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The 2017-2018 Delaware County Travel Guide is an annual publication of the Great Western Catskills Tourism Office and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, the tourism promotion agency for Delaware County, New York. Printed in the United States. Proudly produced in Delaware County, New York. For the latest information on all that is going on in the Great Western Catskills, please visit our website at greatwesterncatskills.com. Production Lillian Brown Riikka Olson Lisa Wisely Copy Editor Lillian Brown Riikka Olson Graphic Design
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Contributors (Alphabetized) Siobhan Barrett Charley Beveridge Lillian Brown Natalie Chitwood Joe Damone Christian Harder James Felix McKenney Riikka Olson Daniel Penfield Ray Pucci Torkil Stavdal Lisa Wisely Patricia Woznick Contact Information Great Western Catskills c/o Delaware County Chamber of Commerce 5 1/2 Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753 607.746.2281 greatwesterncatskills.com tourism@delawarecounty.org Facebook.com/greatwesterncatskills @westcatsrock @greatwesterncatskills On the Cover: Willow Drey Farm in Andes by Joe Damone. Opposite: Utsayantha Mountain in Stamford by Beautiful Destinations, courtesy of I Love NY
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Southern Delaware County is home to one of New York’s recreation jewels - Bear Spring Mountain Park and Wildlife Management Area. By Lillian Browne
The 7,000-acre park that spans the towns of Hancock, Walton and Colchester has something for every type of outdoor adventure seeker or nature lover. The park encompasses a vast multi-use trail system that can be used for day hikers of every fitness and experience level. The trails vary from easy and rolling with breathtaking vistas to those that are more strenuous with steeper grades and more challenging terrain. Hikers, bird-watchers and nature photographers will find themselves occasionally sharing the trail with equestrians, who can trailer their own horses to the park for day-riding or overnight camping. The Photo: Lisa Wisely
horse-friendly camping section of the park is outfitted with covered tie-stalls for overnight stays or to rest between trail rides. The multi-use trail system has in recent years also become an attraction for mountain bike enthusiasts and, during the winter months, for snow bikers. During those snow-filled months, the trails are transformed into groomed snowmobile trails which are shared with cross-country skiers and snowshoe hikers. Tent or camper sites are available at the park’s state run campground and the sites, though nearly primitive, have restrooms and showers nearby. A sandy beach fronts Launt Pond where
swimming is permitted. Paddle boats and canoe rentals are also available for those who prefer being on the water rather than in it. Hunters will find the park flourishing with wild game. Bear and deer as well as small game such as rabbit, bobcat, turkey and pheasant are abundant in the various hunting seasons. Licensed hunters who successfully obtain a non-ambulatory hunter’s permit are also able to traverse miles of trail via an all-terrain vehicle. Sections of the park are wheelchair-friendly and American with Disabilities Act compliant, making activities like platform fishing at Launt Pond for trout,
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sunfish and perch, accessible to those with mobility issues. There is also a wheelchair ramp and mounting block for horseback riders at Spruce Grove, making it easier for mobility-impaired equestrians to safely mount and dismount from a ride. Recent upgrades on the campground property also make the restroom, playground and pavilion accessible by wheelchair and ADA friendly.
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Photo (left): Rosemary Farm Sanctuary in Stamford by Beautiful Destinations, courtesy of I Love NY Photo (right): Riikka Olson. Catskill Scenic Trail.
HIKING • BIKING • FISHING • SWIMMING • BOATING • HORSESHOES • BASKETBALL • PAVILION RENTALS • WEDDINGS • SUMMER SKYRIDE • SPECIAL EVENTS • FESTIVALS • MUSIC • SKIING & SNOWBOARDING • SPECIAL EVENTS • MUD RUN • ENDURANCE RACE & MORE!
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The recent installation of three boat launches along the West Branch of the Delaware River provides easy access to a few hours or a full day of paddling or floating. The boat launches are located within 8.5 miles from one another at the Delhi Riverwalk in Delhi, at the Hamden Covered Bridge just off State Route 10 in Hamden, and at the “Ice House Turn” on State Route 10 just north of the village of Walton. The Delhi boat launch is located just Each boat launch is American with Disabilities off the village’s Main Street where visitors can grab a meal at Blue Bee Act compliant/friendly, with reserved parking as Cafe (114 Main Street, 607.746.8060). The house specialty is a tuna-chedwell as wheelchair access to the launches. dar melt prepared on rosemary-lemon ciabatta and served with a side Different seasons and weather patterns give rise of garlic-infused kale salad. Top it off with an oversized homemade to a variety of currents and water depths, making chocolate chunk cookie. nearly every float down the river distinctive. The West Branch of the Delaware River is favored by bird watchers and those hoping to catch a glimpse of a bald eagle. Drift boats laden 9 with anglers seeking wild brown trout will also find the stretch of river to be giving and generous. By Lillian Browne Photo: Lake Wawaka by Beautiful Destinations, courtesy of I Love NY
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For unique homeware, and quality attire, textiles and accessories, step into Stewart’s Department Store (85 Main Street, 607.746.2254) where map-patterned wrapping paper, ceramic teapots, magnifying glasses and old-fashioned wooden puzzles and toys are sold alongside Woolrich clothing. History buffs will feel as though they’ve stepped into the past with a stroll through the Courthouse Square home to the Delaware County Court-
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house (3 Court Street) built in 1863. The sprawling lawn hosts a farmers’ market on Wednesdays from June through October, 9am-2pm, and once served as the site for temporary shanty-built jail pods during the famed Anti-Rent War. The Walton boat launch is located approximately 1 mile north of the village of Walton where visitors can enjoy American fare with a Turkish flare at The Castle on the Delaware (139 Stockton Avenue, 607.865.4300). The 1896 armory,
fashioned in the form of a castle, has been transformed into an eatery with a varied menu. For those interested in architecture, Walton’s Magic Mile takes you through the beautiful historic district past several magnificent Victorian homes. Starting at the William B. Ogden Free Library (42 Gardiner Place, 607.865.5929) which opened in 1899, you’ll also pass the 103-year-old Walton Theatre (45 Gardiner Place, 607.865.6688) which features current films as well as exhibits and local guest performers.
Photo: Lake Wawaka by Beautiful Destinations, courtesy of I Love NY
Non-motorized boats – kayaks, canoes and drift boats – are permitted on the Cannonsville and Pepacton reservoirs. The East and West branches as well as the main stem of the Delaware River are well suited to paddling, drifting or floating. Use your own vessel or find a rental:
If stillwater is preferred, there is a variety of lakes and ponds to launch in:
Al’s Sports Store 6964 River Road, Downsville 607.363.7740 alssportsstore.com
Sidney Lake Park 4659 Route 357, Franklin 607.829.6433 eastsidneydam
Susan’s Pleasant Pheasant Farm 1 Bragg Hollow Road, Halcottsville 607.326.4266 pleasantpheasantfarm.com
Hawk Mountain Guide Services Trout Creek 607.865.7830 hawkmountainguideservice.com
Launt Pond at Bear Spring Mountain 512 East Trout Brook Road, Downsville dec.ny.gov/outdoor
Big Pond Barkaboom Road, Andes Little Pond 549 Little Pond State Campground Road, Andes
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Spectacular Catskill Mountain views and rolling terrain make Delaware County a top destination for golfers. Here you’ll find many premier golf facilities with pristine courses, perfect for novices and experts alike. Grab your clubs and make a tradition out of it: an annual weekend getaway to focus on the perfect putt on the most amazing greens in a leisurely, non-competitive atmosphere. After a game, a cool drink at a clubhouse enjoying a breathtaking mountain view completes a relaxing day. By Lillian Browne Delhi golfer Karen Graves has spent 20 years in the game and has played on nearly all of the county’s fairways. She favors The College Golf Course at Delhi (85 Scotch Mountain Road, 607.746.4653, golfcourse.delhi.edu), a premier 18-hole public golf course which has a dual certification as a USGA Member Course and Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary Course. In addition to having lush fairways in wonderful condition with well-manicured greens, the scenery, she says, cannot be Photo: Hanah Mountain Resort & Country Club in Margaretville
beat. Unlike many other courses, there is a driving range, a putting green and a practice sand trap. As a frequent player at the course, she has some insider tips. The busiest time at the course is weekday mornings, so if planning a round during that time, it’s a good idea to call ahead for a reservation. Hole 6, par 4, has an elevated tee which helps a drive to sail, but hole 3 is by far the most challenging on the course. The par 5 hole, she explains, is a “dog-leg right” with
an uphill second shot which is hit onto an elevated sloping green that can be quick. “You really need to hit your shot close to the pin on that green,” she says with an experienced respect. She considers herself to be an average golfer and the best score she’s had on the course is 80, 8 over par. A meal at the course-side restaurant, which offers patio seating, is an enjoyable way to end a round of golf.
