clean and comfortable rooms. 828-7046; 320 Joslen Blvd

n Mount Merino Manor

Experience the gracious hospitality of a luxury Bed & Breakfast with Catskill Mountain views. Romantic guest rooms offer whirlpool tubs, spa showers, beautiful linens, all modern conveniences, travel amenities and a full gourmet breakfast.

828-5583; 4317 Rte 23; www.mountmerinomanor.com

n Pleroma Farm

Peace, serenity, quiet. A place to be undisturbed while study, reflection or simply to relax. Enjoy complete privacy in a single bedroom suite with fireplace, full kitchen, Wi-Fi, large deck and a pond for swimming/ skating and a network of trails that join to Olana.

828-1966; 149 County Rt 14; www.pleromafarm.com

n St. Charles Hotel

Located in the historic city of Hudson, guests will enjoy an array of antique shops, galleries and restaurants.

822-9900; 16-18 Park Pl; www.stcharleshotel.com

n Sweet Suites

Guest Suites fully furnished for short term stays – 2 bedroom apartment and 3 bedroom houses available 917-923-9772; North 5th Street, Cross Street (near Amtrak); www.sweetsuitesny.com

n Union Street Guest House

Spacious and beautifully appointed Guest Suites, each with a private entrance. The USGH is just one block from the best of Hudson dining and shopping and five blocks from the Amtrak station, where a rental car can be arranged to take you to the region’s many and varied attractions.

828-0958; 349 Union St; www.unionstreetguesthouse.com

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USA Today said “Nature-loving couples will bond at this scenic Northeast gem” and The NY Times termed the breakfasts “feasts.”

Hillsdale, NY | 518-325-7248 | www.innatgreenriver.com

Holiday House Motel Your Home Away from Home

2871 Route 23 Hillsdale, NY 12529 (518) 325-3030

◆ Color Cable TV ◆ Direct Dial Telephones ◆ Air Conditioned ◆ Wi-Fi ◆ Discount Ski Packages ◆ Hiking ◆ Golf & Skiing Nearby

www.holidayhousemotel.com

FAMILY CAMPGROUND 62 Acres of Forest and Meadows along a Beautiful Stream in the Historic Hudson River Valley

Beautiful, Clean, Quiet, Relaxing

www.brooknwood.com .b knwood.

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n Verdigris B&B

Located above the charming Verdigris Tea, the bedrooms feature luxurious king & queen with private baths, cable and a delightful breakfast selection with gourmet coffee or tea and the paper awaits you in the morning.

828-3139; 13 South Third Street; www.verdigristea.com

n Vintage East

Located 3 miles south of Hudson this elegantly furnished, self-catering, historic 18th-19thC compound features four distinct accommodations with a plethora of amenities.

828-3825; 375 Middle Rd; www.vintageeast.com

n Warren Street B&B

A renovated townhouse offering highly personalized accommodations in an elegantly casual setting.

929-6199; 129 Warren Street; www.warrenstreetbandb.com

Kinderhook n Blue Spruce Inn & Suites

Family operated establishment for over 40 years. Located in the historic town of Kinderhook.

758-9711; 3093 Rt 9, Valatie; www.bluespruceinnsuites.com

n Kinderhook B&B

Surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens, this 1900 center hall colonial is tastefully comfortable, relaxing and joyful.

758-1850; 67 Broad St (Rte 9.); www.kinderhookbandb.com

n The Van Schaack House

Built in 1785, refurbished to the original Dutch architecture with a Victorian style décor, providing elegant accommodations in the historic village of Kinderhook. 758-6118; 20 Broad St; www.vanschaackhouse.com

New Lebanon n Churchill House B&B

Experience the difference! Picturesque Greek Revival home on 18 acres, hills, fields, and streams. Spacious, well appointed guest rooms with private baths, Wi-Fi, and other amenities.

766-5852; Rt 22 & Churchill Rd; www.churchillhousebb.com

n Harmony Acres

Charming 1815 farmhouse on 35 acres with scenic vistas and swimming pond, furnished, three bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, modern kitchen, laundry, satellite TV, convenient to Albany, Pittsfield, ski areas, Saratoga, Tanglewood. Hiking, biking, cross country trails. Nightly, weekly, monthly rates.

794-7321; 1695 Cty Rt 13 (Brainard); www.thefarmhouseatharmonyacres.com

n Hitchcock House

Restored 1797 Shaker built house on 123 acres with ponds, meadows, mountain trails and gardens.

794-8826; 14163 Rte 22; www.hitchcockhousebb.com

n Hitchcock House Cottage

Lovingly restored barn (pictured on our website): 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full kitchen, living room w/ TV, porch, sun room overlooking pond w/ small waterfall & gazebo.

794-8826; 14163 Rte 22; www.hitchcockhousebb.com

n The Inn at the Shaker Mill Farm

An 1824 Shaker stone mill converted into a country inn. Dedicated to the joys of gentle leisure; built alongside a stream and a waterfall.

