Life in the Finger Lakes JulAug 2020 by Fahy-Williams Publishing

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features Life in the Finger Lakes • Volume 20, Number 4 • July/August 2020

Ringside Seats at the Raptor Show

Witness, first-hand, the action-packed spectacle and drama of the amazing Ospreys

FLX Rides Whether you’re a seasoned mountain biker or tackling the trails on two wheels for the first time, here are eight great spots to ride.

Cover: This dramatic photo of an osprey by Derek Doeffinger shows how large the raptor really is. Look for these birds as you drive the highways and byways of the Finger Lakes Region.

Dog-friendly Hikes in the Finger Lakes The Finger Lakes Region offers plenty of places to get outside with your canine friends. Here are a few of our favorites.

52 A Garden Like No Other Visit the charming (and sometimes surprising) Meyers’ Gardens in Spencer. A botanical garden, and so much more.

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my own words

letters

our contributors

throwback issues

12 happenings & scrapbook 24

around the lakes – Cayuga and Keuka

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finger lakes regional map

Off the Easel Mural Artist Justin Suarez

58 Product Picks

Our favorite things and where to buy them

Proud Comunity

60 Outdoors

Auburn, a city of contrasts

The elusive fisher cat is making a comeback in New York State

Cultured

Seneca Falls Artistic Landscape

Lifestyle Peace, Love and Boating

Chef’s Delight

Matt Wooster, New York Kitchen

People in the Know

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t seems like yesterday when I wrote my editorial for the May/June 2020 issue. I wrote about the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic and how we as New Yorkers – and others around the world who love the Finger Lakes Region – were handling the restrictions and isolation. At this point now, everyone is still dealing with the effects of the pandemic, but finally the Finger Lakes Region is opening up a bit and we’re able to move around more freely and live our lives as we wish. Of course, we are all still taking precautions when necessary, but restaurants, retail stores and all sorts of businesses are opening up. One of the major limitations still is the inability to gather safely in large groups. I hope that will improve soon as well. I remain optimistic about the future. I also know that because of changes in lifestyle, people have to adjust how they exercise and enjoy their daily life. I have noticed that I’m seeing a lot more people outside. They are hiking and walking on trails, riding their bicycles and scooters, going out on their boats, kayaks and canoes. By the way, check out the paddling activities at the Finger Lakes Museum in Branchport. People of all abilities can take advantage of their expertise. Basically, if there’s a way to enjoy the outdoors, we are taking advantage of that. Bicycle, footwear and outdoor equipment and clothing sales are up. This issue has many articles on the outdoor activities that we can now enjoy. Do you like to spy on giant birds that swoop through the sky and scoop up fish from the water? Read about regal ospreys on page 40 that have made a comeback in the region, especially around Cayuga Lake. There are many areas to watch their antics. We’ve even provided a map on page 45 for you to use as guide. We’ve also provided information about hiking and biking trails for people of all abilities. Turn to pages 36 and 52 to read more about these outdoor gems. Many people have really missed the opportunity to have a drink and a meal in public – to be served by a waiter and enjoy the ambiance of a particular restaurant, winery and micro brewery. Finally, we can do that, with certain limitations in place. I for one have enjoyed sitting outside, drinking a local IPA, while watching families go by on their bicycles on a nice smooth trail. It makes life feel more normal again. We have all missed that I am sure. Let’s keep forging ahead and thinking positively about our future. Changes are taking place in many parts of society, most are hopefully for the better. Sometimes it takes a challenge in life to come out better on the other side.

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letters here can we find the “I Love New York” sign that is in the photo on page 67 of the May/June 2020 issue? I assume it’s somewhere along Seneca Lake, but where? It will make a great photo with our motorcycle group as we come crawling out of sheltering in place for two months. Thanks in advance! –Peggy Matulewicz The sign you’re referring you is at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center in Geneva, right on Seneca Lake (photo taken by Bill Banaszewski). Please share your photos, and for that matter, any other photos from your motorcycle excursions! Share on Instagram @lifeinthefingerlakes — Editor

have been a subscriber since almost day one and continue to enjoy both the digital version and hard copy of your magazine. You do a great job. Last year visitors to our summer rental from Italy informed us that they decided to stay on Keuka Lake for their first visit to the Finger Lakes because of our unique “Y” shape. They live in Italy near the famous Lake Como, which they informed us is the only other natural lake in the shape of a “Y” in the whole world. I have seen pictures and it really is amazing. — Mel Baker (from the Bluff overlooking Keuka Lake)

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The Making of America’s First Wine Trail How did America’s first wine trail come to be? Well, in 1983, a small group of Cayuga Lake wineries rallied around an interesting concept and a big dream – to use their collective talents to create America’s first wine trail. Oh, the stories from those early days …endless and priceless. Now that dream has grown to 14 wineries strong, all offering Cayuga Lake Wine Trail’s unique brand of fine wines and family tradition that keeps our friends coming back year after year. Our fine wines, garnering over 6500 national & international medals, pair perfectly with the warm hospitality and unforgettable experiences that are the hallmark of the trail. Here’s a toast to some of our early pioneers that had the vision and determination to bring good people together so that other good people could enjoy the land that we love, the wines that we celebrate and the memories that we cherish.

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Now celebrating their 40th year, Lucas Vineyards is Cayuga Lake’s oldest winery and a founding member of the wine trail. Lucas sets the standard for a great wine trail experience. Like many fine wines, Lucas just keeps getting better with each passing year. Started by Ruth Lucas in 1980 with only two grape varieties, they’ve blossomed into a 4th generation business with over thirty delicious options to choose from. Aptly named founding member Americana Vineyards prides itself in all it has to offer. Variety truly is the spice of life at Americana. Here in the land of the free, Americana offers experiences and options worth celebrating. As with all of our wineries, Fido and friends are warmly welcomed here. From wine, beer, fudge, and café eats, to live music, pizza parties, a huge BBQ bash, and the pet-friendliest location you’ll find, Americana simply has something for everyone. Another founding member, Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery offers 100% estate grown wines and takes great pride in crafting their wine in a sustainable manner through land stewardship and vineyard cultivation practices. Located at the heart of the trail, Cayuga Ridge offers striking views and honest wines. Sample their wines in their rustic barn under their gothic church lights for the perfect Finger Lakes Experience.

Knapp Winery is recognized as an honorary founding member since they joined the wine trail the year after it was formed making countless contributions to the trail over the years. Knapp is one of four wineries on the trail that also offers spirits made with grapes. With a restaurant on-site, enjoy a delicious meal prepared by their executive chef after your tasting or experience a perfect pairing at one of their monthly wine dinners.

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“Ospreys,” page 46 At Kodak, Derek Doeffinger was lucky enough to be on the team that launched digital photography for consumers. His obsession with waterfalls drew him into the Finger Lakes, where he found a land filled with both character and characters. If you meet him, be ready for a witticism: he thinks he’s a funny guy.

“Justin Suarez,” page 18 Freelance writer Nancy E. McCarthy moved from Queens, New York to Canandaigua the day before the area’s catastrophic 1991 ice storm. Undeterred, Nancy still lives here with her husband, son and two magnificent Newfoundland dogs. A decade-long Life in the Finger Lakes contributor, Nancy writes the “Off the Easel” and new “Creature Comforts” features plus other stories on varied topics.

“Auburn,” page 32 Jim Hughes has been a contributor since 2002. Over that period of time he has written and photographed a number of features as well as dozens of monthly articles under the headings of “A Proud Community” and “Nooks and Crannies.” A retired math teacher and track coach, Jim has a fascination for our area’s rich history and natural beauty. “We’re fortunate to live in a region with so much variety,” he says. “It’s been a pleasure roaming its byways, meeting its people, and highlighting its stories.”

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A lifelong resident of the Southern Tier, Cindy Ruggieri has been providing her photographs and articles on the Finger Lakes region for almost 20 years, and loves meeting the interesting people and exploring the beautiful places she writes about. When not traveling the region or visiting her three sons, she can be found wandering around antique stores looking for historical treasures.

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“Ludovico Trail,” page 28 Bloomfield native Laurel Wemett, a longtime LIFL feature writer and book reviewer, enjoys reading cookbooks. Their recipes reveal how dining and food preparation change over time. Older cookbooks are found at her store, Cat’s in the Kitchen in Canandaigua along with vintage culinary tools, housewares, and gifts for cat lovers. Courtesy Chesler Photography

“Peace, Love, Boating,” page 62 After more than a decade living in Brooklyn, David Diehl a Hobart & William Smith writing graduate ’05, returned to the Finger Lakes to rediscover his advocacy for the region, its cuisine, and its libations. He has also been published in The Finger Lakes Times, YRB Magazine, and Inked Magazine. You can check out more of his work at FLXwords.com. It is still a goal to stay overnight at a Bed and Breakfast on each of the 11 lakes. He has six to go.

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“Fishers,” page 60 Joel M. Herrling graduated from SUNY Brockport with a Biological Science degree. Growing up, he spent time on his grandfather’s farm. The love of the outdoors has always been there. However, it wasn’t until a few years ago that he developed an interest for freelance writing and photography about the outdoors. During his free time he enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his family.

“Dog-Friendly Hikes and Trail Rules,” pages 52 and 56 Kelly Makosch loves Finger Lakes summers best, where you can find her running along Ithaca’s many gorges, spending time outdoors with family and friends, or experimenting with her CSA.

Edie Jodz lives in beautiful Ithaca where she enjoys hiking with her family and working for the Finger Lakes Land Trust.

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throwback issues

July/August July/August 2015 This issue celebrates the organized chaos of polo in Skaneateles. Tidbit: The “three sisters” was an essential aspect of farming for the Iroquois. Find out more on page 34. Question: Where can you experience an aerial adventure for the entire family? Find out on page 62.

July/August 2019 This issue features Part 1 of the story behind each of the 11 Finger Lakes. Tidbit: Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance celebrates 100 years. See more on page 32. Question: What Finger Lakes community is featured in this issue? Hint – they celebrate a grape festival every year. Find out on page 68. This back issue is available in print for $5 each. Visit FingerLakesMagazine.com/store

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Summer 2010 In this issue, learn about peoples’ fascination with cars and the professions they inspire. See page 54.