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College Golf Course at Delhi 85 Scotch Mountain Road Delhi 607.746.4653 golfcourse.delhi.edu Premier 18-hole public course in classic 1960’s design with challenging, undulating greens in a beautiful mountain setting. The course is a training ground for the students of the nationally recognized golf programs at SUNY Delhi. Features: driving range, practice green, pro shop, café, leagues, tournaments, championships. Stay and Play package available with nearby Sherwoods Inn at Riverview. French Woods Golf & Country Club 17740 E State Highway 97 Hancock 607.637.1800 frenchwoodsgolf.com Complete 18-hole public course with challenging fairways, water hazards and sand traps in a picturesque setting. Features: clubhouse, pro shop, private dining room, tournaments. Stay and Play with Bass Cabins or Bass’ Hancock House Hotel. Meadows Golf Center 42565 State Highway 28 Photo: Riikka Olson. East Meredith.
Margaretville 845.586.4104 meadowsgolfcenter.com 9-hole course in a scenic valley adjacent to Delaware River. Pro shop, practice range, practice green, and 18-hole mini golf course! Hanah Mountain Resort & Country Club 576 West Hubbell Hill Road Margaretville 845.586.4849 hanahcountryresort.com/golf 19 holes on a challenging, wellgroomed course at a beautiful mountain country resort. A selection of golf packages available with meals and all the resort amenities including pool, sauna, restaurant, and more. Hardwood Hills Golf Course 11160 State Highway 8 Masonville 607.467.1031 facebook.com/HardwoodHillsGolfCourse Challenging 18-hole course in a gorgeous mountain setting. Tournaments, clubhouse with food and spirits. Ouleout Creek Golf 13501 State Highway 357 North Franklin 607.829.2100 ouleoutgolf.com
18-hole public course with creeks, ponds and dog legs for experts and beginners alike in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Scott’s Family Resort Golf Course 159 Golf Course Road Deposit 607.467.3094 scottsfamilyresort.com Two 9-hole public courses: Main Course and Executive Course. Fantastic scenery. Practice putting green and pitch & putt course. Free play for resorts guests. Shephard Hills Golf Club 562 Shephard Hill Road Roxbury 607.326.7121 shephardhills.com 9-hole public course on challenging terrain with spectacular mountain view. Clubhouse and pro shop. Rentals, lessons and tournaments. Sidney Golf & Country Club West Main Street Sidney 607.563.8381 sidneygcc.com Leagues and tournaments. Clubhouse, restaurant.
Stamford Golf Club Taylor Road Stamford 607.652.7398 stamfordgolfclub.com 18-hole course on rolling terrain with undulating greens, appealing to both experts and high handicappers. Pro shop, clubhouse, driving range, practice putting green, private lessons. Nearby in Sullivan County: Twin Village Golf Course 144 Rockland Road Roscoe 607.498.5829 facebook.com/TwinVillageGolfCourse 18 holes. Clubhouse. Tennanah Lake Golf & Tennis Club 100 Fairway View Drive Roscoe 888.561.3935 tennanah.com 18-hole championship golf course. Beautifully maintained, challenging par 72 course with a 50-mile 180-degree panoramic view of Catskill Mountains. Golf lessons, practice greens, driving range, complete Pro Shop. 24-room inn, 40-seat restaurant and bar, 30seat outdoor dining deck.
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Delaware County is a winter wonderland and the perfect destination for a classic cold weather getaway: imagine rolling hills blanketed with pure white snow, lakes and rivers covered by glimmering ice and frosty starlit evenings in picturesque villages. The setting is an invitation to feel like a kid again and make snow angels or have a snowball fight. But that’s just the beginning. By Riikka Olson Two full-service ski resorts, Plattekill Mountain (469 Plattekill Rd, Roxbury 607.326.3500 plattekill.com) and Belleayre Mountain (181 Galli Curci Rd, Highmount 800.942.6904 belleayre.com) offer a world of adventure on the slopes. Awesome runs, great lifts and after-ski lodges guarantee an unforgettable time for skiing, snowboarding and tubing with spectacular mountain views. Snowmaking machines keep the fun going throughout the winter and into early spring. There are over 300 miles of pristine snowmobile trails in the gorgeous landscapes of Delaware County. Central Catskill Trail Association (28218 State Hwy 206, Downsville 845.676.4912) maintains trails connecting Delancey to Andes and up through Bovina to Stamford and Roxbury. Snowmobile clubs such as Hamden Hill Photo: Patricia Woznick. Plattekill Mountain.
Ridge Riders (Covert Hollow Rd, Hamden 607.865.4544 hamdenhillridgeriders.com) and D&D Snowdiggers (22 Steam Mill Rd, Deposit 607.467.1279 danddsnowdiggers. com) will be happy to help get you on your way to speeding through the woods. Ice skating is one of the most charming activities to enjoy on a winter’s day or night. Take a spin on our small-town ice rinks, perfect for creating picture perfect memories. Delhi Community Ice Skating Rink (Sheldon Dr, Delhi 607.746.8696) is free to the public with loaner skates, a fire pit and restrooms. Stamford Village Ice Rink (South St, Stamford 607.643.3629) and Pepacton Park Ice Rink (Route 206, Downsville 607.363.7169) are also free. Many of our trails are suitable for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Please
see the Outdoor Recreation map insert for locations. Want to try your luck at ice fishing? Bundle up and head over to Big Pond (Barkaboom Rd, Andes) or the East Sidney Reservoir (Route 357, Franklin eastsidneydam.com). Hanford Mills Museum (51 County Hwy 12, East Meredith 607.278.5744 hanfordmills. org) hosts the annual Ice Harvest Festival on the first Saturday in February, celebrating the old rural tradition of ice harvesting. Using historic tools and techniques, visitors can cut and maneuver blocks of ice from the Mill Pond and transport them to the ice house by sled. Food, demonstrations, bonfires, and vendors round out a day of hands-on history and winter fun.
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You can breathe here. The Catskills bring light, air, and the nature that I crave. As a Norwegian it is as close as I can get to the nature, people and community that I feel at home in. We are so lucky to live in this beautiful area. This is where we come to disconnect from our daily busy lives and reconnect with ourselves and each other. Torkil Stavdal (Norway) Visual Storyteller
did you know
how delaware county towns got their names The Village of Margaretville was named in honor of the birth of Margaret Lewis, the granddaughter of Chancellor Robert Livingston, in 1850. The Town of Delhi is named after the city of Delhi, India, in honor of founder Ebenezer Foote, “The Great Mogul”. Another founder, Erastus Root, a rival of Foote, is responsible for the pronunciation (del-high). When he learned the town was to be named Delhi, he exclaimed, “Delhi, Hell-high! Might as well call it Foote-high.”
The name Bovina was suggested by General Erastus Root, who noted the area’s fitness for grazing. The Town of Andes was named as the result of a jocular suggestion by Daniel H. Burr, who, seeing that the new town was to include one of the hilliest sections of the county, said it ought to be called Andes.
The Town of Franklin is named after the son of Benjamin Franklin. The Franklin family owned large tracts of land in Delaware County. The Town of Sidney was named in honor of British naval officer Sir Sidney Smith (1764-1840) who fought in the American Revolutionary War. Photo: Riikka Olson. Margaretville Fire Department Field Days.
The Town of Hancock is named for John Hancock, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
The Town of Walton was named after landowner William Walton whose land composes most of the town.
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What if you could step into a different way of life at a Catskills family farm? A farm stay (or ‘haycation’) is a wonderful way to disconnect from the daily grind and connect with nature, farming and food.
