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Falling for autumn

By Jennifer Wing

Want to pick out your own pumpkin to put in a pie or carve into a Jack-O-Lantern? How about finding your way through a maze of maize? And don’t forget the crisp texture of an apple picked right from the branches of a tree! There are many great places to go and things to do in Central New York in the fall. Below are just some of the fall favorites that are close to home:

Beak and Skiff Apple Farms Located at 4472 Cherry Valley Turnpike in Lafayette, features with pick-your-own apples, an apple tasting tent, bouncy house and other activities for children, tractor-pulled rides to the orchards, pony rides, farm animals, refreshment stand and picnic area and gift shop where you can view bees in a honeycomb, watch the farm make cider and purchase fresh fudge or apple pie. Adults can also sample some of the spirits made at the nearby winery and See fall, page 34

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Vernon CEO makes donation to USO Provides 2,000 concert tickets to area military, families

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American Racing and Entertainment’s Jeff Gural’s $150,000 donation provides 2,000 Springsteen tickets — the largest, private donation to the USO in 15 years.

Vernon Downs Casino is proud to announce that Jeff Gural, CEO of American Racing and Entertainment, has made the largest, personal, one-time donation to the United Service Organization (USO) in the last 15 years.

Gural personally donated 2,000 tickets for the Aug. 29 Bruce Springsteen concert at Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel to the USO. The tickets, which total $150,000 in value, were distributed through the USO to active military service members and their families stationed at Fort Drum, as well as those serving in the New York National Guard and United States Coast Guard.

According to Brian Whiting, President and CEO of the regional USO, “This level of generosity from one individual is rarely matched, especially when paired with Jeff ’s steadfast commitment to supporting these brave men and women. It is programs like this that help demonstrate America’s appreciation for the service and sacrifice that these individuals make on our behalf every day.”

“I believe that the members of the armed forces have done a spectacular job of keeping our country safe and as a resident of New York, I am extremely grateful for their dedication,” Gural said. “This is simply my way of thanking members of the armed forces located here in New York state for their sacrifice.”

Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band appeared Aug. 29 at Vernon Downs as part of their Wrecking Ball Tour.

Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel is open year-round with video gaming machines, simulcast horse racing, a live harness racing season, restaurants, a sports bar and special entertainment events. The property employs almost 300 people, offers an all-suites hotel and a recently expanded Events Center.

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Ride for Rags held to benefit local family Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 6 at Mercer Park in Baldwinsville

Join other motorcycle enthusiasts for a ride around Otisco Lake in honor and remembrance of David “DJ” Ragonese, an avid rider and beloved son, husband, brother and friend.

The Ride for Rags, held Saturday, Oct. 6, will start at noon from Mercer Park in Baldwinsville, where it will also finish approximately two hours later. Registration is at 11 a.m. The benefit will start at 3 p.m. for non-riders. There David “DJ” Ragonese will be live music, food and raffles, and if the weather is bad, the benefit will be moved to the Mohegan Manor’s ballroom, only a few blocks away from the park.

Cost is $25 for the ride and benefit.

According to ridefordj.com: “This benefit and fund was set up to help DJ’s widow Rita and the little girl in her belly. The benefit and fund will help to support living expenses and educational support for little DJ. Rita had

hoped to be a housewife and stay-at-home mom. It was her desire to home-school her child and put the family first. If this fund will help Rita to fulfill her desire to stay at home with her child, for as long as possible, then that is something we can all be thankful for.”

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Get your trophy fish on Boat Survey predicts a banner year for trout, salmon in Oswego County

By Spider Rybaak

Photo courtesyof Capt. Troy Creasy.

14-year-old Nick May from Warrensburg, N.Y., caught this 36.1 pound behemoth on a fire brined cutherring strip run behind an old Sea Runner Slasher and a froggy glow head while fishing out of Oswego on Lake Ontario’s eastern basin. Capt. Troy Creasy’s High Adventure charter consisting of Greg May and his three children, Katelyn, Emily and Nick, beat out 90 other boats including many of Lake Ontario’s top tournament teams while fishing in the Little Salmon River Challenge sponsored by Mike and Beth D’Alonzo of Mike’s Marina. Nick’s trophy won the youth division and overall big fish for the day. on record and 10 times greater than the 19852011 average for the same time period.�

Unfortunately, the study didn’t delve into the improvement in the overall size of the beasts. For that we have to look at the LOC spring derby results. The leader board carries 20 fish weighing over 25 pounds, including a monster caught on May 5 that crushed the scale to an unbelievable 31.06 pounds. Oh sure, kings get a lot bigger than that — in late August and September, just before spawning‌But in May? Things just keep getting better. Troy Creasy, operator of Oswego’s High AdventureSportfishing (highadventurefishing.com; 315-243-2389), netted a 36.1-pound king on July 28, in Oswego County’s territorial waters. “This salmon is one of the largest documented fish in the eastern basin this season but expect to see many more before the year is out,â€? said Creasy. “We have a good year-class

of fish and we should see some extraordinary fish in August and September.�

Considering salmon get an instinctual order to feed like they’re on steroids the last few weeks of their lives in order to fatten up See Fish, page 15

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Released late this spring, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s study, “Lake Ontario Fishing Boat Survey: Preliminary Summary for April through May, 1985-2012,� showed the open water salmon and trout fishery in the tiniest Great Lake was on a roll. Still, even the rosiest prognosticators weren’t prepared for what the tiniest Great Lake has been dishing out lately; causing some to predict this year will be one for the record books.