Summer 2012

Tidbit: Read about a couple’s journey from Cayuga Lake to the Atlantic Ocean on page 10.

This issue features the environment and the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes Region.

Question: What was Brian, Phil and Jim’s excellent adventure? Find out on page 44.

Tidbit: Thornden Park in Syracuse is famous for a particular flower. Find out more on page 44. Question: A Finger Lakes native made it to the Olympics in 2012 playing soccer. Who is it? Find out on page 60.

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Rhonda Willsey, Lic RE Salesperson Geneva Light Opera Geneva Light Opera is deeply disappointed to announce that its production of Rossini’s comic opera “La Cenerentola” (“Cinderella”), scheduled to take place on July 23, 25 and 26 in Geneva’s Smith Opera House, cannot go forward as planned In the meantime, members of the cast are putting together a “remote” video recording of the second act sextet, which will be posted on genevalightopera.org when completed. Stay tuned! Skaneateles Festival Their upcoming season will, inevitably, be taking a different form. The Skaneateles Festival believes that music is more crucial than ever at this time and has the power to connect us with each other and our sense of shared humanity. Soon, the festival will announce a Re-Imagined 2020 season, seeking out new ways that the Skanfest community can experience great music together. Stay tuned and check in at skanfest.org.

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Go Big or Go Home

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ustin Suarez was 17 when he began painting graffiti around the Albany area. Though it was 2000 and by then graffiti was considered an art form, it was still illegal. Artists used tag names to conceal their identity. Suarez’s moniker was Mr. Prvrt (short for “pervert”). Provocative, yes, but Suarez explains: “I always have referred to the dictionary definition of the verb “to pervert” meaning to alter or change the meaning or course.” Suarez is now a mural artist living in Rochester. He finally dropped Mr. Prvrt and signs his actual name. His works are branded under Aerosol Kingdom, which aptly describes his love of using aerosol paint to depict the animal kingdom in urban environments. Suarez’s finely detailed outdoor murals are mainly created freehand with spray paint and can be found all over Rochester, other U.S. cities and abroad.

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Justin Suarez “I am still astonished when I see the detail he achieves on his animal murals with spray paint. It’s truly something to behold in person,” says Erich Lehman, a longtime friend and collaborator who is owner/curator of 1975 gallery. Birds of prey became Suarez’s preferred subject matter after painting an owl mural for Wild Wings (WW) in

2013. WW is a Honeoye Falls based not-for-profit organization that houses and cares for permanently injured birds. Suarez has since painted numerous murals for WW and has learned much about the raptors’ anatomies and personalities. “It’s really helped me get better at painting them,” Suarez says.

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Mural at Cook Iron Store Company on the corner of St. Paul and Andrews Streets in Rochester.

Animal Attraction Animals were always a big part of his life. Suarez grew up on a farm in Nassau, near Albany. His parents were animal behaviorists and Suarez spent time with primates. His family even visited Kenya when he was six. Later, he would volunteer at a local zoo. Suarez was also consumed with

making art. “My mom used to love to tell people how my teachers would call home and complain that I spent more time drawing on my tests than I did answering the questions,” he says. There was no question he would be an art major in college. “I honestly couldn’t think of anything else I could picture myself doing,”

After his Associate’s Degree in Illustration at the Sage College of Albany (followed by a semester as a printmaking major), Suarez stumbled upon the technique of hand-cut spray painted stencils. He feverishly practiced this method on small and large scale works but making and using stencils was time-consuming. Eventually J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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The Artist’s Process Suarez takes a picture of the wall before beginning the design process. Then, using Photoshop, he creates and lays his images directly onto the wall photo. This helps him to plan better and gives building owners and clients a way to envision how the final mural will look. When ready to paint the mural, Suarez physically “sketches” the design on the wall using transparent black and white spray paints. “The sprays have more solvent than pigment, which means that the paint does not come out opaque,” he explains. “The feel of this could easily be compared to using a black or white charcoal pencil.” The sketch is key. “Dialing that in before you start to paint is a huge part of setting yourself up for success,” says Suarez. Next up: the basic fill to get everything covered quickly as possible with base colors. “Then comes the fun part, the details!” he says. The spray paints Suarez primarily uses are a brand called MTN 94. This paint is specifically designed for outdoor mural use and holds up well to the elements. When he works on very large surfaces, Suarez occasionally uses an industrial sprayer and house paint to fill in the largest areas. Since he primarily paints animals, a lot of his color palette involves earth tones.

Suarez experimented and perfected his freehand style while picking up tips from other aerosol artists along the way ROC Art Suarez moved to Rochester in 2003 after visiting a friend attending Rochester Institute of Technology a few times. “Rochester had all the things I needed from a city—mainly other artists to be around,” says Suarez who

also enjoys the area’s parks, diverse neighborhoods and unique restaurants. Rochester quickly became home but even more so after finding his artist tribe. After Suarez met Sarah C. Rutherford, Michael Moncibaiz (a.k.a St. Monci), Lea Rizzo and Erich Lehman they formed an art collective in 2009. The Sweet Meat Company was an obscure tribute to the Hungerford Building where two colleagues rented art studios. Sweet meat is slang for candy and the building was formerly a fruit syrups and ice cream toppings factory. The artists collaborated on large scale installation exhibits and a group mural. But as their respective solo art careers continued to evolve “scheduling for other major projects for the five of us became nearly impossible,” says Lehman. They now often work in pairs, especially on murals. Rochester’s neighborhoods have been significantly brightened with a plethora of murals after Dr. Ian Wilson launched an annual street art festival in 2011. So far, WALL\THERAPY has produced over 130 murals by local and international artists. Lehman, also a graphic artist, initially helped with the website and branding but is now lead “Gerhard” is one of many murals Suarez has painted for Wild Wings bird sanctuary, at Mendon Ponds Park in Honeoye Falls.

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ROC Paint Division’s young artists and public art coordinators produced a collaborative mural depicting local musicians at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in 2019. Mikaela Davis is Suarez’s section of the mural.

organizer and co-curates the artist roster and subject themes. Suarez painted murals as part of WALL\THERAPY in 2012 (both Masked Woman and an owl series are by the Rochester Public Market’s South Union Street entrance) and 2013 (the untitled Heron and Toad is painted on the Premier Pastry building on South Avenue and untitled Fox and Rabbit is on the corner of South Avenue and Comfort Street). “Without WALL\THERAPY, Erich and Ian, I do not know that I would be able to make a living doing what I love,” says Suarez. “They really paved the way for our city to become aware of, and embrace contemporary mural arts.” Suarez moved on to produce commissioned works and started his volunteer association with Wild Wings. “Working up close with those birds has made me a better artist, and person, in countless ways,” he says. In addition to murals, he designed bird prints used on fundraising items. He is now a raptor handler and educational program docent. “Justin works incredibly hard helping to care for the animals whether it’s through his hands-on work at the facility or through his artwork,” says Executive Director Terry Kozakiewicz. “He is a wonderful and talented artist whose work not only enhances the Wild Wings facility but also countless

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places throughout our community” Sarah Rutherford is one of Suarez’s frequent mural collaborators. They painted some WW murals together, many more in Rochester; Burlington, Vermont; Jackson Mississippi; and even in Berlin, Germany! The Jackson mural, produced last summer during the Bright Walls mural festival, was 50 feet high—the tallest Suarez has ever created. Suarez and Rutherford, along with muralist Brittany Williams, serve as Public Art Coordinators for Roc Paint Division, the City of Rochester’s Youth Mural Arts Program. Its mission is “to beautify the city’s Rec Centers through mural arts while providing employment and training opportunities to young developing artists.” Just finishing its fifth season, the program has grown from seven teenage students to 14. It came full circle for Suarez when the students partnered with WALL\THERAPY to produce a mural at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park in 2019. “Our concept was to depict young musicians, living and creating within our city,” Suarez explains. “As young living artists ourselves, it felt great to be celebrating the life and creativity of our city.” ROC Paint and Wild Wings keeps Suarez anchored in Rochester until summer when he typically travels for mural painting. But “the art world is a little up in the air right now, with the state of everything surrounding Covid-19,” he says. Many projects were cancelled or pushed out. “I am hoping that things will clear up sooner than later,” he says. “If given the choice, I would love to be painting on a wall outside every single day.”

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ocated in the heart of central New York wine country, Keuka Lake lies 17 miles southwest of the City of Geneva. Shaped like a Y, Keuka ranks third in size among the Finger Lakes. The hamlet of Branchport is located at the tip of the lake’s northwest arm and the Village of Penn Yan tips the northeast arm. At the lake’s south end is the Village of Hammondsport. Rooted aquatic vegetation is confined mainly to the northernmost ends of the lake’s two arms, and to the lake’s south end. There are also weedbeds around prominent points and deltas. Eurasian milfoil is the dominate species but pondweeds, stonewort, musk grass, and eel grass are also present. Fish species include alewife, Atlantic salmon, black crappie, bluegill, brown trout, lake trout, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rainbow trout, rock bass, smallmouth bass, smelt and yellow perch. Historically, Keuka Lake has had excellent lake trout and smallmouth bass fishing. Of the four salmonids now present, “lakers” are the most prominent, with their population maintained completely by natural reproduction. Rainbows were introduced around the turn of the century and soon became self-sustaining. Most spawning occurs in Cold Brook, at Keuka’s south end, and in Guyanoga Creek (also called Sugar Creek), which enters the lake at Branchport. — dec.ny.gov

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Hugo the Heron by Carol Adamec

New sculptures have been added to the Frank J. Ludovico Sculpture Trail by Laurel C. Wemett

resh air, blue skies, and gentle waters. Abundant flora and fauna. The Finger Lakes Region offers individuals and small groups a natural environment ideal for walking, biking, birding, fishing, painting, photo-taking, or just kicking back. In Seneca Falls, the Frank J. Ludovico Sculpture Trail, bordering the south bank of the Cayuga-Seneca Canal for a mile and a half west of Bridge Street to Sucker Brook, has all that and more. For over 20 years, a former canal towpath that later became a bed for the Lehigh Valley Railroad has been transformed into a trail punctuated by original art work. The Ludovico Sculpture Tail owes its existence to the vision and dedication of its founder, Wilhelmina Pusmucans. An immigrant from Latvia and now a naturalized U.S. citizen, Pusmucans regards Seneca Falls, the birthplace of women’s rights, as a perfect location for women sculptors to exhibit their works. After arriving in Seneca Falls in 1991 from Buffalo,