The Marsiglio family at Stony Creek Farmstead (1738 Freer Hollow Rd, Walton 607.865.7965 stonycreekfarmstead.com) has distilled a recipe for forming that deep connection by diversifying their farm with an agritourism “stay, play and learn” getaway for visitors. Family matriarch Kate Marsiglio cultivates that experience by providing an all-encompassing farm stay experience for guests that includes an invitation to collect eggs, feed farm animals, milk a cow and harvest vegetables, allowing them to embrace nature and appreciate quality food. The Marsiglios are stewards of the environment and provide low-impact, wheelPhoto: Joe Damone. Delaware County Fair in Walton.
chair accessible, platform tent camping for guests. The tents are fully outfitted with kitchenettes, wood-fueled cook stoves and bathroom facilities, as well as sleeping for six. Marsiglio describes it as “glamping” – or chic, plush camping. It’s canvas-cabin camping complete with a bed. Part of forming a stronger connection with nature and food, she explains, is to disconnect from technology and go “off the grid”. The hillsides that cradle the creek exemplify the agricultural and rural nature of the area, but also prohibit cell phone service. A stay at the farmstead will push people in a way they may not be familiar with. “Nature disciplines you,” she says.
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Those looking for traditional entertainment during a farm stay will find it nearby. Castle on the Delaware (139 Stockton Ave, Walton, 917.348.7890 castleonthedelaware.com) hosts musical guests and special events, and you’ll find movies and concerts at the historic Walton Theater (31 Gardiner Pl, Walton, 607.865.6688, waltontheatre.org)
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Part of that discipline is learning something new, or a new way to do things. The farm stay has evolved over the years and reflects Marsiglio’s educational background with an art-based day camp for children and adult workshops that include men’s and women’s retreats where courses in loom building, weaving, wild food foraging, salve making, stone wall building, bread making, fermentation and more are taught. Guests will also learn how to make pizza for every palate in an outdoor wood-fired oven. Saturday nights are communal pizza nights, where the main course is guest-crafted. As it’s baking, kids can catch fireflies while adults enjoy a campfire. Marsiglio’s goal is for visitors to have a full sensory experience where the sights, sounds and smells of nature are heightened. Stony Creek Farmstead hosts visitors from May through October. During the “off” season, they grow and sell “free-range, beyond organic” lamb, pork, chicken and beef.
while there Equestrians interested in horseback riding lessons or trail rides can visit Country Meadows Equine (1027 East Brook Road, Walton 607.865.8071).
Railroad and train buffs can explore the history of the O & W Railroad and tour a “wedding car” while taking in the regional sights through local memorabilia of days gone by at Franklin Railroad and Community Museum (572 Main
St., Franklin 607.829.2692). Those craving a taste of a professional theater can visit the Franklin Stage Company (25 Institute St., Franklin 607.829.3700) for adapted and original plays, staged readings, and art exhibits.
more farm stays Stone & Thistle Farm (1211 Kelso Rd., East Meredith 607.278.5800, stoneandthistlefarm.com) is a family farm that raises grass-fed lamb, goat, pork, beef, poultry and rabbits in a lush, quiet valley and offers accommodations in a historic farmhouse or a cabin. La Basse Cour (3228 Gunhouse Hill Rd., South Kortright 607.538.9707 la-basse-cour.com) is a small family farm and farm store growing vegetables and herbs and nurturing healthy pastureland for their animals. Participate in farm activities and interact with farm animals. The Green Shepherd Farm (1310 Mountain Brook Rd.,
Bovina 607.832.4272 greenshepherdfarm.com) raises grass-fed lamb and offers camping on a private woodland camp site. Enjoy 50 acres of wild forest, pastures, meadows, a pond and, of course, sheep.
organic flower & veggie gardens, a spring fed swimming pond and streams. Camp outside or stay in an 1800’s carriage house. Enjoy healthy vegetarian, vegan and raw food.
Greenane Farms (196 County Rd 10, Meridale 607.746.8878 greenanefarms.com) is an active livestock farm growing beef, poultry, quail, pork and fresh produce. Guests stay in luxury tents and tiny homes and can enjoy farm animals, activities, views, hiking, and more.
Lucky Dog Organic Farm (35796 State Hwy 10, Hamden 607.746.8383 luckydogorganic. com), one of Delaware County’s largest working farms, can put you up in the historic Hamden Inn, which its owners also operate. Walk across the street to visit the farm and browse the farm store and café for locally made products, clothing and other goods.
Turquoise Barn (8052 County Hwy 18, Bloomville 607.538.1235 turquoisebarn.com) sits on acres of meadows, mountains,
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Pakatakan Motel 145 Pakatakan Rd., Arkville 845.586.4911 pakatakanmotel.com Bovina
Carriage House Inn 471 Jim Lane Rd., Bovina 607.832.4209 nycarriagehouseinn.com
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Andes Hotel and Restaurant 110 Main St., Andes 845.676.4408, andeshotel.com Arkville
Meadowood Inn Arkville 845.586.5199 meadowoodinn.com
Highlanders View Bed & Breakfast 1783 Crescent Valley Rd., Bovina 607.832.4805, highlandersview.com The Mountain Brook Inn Bovina 877.692.7665 themountainbrookinn.com Davenport
Beaver Spring Lake Campground 263 Beaver Spring Rd. Davenport 607.278.5293 beaverspringlake.com
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Middle Brooke Bed & Breakfast 631 Van Duesen Rd., Davenport 607.278.5718 middlebrookbedandbreakfast.com Bloomville
Turquoise Barn 8052 County Rd. 18, Bloomville 607.538.1235 turquoisebarn.com Delhi
Buena Vista Inn 18718 Route 28, Delhi 607 746.2135 buenavistainn.net The Inn at Tollgate Creek 21031 Route 28, Delhi 607.746.7287 innattollgatecreek.com Rippling Waters Retreat 1807 Federal Hill Rd., Delhi 607.592.7152, ripplingwatersretreat.net River View Bed & Breakfast 9 Delaware Ave., Delhi 607.746.7177
West Branch House Bed & Breakfast 28 Franklin St., Delhi 607.746.3378
Scott’s Oquaga Lake Family Resort Deposit 607.467.3094 scottsfamilyresort.com
The Old School House Inn 28218 Route 206, Downsville 607.363.7814 oldschoolhouseinn.com
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Catskill Mountain View House Denver 12421 917.848.7074 catskillmountainviewhouse.com
Bear Spring Mountain Park (Campground) 512 E. Trout Brook Rd., Downsville dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24454.html
Buck-Horn Lodge & Cottages 1577 Route 30, East Branch 607.363.7432 fifieldoutfitters. com/lodging
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Deposit Motel 44 Oak St., Deposit 607.467.2998 Dream Catcher Lodge 393 River Rd., Deposit 607.467.4900 dreamcatcherlodgeny.com Eagle Valley Cabins 185 Latham Rd., Deposit 607.321.3707 Guestward Ho Family Campground 62 H Decker Rd., Deposit 607.467.3246 guestwardho.com Laurel Bank Motel 1 Oak St., Deposit 607.467.2427
Downsville Motel 6964 River Rd., Downsville 607.363.7575 downsvillemotel.com Peaceful Valley Campsite 485 Banker Rd., Downsville 607.363.2211 nypeacefulvalley.com Pepacton Cabins 348 Hood Lane, Downsville 607.363.2094 pepactoncabins.com Victoria Rose Bed & Breakfast 15146 Route 30, Downsville 607.363.7838 victoriarosebnb.com
Terry’s Shinhopple Campground 6275 Route 30, East Branch 607.363.2536 Yellow House Bed & Breakfast 132 Peakville Rd., East Branch 917.270.7255 East Meredith
Harmony Hill Lodging and Retreat Center 694 McKee Hill Rd. East Meredith 877.278.6609 harmonyhillretreat.com Fleischmanns