Started in 1985, the preliminary (April 15 to May) summary’s primary mission is to conduct “counts and interviews of fishing boats� and use the data — ranging from stuff like fishing effort, trout and salmon catch, harvest, and fishing quality — to manage Lake Ontario’s multi-million dollar salmonid fishery. About as boring as any official report, it tests the waters, so to speak, and releases the early season statistics to the public so people with a stake in the fishery can get a feel for the state of their investment and plan accordingly.

This year’s study shows everything’s up from a year ago. Fishing effort increased by 7.3 percent; salmonid catch and harvest were up 9.3 percent and 8 percent respectively; and fishing quality (5.3 fish per boat trip) and harvest (2.4 fish per boat trip)reached their highest averages in the survey’s 28-year history.

The survey contains loads of other, more specific statistics like the coho salmon “catch rate was comparable to recent years but was 2.8 times higher than the 1985-2005 average; and “During April 15 to April 30, brown trout catch rate was the highest observed (4.5 caught per boat trip) and 2.8 times higher than the 1985-2011 average.� And best of all, the Chinook salmon harvest rate of 0.7 fish per boat was among the highest observed in the 28-year data series; and “During April 15 to 30 anglers caught an average of 1.6 Chinook salmon per boat trip, the highest rate

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Sportsman’s Dinner held at Driver’s Village To feature outdoor writer, speaker Tracy Breen Driver’s Village Conference Center will be the site of the annual Sportsman’s Dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 2.

Featured at the event will be Tracy Breen, outdoor author and speaker. He will be discussing hunting North American big game on a budget during his seminar at the event.

Sponsored by North Syracuse Baptist Church, the evening also includes dinner, vendors and door prizes.

Dinner will be at 6 p.m.; doors open at 4 p.m. Those who plan to attend are invited to bring their wall mounts for display. Any mounts brought in will be displayed with the owner’s information.

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In season

DEC posts summary of 2012-13 hunting seasons in New York state

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ow that fall is here, many Central New York hunters are looking to spend time in the great outdoors. On this page are maps of where you can hunt particular game and when.

For more information about the hunting easons for other game, visit dec.ny.gov.

Sportsman Bowhunting

In addition to the requirements for all hunters to qualify to hunt deer or bear with bow and arrow, the applicant must present either: proof that he or she successfully completed an approved bowhunter education course or proof that he or she previously held a New York state bowhunting license or stamp issued in 1980 or later.

Crossbow hunting

In addition to the requirements for all hunters to qualify to hunt deer or bear with a crossbow, the applicant must read the qualifications and sign and carry the certificate in the Crossbow Hunting Qualifications and Certificate.

From page 6 Waterfowl hunting

Requires a small game hunting license and a Federal Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp.

Only the basic hunter education course is required for the license, but a Waterfowl Hunter Education course is required to hunt waterfowl on some special hunting areas.

Trapping

To qualify for any license to trap, the applicant must present either: proof that he or she successfully completed an approved course in responsible trapping practices; or proof that he or she previously held a trapping license.

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Anglers ready for fall salmon run Wading a big river presents its own challenges September spurs mature salmon to run upstream to spawn.

Likewise, anglers from all over the world will run to their nearest Great Lakes tributaries looking for the fishing adventures of a lifetime. Regardless of whether you’re targeting major river systems like the Salmon or Oswego, or skinny streams like Deer, Sandy and Grindstone Creeks, using common sense and paying attention to your surroundings can make the difference between staying stationary and upright in the whitewater or slipping and sliding and falling in.

Now, if you’re just a casual angler who doesn’t mind fishing from the safety of solid footing, like the fenced, linear parks lining the lower Oswego River in the city of Oswego, the only comforts you need to bring along are raingear in case it rains and

a folding chair to take a load off.

However, if you’re like most of us, standing on solid ground just ain’t gonna cut it.

You see, to experience truly close and personal encounters with the fish, the one-onone contests pitting human intelligence and dexterity against animal instinct and brute strength that dreams are made of, you’re gonna have to walk — maybe even run — through the rapids. And that’s dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing.

Here are some tips on wading safely: Traction is a fast-water angler’s best friend. Everything from the algae-covered floor and wobbly rocks to patches of weeds can trip you up. Avoid slipping and sliding by wearing traction devices like Korkers, and carrying a wading staff.