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where she operated an art gallery, she sought a park-like locale to accommodate multiple sculptures. In 1998, thanks to businessman Frank J. Ludovico, the canal side property that now bears his name was donated to Pusmucans for a scenic art trail. The Friends of Frank J. Ludovico Sculpture Trail, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, was formed; brush, overgrown trees, and undergrowth were removed; and the first sculpture, The Status of Women, 1848-1920 by Betty Boggs, was installed on the trail in 1999. Today’s trail continues to evolve thanks to Pusmucans, talented artists, and dedicated volunteers who oversee its development and maintenance. The next generation—Elizabeth Rossetti, Margaret Pusmucans, and Ludwig Pusmucans—continues to realize their mother’s project. Sculptures begin with an artist’s conception, perhaps as a model, and are then fabricated and installed once finances are secured. Donations, fundraisers, grants, and town funds support the organization’s mission to provide “opportunities for artists to create and install outdoor sculptures which explore historic and contemporary issues of society.” In Spring 2008, a Life in the Finger Lakes story featured eight sculptures then in place on the trail. Now, the number has doubled. Six painted murals depicting the region from its glacial formation to contemporary recreational destination have also been added. “People are enjoying the trail,” says Rossetti, who stresses the positive impact of artworks. Personally, she likes adding new seedlings and plantings along the pathway.

Above: Peeking through the trail growth is the semi-circular shape of Machine Lace made by Buffalo-based artist, Sarah Fonzi. Below: One of the latest installations is Stainless Steel Jacketed Process Vessel. It was originally used by Evans Chemetics in Waterloo in one of their processes for making compounds for the hair care and cosmetics industries, and was removed from service more than 50 years ago. As the vessel sits, it is actually upside down. Normally it would hang in the middle of a production area and be supported on the angle brackets on the front and left sides. Photo by Neville Sachs

Newer Sculptures Thematically, many of the trail’s sculptures honor women’s rights and have been sculpted by women. Stylistically, they are wide-ranging. Miriam Nelson of Connecticut created Freedom Spirit, a non-objective steel aluminum sculpture dedicated in 2016. Its graceful looping red form is visible from many vantage points. Another newer addition is Machine Lace by Buffalo-based artist Sarah Fonzi. The delicate, semi-circular shape suggests a lady’s fan. Its curving decorative lines artfully allow the trail walker a view of the canal beyond. Some works appear more lifelike and have close ties to Seneca Falls. Sculpted portraits of contemporary women already included Diana Smith (2006), the first woman mayor of the village of Seneca J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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cultured ENJOY FIRE ALL YEAR! Sculptures located near the trail entrance. Foreground: The Protector of the Trail (2009); Near right: Hillary Clinton (2013); Left: reverse side of The Status of Women, 1848-1920 by Betty Boggs, the first sculpture on the trail (1999). Photo by Laurel Wemett

her Red Tailed Hawk, Freedom Flight (2009), which glides overhead atop a 16-foot pole. When the sculptor’s 6-foot heron was installed, Adamec saw a real one in the grasses further along on the trail, reassuring her that “Hugo was in good company.” Hugo is the Central New Yorker’s second heron; the first, Humphrey, was fabricated for her daughter in steel and rusted naturally. The Ludovico Trail version is stainless steel, and only the metal foliage near the bird’s legs will rust. After crossing the bridge beyond Working Man’s Alchemy (2007), and following the path to the right, a new whimsical trail addition awaits. Stainless Steel Jacketed Process Vessel is displayed upside down, says Neville Sachs, husband of sculptor Adamec. The engineer identified this curious machine-made object once used for manufacturing hair care and cosmetics products. Recently, the trail faced a challenging issue. Trail supporters successfully resisted a proposal from the Seneca Falls Town Board for eminent domain of the trail to put in a sewer line. Trail board member Dr. Allison Stokes was among those who asserted that the sewer line installation under the trail would cause permanent damage. The statue trail is “a key part of the town’s cultural landscape. It’s a great asset that needs preservation,” said Stokes. In June 2019, eminent domain was denied by the appellate court. The town had failed to take into account the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s caution that the sewer’s construction could impact the possible presence of endangered, threatened, or rare animals and plant species – the northern long-eared bat, the imperial moth, and the northern bog violet. Also of concern was how the proposed horizontal drill boring process might impact surface water, particularly the canal. Today, plans to enhance the visitor’s experience continue, and include new entrance signage. For information on this dawn-to-dusk trail, check its Facebook page or email lrossva@ cox.net. To make a tax-deductible donation for upkeep of the trail, or to become a sponsor or volunteer, contact Friends of Ludovico Sculpture Trail, PO Box 164, Seneca Falls, NY 13148.

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Auburn Auburn sits at the crossroads of the Empire State… a city with a diverse personality and many facets. ~ Arch Merrill (1951) ~

The Owasco Lake outlet in Emerson Park.

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uburn is, and always has been, a city of contrasts, an engaging mural framed with both polished borders and rough edges. That underlying dichotomy continues to be part of its charm. On one corner you may find dining that matches the best in in the region and beyond … on the next an amiable saloon where friends have “tipped a few”

for generations. Separated by a few city blocks lie two of Auburn’s most disparate buildings, each drenched in history — one a stately mansion in a park-like setting, the other a huge structure, stark and foreboding. The incongruity of the William H. Seward home with the Auburn Correctional Facility so close at hand is curious indeed.

Echoes of History William Henry Seward (1801-1872), a man of ambition, ability, and energy, moved to Auburn as a young lawyer and proudly called the city home ever after. A staunch abolitionist, Seward served as a two-term governor of New York and later as Secretary of State for Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. In 1867, he negotiated the purchase of Alaska, at the time disparagingly referred to by its critics as “Seward’s Folly.” In the process of writing his memoirs, Seward was in his Auburn residence at the time of his death. The Seward House Museum, settled amid gardens and trees, is open to the public for tours of its carefully restored interior and Seward’s collection of art, photographs, and souvenirs of his political life and travels. The construction of Auburn Prison (now ACF) began in 1816. As New York’s oldest existing state prison, it occupies an ominous presence in center city. Within its walls, history has reached across the spectrum from the world’s first legal prisoner electrocution in 1890 to a complete 1908 staging of “Buffalo Bill” Cody’s Wild West Show, acclaimed by hundreds of shirt-sleeved inmates. Iconic “Copper John,” a statue

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produced long ago in the prison foundry, has observed it was established for “The Moses of Her People,” just south all from his lofty perch above the institution. Endless tales of the city. Visit both the Tubman and Seward gravesites in — from alarming to humorous — about the imposing gray scenic Fort Hill Cemetery, a few blocks from downtown. building have circulated among generations of Auburnians. Other intriguing individuals spent all or part of their The city’s place in history doesn’t end with Seward lives as Auburn residents: sound-on-film pioneer Theodore and the famed prison … far from it. One of Auburn’s most Case, oft-credited (and oft-disputed) inventor of baseball noteworthy residents came to Auburn late in her life. After Major General Abner Doubleday, and prolific writer Samuel escaping slavery, Harriet Tubman (c.1822-1913) repeatedly Hopkins Adams among them. Most curious may be Annie returned to her native Maryland and courageously guided FromEdson Taylor, the “Queen of the Mist.” In 1901, when she was Oswego scores of her brethren to safetyLake in the north. As a “conductor” in her 60s, Taylor became the first person to survive a plunge Ontario Hilton of these perilous journeys via the over Niagara Falls in a barrel. From Watertown Sodus Bay Sodus Point MONROE Wolcott Underground Railroad, it was said “she Oneida Webster Sodus Lake Brockport Baldwinsville never lost a passenger.” As a clarion Moving Forward Spencerport Rochester North Syracuse voice for Tubman’s cause, Seward From Auburn is a close-knit town, one E. Rochester Utica WAYNE Clyde Fairport Macedon Lyons arranged for her to settle in Auburn with deep roots and a steadfast pride Jordan Solvay Palmyra Fayetteville From Weedsport Newark Syracuse BuffaloFrom there she continued in 1859. in anything community oriented: Manlius Marcellus Caledonia Honeoye Manchester Skaneateles her abolitionist activitiesFallsandVictor went history, arts, culture, business, sports. Seneca Shortsville Clifton Falls ONONDAGA Springs Phelps Canandaigua Cayuga Auburn Waterloo on to serve the Union Army in the The Equal Rights Heritage Center Avon ONTARIO 10 Lima Bloomfield Geneva 11 Union Civil War as a nurse,Livonia cook, scout, and opened in 2018 to shine a light on SENECA Springs 9 7 Hemlock 8 spy. In laterGeneseo life Tubman continued “History’s Hometown.” Home to Honeoye Mt. 3 Aurora Morris work 1 humanitarian for her family and Auburn’s Historic & Cultural Sites Moravia 4 VINGSTON CAYUGA the needyL Iof Auburn. 2In 2017, the Commission, the ERHC’s mission is to Ovid 5 Penn Yan Homer CORTLAND YATES Interlaken Naples Harriet Tubman National Historic Park introduce visitors to all that the city Cortland Branchport McGraw Nunda Groton Dansville has to offer. Wayland Trumansburg 104

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Among many supportive community organizations is the Auburn Downtown BID, overseers of dynamic and ongoing improvements to revitalize the city’s downtown business district. Everything from boutique shopping to public art installations and street festivals have drawn people to this “hub” of Cayuga County. Almost two dozen eateries are scattered about the district: award-winning fine dining, ethnic cuisine, craft breweries, and casual bistros. “The partnerships and creativity that happen here amaze me … Auburn has small town quality of life with a big city feel,” says BID staff member Jesse Kline. Auburn Public Theater provides a heartbeat of cultural entertainment to the downtown district, a place to enrich appreciation of cinema, live performances, lectures, and special events. Education in the arts is promoted through school activities and accessible classes. Cultural neighbors along stately Genesee Street are the Schweinfurth Art Center and the Cayuga Museum of History. The Schweinfurth opens its doors yearly to hundreds of artists, most from Central New York, to exhibit and discuss every aspect of their visions, from traditional to contemporary. In addition, the center offers classes, workshops, concerts, and special events. Since 1936, the Cayuga Museum has been housed in the Willard-Case Mansion. The elegant Greek Revival residence, dating back to 1836, is an appropriate setting to display the area’s rich past. The Case Research Lab (“Birthplace of Talking Movies”) and the Carriage House Theater are all part of the complex. From June through October, the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival prevails at the historic Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, an enclosed former carousel, and throughout town at multiple venues. It’s an annual celebration of Broadway hits, classic revivals, and first-time productions. Visit the Willard Memorial Chapel with its interior completely designed by Louis C. Tiffany and the Tiffany

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Glass Company. Emerson Park offers over a mile of Owasco Lake beach and shoreline for swimming, picnicking, and boating, and every August is the site of the Great Race team triathlon. On a summer evening, take in Auburn Doubledays baseball at family-friendly Falcon Park, enjoy September’s Tomato Fest, or simply stroll past the distinguished homes and greenery of the South Street Historic District.