Breezy Hill Inn 835 Breezy Hill Rd., Fleischmanns 845.254.5615 breezyhillinn.com
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Catskill Country Rental 528 Wagner Ave., Fleischmanns 845.254.9816 catskillcountryrental.com
Spillian 50 Fleischmanns Heights Rd. Fleischmanns 800.811.3351, spillian.com
Catskill Ski House 538 Wagner Ave., Fleischmanns 917.902.3063 catskillskihouse.com
Valkyrian Motel 890 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.5373
Delaware Court Motel 1141 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.5090 delawaremotelcatskills.com
Village Suites at Fleischmanns 1130 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.901.9690 villagesuites12430.com
Linden Hill Cottages 443 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4333
Weeping Willow Getaway 264 Wagner Ave., Fleischmanns 201.421.7582 weepingwillowgetaway.com
Northland Motel 1261 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.5124
West Wind Motel 11 Depot St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4421
Oppenheimer’s Regis Hotel 400 Lake St., Fleischmanns 845.254.5080 oppenheimersregis.com
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River Run Bed & Breakfast 882 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4884 riverrunbedandbreakfast.com
Brophy River View and Estate 1650 Bodoit Rd., Fishs Eddy 561.714.0338 riverviewbrophy.com Franklin
Catskills Escape Bed & Breakfast 109 Post Rd., Franklin 607.353.1533 catskillsescape.com
Delaware County KOA 242 Union Church Rd., Franklin 607.369.9030 koa.com Franklin Guest House 113 Center St., Franklin 917.428.8253 Grand Gorge
The Colonial Motel 37283 Route 23, Grand Gorge 607.588.6122 colonialmotel.biz
The Covered Bridge Guest House 6735 Basin Clove Rd., Hamden 607.434.1998 Hamden Inn 35796 Route 10, Hamden 607.746.8383 luckydogorganic.com Hobart
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Breezy Acres Bed & Breakfast 62543 Route 10, Hobart 607.538.9338 breezyacresbedandbreakfast.com
Blackbird Inn 25 Old River Rd., Halcottsville 607.330.3031 theblackbirdinn.com
Rich Country Farmhouse 13045 County Rd. 18, Hobart 413.527.3903 richcountryfarmhouse.com
Log Home Lodging 46860 Route 30, Halcottsville 845.586.6151 loghomelodging.com
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Moonshadows and Memories Bed & Breakfast 35892 Route 10, Hamden 607.746.2870 moonshadowsandmemoriesbandb.com
Bass Cabins Lower Cadosia Rd., Hancock 607.637.5253 basscabins.com Becky’s Bed & Breakfast 2406 Route 268, Hancock 607.637.5499 beckysanderbandb.com
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The Cranberry Inn 38 W. Main St., Hancock 607.637.2788 East Branch Outfitters 1471 Peas Eddy Rd., Hancock 607.637.5451 eastbranchoutfitters.com
Blue Deer Center 1155 County Rd. 6, New Kingston 845.586.3225 bluedeer.org
Hanah Mountain Resort 576 W. Hubbell Hill Rd. Margaretville 800.752.6494 hanahcountryresort.com Homestead Farm Resort 491 County Rd. 6, Margaretville 845.586.4482 homesteadfarmresort.com
Hancock House Hotel 137 E. Front St., Hancock 607.637.7100 hancockhousehotel.com
Margaretville Mountain Inn 1478 Margaretville Mountain Rd., Margaretville 845.586.3933 margaretvilleinn.com
Point Mountain Lodge 186 Yendes St., Hancock 607.637.2629
Margaretville Lodging 42480 Route 28, Margaretville 845.586.4464 margaretvillelodging.com
Timberline Motel 30680 Route 17, Hancock 607.467.2042
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Green Acres Motel 30356 Route 17, Hancock 607.467.3620
Smith’s Colonial Motel 23085 Route 97, Hancock 607.637.2989, smithscolonialmotel.com
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West Branch Angler Resort 150 Faulkener Rd., Hancock 800.201.2557 westbranchresort.com
Pine Hollow Lodging Margaretville 718.729.4722/845.586.1433 pinehollowlodging.com
The Inn at West Settlement 1117 Andrew Gray Rd., Roxbury 518.672.5423 theinnatwestsettlement.com
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Bed & Eggs 43 Montgomery Hollow Rd. Roxbury 607.326.6184 bedandeggs.com Burroughs Homestead 1067 Burroughs Memorial Rd. Roxbury 516.922.2856 burroughshomestead.com
The Roxbury 2258 County Rd. 41, Roxbury 607.326.7200, theroxburymotel.com Roxbury Bed & Breakfast 1239 Old River Rd., Roxbury 607-326-7847
Photo (left): Riikka Olson. Photo (right): Joe Damone
Scudder Hill House 24 County Rd. 8, Roxbury 607.326.7310 scudderhillhouse.com
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Stratton Falls Campsites 615 County Rd. 41, Roxbury 607.326.4224 strattonfalls.com
La Basse Cour Bed & Breakfast 3228 Gunhouse Hill Rd., South Kortright 607.538.9707 la-basse-cour.com
Sidney
Super 8 Sidney 4 Mang Dr., Sidney 607.563.8880 super8.com Stamford
Stamford Gables Bed & Breakfast 42 Main St., Stamford 607.435.6917 stamfordgables.com Sunny Hill Summit Retreat 670 Decker Rd., Stamford 917.533.5789 The Colonial Bed & Breakfast 157 W. Main St., Stamford 518.482.4102 thequeenofthecatskills.com The Catskills Bed & Breakfast 156 W. Main St., Stamford
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Walton
D’Angelo’s Bed & Breakfast 24 Griswold St., Walton 607.865.6285 Kerr’s Creek Getaway Walton 607.865.3170 Octagon Motor Lodge 34350 Route 10, Walton 607.865.3190 octagonmotorlodge.com Stony Creek Farmstead 1738 Freer Hollow Rd., Walton 607.865.7965 stonycreekfarmstead.com Walton Motel 37 Stockton Ave., Walton 607.865.4724 thewaltoninn.com
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Delaware County may be best known for its visual beauty, but there are plenty of ways to treat the other senses. Scattered around the region are a number of pubs, distilleries and tasting rooms to wet your whistle while meeting friends, both old and new. Here’s a few local favorites: By Lisa Wisely
Wayside Cider (55 Redden Lane, Andes 845.676.6002 waysidecider.com) opened the doors in 2016 to its gorgeous taproom that’s cozy in the winter, and also boasts a beautiful outdoor space that feels like a magical forest hideaway for a warm summer night. The taproom serves not only the house ciders, but local wines, beers and spirits as well, along with meat and cheese plates, sandwiches and more. The Bull and Garland Pub & Inn (760 Main Street, Hobart 607.538.3006 bullandgarland.com) also has a lovely outdoor seating area in addition to the British style pub and eatery inside, featuring a wide selection of cocktails. Photo: Natalie Chitwood. Wayside Cider in Andes.
Union Grove Distillery (43311 Route 28, Arkville 845.586.6300 uniongrovedistillery. com) distills its Vly Creek Vodka using fresh Catskills mountain water, apples and wheat, with a new variation made from local tree juice maple syrup. A wide variety of cocktails are available including an incredible Cosmopolitan in their cocktail lounge located on site where you can also tour the distillery. O’Neill’s Shire Pub (123 Main Street, Delhi 607.746.8758 theshiredelhi.com) is a rustic local public house serving food and drink, such as their fabulous orange pomegranate margarita and a large selection of local and imported beers and ales. It’s the perfect local gathering place with live music, karaoke,
trivia nights, a pool table and daily specials. Public Restaurant & Lounge (2318 County Highway 41, Roxbury 607.326.4026 publicrestaurant-roxbury.com) is a cozy, modern eatery located inside a former blacksmith’s shop. Great service, friendly patrons and an incredible drink menu serving all the local creations make this a hub of activity in the Western Catskills. Feather & Stone (38 West Street, Walton 607.510.8496 featherandstonerestaurant.com) serves traditional American and home-style comfort food with a full bar and an impressive selection of house cocktails including a Feather Mai Tai.