Even the best grippers can’t keep you See Anglers, page 35

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Timber Banks offers September golf special Autumn is a great time to play Timber Banks, a Nicklaus design 18-hole championship golf course. Take advantage

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Breen is a full-time outdoor writer who writes for dozens of publications across the United States. A few of the publications he writes for include “Outdoor Life,� “Buckmasters,� “Bowhunting World,� “Petersen’s Bowhunting,� “Bowhunter,� realtree.com and the Mathews Archery website. He lives in Ravenna, Mich., with his wife Angie, 6-yearold son Thane and 3-year-old son Hendrik.

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and speaks about overcoming physical challenges to enjoy the outdoors. At 33 years old, Breen is one of the youngest full-time outdoor writers in America. Learn more about Breen and his hunting adventures at tracybreen.com.

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CNY on ice The Crunch will hold their 2012-13 home opener on Oct. 13 at the War Memorial.

Tickets for the Crunch’s 2012-13 campaign are on sale now and can be purchased either in person at the Crunch Box Office located at the War Memorial on 800 South State St. in Syracuse, or by calling the office at 473- 4444.

For all the latest Crunch information and updates, fans can visit the team’s official website at syracusecrunch.com or follow the club on Facebook at facebook.com/syracusecrunch) and on Twitter @SyracuseCrunch.

Below is the 2012-13 schedule. Home games are in blue: Oct. 12 - 7:05 p.m. at Rochester Americans Oct. 13 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Hershey Bears Oct. 19 - 7 p.m. at Albany Devils Oct. 20 - 7:05 p.m. at Binghamton Senators Oct. 21 - 5:05 p.m. at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Oct. 27 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Oct. 28 - 3 p.m. vs. Adirondack Phantoms Nov. 2 - 7 p.m. at Adirondack Phantoms Nov. 7 - 7:30 p.m. at Hamilton Bulldogs Nov. 9 - 7;30 p.m. at Hamilton Bulldog at Bell Centre, Montreal Nov. 10 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Rochester Americans Nov. 16 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Hershey Bears Nov. 17 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Adirondack Phantoms Nov. 18 - 5 p.m. at Hershey Bears Nov. 23 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Binghamton Senators Nov. 24 - 5 p.m. at Albany Devils Nov. 25 - 3 p.m. at Worcester Sharks Nov. 30 - 7:05 p.m. at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Dec. 1 - 7 p.m. at Connecticut Whale

Syracuse Crunch 2012-13 season begins; first home game is Oct. 13

Dec. 2 - 5:05 p.m. at Binghamton Senators Dec. 7 - 7: 30 p.m. vs. Hamilton Bulldogs Dec. 8 - 7 p.m. at Adirondack Phantoms Dec. 9 - 3 p.m. at Bridgeport SoundTigers Dec. 12 - 7 p.m. vs. Binghamton Senators Dec. 14 - 7 p.m. at Adirondack Phantoms Dec. 15 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Dec. 21 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Adirondack Phantoms Dec. 22 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Dec. 26 - 7:05 p.m. at Binghamton Senators Dec. 28 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Norfolk Admirals Dec. 29 - 7:30 p.m. vs. St. John’s IceCaps Dec. 31 - 5:05 p.m. at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Jan. 4 - 7:30 p.m. at Norfolk Admirals Jan. 5 - 7:15 p.m. at Norfolk Admirals Jan. 9 - 7:05 p.m. at Rochester Americans Jan. 11 - 7:30 p.m. vs.Norfolk Admirals Jan. 12 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Rochester Americans Jan. 18 - 7:05 p.m. at Rochester Americans Jan. 19 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Lake Erie Monsters Jan. 25 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Binghamton Senators Jan. 26 - 7: 30 p.m. vs. St. John’s IceCaps Feb. 1 - 7 p.m. at Springfield Falcons Feb. 2 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Rochester Americans Feb. 8 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Adirondack Phantoms Feb. 9 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Albany Devils Feb. 10 - 3 p.m. at Adirondack Phantoms Feb. 13 - 7 p.m. at Albany Devils Feb. 15 - 7:05 p.m. at Binghamton Senators Feb. 17 - 4:05 p.m. at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Feb. 18 - 2 p.m. at Albany Devils Feb. 20 - 7 p.m. vs. Toronto Marlies Feb. 23 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Springfield Falcons

Feb. 24 - 3 p.m. vs. Connecticut Whale Feb. 26 - 7:05 p.m. at Rochester Americans March 1 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Albany Devils March 2 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Rochester Americans March 3 - 5 p.m. at Hershey Bears March 6 - 11 a.m. at Toronto Marlies March 8 - 6 p.m. at St. John’s IceCaps March 9 - 6 p.m. at St. John’s IceCaps March 15 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Norfolk Admirals March 16 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Albany Devils March 20 - 7 p.m. vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins March 22 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Hamilton Bulldogs March 23 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Albany Devils March 27 - 7:05 p.m. at Rochester Americans March 29 - 7:30 p.m. at Norfolk Admirals March 30 - 7:15 p.m. at Norfolk Admirals April 5 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Hershey Bears April 6 - 7 p.m. at Hershey Bears April 9 - 7 p.m. at Lake Erie Monsters April 12 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Bridgeport SoundTigers April 13 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Rochester Americans April 19 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Norfolk Admirals April 20 - 7:30 p.m. vs. Worcester Sharks April 21 - 3 p.m. vs. Binghamton Senators

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On track

Greg Hudson named honorary pit crew member at NASCAR race

NAPA Auto Parts recognized Greg Hudson as its recipient of the Honorary Pit Crew Member (HPCM) program at the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Watkins Glen International.