The People The heart of any community is its people. Families who have lived in Auburn for generations remain proud of their city, its neighborhoods, and their friends. It’s an uncommon loyalty that extends to locally owned restaurants, markets, and pubs. Few have had a finger on the pulse of the community more than Ormie King. His “Legends of Auburn” newspaper columns have long offered reliable and entertaining commentary on just about everything, past or present, that’s woven into the fabric of his hometown. From notable anniversaries to historical gems to his love of local sports, King has covered it all, often accompanied with a few of his nostalgic “faded photos.” Typical would be a number of columns King has written on the topic of Auburn nicknames, a quirky tradition that sooner or later seems to pin a moniker on almost everyone: Squirrel, Bisso, Shortcake, Ding-Dong, Crocky, Thunderhead, Singapore, Poochie. Around town, the origin of a particular nickname is often hazy, yet often more familiar than the person’s real name. “We’re just a very family-oriented place,” says King’s daughter Denise Bennett. “If you need help … people will always step up … provide support.” That’s not just Denise’s opinion. In its October 25, 2010 issue, Forbes Magazine named Auburn “Best Small City to Raise a Family” in the Northeast.

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hether you’re a seasoned mountain biker or tackling the trails on two wheels for the

first time, there is a spot in the Finger Lakes for you. Area parks offer everything from technical, single-track to wide, stone-dust rail trails if you know where to look. For more information, be sure to reach out to local mountain bike groups like Cycle-CNY, CNY Dirt, and the Finger Lakes Cycling Club, that volunteers to maintain area trails and host events.

Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area Bikers here will find that the majority of trails follow old forest roads, but single-track paths also round-out the network of interconnected and parallel loops. Trips of varying length and difficulty can be easily accomplished after a quick study of the trail map before heading out. What makes it enjoyable for bike a ride — a deep woodland feel with broad, stable trails that include lots of lengthy lines-of-sight — also makes for an ideal crosscountry skiing destination in the winter.

Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill For a great ride with or without your kids, try the multiuse trail system at Gannett Hill. Trails are laid out in different loops that occasionally connect. Each trail is well marked, has its own color, and provides an indication of trail difficulty, so you can put together a route that suites both your skill and energy level. When you’re done with your ride, head to the overlook for an amazing view of Bristol Valley sprawling across the western horizon.

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Cayuga-Seneca Canal Trail If rail trails are more your style, look no further than the CayugaSeneca Canal Trail, which follows an old railroad bed alongside the canal. The western end can be accessed by parking at Seneca Lake State Park or at the Bishop Nature Preserve, owned by the Finger Lakes Land Trust. The preserve has a large gravel parking area off West River Road and a newly constructed path that connects directly to the trail. Once on the canal trail, bikers can enjoy an out-and-back style ride along a broad, level, stonedust trail. Free of obstructions, the path allows you to take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the pastoral landscape.

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Oakley Corners State Forest Oakley Corners State Forest is literally divided in half by Dutchtown Road, and though much of the forest is the same to the north and south of the road, there are a few differences. Notably, all of the ponds are within the southern portion of the property, and the trails around them, marked in yellow, are more level and easier. The northern section features uneven terrain and more challenging trails. Pop on your bike and expect a challenging ride on classic, single-track trails that stretch for over 15 miles.

Chenango Valley State Park This Southern Tier park is a huge destination for Finger Lakes mountain bikers in the spring because its sandy terrain along the Chenango River drains and dries early. The park offers abnormally dry conditions even when Shindagin Hollow and Hammond Hill are still muddy. And, because this is one of the few New York State Parks in the area that allows mountain biking, it also attracts a fall riding crowd when the state forests are filled with hunters.

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Did you know that just down the road there’s an extraordinary wildlife spectacle going on right now? One that’s easy to get to and easy to see? One that offers amazing action with ringside seats? The stars of this show are ospreys, those fish-crazed hawks that rival eagles as the most riveting of raptors. They’re here in abundance. And they’re here now. Candace Cornell, a retired osprey by Derek Doeffinger

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Candace Cornell has birds in her bones, in

particular the osprey. After retiring from her biologist job at Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology, she focused her fascination with birds on the osprey. For the past seven years, she has vigilantly tracked, surveyed, photographed, observed, and advocated for local ospreys. Best of all, she has written about them in her blog. It’s a must read.

She vividly describes (and illustrates with striking

photos) the ups and downs of osprey lives while giving great insights into their natural history. Of special interest are the adventures of the long-mated pair Orpheus and Ophelia, who she has been following since their first courtship dance. She even installed a webcam above their nest to facilitate her observations. Don’t miss her blog and webcam at lansingrec.com.

What’s her favorite osprey memory? “I help the

Cornell Ornithology Lab release rehabilitated ospreys. There’s nothing better than releasing a bird as majestic as an osprey.” Laughing, she describes a release that didn’t quite work out as planned. “This one took off and then crashed into the water. It was going to drown, so I dove in with all my clothes on and brought it back to shore.”

n early spring, ospreys fly here from the jungles and waterways of Central and South America to start families. By July, they are harried parents trying to satisfy the voracious cries of hunger from their increasingly rambunctious youngsters. Find a nest (which is easy to do) and you’ll find action. Most entertaining are the aerial acrobatics. If you’re patient, you’ll eventually see dive bombing, stunt flying, furious pursuits, and fearless plunges into shallow waters. And sibling rivalries. When the chicks spot a distant dad returning with a fish, they grow increasingly frenzied and jockey for the best spot to get their share. As summer progresses, comedic interludes may also lighten the day as, one by one, the rapidly maturing chicks perch on the nest edge trying to gather up courage for that first, often bumbling, and usually quite short, flight. Cornell says with a laugh: “The chicks know how to fly, but they don’t know how to land.” Long native to coastal areas, ospreys have only recently begun living in the Finger Lakes. Your grandparents probably didn’t grow up with them. Possibly not even your parents. You can almost think of ospreys as 21st-century or millennial birds. They didn’t begin populating the area until after the egg-weakening insecticide DDT (which nearly led to extinction of several raptors) was banned in 1972. From a mere dozen or so in the 1990s, they’ve zoomed to over 300 individuals now. See them now Where can you find ospreys? By far the greatest concentration is along the shores of Cayuga Lake (see map on page 45). Over 135 nests populate a broad swath that wraps around the lake and sweeps up to encompass the Montezuma swamp area. The short commute to the fishery makes this prime real estate for ospreys. You can choose from dozens of mini-theater stages that come in the form of nest platforms built atop telephone poles. Many are right next to the road. Some sites even offer common lakeside amenities, such as a picnic table (Stuart

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Park), a public picnic patio (Cayuga Waterfront Trail), a lakeside hiking path with a Little Free Library (Salt Point Natural Area), an adjacent waterfall pool for swimming (Great Gully), or a beach (Cayuga Town Hall). If you find an active nest, pull up a seat at a nonthreatening distance of 100-200 feet. If the nesting osprey repeatedly cries out or leaves the nest, you’re probably too close, so move farther away. Ospreys favor Cayuga Lake for its fish-filled shallow waters at the north and south ends. If you spend time watching them return to the nest, you can almost take a census of the fish species in the shallow waters. Cornell says, “They’ll eat almost any fish under two pounds. I’ve seen them return to the nest with yellow perch, rock bass, brown bullheads, sunfish, and carp. Sometimes even a snake, but that’s usually a mistake.” If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see an osprey hover above the water as it spies a meal and then plummets, talons outstretched, into the water and emerges clutching a wriggling fish. Specialized oil on their feathers enables them to submerge and emerge while shedding the weight of water. After catching a fish, the osprey arranges it in an aerodynamic position: head forward, clutched and held fast in opposing talons that open and close like a log loader. J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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Ospreys dine almost solely on fish (yellow perch here). Photo by Bari Doeffinger

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Paul Paradine loves nature and ospreys. “Ospreys are a magical species

... there is true wonder in seeing them return each spring,” he says. That’s fortunate, because he’s in a position to help them out. Now the Senior Vegetation Manager for NYSEG and RG&E, Paul has been a force behind the nesting boxes.

The ospreys’ urge to build nests on telephone poles led to electrically-

induced fires and power outages. Realizing that ospreys weren’t going to change, NYSEG decided to nudge them above the lines. Alan Poole, retired from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, designed a nesting box/platform that can be installed on risers above the lines and transformers.

For about a dozen years, Paradine has spent much of his own time

coordinating, resolving, and negotiating with government groups, landowners, and interested civilians to install nest platforms. Cornell says, “He’s the guy I call when I find ospreys that need nesting help.” Although the nest box program has been a win-win, dealing with the coronavirus has slowed NYSEG’s ability to deal with osprey nesting issues.