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With its abundance of dairies, farms and artisan food and drink makers, Delaware County has long since established itself as a destination for those looking for authentic farm-to-table dining experiences. But there are also great international cuisine options that are also available in the region - from Mediterranean fare to Mexican and Japanese delights. By Lisa Wisely
The Tulip and the Rose (435 Main St., Franklin 607.829.4040 thetulipandtherose.com) features an eclectic menu that includes traditionally prepared Turkish, Asian and Western cuisine made from the finest local organic ingredients. Their special Tuesday night dinners spotlight a different cuisine each week, all made from seasonal ingredients. Popular past events have included Indian, Mediterranean and Malay specialties. Mi Lupita (967 Main St, Fleischmanns 845.254.4979) is a small roadside convenience grocery store serving some of the best authentic Mexican food
found this side of the boarder with full service seating in the rear. Just across the street is another fine Mexican eatery, La Cabana (966 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4966), which is perfect for larger parties and get-togethers with its large dining hall, extensive menu and full bar. Greenane Farms (196 County Road 10, Meridale 607.746.8878 greenanefarms.com) is another Delaware County source for authentic Mexican food. During the warm weather months they’re serving up garden fresh delights including empanadas, tamales, carnitas and salsas all made on the
premises and brought to your table in their rustic dining room. Tuna III (82 Main St, Delhi 607.746.6777 tunaiii.com) offers fresh, made-to-order sushi and Japanese food. They also have hot and cold sake, and a selection of imported and domestic beers. Hanah Mountain Resort and Country Club (576 W Hubbell Hill Rd, Margaretville 845.586.4849 hanahcountryresort.com) serves a variety of traditional American and European favorites in their restaurant and bar with a Fiesta Thursday menu featuring the best that Mexico has to offer. Photo: Christian Harder. Brushland Eating House in Bovina.
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Table on Ten (52030 State Hwy 10, Bloomville 607.643.6509 tableonten.com) is a coffee shop/ pizzeria in a renovated 1860’s house that has been widely featured in national publications such as Bon Appetit and Remodelista for its charming ragtag style and toothsome wood-fired pizzas, savory pies and other dishes from locally sourced ingredients. The property also has three bedrooms for overnight rentals. Brushland Eating House (1927 County Hwy 6, Bovina Center 607.832.4861 brushlandeatinghouse.com) is a stylishly comfortable farm-totable restaurant serving seasonally inspired, sophisticated and hearty American dishes. There’s been no shortage of raves and press for the establishment from publications such as Vogue and And North. Tay Tea (159 Main St, Delhi 607.746.6086 taytea. com) is a tea bar and shop that serves and sells exclusive hand-blended artisanal teas, teaware and gifts. Sit down with a fragrant cup of tea made from 100% natural and wild-crafted ingredients, and bring home an elegant tin of tea from blends such as “Better Than Sex,” “Marry Me Again” or “Man Tea” for yourself or as a gift.
Andes
The Andes Hotel 110 Main St., Andes 845.676.3980 andeshotel.com Two Old Tarts Bakery & Cafe 22 Lee Lane, Andes 845.676.3300 twooldtarts.com Woody’s Country Kitchen 85 Main St., Andes 845.676.4500 Wayside Cider 55 Redden Lane, Andes 845.676.6002 waysidecider.com Arkville
Arkville Bread & Breakfast 43285 Route 28, Arkville 845.586.1122 Maine Black Bear Seafood Restaurant Route 28, Arkville 845.586.4004 catskillsfish.com Oakley’s Place 44681 Route 28, Arkville 845.586.3474
TJ’s Farm Market and Cafe 43019 Route 28, Arkville 845.586.6260 Bloomville
Table on Ten 52030 Route 10, Bloomville 607.643.6509 tableonten.com Bovina
Brushland Eating House 1927 County Rd. 6, Bovina Center 607.832.4861 brushlandeatinghouse.com Russell’s General Store 2099 County Rd. 6 Bovina Center 607.832.4242 russellsgeneralstore.com Delhi
Bagels N Cream 2 Elm St., Delhi 607.746.8100 Blue Bee Cafe 114 Main St., Delhi 607.746.8060
Cafe on the Green 85 Scotch Mountain Rd., Delhi 607.746.4792 cafeonthegreen.delhi.edu Crossroads Cafe 80 Main St., Delhi 607.746.7007 Cugino’s Pizza 3 Main St., Delhi 607.746.7825 The Delhi Diner 95 Main Street, Delhi 607.746.2207 Midtown Grill 97 Main St., Delhi 607.464.4023 midtowngrillrestaurant.com O’Neill’s Shire Pub 123 Main St., Delhi 607.746.8758 theshiredelhi.com
Koo Koose Grille 129 Front St., Deposit 607.235.2817
La Cabana Restaurant 966 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4966
Little Italy Pizzeria 100 Front St., Deposit 607.467.4774
Mi Lupita 967 Main St., Fleischmanns 845.254.4979
Downsville Catskill Country Market 15192 Market St., Downsville 607.363.2872
Franklin
The Old School House Inn & Restaurant 28218 Route 206, Downsville 607.363.7814 oldschoolhouseinn.com
Tulip and Rose 435 Main St., Franklin 607.829.4040 thetulipandtherose.com Wise Guys Pizza 226 Main St, Franklin 607.829.5566
East Meredith
Grand Gorge
Fable at Stone & Thistle Farm 1211 Kelso Rd., East Meredith 607.278.5800 stoneandthistlefarm.com
Creekside Cafe 36429 Route 23, Grand Gorge 607.588.6305
Fleischmanns
Sundaes 36422 Route 23, Grand Gorge
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Berbet’s Cafe 1164 Main St., Fleischmanns 646.979.7798.
The Pizza Palace 37166 Route 23, Grand Gorge 607.588.6745
Butterfields Cafe 16 Division St., Deposit 607.467.3111
Goatie Whites 46 Depot St., Fleischmanns 845.254.3005
Tuna III Japanese Restaurant 82 Main St., Delhi 607.746.6777 tunaiii.com
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Lucky Dog Organic Farm, Store and Cafe 35796 Route 10, Hamden 607.746.8383 luckydogorganic.com Hancock
Circle E Diner 369 E. Front St., Hancock 607.637.9905 Hancock Town House 23 Main St., Hancock 607.637.9917 Honest Eddie’s Tap Room 137 E. Front St., Hancock 607.637.7100 hancockhousehotel.com Little Italy II 43 W. Main St., Hancock 607.637.2855
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River Run Restaurant and Bar 150 Faulkener Rd., Hancock 607.467.5533 theriverrunrestaurant.com The Bakery 167 E. Front St., Hancock
607.637.2253 thebakeryhancockny.com The Maple Room Hancock House Hotel 137 E. Front St., Hancock 607.637.7100 hancockhousehotel.com Two Sisters Emporium 170 E. Front St, Hancock 607.821.1606 Hobart
The Bull and Garland 760 Main St, Hobart 607.538.3006 The Coffee Pot 581 Main St., Hobart 607.538.1800 The Dinner Plate 45 Main Street, Hobart 607.538.3003 dinnerplateofhobart.com Margaretville
Bunn N’ Cone 86 Bridge St., Margaretville 845.586.4440
Crazy River Cafe and Deli 42287 Route 28, Margaretville, 845.586.6266 The Flour Patch 75 Bridge St., Margaretville, 845.586.1919
Meridale
Greenane Farms 196 County Rd. 10, Meridale 607-746-8878 greenanefarms.com
Hannah Mountain Resort 576 W. Hubbell Hill Rd., Margaretville 800.752.6494 hanahcountryresort.com Inn Between 42377 Route 28, Margaretville, 845.586.4265 Summerfields 654 Main St., Margaretville, 845.586.1111 Stick in the Mud 743 Main St., Margaretville, 845.586.6336 The Cheese Barrel 798 Main St., Margaretville 845.586.4666 cheesebarrel.com Meredith