Greg Hudson and his wife Cathy are the third generation owners of Hudson & Mowins Auto Repair which opened for business in 1946.

“My grandfather started the business shortly after WWII with a one-bay garage,” stated Hudson.

“He outgrew it fairly

Hudson’s name was on the car for the event.

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The Hudsons toured the NASCAR Sprint Cup garage and pits recently at Watkins Glen International.

Fast and furious event at fairgrounds Oct. 3 to 7 NAPA Auto Parts Super DIRT Week XLI visits grandstand

A fast and furious motorsports event featuring supermodified race cars roaring around the “moody mile” dirt track at the New York State Fair Grandstand.

The event runs from Oct. 3 through Oct. 7. Hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to

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Fifty shades of fall

Take a foliage driving tour in Oswego County This tour takes visitors to the NYSDEC Salmon River Fish Hatchery in the village of Altmar and then to view the breathtaking Salmon River Falls in the town of Orwell.

From Oswego, or from I-81 exit 34, take State Rte. 104, east to county Rte. 22, following the signs for the Altmar Fish Hatchery. Turn left onto Rte. 22 and continue northeast approximately 5 miles to the village of Altmar. Turn right onto State Rte. 13. Turn left after .10 mile back onto Rte. 22. The Salmon River Fish Hatchery is onehalf mile on the left, at 2133 county Rte. 22. The hatchery is open through Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors may view egg-taking on weekdays.

Displays, exhibits, and outdoor fish ladders are open daily.

After visiting the Salmon River Fish Hatchery, turn left out of the parking lot onto Rte. 22. You will pass the Lower Reservoir about 1.4 miles

from the fish hatchery. Access is available for canoes and kayaks from day-use picnic areas across from Bennetts Bridge, and approximately .75 mile up Hogback Road. The Lighthouse Hill hydropower facility, located on the Lower Reservoir, was built in 1930. Look for the large osprey nests on top of the power poles next to the reservoir. Continue on Rte. 22, past the Bennetts Bridge hydropower facility, and turn right onto Falls Road, about 3.5 miles from the hatchery. Travel 1.4 miles to the Salmon River Falls Unique Area. The parking area is on the right. This 110-foot waterfall provides a breathtaking view any time of the year.

A footpath to the bottom of the gorge is open through Nov. 15. Areas of the gorge are restricted and visitors should stay on maintained footpaths.

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This route passes through some of the most beautiful areas of eastern Oswego County, such as Littlejohn and Happy Valley Wildlife Management Areas, and the Salmon River Reservoir. Beginning at the intersection of NYS Routes 104 and 3 in Mexico, drive east on Rte. 104 to its junction with State Rte. 13. Turn right and continue on Rte. 13 until it meets county Rte 17 in Williamstown. Turn left, heading north on Rte. 17 up to Littlejohn Wildlife Management Area, at in intersection with county Rte. 15. This road leads west into Sandy Creek, where it meets Rte. 3. At this intersection, turn left, driving south on Rte. 3 to Mexico, to complete the circle.

Water Focused Tour: Another tour adds the waters of Panther Lake, Oneida Lake, Salmon River and the Salmon River Reservoir to the views of the remarkable foliage. Starting at the intersection of State Rte 49 and county Rte. 17 in Bernhard’s Bay, take Rte. 49 west 11 until it intersects with county Rte. 11 in West Monroe. Turn right, heading north on Rte. 11 until it intersects with State Rte. 69. Turn left on Rte. 69, heading west. Turn right, onto county Rte. 26, turn left onto Rte. 22 and head north to the intersection with State Rte. 104. Take Rte. 22

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How about them apples?

Profiles of some of CNY’s finest

McIntosh Sweet with a tart tang and known to be very juicy with a tender, white flesh, this apple is excellent for eating and sauce and good for salads and pies.

Red Delicious Sweet and juicy, these apples have a crisp, yellow flesh and are excellent for eating and salads. Red Delicious apples look great for a long time so they are the favored choice for holiday centerpieces and wreaths.

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Empire With a wonderful blend of sweet and tart, these apples are juicy with a very crisp, creamy white flesh. They are excellent for eating and salads and good for sauce, baking, pies and freezing.

Agritourism, family fun meet at Ontario Orchards Come and experience the best of New York state during Ontario Orchards’ 1lth Annual Fall Jamboree from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 22 and 23, rain or shine.

Learn about the farming experience, ride the fields, experience the natural beauty of the farm experience.

For more than 45 years, the Ontario Orchard Farmers Market has been providing products from local farmers and our own farms to the surrounding community.