A retreat destination for people and groups of all types. 794-9345; 40 Cherry Lane (off Rt 22), Canaan; www.shakermillfarminn.com

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n Shaker Meadows

This 1821 farmhouse offers guests a full kitchen, living room and six bedrooms. Historical and recreational attractions are just minutes away.

794-9385; 14209 Rte 22, Canaan; www.shakermeadows.com

n The Spencer House B&B

A beautifully restored historic building located in the heart of Shaker country.

794-6500; 466 Rte 20; www.TheSpencerHouse.com

Niverville n Angel Wing Hollow B&B

A restored 1888 Victorian where guests will enjoy two large rooms with queen size beds and private baths. Just minutes from historic attractions and country farm markets.

784-2989; 898 Main St (Cty Rt 28); www.angelwinghollowbb.com

Old Chatham n Old Chatham B&B

Two-room suite with private bath in 1870 Victorian farmhouse in village of Old Chatham next to pond. Walking distance to Old Chatham Country Store and Jackson’s Old Chatham House both offer fine dining.

794-9841; 23 Frog Alley; glassoldchatham@aol.com

n Old Chatham House (Rental) Gracious vacation retreat in private wooded area with abundant wildlife.

Traditionally styled country home with modern conveniences, excellent facilities.

Perfect for family groups, sleeps 10-12.

Oldchathamhouse@gmail.com; OffHaddock Hill Rd, Old Chatham; www.vrbo.com/217994

Spencertown n Spencertown Cottages

Two extended stay rentals – fully equipped units, your home away from home. 392-7449; 1909 Cty Rt 9, Chatham; www.spencertowncottages.com

Stockport n The Balloon B&B

An 1869 Victorian, three guest rooms, each with private baths; located in the quaint town of Stockport just two miles north of the city of Hudson. Hot air balloon rides are available – must be booked in advance. 828-3735; 73 Cty Rt 25; www.balloonbedandbreakfast.com

Taghkanic n Changing Times

Experience the charm of yesteryear when you stay the night in any of our lovely guest rooms, each with a private bath.

We are conveniently located ½ mile off the Taconic State Parkway on Rt 82.

851-3510, 624 Old Rt 82; www.changingtimesbandb.com

n Taghkanic Motel

Opposite Lake Taghkanic State Park. Best Hunting Location! 851-9006; 1011 Rt 82; www.taghkanicmotel.com

Retreat n The Retreat at Art Omi Meeting & Conference Center

The Retreat, on its 300-acre site, is available for group getaways, business meetings, and retreats, with 20 bedrooms and fully equiped kitchen. Catering available.

201-683-6017; 59 Letter S Rd., Ghent; www.retreatartomi.com; Seasonal: Thanksgiving-Mar 15.

Photo Credits: Cover: Local 111, Hudson Farmers Market. Inside: Clermont State Historic Site, Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, Lissette Pylant—Kuumba Dance and Drum Troupe, Mark Kelly, Copake Country Club, Susan Kibler, Inn at Green River, Inn at Silver Maple Farm, Hawthorne Valley Farm, Ca’Mea Ristorante.

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Information for your visit Car Rental & Taxis

Rail Services

ABC Livery 451 State St, Hudson; 866-410-TAXI Train - Airport transport available

Amtrak Rail Station Travelers using Amtrak can easily reach all that Columbia County has to offer.

Train travelers can arrange for a rental car by calling the Hudson, NY Enterprise office (828-5492) Rent-A-Car. Enterprise will either meet you at the train with your car, or leave keys for your car and your contract with the station manager. If arranged in advance, during days/times that Enterprise is closed, cars can be left at the Amtrak Station by leaving keys with the station manager upon your departure.

Amtrak Rail Station 69 South Front St, Hudson; 828-3379; www.amtrak.com

Columbia Transport, Inc Hudson; 822-1010 or 877-900-8294 Crossroads Taxi Chatham; 392-2775 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Travelers using Amtrak can easily reach all that Columbia County has to offer. Train travelers can arrange for a rental car by calling Enterprise (828-5492) Rent-a-Car. Enterprise will either meet you at the train with your car, or leave keys for your car and your contract with the station manager. If arranged in advance, during days/times that Enterprise is closed, cars can be left at the Amtrak Station by leaving keys with the station manager upon your departure.