Meredith Inn 4206 Turnpike Rd., Meredith 607.464.5029
Roxbury
Ate O Ate Catering and Gourmet Food Truck Roxbury 607.326.7020 ateoatecatering.com. Photo: The Bull and Garland
Trackside Dining 88 Main St., Sidney 607.563.3737
Danny’s Restaurant 14 Gardiner Place, Walton 607.865.8496
Stamford
Feather and Stone 38 West St., Walton 607.510.4027 featherandstonerestaurant.com
13 Harper Coffee Shop 13 Harper St., Stamford 607.434.6382 Gabrielle’s 60 Main St., Stamford 607.652.2535 John’s Tavern 87 Main St., Stamford 607.652.2486 Cassie’s Cafe 53535 Route 30, Roxbury 607.326.7020
Community Lounge 80 Main St., Sidney 607.563.3363
TP’s Cafe 7 Railroad Ave., Stamford 607.652.4752
Public Restaurant & Lounge 2318 County Rd. 41, Roxbury 607.326.4026 publicrestaurant-roxbury.com
Roma Ristorante 25 Union St., Sidney 607.563.8888 romapizza.biz
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Suzi’s Bakeshop and Cafe 3 W. Main St., Sidney 607.563.9050
Vasta’s Italian Deli and Pizzeria 1 Grant Place, Stamford 607.652.3747 vastasitaliandeliandpizzeria.com
Angus & Ale Steakhouse, Seafood and Tavern 64-66 Main St., Sidney 607.604.4273
The Chuck Wagon Grill 115 River St., Sidney 607.563.8088
Walton
Castle on the Delaware 139 Stockton Ave., Walton 607.865.4300 castleonthedelaware.com
Gramma D’s 192 Delaware St., Walton 607.865.6588 Miller’s Bar-B-Q 29735 Route 10, Walton 607.865.4721 Molto Espresso 147 Delaware St., Walton 607.865.7375 Rainbow Lodge 440 Rainbow Lodge Rd. Walton 607.865.7534 T.A’s Place 249 Delaware St., Walton 607.865.7745 The Penguin Cafe 38 West St., Suite 5, Walton
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We love our farmers! The pride and joy here in Delaware County is the pure, local food produced by the dozens of working farms in the region. Summer brings farmers’ markets to villages and towns around the county. Often organic, and always fresh, you’ll find fruits, vegetables, eggs and meats to purchase as well as jams, wine, cheese and baked goods. Bring a big basket and shop the stands filled with delicious options while getting to know farmers and their culture. Andes Saturdays 10am-3pm 72 Main St
Hancock Saturdays 9am-1pm (starts June 3) Hancock Town Square
Delhi Wednesdays 9am-2pm Court House Square, Main St
Hobart Fridays 4pm-7pm 101 Maple Ave www.hobartfarmersmarket.com/
Downsville 2nd and 4th Saturdays 10am-2pm Town Shed Parking Lot near Paige Cemetery
Koo Koose Saturdays 9am-1pm June 12-October 10 Memorial Park, Deposit
Franklin Sundays 10am-2pm 25 Institute St
Pakatakan Saturdays 9am-2pm 46676 NYS Hwy 30, Halcottsville roundbarnmarket.org
Photo: Riikka Olson. Delhi Farmers’ Market.
Sidney Tuesdays 2pm-6pm (July through October) 89 Main St facebook.com/SidneyNYFarmersMarket Walton 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 10am-2pm Delaware Valley Hospital, 2 Titus Place, facebook.com/WaltonFarmersMarket
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Dirty Girl Farm 539 Perch Lake Rd., Andes 845.676.4000 dirtygirlfarmny.com Goat’s milk and goat cheese. Arkville Millbrook Maple 44911 Route 28, Arkville 845.586.6200 millbrookmaple.com Birch and maple syrup. Tree Juice Maple Syrup 251 Rider Hollow Rd., Arkville 845.245.8975 treejuicemaplesyrup.com Maple syrup.
Maplewood Farm 5700 County Rd. 18, Bloomville 607.746-6339 maplewoodfarmny.com. Maple syrup.
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Betty Acres Farm/La Belle Fromage 21529 Route 28, Delhi 607.746.9581 bettyacresfarm. com Farmstead dairy and creamery.
Burnett Farms 1091 Bramley Mountain Rd., Bovina Center 607.832.4216 Farmstand. Robson’s Christmas Trees 2425 Jim Lane Rd., Bovina Center 607.832.4306 Pick-your-own Christmas trees. Delancey
Bear Mountain Maple 21529 Route 28, Delhi 607.242.4835 Maple syrup.
Bovina Valley Farms 77 Huff Rd., Delh 607.746.8192 bovinavalleyfarms.com. Artisanal aged cheese. Burn Ayr Farm 21031 Route 28, Delhi 607.746.7287 Vegetable farm and roadside farmstand.
Bloomville
Brookside Maple 2544 County Rd. 2, Delancey 607.746.6618 Maple syrup.
Byebrook Farm 7531 County Rd. 18, Bloomville 607.538.9796 Honor system farmstand sells raw milk and Gouda.
Catskill Mountain Maple 65 Charlie Wood Rd., Delancey 607.746.6215 catskillmountainmaple.com. Maple syrup.
Delaware Bounty 5 1/2 Main St., Suite 3, Delhi 607.746.9909 delawarebounty.com Order locally grown groceries online, then pick them up.
Del-Rose Farm/ The Farmer’s Wife 9635 County Rd. 18, Bloomville 607.538.9633 Roadside farmstand and The Farmer’s Wife baked goods.
Dar-View Maple 2818 Fall Clove Rd., Delancey 607.435.1657 darviewmaple.com. Maple syrup.
Fieldstone Farm 4236 County Rd. 18, Delhi 607.287.9236 fieldstonefarmny.com Pasture-raised Black Angus beef. On-farm store.
Hawley Family Tree Farm 4528 Peakes Brook Rd., Delhi 607.746.3543 Pick-your-own Christmas trees. Loulou’s Farmstand 1304 Elk Creek Rd., Delhi 607.386.8220 Produce, flowers and eggs. Deposit Catskill Fresh 96 Laurel Bank Ave., Deposit 607.467.5762 catskillfresh.com Roadside farmstand, U-Pick strawberries and pumpkins. Madugno A4 Maple 7635 Route 8, Deposit 607.467.1047 a4maple.com Maple syrup. Downsville Reed’s Maple Products Downsville 607.363.2738 reedsmapleproducts.com Maple syrup. Meredith Stone & Thistle Farm and Fable Restaurant 1211 Kelso Rd., East Meredith
607.278.5800 stoneandthistlefarm.com Working farm. Bed and breakfast, farm-to-table restaurant, farm tours and activities. Windy Knob Blueberry Farm 6517 Turnpike Rd., Meredith 607.746.2991 U-Pick blueberries. Franklin Handsome Brook Farm 4132 East Handsome Brook Rd., Franklin 607.829.2587 handsomebrookfarm.com Gather your own eggs. North Franklin Maple Syrup Co. 13501 Route 357, Franklin 607.829.2100 Maple syrup. Sherman Hill Farmstead 9626 County Rd. 21, Franklin 607.829.8852 Goat’s and cow’s milk cheeses. Fleischmanns Vly Creek Maple 2470 County Rd. 37 Fleischmanns 845.254.4283 Maple syrup. Photo: Joe Damone
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Life in Delaware County rewards you every day. A sunset, a wild apple, sparkly snow, or a bald eagle soaring over you – you get a new gift every day.
Delaware Delicacies Smoke House 420 Rhodes Rd., Hancock 607.637.4443 Smoked eels caught in a handbuilt stone weir. Harpersfield Shaver-Hill Maple 310 Shaver Rd., Harpersfield 607.652.6792 shaverhillfarm.com. Maple syrup.
Favorite summer event: Delaware County Fair in Walton Favorite store: The Sheep’s Nest in Hobart Solveig Comer (Artist) South Kortright
Hobart Roxbury Mountain Maple 750 Roxbury Mountain Rd., Hobart 607.538.1500 roxburymountainmaple.com. Maple syrup. Margaretville Hamden Lucky Dog Farm and Store 35796 Route 10, Hamden 607.746.8383 luckydogorganic.com Farm and general store, café and inn.
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Paul’s Maple Products 114 Back River Rd., Hamden 607.746.7708 Maple syrup. Photo: Joe Damone. Bovina Valley Farms.
Hubbell Family Farm 46124 Route 30, Margaretville 607.238.9915 Grassfed free-range meats, maple syrup and eggs. Kenneth Burger Farm 3437 Millbrook Rd., Margaretville 845.586.4784 Maple syrup.