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OSPREY TRAIL All osprey nests

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In pictures, it may seem like the osprey is an aerial taxi transporting the fish. Actually, that’s what it’s doing, but Café Osprey is not a desirable destination for the fish. In addition to bringing home fish, the male returns daily with sticks to build the nest. Piercing yellow eyes Ospreys are impressive birds: huge wingspans, fearsome talons, a flesh-tearing beak, piercing yellow eyes, shrill scream. Equally impressive are their nests. A new nest starts out as a sparse collection of sticks only a few inches high and a few feet wide. However, several years of seasonal building adds layer after layer of sticks, eventually turning a nest into a towering turret whose top may extend even

beyond the reach of LeBron James standing on tiptoes. And unlike the stick house of little pig number two, these stick constructions can withstand a lot of huffing and puffing. When Cornell went to the Turk and Caicos Islands to study osprey nest durability, she found that the nests had survived two recent hurricanes. Like human snowbirds, ospreys follow good weather. They begin arriving here by late March to stake their claims on nests and mates. It’s not always first come first served; some nasty spats arise both over real estate and mates. The female picks a mate based on his courtship prowess (nothing new there). That means the suitor must demonstrate superior fitness, protection skills, and fishing proficiency (their diet is 99 percent fish). The male struts J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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his stuff with aerial acrobatics. After catching a fish, he ascends several hundred feet, crying out for the female’s attention to be sure she watches as he flaunts his catch and osprey manliness. Over several minutes, the male dives, hovers, and shows off, then drops lower to hover and show off some more, maybe adding in a few loops and swoops, but edging ever lower as he strives to tantalize and persuade the female that he’s the one. Finally, with a great flourish, he hurtles to the nest, talons extended to present the fish, and at the last second sweeps up his wings to brake and land in front of her with a “Ta-da!” If he’s wise (not all are), he gives up the fish no matter how tasty it may be, and hangs around for some relationship building. If the female chooses him, it’s usually for life. But Cornell notes there is one exception: “If the male turns out to be a poor provider, she’ll divorce him in a second.” The female lays one to four eggs, which hatch 36-42 days later, in May and June. The male and female ospreys share in incubation, although it is predominantly the female’s job, as is tending the chicks after they hatch. Chicks begin to test their flight skills from late July to mid-August, but still rely on their father to provide fish until they are ready to migrate in September.

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What’s next The family breaks up as each family member migrates separately. In a few months, when we are shoveling snow, many of these magnificent birds will be perched in the steamy jungles of Central and South America (Venezuelan jungles are a favorite destination), keeping an eye on the monkeys, jaguars, and anacondas as they scan for fish in the waters below. Come our spring, the parents return independently to the same nest to start a new family. The juveniles stay on their wintering grounds for a maturing gap year and return north at 2 years of age. Fish and habitat draw the ospreys here. That they’ve stayed, thrived, and flourished beyond expectations results in part from the efforts of their many passionate supporters (see sidebars).

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Above: Wayne Meyers next to his garden shed Left: The gazebo is surrounded by beautiful stone work and an abundance of colors.

riving along Michigan Hollow Road in the town of Spencer, you might notice a small sign in front of Wayne Meyers’ house simply stating “Meyers’ Gardens.” It’s a hint of what he has here, but doesn’t come close to describing what’s in his backyard. A lifelong resident of Spencer, Wayne has spent years building, creating, collecting and sharing. Yes, it is a gorgeous botanical garden. With over 650 different perennials, it’s a stunning burst of color spread out along pathways, stone walls and terrace, a gazebo, and a pond that includes a waterfall and bridge. “Both my mother and grandmother were avid gardeners, and that’s where my interest in gardening began,” Meyers explains. Growing up, he grew about 700 pumpkins each year and sold them to help finance his education at Cornell. But the garden is just the beginning. The property has been in the Meyers family since his parents purchased it in 1958, and Wayne has spent years turning the 36 acres into not only a lush garden, but also his own small town, with buildings preserving historical artifacts and full of the collections he has spent a lifetime gathering. It started with a grist mill. The property was once the site of a water-powered sawmill, which was gone when the Meyers family moved in. “I was always interested in water wheels, and when I acquired some milling equipment, I decided I needed to build the mill to go along with it on the site of the previous sawmill,” he says. It took almost three years to build the mill—including cutting all his own timber—but when it was completed, it had a working water wheel and even a miller’s quarters. His town expanded from there. J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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Always a collector of anything old or nostalgic, Meyers uses his buildings to display his collections. The grist mill features over 100 feed sacks hanging on a poster display rack for easy viewing, and plenty of kitchen wares to go along with the miller’s quarters. Next came the woodworker’s building, built to display Meyers’ large collection of woodworking tools. A blacksmith shop—dedicated to the memory of his grandfather, who had been a blacksmith and farrier—was added and filled with an extensive collection of blacksmithing tools and implements. Meyers needed an equipment shed to house his old grindstones and cultivators, and a wagon shed to hold his horse-drawn equipment. After acquiring four different cider presses, he built a cider house to house them. If something is reminiscent of a past era, Meyers will collect and display it. And he has a story to go along with everything. “Locals are always adding to my collections,” he explains. “When they clean out or find some interesting antique, they bring it to me.” There is always a new project to keep him going. “Right now, I’m working on a shed for the sleigh I just acquired,” he says. It will be ready by the time the Theodore Friendly Company of Elmira has finished restoring the upholstery of the circa 1880 sled. It’s not just working with wood that holds Meyers’ interest. “Growing up, I liked to build everything and anything,” he explains. “As a young teen, I started building stone walls. The first few fell down, but eventually I learned how to do them properly.” The extensive stone work around his property shows off his stonemason skills. After wood and stone, Meyers progressed to metal. “I kept bothering my neighbor to weld things for me. He finally taught me how to weld Above: The pond and waterfall sit below the stone terrace. Round photos, top to bottom: The blacksmith shop, the tool collection displayed in the woodworking shop, the grist mill – complete with a working waterwheel.

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so I could do it myself.” His metal sculptures are spread throughout his gardens – a giant dragonfly on the roof of a shed, a family of metal people, a giant spider overlooking the pond. And then there is his brick collection. It started when he noticed a number of marked bricks while working at his job cleaning up a vacated property. Research led him to the International Brick Collectors Association, a group devoted to collecting marked bricks. Three swap meets are held each year; Meyers has twice hosted the meet at his property, with attendance of more than 60 members from all over the country. His collection, over 1500 bricks from all over the United States and even other countries, is displayed in a custom-built pergola next to his gardens. “Bricks were so important to the building of our country,” he explains. His collection is yet another way he honors the past. Whatever catches his interest, Meyers turns into a creation on his property. There is a covered bridge over a creek, and a little further up, a rope bridge. A sundial sits on his terrace. One of the most interesting things is his fossil collection, including the huge Uphantania Chemungensis mounted in a glass display case. The glass sponge fossil is a rare fossil found only in a small region of central New York. School groups, Cub Scouts, and even some bus tours from others states have made visits to Meyers’ Gardens. “The collection is so large that there is always something that catches the kids’ interest,” he says. There are so many words to describe Wayne Meyers: master gardener, historian, builder, stonemason, artist, collector. And generous with his time, welcoming visitors to explore all he has created in his backyard. For anyone interested in visiting Meyers’ Gardens, call ahead at 607-589-4572. His address is 1017 Michigan Hollow Road in Spencer.

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3. Erwin Wildlife Management Area

The Finger Lakes Land Trust’s Wesley Hill Preserve has a 5.6-mile trail system which winds past several gullies, diverse stands of mature forest, and a pond. Perfect for exploring, the preserve is home to the immense Briggs Gully and features sweeping views of the hills surrounding Honeoye Lake’s southern end. Dogs must be under their owner’s control at all times.

Five miles west of Corning, the Erwin Wildlife Management Area features over 2,490 acres and more than ten miles of trails. Dogs are free to roam deep gullies with hemlock-shaded streams, deciduous forests, and several small ponds. Similar to state forests, wildlife management areas do not require dogs to be on a leash as long as they are under their owner’s control.

2. Morgan Hill State Forest

4. Sampson State Park

Morgan Hill is a popular spot for Syracuse and Cortland-area hikers looking for some solitude. Dogs are welcome off-leash to explore over 22 miles of marked foot trails and public forest access roads. The trails at Morgan Hill cross seasonal streams, pass through a mixture of deciduous and conifer forests, and extend to the North Country Trail—a 4,600-mile trail that traverses seven states and connects North Dakota to New York.

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Full of military history from World War II and the Korean War, what really shines at Sampson State Park for outdoor enthusiasts is the three and half mile long Lake Trail, much of which follows the shore of Seneca Lake. Here, the access road between the village of Willard and the state park has been designated as a trail and follows within feet of the extraordinarily deep lake. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.

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5. Keuka Outlet Trail The Keuka Lake Outlet Trail follows a generally downhill course from the outlet of Keuka Lake in Penn Yan to the inlet along Seneca Lake in Dresden. Along sections of the trail are the remains of old mill buildings and locks, lush woodlands, and two impressive waterfalls. A winding stream accompanies hikers, runners, bikers and even equestrians along the 6.8mile route. Dogs should be kept on a leash and under their owner’s control at all times.

6. Danby State Forest A favorite spot for Ithaca-area hikers, Danby State Forest has 7,337 acres and over 19 miles of trails including two lean-tos and a section of the Finger Lakes Trail. The forest’s popular 8-mile Abbott Loop features a stunning lookout at Thatcher’s Pinnacles, where you’ll find sweeping views of the Cayuga Inlet Valley and the Finger Lakes Land Trust’s Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve. Dogs are free to explore this state forest off-leash. A reminder to recreation enthusiasts that many parks, forests, and nature preserves allow hunting and trapping in designated periods. Each location profile on Go Finger Lakes includes a link to the managing organization – whether it be the Finger Lakes Land Trust, a New York State agency, or a nature center – and visitors should consult that agency for hunting information before each outing. See our hunting safety guidelines. J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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Dog-Friendly HIKES

How to Be a

Good Traveler on Your Nature Outings by Edie Jodz, Jeff Katris and Kelly Makosch – Gofingerlakes.org

Photo by Kelly Makosch

Land trails and waterways are shared by people, animals, and plants – and human visitors should observe a few best practices.

he locations featured on gofingerlakes.org are owned and managed by various organizations; please follow the regulations at each location. Also see their page about safety and disclaimers. Generally, at all locations, a good maxim for visiting protected natural areas is found on Finger Lakes Land Trust signs – “Take only pictures, leave only footprints.”