The Ontario Orchards Farmers Market had its beginnings when Dennis Ouellette and his brother David began selling fruits and vegetables from their father’s farm. A family owned business for over four generations, Ontario Orchards is currently operated by Dennis Ouellette, his wife June and two daughters, Kathy and Laurie. Ontario Orchards specializes in locally-grown produce, meats, eggs, cheese, apples and fresh-pressed apple cider. Their in-house bakery promises delicious homemade pies, cookies and pastries for any occasion baked fresh daily.

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Come to Skaneateles for fall fun The unique village on the lake invites you to experience the village of Skaneateles and the lake at one of the prettiest times of the year in Central New York. This fall we have great events, shopping at its finest, delicious food to eat, and relaxing places to stay.

Sept. 29-30 is Fall Fest in Skaneateles. Local merchants will be having specials, refreshments, and sales all weekend long to welcome in the fall season. And of course there is plenty of apple and pumpkin picking, cider and fritters!

Visit Tim’s Pumpkin Patch or Beak n Skiff Apple Orchards on Route 20 east of Skaneateles. And back this year are horse and carriage rides around the village for a nominal fee available from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and scarecrow making for a $10 donation to the Skaneateles YMCA and Community Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

You can pick up the horse and carriage rides in front of the Sher-

wood Inn. You can make a scarecrow in the park by the Gazebo.

Advance sale tickets for the Scarecrow making are available from the Skaneateles Chamber at 22 Jordan St., or the Skaneateles YMCA and Community Center at 97 State St. On Sunday, Sept. 30, the Sherwood Inn hosts their annual Fall Fest with German food and beverages, and great music on the west lawn from noon to 6 pm . Big Trucks is planned for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at Saunders Quarry sponsored by the Skaneateles Nursery School.

New to Skaneateles is the Lake House Pub, a pub/restaurant operated by Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub at the site of the beloved Morris’s Grill on Route 20. Come in and tip a few!

Skaneateles.com is your source for good things to eat, places to stay, and all there is to see and do. Or call the Skaneateles Chamber of Commerce at 685-0552.

New York State RV Show to be held Sept. 21-23 The lowest prices of the season are rolling out at the New York State Recreational Vehicle Show Friday, Sept. 21 thru Sunday, Sept. 23 at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse. Hundreds of models will be on display, from easy to tow campers to motor homes. Dealers will offer great deals on close-outs, cost cutting pre-owned models, and all new 2013s.

This is an event the whole family will enjoy. Kids under 16 get a free kids meal. It is the bigger, better, bargain hunters fall show… perfect for first time buyers, and family campers looking to trade-up. Visitors can take advantage of on-the-spot financing and low bank rates. There also will be plenty of information on camping destinations, and RV parts and accessories. More details and discount coupon at NYSrvshow.com. Plenty of free parking. Two buildings of savings and more bargains outside. The New York State RV Show is sponsored by the RV Dealers Association of Syracuse and the Campground Owners of New York.

Ontario Orchards greenhouses providing plants that thrive because they are grown locally creating products that are hardy to the area for years of enjoyment. A visit to Ontario Orchards is an adventure because there is always something new to be found. The store features a wide range of beautifully crafted items, many from local vendors. The home and decor house features seasonal products to include: crafted pottery planters, indoor plants, fall harvest decor and Christmas items that make a perfect addition to your house or an excellent gift for a friend. Kathy Workman of Rochester said that since she was 6 years old her family has stopped every Friday as they traveled from her childhood home in the Buffalo to Henderson Harbor and she has enjoyed every visit just as much as the last!

Fall brings the finest crops to Ontario Orchards including: 28 varieties of apples, fresh pressed honey-crisp apple cider, concord grape juice, homemade apple pies, caramel and candy apples, indian corn, corn stalks, straw, winter squash, pumpkins, gourds, garlic, mums, grapes, and a wide range of grape juices available by order for homebrewed wine making.

The possibilities are endless at this family-run business that prides itself on relationships with the community. This “Farmers Market” is open 12 months of the year, seven days a week even when the snow piles high in

From page 16 Central New York. Or you can order Central New York items anytime online at Taste of CNY by Ontario Orchards.

The Ontario Orchard Farms have produced numerous crops and priceless family memories for more than four generations that started with Dennis Ouellette’s parents. An avid educator of children and adult groups, June Ouellette leads farm, cider mill and farmers market tours for any group interested in learning about where fruits and vegetables come from, how they grow, what it is like to be a farmer, and more. She has even had special items designed and produced by in-house bakery for tour groups!

During the fall, she can be found sharing her love of the land when families from all over the Northeast visit the farm to pick apples and pumpkins or take part in a guided tour of the orchards. All are welcome to visit this fall to pick apples and pumpkins, take hayrides, drink apple cider, navigate the corn maze and zip the kids on “Dennis’ Wild Ride”.

The Ontario Orchards family opens their farms for all who want to experience a weekend, fun for the whole family promising the best of New York State. For more information, visit OntarioOrchards.com, TasteofCNY.com, on facebook at TasteofCNY by Ontario Orchards or by calling 343-6328.