Meridale
Greenane Farms 196 County Rd. 10, Meridale 607.746.8878 greenanefarms.com Working farm with U-Pick berry orchard and seasonal Mexican restaurant. New Kingston
la-basse-cour.com. Farm store, bed and breakfast and activities. Stamford
Blue Sky Farm & Winery 779 Charcoal Rd., Stamford 607.652.4712 blueskyfarmwinery.com U-Pick blueberries and blueberry wines.
Crystal Brook Farms 1892 New Kingston Rd., New Kingston 845.586.1721 crystalbrookfarms.com. A dairy farm selling meat, eggs and produce.
Hillhaven Farms 2 Hobart Rd., Stamford 607.652.2274 Farm, garden center and farmstand.
Roxbury
Donnelly Farm Stand 5709 E. River Rd., Walton 607.865.5036 Pick your own pumpkin or gourd.
Straight Out of the Ground Farm 52234 Route 30, Roxbury 607.326.6177 straightoutoftheground.com Roadside farm produce and homemade kimchi. South Kortright
La Basse Cour 3228 Gunhouse Hill Rd., South Kortright 607.538.9707
Walton
Russel’s Products & Produce 4919 County Rd. 21, Walton 607.865.4018 Seasonal farmstand. Stony Creek Farmstead 1738 Freer Hollow Rd., Walton 607.865.7965 stonycreekfarmstead.com.
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You don’t have to search hard to find the bright limelight of performing arts in this rural region. Whether inspired by the beauty of Delaware County or just a gathering of creative minds, our lively community centers and professional arts organizations provide year-round programs of high culture and entertainment for all ages and tastes. By Riikka Olson
For the past 20 years, Franklin Stage Company (25 Institute St, Franklin 607.829.3700) has been on a radical mission to bring free professional theater to the community with exciting and imaginative productions both classic and new. Truly a must-visit for even the most discerning theater lover, the company, now embarking on its third decade, will present for their audiences this year a production of Arthur Miller’s “The Price”, a drama about the cost and Photo: Riikka Olson. Franklin Stage Company.
consequence of material possessions and familial separation. Audiences can also expect a staged reading of “The Government Inspector” by Nikolai Gogoi in a brand new adaptation. Nationally acclaimed guest artists, productions and exhibits will also be featured in the admission-free program. franklinstagecompany.org Approaching its 40th year in operation, the Roxbury Arts Group
(5025 Vega Mountain Rd, Roxbury 607.326.7908) is a multi-arts organization that offers versatile programming for both adults and children. This year’s lineup includes virtuosic string quartet Ethel, local bluegrass favorite The Blues Maneuver, dancers David Capps and Victoria Lundell, singer/ songwriter Bobby Long as well as an annual fiddler music celebration, to name just a few highlights from the versatile program. roxburyartsgroup.org
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Tri-Town Theatre (Sidney) is a community theatre celebrating over five decades of family-friendly plays and musical performances. This spring, the comedy “Everybody Loves Opal”
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will amuse audiences, and in the fall, the theatre promises to bring the musical “The Fantasticks”, a timeless fable of love, to the stage. facebook.com/TriTownTheatre The Open Eye Theater (960 Main Street, Margaretville 845.586.1660) has a 45-year history of vibrant live theater, educational programs, concerts and other events, all aiming to inspire the community and spark a passion for performing arts. This summer’s main production, “Seneca Falls”, looks back at the women’s suffrage movement. The annual Summer Shortcuts series features short, staged plays by local playwrights.
eclectic world-class concerts
teen theater workshops
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East Meredith www.westkc.org
West Kortright Fair 9/3/17
Monthly Open Mic nights give everyone a chance to speak up and sound off. theopeneyetheater.org West Kortright Center (49 West Kortright Church Rd, East Meredith 607.278.5454) hosts an exciting array musical guests, artists and other performers on their historic church site and its idyllic surroundings. A theatrical highlight each summer is “Shakespeare in the Valley”, a fully staged outdoor performance by Young People’s Theater Arts Workshops while the audience enjoys a picnic on the lawn. westkc.org
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Whatever brings you to the region – the farms, the food, the scenery – enjoy local historic sites for a glimpse into times gone by and make discoveries about the people and events that shaped Delaware County. By Riikka Olson
A few top picks by Tim Duerden, Director at Delaware County Historical Association: Lower Dingle Hill Road in Andes – Site of 1845 shooting death of Undersheriff Osman Steele during Anti-Rent Wars. As he presided over the sale of a property that had been levied, a large group of citizens dressed as Native Americans appeared and opened fire, shooting and killing Steele. State Highway 10 in Bloomville – The First Milk Pasteurization Plant in the USA, Photo: Daniel Penfield. Hanford Hills Museum in East Meredith.
installed in 1892, played a major part in transforming the commercial milk industry product into a clean and healthy one.
his camera as a tool for social reform. His photographs were instrumental in changing child labor laws in the US.
Congregation B’nai Israel Cemetery (a part of Clovesville Cemetery) in Fleischmanns – Burial place (1966) of TV and radio personality, Gertrude Berg, AKA “Molly Goldberg.”
Woodchuck Lodge, woodchucklodge.org, Burroughs Memorial Rd in Roxbury – Birthplace of 19th century writer and naturalist, John Burroughs, who significantly contributed to the US conservation movement.
Ouleout Valley Cemetery in Franklin – Burial place (1940) of famed sociologist and photographer Lewis Hine who used
Fire tower on Mount Utsayantha in Stamford– A historic fire tower 3,214 feet
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Gideon Frisbee House, State Highway 10 dcha-ny.org, in Delhi – A historic home built in 1797, currently home of Delaware County Historical Association, Also called the “Birthplace of Delaware County,” this is where the first county supervisors met in the spring of 1797 to create the governmental bureaucracy of Delaware County.
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Covered Bridges in Hamden, Delhi and Downsville.
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Hanford Mills, 51 County Highway 12, East Meredith 607.278.5744 hanfordmills. org, is a historic working mill site built in 1846. Over time, the site has functioned as a gristmill, feed mill, woodworking shop, a hardware store, and harnessed the waters of Kortright Creek to provide the town with its first electricity. Listed on both the National and New York State Registers of Historic Places, the museum today is a lively place of exploration, community events, and workshops.
Delaware County has close connections to two First Ladies. The family of Elizabeth Kortright Monroe (wife of James Monroe, 5th US President 1817-1825) owned many acres of land in the region. The Town of Kortright is named after her family. Ida Saxton McKinley (wife of William McKinley, 25th US President 1897-1901) spent a year or two in her teens attending Delaware Academy in Delhi.
Charles Evans Hughes, later NY Governor and Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court, began his law career in Delhi while teaching at Delaware Academy.
Lafayette Mendel, a biochemist and pioneer in the development of vitamins, was born in Delhi in 1872.
Photo: Fitches Covered Bridge, East Delhi by Beautiful Destinations, courtesy of I Love NY
I enjoy the poetic beauty of the fog over the Delaware River, or the sunrise early in the morning. From my window on the 7th floor at the college (the tallest building in the county), I can see a mountain with deer nibbling at bushes and hawks circling over the valley. My daily commute is a short walk across a quaint village where every face is familiar. It is a simple, curious place to live and work. Favorite place to eat: Lucky Dog Farm Store in Hamden Favorite community event: Friday Nights on the Square in July in Delhi Favorite arts organization: Franklin Stage Company in Franklin Kirby Olson (Professor at SUNY Delhi) Delhi
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Take home a piece of the Catskills in the form of new furnishings or thoughtful handmade gifts for friends. No matter your taste — country homespun, high-end design, or anything in between, it’s made here in Delaware County. By Lisa Wisely
Stephanie Charlene, Ceramic Artists (131 Main Street, Andes, stephaniecharlene. com) creates stunning handmade pottery and ceramics right here in her studio in Andes. Downstaters may have seen her dinnerware on display in ASKA in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, but you can get everything that she creates at her studio retail shop that’s open on weekends, or learn to make your own in her one-on-one classes. Stone and Sawyer (76 Main Street, Delhi, 888-502-2800, stoneandsawyer.com) have a studio in Delhi where their beautiful handmade ceramic lamps are made. Also on site is a storefront and gallery where you can purchase their products as well as items made by a host of local makers and artists including Greentree Home Candle,
Bunk & Finch and Tabitha Gilmore Barnes. Speaking of Tabitha Gilmore Barnes (Denver 607.326.7662, tabithagilmore-barnesstudio.blogspot.com ), you can find her gorgeous hand-woven table linens, blankets, tapestries, wraps, pillows and much more at a variety of shops and sellers in the area. She also offers studio visits and spinning and weaving lessons. Gary Mead (1289 Southside Road, Margaretville 845.586.3638 gary-mead.com) builds massive sculptures, tables, beds and other home furnishings in his woodworking shop, Fruitful Furnishings. Gary mills, kiln dries, builds and sculpts his pieces all from wood from local trees, creating unique custom pieces that will take your breath away.