Here are other best practices for your outdoor adventures. Hikers and bikers As a general rule, bikers should yield to hikers, and both must yield to equestrians (see below). On trails

where mountain biking and hiking are permitted, it is important for bikers and hikers to be aware of their surroundings. This is especially true for bikers racing down steep descents and around sharp turns. Here, the hiker has the right of way, and bikers must pay close attention to the trail ahead. However, as with all rules, there are some grey areas. If a biker is riding up a steep hill and a hiker is walking down, the friendly thing for the hiker to do is step off the trail and let the biker pass.

fully off the path, on the downhill side if possible, giving the horse plenty of space. Speak softly to the horse and rider as they approach and do not make any sudden movements when the horse passes. When approaching a horse and rider from behind, announce your presence from as far away as possible so you don’t startle the horse. Only pass when the rider says that it is safe. Dogs should always be leashed and kept as far away from the horse as possible.

Horses Equestrians always get the rightof-way. If you are on the trail and see a horse approaching, whether you are on foot or bike, stop moving and step aside to give the horse and rider a chance to pass. Make sure you step

Uphill vs. downhill Generally, downhill traffic yields to uphill traffic. If you are hiking uphill, you get the right-of-way. Similarly, bikers climbing up the trails get the right-of-way over bikers on their way down.

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Dogs If you bring along your fourlegged friends, keeping them leashed and under control is essential for the safety and enjoyment of all. In many locations it is the official rule, but in all locations it is a best practice. Pack in, pack out This one is so obvious that it need not be mentioned. Except that it needs to be mentioned — because once in a while you still see human garbage laying around a natural area. Of course, people sometimes leave items by accident, such as water bottles, so do a mental inventory of your belongings and leave the place as clean as you found it — or better! Collecting In some locations, collecting fossils and other treasures is expressly forbidden. But even where there is no posted rule, it’s a great idea to leave nature alone for the enjoyment of those who will come after you. Even future generations! No bushwacking Stay on the marked trails and designated areas. That’s the best way to stay safe AND avoid trampling delicate plant life and fragile insect homes. It only takes a few people to casually start a new trail by bushwacking off the main trail, and before you know it a new part of the forest or wetland is getting heavily traveled. Please let the official land stewards determine where trails should be. Private property Many landowners are serious about their private property. Take a moment to read the local trail signs and get familiar with the lay of the land. Sometimes, even if you feel like you are on a designated trail, you can wander onto private lands. Be smart and respect property rights, not least because many private property owners are the key to conservation in the Finger Lakes region — by donating easements and otherwise being good stewards of their own land. J u ly/A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 ~

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outdoors

The

Comeback Kid Fishers are becoming more common in New York State by Joel M. Herrling

unday afternoons have become routine for me to walk through the forests of Cayuga County, practicing photography, allowing the mind to wander. As I approached a patch of tall spruce trees with a creek meandering through it, an animal appeared that was unrecognizable. I observed it for a moment before fumbling with the camera, almost dropping it on a large rock protruding from the flowing water. Unfortunately, I was unable to get a photograph of what looked like a large, dark, longhaired member of the weasel family. Low to the ground with short legs, small ears, and a furry tail, it disappeared into the thicket. While running, the position of its tail above the ground made it resemble a house cat (thus having “cat” in its name). It wasn’t a feline, but an actual weasel. Immediately I ruled out more familiar creatures, mink and black squirrels, both of which I have seen around, but these didn’t match. I had known Martes pennanti or the “fisher cat” was in the region, but had never seen one until now. It was the first time in 39 years I had been able to observe one. Fortunately, as there were still

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patches of snow in some parts of the fisher’s travels, I was able to follow the tracks, which showed large, wide feet with five toes on each foot. According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website, the fisher has semi-retractable claws that make them well adapted for walking on snow and climbing trees, along with grasping and killing prey. They can rotate their hind feet nearly 180 degrees, allowing a headfirst descent from trees. They are the only known North American mammal that is successful in killing and eating porcupines, leaving behind the quilled hide and some larger bones. They also eat a variety of mammals and birds, along with beechnuts, acorns, apples, and berries. Found exclusively in North America, fishers inhabit forested and semi-forested land, preferring extensive, closed-canopy forests. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, due to

over-exploitation and loss of forested habitat, they experienced a decline in population. Reintroduction programs have helped restore populations, along with regulation of trapping opportunities and the initiation of reforestation programs. They have begun to adapt to the farm country of the Finger Lakes Region. Fishers can be found throughout approximately 26,000 square miles of forested habitat within the northern, eastern, and southeastern parts of New York State. Recently they have begun to return to the Southern Tier of Central and Western New York, as some sightings and road kills have been reported. After five years of having trail cameras at my property in Cayuga County, this was the first year I captured an image of one. The males weigh between 7 and 13 pounds, and are 35 to 47 inches long. The females are between 3 and 7 pounds and 30 to 37 inches. They have been known to travel

New York State Fisher Management Plan New York State has created a Fisher Management plan for 2016-2025. There are two goals of this plan • Maintain or enhance fisher populations in all areas of the state where suitable habitat exists • Provide for the sustainable use and enjoyment of fishers by the public To see the entire management plan visit https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/nyfishermgmtplan.pdf

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over hundreds of miles within a few weeks to meet dietary requirements. Fishers reach sexual maturity in their first year of life, with reproduction peaking in late March, and breeding may occur as late as May. An average litter size is 2 to 3 young; they are born partially furred with closed eyes and ears, essentially helpless at birth. Weaning occurs within 8 to 10 weeks, and dispersal of young may occur by their fifth month, as interfamilial aggression increases with the onset of autumn. Fishers use a variety of structures for year-round denning purposes, such as the cavities found in older trees or rocky outcrops, hollow logs, brush piles, and underground burrows. Dens used for birthing of young are found in hollow sections of trees, usually high above the ground for protection. Leading a solitary lifestyle except for brief periods during the breeding season, fishers have been found to be

active at any time during the day or night. The males have larger home ranges than females, and their territories seldom overlap that of other males, which suggests territoriality between the sexes. Fishers have no natural enemies, except human trapping, and natural mortality remains largely undocumented. Trapper harvests and automobile collisions account for the majority of deaths across their range. A few species of tapeworm, intestinal roundworm, and flatworm have been identified in fishers, but the health effects are minimal. Rabies and distemper have been described in fishers in New York State, but are a minor source of mortality in the wild.

It’s great to see the species making a comeback in Cayuga County through conservation efforts. Another reason to keep exploring the wilds of the Finger Lakes Region. For more information, see the state DEC website.

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lifestyle

by David Diehl

Peace Love

elly Mohrman lived the dream. Well, at the time, it was her parents’ dream. But nonetheless, Kelly Mohrman lived on a boat. Originally from Greece, New York, Morhman started her childhood like most of us did. She lived in a house. With a street. And a family. But around the fourth grade of her life, Mohrman’s parents, Tom and Bev Wright, took to a unique change in lifestyle and decided that their home should float. After the proper Power Squadron Courses, Coast Guard Classes, and model research at National Boat

Shows, the Wright clan settled on a forty-five-foot Island Trader Sailboat and settled in to the Voyager Marina just off the Stutson Street Bridge (now the O’Rorke Memorial Bridge) in the Genesee River at the mouth of Lake Ontario. Realizing that is a mouthful for directions, they kept the boat name short. “We wanted a name that meant Freedom and very few languages actually have that word. I called the University of Rochester International Library and they gave me the word Tzu Yu,” explains Bev. “This means

‘freedom’ in Mandarin Chinese, which is the language spoken in Taiwan – the country where the boat was built.” For nine years, this family of four and their dog and cat resided on the Tzu Yu and their driveway was also their basement – and it was wet. They had full electric, cable, and electric floorboard heaters. The children split a room in the V-birth with a curtain down the middle for privacy. While the parents laid their heads in the master bedroom - a cabin called the aft-state towards the back of the boat. It was Kelly’s parents’ dream to live on a boat.

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Boating And she totally gets it. “Now that I’m an adult, I can appreciate what my parents were trying to do. It was nice, I’m sure, for them to be able to come home and just take the home out,” admits Mohrman. “The funny story my husband likes to tell is that I would come home from my friends’ house and my home was gone because my parents would go anchor out and have dinner off of Somerville Pier. To think about that now as an adult, it would be so relaxing, maybe even go for a swim.”

An obvious luxury for any couple after a long day at work, the spoils of boat living also translated to the rest of the family for summertime excursions and convenient travelling. The Wright family would often sail Lake Ontario for summer vacation and drift over the Canadian border to visit family. “It sounds a little weird when it’s said like that… ‘It’s time for vacation, we’re going to take the house now.’ But it was very nice though, if you think about going, you’re never going to forget anything because you’ve always got it with you,” Mohrman

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recalls with a laugh. “We didn’t have to pack anything. And it was very cool, my father’s brother lived up in Toronto, so we would sail up and dock at Center Island in the Toronto Harbor. From there we would just take the ferry over and have a get-together.” As you would imagine, the kids’ chores weren’t as commonplace as mowing the lawn and raking leaves. “Yardwork” was more like helping dad fill water tanks (as they couldn’t stay hooked up to frozen hoses). For some extreme upkeep, Tom even had to scuba dive to paint and mend underneath the boat. Keeping the house in order was a team effort, and they never sank. “We were all involved with the sailing aspect of the living situation. It was a family affair - we all had to learn the ropes,” Mohrman recalls. “We all knew how to put up and take down sails, and the rigging. We all helped our father. We had to hoist him up and down the mast in order to paint it. We never had any major issues.” All-in-all, Mohrman cherishes her time residing on the Tzu Yu and finds it cheekily satisfying when she gets to surprise her friends with the tidbit that she accomplished such a feat. (She even admits that attention she has garnered was through a social media game asking her to name a fact about herself that no one would believe. ’I grew up on a boat’ being her answer.) If she would ever decide to live on a boat again, Mohrman remains undecided. The proposition is enticing, but she seems to have moved on to the next challenge. “I’m more of an RV girl these days.”

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chef’s delight

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ife in the Finger Lakes magazine recently visited with Matt Wooster, a chef at New York Kitchen in Canandaigua.