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Yogi Bear...

Family fun-close to you!

Jellystone Park marks 42nd year

Open since 1970, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park offers fun activities for families wishing to “get away,” relax and enjoy being outdoors. Weekends from May 1 until the end of October are planned around a different theme. The recreation staff provides planned activities seven days a week from June 25 until Labor Day Weekend.

A typical day includes flag raising with Yogi Bear, wagon rides, crafts, field games and time with both Yogi Bear and Boo Boo. Camping facilities include campsites, cabins and park trailers and are available by day, week, month or season.

The large Ranger Station includes a game room, Cindy’s Kitchen serving meals and ice cream, a fully-stocked store for gifts, souvenirs, RV/camping supplies, hardware, groceries, tackle and live bait. Propane is sold by the pound or metered.

Recently one of the newer recreation phenomenons for camping guests — the Jumping Pillow — was installed. The camper response was truly awesome by all ages. Children, parents and grandparents could be observed bouncing on the pillow from open to close each day. The pillow is roughly 34 by 70 feet and can accommodate as many as 45 people of varied ages and weights.

Parents remarked that family members were tired at the end of the day. They were ready to relax by the campfire then get some rest to be ready for the Pillow the next day. Bouncing — fun and healthy exercise at the same time.

Plenty of Halloween fun is planned in September and October, with pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treats with Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo and a costume parade through the park.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park is located at 601 County Route 16, Mexico.

For more information call 963-7096 or visit jellystonecny. com. Propane is available year-round; call ahead. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting April 1.

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Camping World RV Sales; America’s No. 1 RV dealer

Camping World RV Sales has more than 250 new and used RVs to choose from at their large location at 7030 Interstate Island Road in Syracuse. And based on statistical surveys, 2011, Camping World RV Sales was named America’s No. 1 RV dealer.

For affordable family fun you can’t beat RV travel. Now is a great time to check out the selection at Camping World RV Sales. They are America’s

largest RV and outdoor retailer, providing more than 8,000 RV pars and accessories plus recreational vehicles for every lifestyle. With more than $400 million worth of new and used inventory from top RV manufacturers, Camping World RV Sales has the vehicle to fit your needs. And visit their newly-remodeled accessories store. To learn more call (888)448-2325 or visit campingworldofsyracuse.com.

Reeve Garage Builders: More than just garages Reeve Garage Builders is starting its 34th year serving the Central New York area, plus customers in Watertown, Ithaca, Rome, Utica, Sodus, Waterloo and Geneva, to name a few. And as the name implies, Reeve Garage Builders specializes in detached custom-built garages. It will build a one-car, two-car and three-car garage, in wood exterior, vinyl or other siding, all with quality in mind.

And the secret is now out! Reeve Garage Builders is more than just garages.

They specialize in concrete work including patios for your backyard and pool.

They also specialize in roofing and do asphalt shingles and steel, tear off or lay over. They are now booking their spring and summer roofing jobs. Call 695-7088 or 695-5052 for a free estimate.

Interested in siding? Reeve Builders does all types — vinyl, steel and wood. Need concrete work done? Patios, floors, sidewalks, driveways — call Reeve today. They’re more than just garages.

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Merlins has a huge bounce house open for all occasions and parties, free WiFi and high definition cable. people are more connected to what they’re getting,� Norcross said.

The shop is modeled after a style seen in southern states. “There’s kind of a trend,� he said. “A wave of yogurt shops are doing the same format.�

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The bounce house is for children 10 and under. It has four rides and a couple of slides, and is available for open bounce and private parties.

The shop got its name from the concept of the fictional character — magic. “I wanted to create a place that was magical for the kids,� Norcross said.

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Merlins ice cream shop and bounce house opened in Baldwinsville this month. The shop will offer children and their parents a safe place for private parties, and a new twist on the traditional ice cream shop, said owner Chris Norcross, of Camillus.

The ice cream is a self-serve shop, offering 10 flavors and five twists of ice cream, yogurt, sherbets and dairy-free products. You then move to a fruit tray, where there are options for different fruits, cookie dough and other things that need to stay refrigerated.

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Trail Tales 1 p.m. Beaver Lake Nature Center. Listening to stories and exploring nature are two activities that most children enjoy. A naturalist will read stories to children ages three to five, and lead them on a walk to experience what the season has to offer. Free with park admission. 6382519. Beaver Lake Nature Center is located at 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville; 638-2519; onondagacountyparks.com.

Showtime 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Come to an evening of song and dance at the Finger Lakes Artists, Musicians, and Entertainers at the Center for Creative Expression. There will be music and refreshments. The center is located at 39 Genesee St., Auburn, 252-7016. Admission is free; donations are appreciated.

See and buy US military arms, Colt revolvers, high grade double barreled shotguns, Remingtons, muskets, Smith & Wesson, Kentucky rifles, gun parts and accessories, Springfields, Winchesters, bowie knives, powder horns, custom and factory made knives, military relics from before Revolutionary War to present and more.

