Allegany State Park News
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Summer 2016
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Welcome Home! Park News summer 2016
ESIGNERS, JENNIE ACKLIN 716-699-4062
upcoming events June
June 27 – Weekly Environmental Education And Interpretation Programming Begins Schedules at www.facebook.com/ Alleganystatepark
July
July 3 – Quaker Fireworks – Quaker Beach Area July 16 – Allegany Interpretive Hike (TBD) July 22 – Rock The Park – Quaker Beach Area
August
August 19 –Annual Beach Party with Fireworks Red House Beach Area August 20 – Allegany Interpretive Hike (TBD)
September
September 2 - Weekly Environmental Education And Interpretation Programming Ends September 17 – Allegany Interpretive Hike (TBD) September 26 – National Public Lands Day (Red House Area)
October
October 15 – Allegany Interpretive Hike (TBD) Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Alleganystatepark
New Outdoor Seating for the Park Restaurant Did you notice anything different when you pulled up to the Red House Administration Building? If you’re looking for an unbeatable view and a new way to enjoy the park, look no further than the Park Restaurant’s outdoor patio, celebrating its grand opening this spring. The Park Restaurant, located in the Red House Administration Building, is a great evening destination or gives park guests a break from cooking over the campfire. But, up until recently, the fare had to be enjoyed indoors. Now everyone can enjoy a meal under the sun or under the stars on the all-new outdoor patio, located in front of the Administration Building, overlooking Red House Lake. Take in views of the lake while you dine under umbrellas. Come evening, string lights transform the patio to a relaxing hangout space to grab a bite and catch up with friends. The patio seats approximately 45 people, with room for a possible future expansion. Allegany State Park. The Park Restaurant offers a selection The Park Restaurant is open Mondaysto suit every taste. Stop in Friday evenings Saturdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sundays for the famous haddock fish fry. Jump out 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Labor Day. of bed Sunday morning for the extensive Open Fridays through Sundays from final Park Restaurant logo 4-20-16 breakfast buffet. Treat yourself to a variety Labor Day to early November. of appetizers to share, hearty sandwiches, healthy salads, steaks, seafood and so much more, with daily specials complementing the already-full menu. Whatever you’re craving, whether you want to choose the comfort of the indoor space or the excitement of the outdoor space, you’re sure to have a fabulous meal AT ALLEGANY STATE PARK at everybody’s home away from home,
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Restaurant
New Quaker Bathhouse Ready for Beach Season
Photos by Paul Crawford
When you enter the park’s Quaker area for the first time this season, you’ll notice a brand-new bathhouse overlooking Quaker Lake, where the former bathhouse, built in 1970, once stood. The old structure was torn down last fall, and construction on the new building began soon afterwards. The new bathhouse consists of one wing with lifeguard, first aid, storage and snack bar areas, with another for restrooms, including a men’s group bathroom, women’s group bathroom, and two family restrooms. The new bathhouse also includes a third center section that includes a multipurpose room which will be used for interpretive and nature lectures, Friends Group meetings and programs, staff training and private events. This yearround event room, which park staff will also be a popular location for weddings, will be rentable through the park’s rental office. The building will feature a large kitchen and seating to accommodate such groups, and the park will soon begin a partnership with Dina’s of Ellicottville to provide catering services. The bathhouse snack bar also makes its return, providing much-needed munchies for hungry beach-goers. Guests will be able to find all the staples, like ice cream, burgers and fries, and plans to add in some more healthy options are in the works. Along the exterior of the building, three exterior shower towers have been added for patrons to rinse off, as well as new cluster seating and all new playground structures. The total footprint of the new building is just over 10,000 square feet, about 1,500 square feet larger than the original building. The total cost of the Quaker Bathhouse project was $4,031,000. The breakdown of funding includes $2,250,000 of NY Parks 2020 funding, $1,750,000 which was provided by the LWCF (Land and Water Conservation Fund) and an additional
The new Quaker Bathhouse $31,000 that was provided by the Allegany Region. The project was accomplished via four prime contracts awarded to an electrical, mechanical, plumbing and general contractor, each using numerous subcontractors as needed. Those who are familiar with Quaker beach know that there is plenty of parking, and that, too, has gotten a facelift. The lower parking lot will receive new LED lighting, new concrete curbing and sidewalks along with a complete new pavement once all the building is completed. The upper parking lot will be used for overflow parking as needed. Of course, this fantastic new structure is just a stop on your way to the scenic lake, where you can sprawl out on a blanket, catch some rays, build a sandcastle and cool off in the tranquil summer water. Beach season at the park starts in late June, and the new bathhouse is on schedule to open just in time for it.
The old Quaker Bathhouse
New playground