LIFL: Where did you learn to cook? Matt: I grew up watching my Nana cook – she was the true inspiration for me to get into cooking. During school I loved taking the home-economics classes where I could show off my skills in front of my classmates. I eventually fell so in love with cooking that I went to the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and graduated with a degree in Food Service Hospitality Management. I was lucky enough during my time at RIT to do internships at some pretty cool restaurants in New York City, Cape Cod and South Florida. How long have you been cooking? How did you get started? My first cooking job was at the Crow’s Nest in Geneva, New York when I was 16 years old. To date I’ve been cooking professionally for over 30 years.

Was there any other profession you wanted to be before you became a chef? A dolphin trainer … and no that is not a joke! How long have you been at NY Kitchen? I’ve been with the New York Kitchen team for 5 years. What about the area inspires you? First and foremost – the wine region is unbelievable, so much to choose from. I love the farms and quality of the local produce that we can get throughout the year – strawberries and sweet corn are two of my local favorites. What do you like best about your job? I love interacting with people. My favorite thing to do is lead the youth camps we put on every summer. Those kids (Continued on page 69)

Matt’s signature dish, Chicken French, is a local favorite.

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Chicken French Ingredients: 5 chicken breasts, 6 ounces each, pounded into cutlets ¼ inch thick 1 cup flour 4 eggs ½ cup sherry

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Directions: 1. Pound the chicken breasts into cutlets. 2. Season flour with ½ teaspoon of salt and pepper. 3. Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour and shake off excess. 4. Beat the eggs. 5. Dip the floured chicken in the egg, taking care to coat completely. 6. Dredge the chicken in seasoned flour again. 7. Sear the chicken in oil for about 3 minutes on each side. 8. Remove the excess oil from the sauté pan, add the sherry and the chicken stock, reduce by half. 9. Thicken the mixture with the slurry and add the lemon zest. 10. Continue to simmer on low heat 5-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked completely, internal temperature should reach 165F using a temperature probe. 11. Serve at once with your choice of rice or potato.

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Atwater Dry Rosé Blaufränkisch 2019

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Varick Winery 2016 Riesling Grapefruit and apple on the nose with citrus highlights. Delicious with stuffed pork chops or Hawaiian pizza.

Their 2019 vintage (90 points, Wine Enthusiast) is fresh, fruity, and fragrant with strawberry and slight citrus aromas. Cold-soaked on skins for 12 hours. Enjoy this wine slightly chilled and under a shining sun.

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LongPoint Winery 2016 Merlot The 2016 Merlot is their latest release. It has concentrated flavors of black fruit and ripe red berry as well as attractive oak accents. Fine-grained tannins lend ample support and structure. $18.99 longpointwinery.com

Ventosa Vineyards 2017 Semi-Dry Riesling

Dr. Frank’s Winter Ferment Gewurztraminer 2019

87 Wine Enthusiast points. Pristine aromas of ripe apple and peach, lifted by a lime zest backer on the nose. This wine shows bright juicy fruit on the palate, lifted by brisk acidity. Ends a bit short, but what’s there is quite delicious.

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Get to the Point Breathtaking vistas. Award-winning wines. Experience one of the premier locations on the Cayuga Wine Trail. Enjoy our premium selections and stay for lunch at our on-site eatery, Amelia’s. Business Hours: 20 miles Winery Sun-Thurs: 10 am-5 pm south of Auburn Fri and Sat: 10 am-6 pm on scenic Route 90 Deli Fri, Sat and Sun: 11 am-4 pm Order Online: longpointwinery.com

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Enterprising

I.D. Booth An Elmira-based business celebrates 145 years. LIFL: Congratulations on I.D. Booth celebrating 145 years in business! How many generations have been involved in the business? Walter Booth, vice president of I.D. Booth: Thank you! The current managing generation is the fifth. When and where did the business start? 1875 on Railroad Avenue in Elmira is the original location. Who was the original owner? Can you tell me a little about him? My great-great-grandfather, Irving D. Booth, after working for and with other partners, started his own business in 1875. What kind of products did the I.D. Booth originally sell? It is described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;heavy hardware.â&#x20AC;? They sold everything from horseshoes to nails to eavestroughs to pipe. Today, the company is a wholesaler of plumbing, heating, industrial and electrical supplies that serves a large portion of the New York State and Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northern Tier.

How many locations does I.D. Booth have now? Currently we have 11 branch locations and a distribution center that supplies them daily.

Walter Booth

Has an increase in tourism in the Finger Lakes Region had a positive effect on your business? Indirectly yes. We have had a long history with the vineyards, supplying them wire for the fields. Now we find ourselves working with the developers building the destination hotels and multi-use vacation sites that are popping up around the lakes. And, we have always been the final stop for the cottage owners with their yearly needs when they have a problem at the cottage. What is your favorite aspect of being a Finger Lakes resident? I enjoy the lakes the most. I also love to watch the changes of the seasons. What are the future plans for I.D. Booth? We are currently updating our software system. It will not only bring us closer to being paperless with barcode scanning ability but also will help us create an e-commerce solution for online ordering for all of our customers.

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Steve Wilson The Windmill Farm and Craft Market

LIFL: When did you start working at the market and what were you initially doing? Steve: I started here in 2016. I was employed at that time as general manager. A position which entails most everything you imagine it would when operating a 40-acre farm and craft market. What are your main duties at The Windmill Farm and Craft Market? Primarily I am responsible for annual financial and operational oversight, planning, marketing, vendor relations and recruitment, and growth and development for our market. What is a common thing that customers say about visiting the market? “It’s my happy place,” “Everyone is so nice here” and “It’s like the Disneyland of farm markets.” Most commonly, “We love it and come back every year!” What part of the Finger Lakes Region do you like to visit the most? Hmmm, that’s very difficult, I first visited 15 years ago and have owned our country home for 8. I still need a rubber neck when I’m driving. Everything is so peaceful and serenely beautiful. I even enjoy the winters. But if only I could shorten them a month or two. What is the most spontaneous thing you have ever done? I’m rather notorious for spontaneity, at least in my pleasurable indulgences. I guess it might have been the time I stopped at an old railroad bridge spanning a river back in Ohio. I paraded my 4 young children across it to the other side. Perhaps not my best decision but they certainly remembered it! Although, there was that mountain in Zion National Park where we did a similar thing on a narrow mountain trail. What words of wisdom would you pass onto your childhood self? Improve your grade school scores in Self Discipline and Self Control. Every poor decision I’ve ever made lacked one or the other, or both. And one more, don’t be afraid you might fail. Failing and falling hard from it, has taught me the most about the truly important things in life. What is one thing people often misunderstand about you? That I’m a softy at heart.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Rochester Folk Art Guild....................... www.rfag.org .....................................................................66

1819 Red Brick Inn.................................. www.the1819redbrickinn.com .......................................61

Rosamond Gifford Zoo......................... www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org ......................................43

Apple Country Retreat........................... www.applecountryretreat.com ......................................61

Seneca Harbor Station.......................... www.senecaharborstation.com .....................................68

Best Western Vineyard Inn................... www.vineyardinnandsuites.com ...................................61

The P. Tribastone Fine Art Gallery...... https://p-tribastone-fine-art-gallery.business.site/ .....65

Finger Lakes Premier Properties......... www.flpplake.com ............................................................61

Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum.... www.cayuganet.org/agmuseum ...................................69

Miami Motel............................................ www.motelmiami.com ....................................................63 Morgan/Samuels Inn Venue................ www.morgansamuelsvenue.com .................................65

DINING Lynnie Lou’s............................................ www.lynnielous.com ....................................................... 14 Monica’s Pies........................................... www.monicaspies.com ................................................... 14 Nolan’s on Canandaigua Lake............ www.nolansonthelake.com ............................................65 NY Kitchen............................................... www.nykitchen.com .........................................................35 The Gould Hotel..................................... www.thegouldhotel.com ................................................43

PRESERVATION Seneca Lake Guardian.......................... www.senecalakeguardian.org ........................................63

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Century 21 Sbarra-Wells....................... www.markmalcolm.com .................................................13 Empire Realty Group............................. www.theedmondagency.com ........................................13 Howard Hanna - Geneva Office......... www.belindafratto.com ...................................................13 Howard Hanna - Hornell...................... www.howardhanna.com/Office/Detail/Hornell .........12

Zipline Canopy Tour

Kimball Realty Group............................ www.kimballrealtygroup.com ........................................12

CAMPING

MJ Peterson............................................. www.mjprental.com .........................................................47

Get outside & create memories Bristol Woodlands Campground........ www.bristolwoodlands.com ...........................................64 Cherry Grove Campground................. www.cherrygrovecampground.com .............................64

Pavia Real Estate Residential................ www.paviarealestate.com ...............................................13

Clute Memorial Park/Campground.... www.watkinsglen.us .........................................................64

SENIOR LIVING

Hartleys Auto & RV................................. www.cortlandrv.com ........................................................64

Ferris Hills at West Lake........................ www.thompsonhealth.org .............................................. 16

Hejamada Campground & RV Park.... www.hejamadacampground.com ................................64

Friendly Senior Living............................ www.friendlyseniorliving.org ...........................................3

Holiday Hill Campground.................... www.holidayhillcampground.com ................................64

Kendal at Ithaca...................................... www.kai.kendal.org ......................................................... C3

Horizons A DePaul

Junius Ponds Campground Reservations required. Book online or call (585) 374-1180. Senior Living Community................. www.depaul.org ................................................................65 www.juniuspondscabinsandcampground.com .........................................................................64 Spruce Row Campsite & RV Resort.... www.sprucerow.com .......................................................64 83488 Kendal Biking AD for LIF

T: 8.125” x 10.875”

B: .125” all sides L: 7.625” x 10.375”

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CULTURE & ATTRACTIONS Alfred Ceramic Art Museum................ https://ceramicsmuseum.alfred.edu/ ..........................66 Antique Wireless Museum................... www.antiquewireless.org ................................................66 Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures... www.bristolmountainadventures.com .........................15 CNY Living History Center.................... www.cnylivinghistory.org ................................................69 Colonial Belle.......................................... www.colonialbelle.com ...................................................68 Corning Museum of Glass................... www.cmog.org ....................................................................9 Cortland County Historical Society..... www.cortlandhistory.com ...............................................68 Finger Lakes Boating Museum............ www.flbm.org ....................................................................68 Finger Lakes Museum........................... www.fingerlakesmuseum.org ..........................................4 Finger Lakes Opera................................ www.FingerLakesOpera.com .........................................22