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Star Party: Elusive Planets 8-10 p.m.; Baltimore Woods Nature Center. Backup date is Sept. 15. Farewell to the summer Milky Way, hello to the fall skies! Without the moon, many distant galaxies can be viewed in a telescope, as well as the elusive planets Uranus and Neptune. $5 for members, $15/family; $8 for nonmembers, $25/family. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, 673-350, baltimorewoods.org.

Fall Syracuse Gun Show 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. New York State Fairgrounds. One thousand tables of exhibits and displays from all over the US and Canada.

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Homemade Soups & Salads • Breakfast Served all day Springwater Fiddlers Fair & American Crafts Show Fall/Winter Lunch Menu Available 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Fiddlers Fair at Sugarbush Hollow Farm is an all-day musical event for the whole family. Whether you prefer to sit and enjoy the M-F 6am-4pm, Sat 7am-3pm, Sun 7am-2pm music on stage or hike surrounding scenic trails to experience “fiddling-inthe-woods.â€? You can also expect some lively jam sessions that will get your feet stomping and hands clapping. The festival will also highlight local artisans who will showcase EAT IN Specials their handmade wares. Each gifted artist will offer oneor Every Day TAKE OUT of-a kind items beautifully crafted from a variety of unique materials. Food vendors are all locally renowned restaurateurs whose fares will feature locally grown fresh produce and seasonal products. Sugarbush Hollow Farm is located 0TXFHP 4USFFU -JWFSQPPM /: t at 8447 Pardee Hollow Road in Springwater. For more Village of Liverpool By Railroad Tracks information visit springwaterfiddlersfair.net.

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envIRONmental CHEF homegrown at Baltimore Woods A Culinary Cook-Off celebrating the abundance of locally grown and produced foods in Central New York. The area’s finest chefs will go head-to-head in cook-off challenge competitions of entrees and desserts. General level admission is $75 per person. Patron level admission is $100. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus, 673-350, baltimorewoods.org.

Fall Syracuse Gun Show 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New York State Fairgrounds. One thousand tables of exhibits and displays from all over the US and Canada. See and buy US military arms, Colt revolvers, high grade double barreled shotguns, Remingtons, muskets, Smith & Wesson, Kentucky rifles, gun parts and accessories, Springfields, Winchesters, bowie knives, powder horns, custom and factory made knives, military relics from before Revolutionary War to present and more. For more information call (607)748-1010.

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Jordan Fall Festival Three-day community-wide fundraiser with more than 400 volunteers. Featuring Hayrides on the Canal Towpath, art and craft show, pre-read book sale, game tent, amusement rides, antique and classic car, bike and truck show, a greased pole climb, live entertainment, food, pumpkin painting and much more. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. fish fry; grounds open at 5 p.m. For more information call 6899423 or visit JordanNY.com.

18th Annual New York State RV Show 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. New York State’s largest RV Show! Approx. 1,000 vehicles including motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, tent campers, truck campers, conversion vans, park models and much more! New vehicles plus a large selection of pre-owned product. Approx. 20 RV dealers and 40 vendors participating. Two Buildings - The Center of Progress & Horticulture Building plus Chevy Court at the New York State Fairgrounds. For more information visit eastcoastshows.com Fall Jamboree Come and experience the best of New York state during Ontario Orchards’ 11th Annual Fall Jamboree from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Learn about the farming experience, ride the fields and experience the natural beauty of the farm experience. Ontario Orchards specializes in locally-grown produce, meats, eggs, cheese, apples and fresh-pressed apple cider. Ontario Orchards features 28 varieties of apples, fresh pressed honey-crisp apple cider, concord grape juice, homemade apple pies, caramel and candy apples, indian corn, corn stalks, straw, winter squash, pumpkins, gourds, garlic, mums, grapes, and a wide range of grape juices available by order for homebrewed wine making. For more information, visit OntarioOrchards.com, TasteofCNY.com, on facebook at TasteofCNY by Ontario Orchards or by calling 343-6328.

Jordan Fall Festival 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Three-day community-wide fundraiser with more than 400 volunteers. Featuring Hayrides on the Canal Towpath, art and craft show, pre-read book sale, game tent, amusement rides, antique and classic car, bike and truck show, a greased pole climb, live entertainment, food, pumpkin painting and much more. For more information call 689-9423 or visit JordanNY.com.

18th Annual New York State RV Show 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. New York State’s largest RV Show! Approx. 1,000 vehicles including motor homes, travel trail-

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EXPLORE CNY events ers, fifth wheels, tent campers, truck campers, conversion vans, park models and much more! New vehicles plus a large selection of pre-owned product. Approx. 20 RV dealers and 40 vendors participating. Two Buildings - The Center of Progress & Horticulture Building plus Chevy Court at the New York State Fairgrounds. For more information visit eastcoastshows.com Tour De Farms Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County will host Tour De Farms, a scenic bike tour of Madison County.