Green Bee We Taxi & Errand Service (hybrid vehicle) Chatham; 392-0461; www.greenbeewe.com Hudson City Taxi Hudson; 822-8880 John’s Taxi Chatham; 392-3642 Rick’s Taxi Hudson; 828-3355

Metro-North Railroad Metro-North and Enterprise have teamed up! Take Metro-North to either Poughkeepsie or the Harlem ValleyWingdale station where an Enterprise representative will meet you. From either station—Columbia County is just a short drive north.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car 724 Main St # 726 Poughkeepsie; (845) 485-2222; mta.info/mnr/html/enterprise.htm Enterprise Rent-A-Car 301 Rt 22 Pawling; (845) 855-1320; mta.info/mnr/html/enterprise.htm

Road Services

Riverview Taxi Hudson; 828-2884; www.riverviewtaxi.com

AAA-Hudson Valley Auto Club 10 Healy Blvd; Hudson 828-2609 Roadside Service: (800) 551-4500; www.aaa.com

Tony’s Taxi Limo 672-7650

PET RESOURCES pick up and delivery in New York City n Gina’s K-9 Bed & Breakfast Boarding For Dogs and regular videos on their blog.

This unique B&B is for the canine in your family. No cages or kennels for your pooch. Dogs stay in rooms, participate with family and have fun in a 1/2 acre fenced-in yard. Fully insured and member of NAPPS – National Association of Professional Pet Sitters.

Gina Hosier 349 Farm Rd, Copake; 329-4675

n Glencadia Dog Camp

“When you go on vacation, so can your dog.” Glencadia Dog Camp offers social dog boarding with free

will@glencadia.com or 470-3981; www.glencadia.com

n Roeliff Jansen Park (Dog Run) 9140 Route 22, Hillsdale; www.roejanpark.org

n Tuck ‘Em In Sitter Service

Giving pets and their owners freedom to roam! In-home care for your pet(s).

Member of Pet Sitters International and American Red Cross Pet First Aid certified. Kinderhook, NY 755-2317

area code 518

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Postcard Perfect!

TACONIC STATE PARK & HILLSDALE 30-Minute Tour Start by taking the Taconic State Parkway to the Route 23 exit. Head east toward Hillsdale, about three-and-a-half miles on Route 23 until you see a “National Beauty Award Highway 1969”sign and make a right on to County Route 11A, which will soon become County Route 11. At County Route 27, turn left and continue until you reach County Route 7. Make a right on to Route 7 and drive about a mile to County Route 7A, then turn left and continue into Copake.

Bear left at the village circle and stay on Route 7A until you reach Route 22.* A left on to Route 22 will take you to Route 23 in Hillsdale, and another left on to Route 23 will point you west back toward the Parkway. *If you’re looking for a nice picnic area and/or campgrounds, turn right off Route 22 on to Route 344 and enter the Taconic State Park. For a scenic stroll, follow signs leading to parking for Bash Bish Falls. The mile-long hike to the towering falls runs along a trail bordering Bash Bish Brook.

Panoramic Delights!

KINDERHOOK AND CHATHAM

President Van Buren’s home, Art Omi and Chatham Follow Route 9 south to Route 9H south to the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, the retirement home of the eighth President of the United States.

After your tour continue south on Route 9H to the intersection of County Route 22 and West Ghent – Stockport Rd. Turn left onto County Route 22 and follow to “The Fields” Sculpture Park at Art Omi on Letter S Road. After enjoying your self-guided walking tour of the park continue on County Route 22 and turn left onto County Route 21 and straight on County Route 21B to Route 203. Turn right onto Route 203 and continue into the Village of Chatham. Follow Route 66 north to Main Street were you will find a wide variety of shops and eateries for a leisurely stop. To return to Route 9 follow Route 203 back into the Village of Valatie and turn right/left onto Route 9 and follow north to I-90 and Albany or south to Hudson.

Imagining History.

HUDSON, OLANA, CLERMONT

This driving or biking journey on Rte 9G is highlighted by orchards, horse farms and fantastic vistas of the Catskill Mountains.

Hudson is known for its unique and varied architecture and antique dealers.

The “Main Street USA” ambiance of this city harkens a simpler time and way of life. (Note: In Hudson, Route 9G connects with 3rd Street.) Farther south, you’ll encounter the crown jewel of the Hudson Valley: Frederic Church’s Olana.

With the look of a Persian palace, this magnificent mansion overflows with Victorian elegance, fabulous furnishings, and breathtaking paintings by the most famous landscapist of the Hudson River School.

Olana is situated four miles south of Hudson atop a huge hill affording some of the Hudson River Valley’s most spectacular scenery. Treat yourself to a guided tour of the villa, or a leisurely picnic, or a stroll down Olana’s lovely trails, yielding unforgettable views up and down the Hudson Valley.

Drink in the elegance of a golden age and the history of a courageous few.

At the Clermont State Historic Site (off Route 9G in Clermont), you’ll tour the grand 500-acre Hudson River estate, former home to seven generations of the distinguished Livingston family—including its patriarch, Robert Livingston. Take in the stately beauty of family heirlooms...and admire the formal gardens and the lush views of the Hudson as you enjoy a picnic on the grounds along the river.

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COLUMBIA COUNTY TOURISM 4 0 1 S TAT E S T R E E T HUDSON, NY 12534 800-724-1846 518-828-3375

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