Photo: Torkil Stavdal. Greentree Home Candle, greentreehomecandle.com
Hudson Made (72 Main Street, Andes hudsonmadeny.com) offers high-quality soaps, oils, personal grooming products and shaving kits made from ingredients found right here in Delaware County. From single items to attractive gift sets, Hudson Made products can be found at most local retailers as well as their own shop on Main Street in Andes. The Catskill Mountain Artisans Guild (785 Main Street, Margaretville 845.586.3443 www.catsguild.org) carries an enormous selection of handmade goods by local craftspeople and artists. They also have regular gallery shows and offer a variety of workshops including painting, sculpting and making jewelry, stained glass, pottery and more.
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antique stores Andes Art & Antiques 173 Main St, Andes 845.676.3420 andesartandantiques.com
Axtell Antiques and the Rookery Bookery 1 River St, Deposit 607.467.2553 therookerybookery.com
Franklin Durable Goods Antiques 438 Main, Franklin 607.829.5013 fdgantiques.com
Antique Phonograph Supply Co 7994 County Route 10, Davenport Center 607.278.6218 antiquephono.com
Blue Farm Antiques & Letterpress Printing 322 Main St, Franklin 718.781.5487 bluefarmantiques.com
Full Circle Antiques & Collectibles 164 Delaware St, Walton 607.865.5819
Antiques at Rick’s Barn 50061 NY-30, Roxbury 607.326.7700 ricksbarn.com
Cadosia Valley Antiques 1521 State Hwy, Hancock 268 607.637.2246 Charming But Cheap and Possibly Antique 45855 State Hwy 28, Fleischmanns 845.254.9969 City Mouse Country Mouse Antiques & Collectibles 67 Apex Rd, Hancock 607.637.2951 facebook.com/CityMouseCountryMouseAntiques Clementine Vintage Clothing 72 Main St, Andes 845.676.3888 clementinevintageclothing.com F.E. Murray Antiques 83 Main St, Sidney 607.563.3619
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Fisk Barn Antique & Art Center 116 Fisk Rd, Bovina 607.832.4544 Photo: Riikka Olson. The Stonehouse in Delhi.
Grandma’s Treasure Box 151 Delaware St, Walton 607.865.8600 yourantiqueshop.com Kabinett & Kammer 7 Main St, Andes 845.676.4242 kabinettandkammer.com Lyon Mountain Blue Barn Antiques & Collectibles 2527 Roses Brook Rd, Hobart 607.538.1768 lyonmountainbluebarnantiques.com Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop 850 Main St, Margaretville 845.586.3737 McIntosh Country Market and Auctions 213 Fair St, Margaretville 845.586.1088 mcintoshauction.com Round Back Antiques 53698 State Hwy 30, Roxbury 607.326.4439 facebook.com/RoundBackAntiques
Second Wind Furniture & Antiques 284 Main St, Hobart 607.538.1941 secondwindfurniture.com The Sheep’s Nest 45 Main St, Hobart 607.214.0050 thesheepsnest.com The Squire’s Tankard 438 Main St, Franklin 607.829.6885 Toadstool Antiques & Collectibles 122 Front St, Deposit 607.467.1222
Blue Farm Antiques & Lettepress printing
OPEN WEEKENDS, 12-5PM (ALSO BY CHANCE OR APPOINTMENT)
322 MAIN STREET, FRANKLIN T: 718.781.5487 BlueFarmAntiques.com /BFAntiques /BlueFarmPhil
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nature inspires
By Riikka Olson
“The Delhi Mural,” 2016 (located at 85 Main Street in Delhi) The mountains and valleys of Delaware County are the inspiration for much of my art work. My paintings are a testament of my profound respect for the region’s indefinable spirit and character. By emphasizing the land, the mural I painted on Main Street in Delhi beckons the eye deeper into the picture space, prompting curiosity about what lies beyond that field, over that hill, just round that turn in the road, or through those trees. Joanna Murphy joannamurphy.com
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The breathtaking rolling mountains and bucolic vistas of Delaware County are a living inspiration to the area’s many notable artists.
“Bovina Valley,” 2010 I have been painting for over 45 years, maintaining a home in Delaware County for the past 40 years. I paint landscape because we live in it. I continue to live here because it continues to inspire me to try and capture the timeless beauty and wonder of nature: the light, the color, the space. There is no better place to feel the awesome power of nature and be reminded we are but a small part of it all. Wayne Morris
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Fleischmanns Memorial Day Street Fair, May 28 An annual street fair celebration featuring food, crafts, vendors and live music. The Fair on the Square, Delhi, July Fridays Live music, food and craft vendors, entertainment and games for kids in historic Courthouse Square. Margaretville Fire Department Field Days, July (margaretvillefiredept.org) A week long carnival with live music, fireworks, carnival rides, vendors and much more. Field Days are held each year in the days surrounding Independence Day. Stagecoach Run Art Festival, Treadwell, July 1 & 2 (stagecoachrun.com) More than 50 artists show their work in 16 venues along rural backroads. The Deposit Lumberjack Festival, July 14, 15, & 16 (depositlumberjackfestival.org) This even celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2016. Fireworks fly on Friday evening, a parade marches on Saturday and games and vendors party all weekend long. Sidney Arts and Music Festival, July 15 10am-7pm (sidneychamber.org/arts-and-music-festiva/) The Sidney Chamber of Commerce invites you to be a part of our Annual Sidney Arts & Music Festival. This show will Photo: Lisa Wisely. Taste of the Catskills in Delhi.
include handmade arts and craft items, as well as music and dance performances. Catskill Forest Festival, Margaretville, July 29 (catskillforest.org) Logging, forest, and milling demonstrations with arts, crafts, maple products, and more. Andes Community Day, August (andesworks.com) The town of Andes celebrates its history with a parade and events throughout the hamlet of Andes. Delaware County Fair, Walton, August 1419 (delawarecountyfair.org) The 131th annual agricultural fair attracts 80,000 people every year. Six days of demos, exhibits, livestock, food, carnival rides and fun on the huge fairgrounds. Great Catskill Mountain BBQ Fest, Fleischmanns, August 26 (greatcatskillmountainbbqfest.com) A professional BBQ competition and family-friendly festival with live music, craft beer, and vendors galore. Bovina Farm Day, September 3 (farmingbovina.org) A celebration of agriculture held in hay fields along Bovina’s Crescent Valley Road with farm tours, hayrides, a scarecrow-making contest, old-fashioned games and food. West Kortright Fair 2017, September 3
(westkc.org) 12th Annual Labor Day Extravaganza is a summer’s end celebration of the region’s “agri-cultural” bounty. Live music and entertainment. Roxbury Revelry, September 3 (roxburyny. com) Fireworks, live music and family fun in Roxbury’s Kirkside Park to celebrate Labor Day weekend. Cauliflower Festival, Margaretville, September 23 (cauliflowerfestival.com) Fields of cauliflower once lined the cool, wet hills of Delaware County, where this festival honors the vegetable with food vendors, music and a tractor parade. Delhi Harvest Fest, Delhi, September 23 Local produce vendors, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities and live music on Courthouse Square. Taste of the Catskills, Delhi, October 7 & 8 (tasteofthecatskills.com) A two-day festival of live music, culinary delights and activities for kids takes over the fields at Delhi’s Maple Shade Farm each year on Columbus Day Weekend. Woodman’s Festival, Meredith, October 14 (handfordmills.org) Woodworking and lumberjack skills demonstrations, exhibits, food, music, vendors.
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