Kids Adventure Park

Geneva Historical Society..................... www.genevahistoricalsociety.com ................................68 Grace Gardens........................................ www.gracegardens.com ..................................................68

Adventures.com

Granger Homestead & Museum........ www.grangerhomestead.org .........................................27 Granger Homestead & Museum........ www.grangerhomestead.org .........................................68 Kayak Time - Guided Tours................. www.kayaktimetours.com ..............................................66 Lazy Acre Alpacas................................... www.lazyacrealpacas.com ..............................................66 LeRoy Historical Society........................ www.jellomuseum.com ..................................................66 Pat Rini Rohrer Gallery.......................... www.prrgallery.com .........................................................65

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Stay up to date with advertiser information in our FREE weekly e-newsletter! Sign up on FingerLakesMagaine.com RJ Cars Inc............................................... www.rjcars.com .................................................................73 Route 96 Power & Paddle.................... www.powerandpaddle.com .............................................4 Roy’s Marina Inc..................................... www.roysmarina.net ........................................................73 Seager Marine......................................... www.seagermarine.com .................................................55 Seaweed Mat Systems.......................... www.seaweedmatsystems.com ....................................57 Seneca Movers / Lake Country Moving Storage......... www.lakecountryvg-senecamovers.com .....................38 Sensenig’s Landscape Supply............. www.sensenigs.com ........................................................ 11 Sidle Insurance....................................... www.sidleinsurance.com ................................................75 Signlanguage Inc.................................... www.signlanguageinc.com .............................................51

SHOPPING & SERVICES

I N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H M C A L P I N E TA N K E R S L E Y, W I N C H E S T E R CO N S T R U C T I O N , A L A N G I L B E R T P H OTO G R A P H Y

Ahwaga Paints & Coverings................. www.ahwagapaintandfloorcovering.com ....................76

Silver Lake Marine, Inc.......................... www.silverlakemarine.com ..............................................6 Skaneateles Marina................................ www.skanmarina.com .....................................................73 Smith Boys Marina - Rochester........... www.smithboys.com .......................................................30

Antique Revival....................................... www.antiquerevival.com ................................................75

Sutter’s Marina........................................ http://suttersmarina.com ................................................76

Artizanns.................................................. 14 5 8 5 .924 . 3 8 6 0 | N E W EN ER GY WO R KS .CO M | S http://new.artizanns.com/ ERVI NG THE NATI ON F ROM NEW YORK & .............................................. OREG ON

The Red Bird Cafe & Gift Shop........... www.redbirdcafeandgiftshop.com ................................73

CabAve Kitchens..................................... www.cavesmillwork.com ..................................................8

The White Church Cabin......................................................................................................................75

CabAve Kitchens..................................... www.cavesmillwork.com ................................................77

Timber Frames Inc................................. www.timberframesinc.com ..............................................9

Consort Display Group......................... www.consortdisplaygroup.com .....................................76

Wegmans................................................. www.wegmans.com .........................................................46

Corning Building Company................. www.corningbuilding.com .............................................55

The Windmill Farm & Craft Market.... www.thewindmill.com .....................................................66

Crown Jewelry........................................ www.mycrowndowntown.com .....................................73

Woodmansee Woodwrights................ www.woodmanseellamas.com .....................................75

Downtown Ithaca Alliance................... www.downtownithaca.com ............................................53

Zaretsky and Associates Inc................. www.zaretskyassociates.com .........................................21

3 0 YE AR S B R I N GIN G D ESIGN & BU ILD PRO JECTS TO LIFE IN THE FIN GER LA KES

F. Oliver’s Oils and Vinegars................ www.folivers.com .............................................................65 Finger Lakes Bell Co.............................. www.flxbells.com ..............................................................27 Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters............... www.fingerlakescoffee.com ...........................................75 Finger Lakes Diver.................................. www.fingerlakesdiver.com ..............................................75 Finger Lakes Tram.................................. www.ankomdevelopment.com .....................................25 Finger Lakes Wax Studio...................... www.fingerlakeswaxstudio.com ....................................73 Fireplace Fashions.................................. www.fireplacefashions.com ...........................................31 Fitch Construction / Rochester Skylights............................ www.fitchconstruction.com ..............................................5 Fleming Heating & Air Conditioning.............................. www.flemingheatingandair.com ...................................34 FLX Glassware......................................... www.waterstreetwinesandspirits.com ..........................77 Gold Silver and Diamond Store.......... www.goldsilverdiamondstore.com ...............................25 Hartleys Auto & RV................................. www.cortlandrv.com ........................................................77 I.D. Booth................................................. www.idbooth.com ........................................................... C2

The Progressive TOURISM

Jane Morgan’s Little House.................. www.janemorganslittlehouse.com ...............................73

Clifton Springs Chamber of Commerce

Johnson Furniture Restoration............ www.jfrestoration.com ....................................................76 Joseph’s Wayside Market..................... www.josephswaysidemarket.com ................................. 14 Lagom Living........................................... www.lagomliving.net .......................................................77

Tasting Experience

Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

www.cliftonspringschamber.com ..................................................................................................35

9749 Middle Road, Hammondsport, NY | 800-320-0735 Corning & The Southern Finger Lakes www.drfrankwines.com

www.corningfingerlakes.com ........................................................................................................57

Long’s Cards & Books........................... www.longscardsandbooks.com ....................................76 Lukacs Studios Pottery.......................... www.lukacspottery.com ..................................................77

WINE, SPIRITS & BREWS

Manchester Mission Furniture............. www.manchestermissionfurniture.com ......................76

Anthony Road Wine Co........................ www.anthonyroadwine.com ..........................................39

Maple City Framing................................ www.maplecityframing.com ..........................................73

Atwater Estate Vineyards...................... www.atwatervineyards.com ...........................................39

Marine Innovations................................ www.marineinnovations.com ........................................53

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail......................... www.cayugawinetrail.com ................................................7

Mayflowers Garden............................... www.mayflowersnurserygarden.com ..........................75

Climbing Bines Hop Farm.................... www.climbingbineshopfarm.com .................................71

Mr. Twistee’s............................................................................................................................................76

Dr. Konstantin Frank Wines................. www.drfrankwines.com ..................................................71

Naglee Fine Arts..................................... www.nagleegroup.com ...................................................77

Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars....... https://lamoreauxwine.com ...........................................39

New Energy Works TimberFramers... www.newenergyworks.com .......................................... C4

Long Point Winery................................. www.longpointwinery.com ............................................71

Northfield Designer Goldsmiths......... www.northfieldgoldsmiths.com ....................................77

Myer Farm Distillers............................... www.myerfarmdistillers.com .........................................71

Pettis Pools & Patio................................ www.pettispools.com ......................................................34

Sheldrake Point Winery........................ https://sheldrakepoint.com/ ..........................................21

Pick Owego.............................................. http://pickowego.com .....................................................31

Varick Winery.......................................... www.varickwinery.com/ ..................................................71

Rasa Spa................................................... www.rasaspa.com ............................................................51

Ventosa Vineyards.................................. www.ventosavineyards.com ..........................................39

Recollections Antiques.......................... on Facebook.......................................................................77

Wagner Vineyards ................................. www.wagnervineyards.com ..........................................69

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finger lakes regional map

Areas of Interest in the July/August 2020 issue 1 Auburn (p.32) 2 Aurora (p. 24) 3 Branchport (p.26)

4 Canandaigua (p.67) 5 Corning (p.54) 6 Elmira (p.72)

7 Hammondsport (p.26) 8 Ithaca (p.42) 9 Penn Yan (p.55, 74)

10 Rochester (p.18, 62) 11 Seneca Falls (p.24, 28) 12 Spencer (p.48)

13 Trumansburg (p.24) 14 Union Springs (p.24)

From Oswego

Lake Ontario

Hilton

104

Webster Brockport

Spencerport

104

Sodus

Baldwinsville

Fairport

Macedon

Honeoye Falls

Avon

Geneseo

LIVINGSTON

Manchester Shortsville Canandaigua 20

Clifton Springs Phelps

ONTARIO 20

Waterloo

Seneca Falls

SENECA

Penn Yan

Union Springs

Moravia Homer Cortland Groton

Lamoka Lake

7 Bath

SCHUYLER

Dryden

From Binghamton

Candor

Spencer 17

5 Addison

Elmira C H E M U N G Heights 6

Elmira

TIOGA

Owego

Waverly

The Finger Lakes Region of New York State

Finger Lakes 1 Conesus 2 Hemlock 3 Canadice

Newark Valley

Van Etten

Horseheads

Corning

Marathon

Montour Cayuta Lake Falls TOMPKINS Odessa

Painted Post

McGraw 81

Cayuga Heights

STEUBEN 86

CORTLAND

Ithaca

Burdett

Watkins Glen

86 17

CAYUGA

Waneta Lake

Hammondsport

Aurora

Lansing

ONONDAGA

Trumansburg

Dundee

390

Rexville

Cohocton

Hornell

Auburn

Ovid

Branchport

Wayland

Canisteo

Manlius

Skaneateles

Interlaken

Prattsburgh

From Jamestown

Fayetteville

YATES

Naples

Avoca

690

Syracuse 481

2 5

Dansville

Cayuga

Honeoye

Solvay

Geneva

20A

390

Nunda

Jordan Weedsport

Newark

From Utica

481

Marcellus

Victor

Bloomfield

Livonia Hemlock

20A

Mt. Morris

Lima

Clyde

Lyons

Palmyra

390

North 11 Syracuse

WAYNE

490 90

Oneida Lake

Rochester

490

Caledonia

From Watertown

Wolcott

104

E. Rochester

From Buffalo

Sodus Bay

Sodus Point

MONROE

4 5 6 7

Honeoye Canandaigua Keuka Seneca

From Binghamton

8 Cayuga 9 Owasco 10 Skaneateles 11 Otisco

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