The bike tour will include three loops, approximately 10-, 20- and 40-miles-long, all starting and ending at Critz Farms in Cazenovia. Riders will be invited to visit a few farms along the way, followed by a Tour De Fork lunch back at Critz Farms, featuring Madison County products, and farmer’s market. In addition to lunch, Tour De Farms tickets include free entry to Critz Farms’ Fall Harvest Celebration, a chance to win door prizes and Tour De Farms giveaways. Tickets can be purchased at the door on Sept.

22. For more information, visit madisoncountyagriculture.com, or contact Beth McKellips at 684-3001 ext.126 or bam223 @cornell.edu.

Early Autumn Paddle 4 p.m. Beaver Lake Nature Center offers the chance to enjoy autumn’s glow with a naturalist on an early evening paddle around Beaver Lake. During an Early Autumn Paddle, the group will beach the canoes briefly to enjoy the sunset while snacking on cheese, crackers and cider. $22 per person includes canoe rental. Pre-registration required. Beaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park, is located three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. For more information, call the Nature Center at 638-2519 or visit OnondagaCountyParks.com.

Classic Campfire Fun with Jay Guss Call for times. Turn off the TV and join Jay Guss for a good old fashioned campfire sing along and storytelling at Baltimore Woods. Bring a family friendly joke or campfire story and join in the fun! If that’s not enough, top off the fun with a warm gooey s’more! $5 for members, $15/ family; $8 for nonmembers, $25/family. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus; 673-1350; baltimorewoods.org.

Fall Jamboree Come and experience the best of New York state during Ontario Orchards’ 11th Annual Fall Jamboree from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Learn about the farming experience, ride the fields and experience the natural beauty of the farm experience. Ontario Orchards specializes in locally-grown produce, meats, eggs, cheese, apples and fresh-pressed apple cider. Ontario Orchards features 28 varieties of apples, fresh pressed honey-crisp apple cider, concord grape juice, homemade apple pies, caramel and candy apples, indian corn, corn stalks, straw, winter squash, pumpkins, gourds, garlic, mums, grapes, and a wide range of grape juices available by order for homebrewed wine making. For more information, visit OntarioOrchards.com, TasteofCNY.com, on facebook at TasteofCNY by Ontario Orchards or by calling 343-6328.

Lily’s Walk for Answers 10 a.m. Long Branch Park, Liverpool. Walk in memory of Lily Sateriale, who died of Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) on Feb. 16, 2012. All money raised will go to SUDC research. Registration begins at 9 a.m. For more information, visit lilyswalk.org.

Jordan Fall Festival 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pancake breakfast and ecumenical church service kicks off the festivities. Community-wide fundraiser with more than 400 volunteers. Featuring Hayrides on the Canal Towpath, art and craft show, preread book sale, game tent, amusement rides, antique and classic car, bike and truck show, a greased pole climb, live entertainment, food, pumpkin painting and much more.

For more information call 689-9423 or visit JordanNY. com.

18th Annual New York State RV Show 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. New York State’s largest RV Show! Approx. 1,000 vehicles including motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, tent campers, truck campers, conversion vans, park models and much more! New vehicles plus a large selection of pre-owned product. Approx. 20 RV dealers and 40 vendors participating. Two Buildings - The Center of Progress & Horticulture Building plus Chevy Court at the New York State Fairgrounds. For more information visit eastcoastshows.com

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Westcott Street Fair Noon to 6:30 p.m. on Westcott Street. The Westcott Street Cultural Fair is an annual, one-day celebration of the diversity and uniqueness of the Westcott neighborhood through its culture: visual and performing arts, food, service organizations and activities geared to families and Syracuse and LeMoyne students returning to the neighborhood. The fair attracts more than 8,000 people annually to the Westcott Business District in mid-September for a day filled with great sounds, sights, tastes and more. There is no cost. For more information call 703-6848 or visit westcottfair.org.

Nature On Wheels 1:30 p.m., Beaver Lake Nature Center offers a Nature on Wheels tour, featuring the NOWmobile, an electric vehicle that connects visitors with mobility limitations to the fascinating natural areas of Beaver Lake. Each excursion is a 90-minute tour through the center’s diverse habitats.

Accompanied by a naturalist, the NOWmobile will slowly travel the trails, stopping occasionally to take a close look at interesting features of nature. The price is $2.50 per person. Pre-registration required. Beaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park, is located three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. Admission is

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Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market Enjoy this wonderful annual event every Tuesday. Select from local produce, assorted food vendors and more! 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Downtown in Clinton Square, Syracuse. Cost: Free admission; 422-8284.

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Skaneateles Fall Fest Starts at 10 a.m. Local merchants will be having specials, refreshments, and sales all weekend long to welcome in the fall season. Plenty of apple and pumpkin picking, cider, and fritters will be featured. Visit Tim’s Pumpkin Patch or Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards on Route 20 east of Skaneateles. Back this Raise the Green Golf Tournayear are horse and carriage rides

By Erin Wisneski ment around the village for a nominal Walk, Wheel or Wag for the Woods Saturday, Ophelia’s Place presents Raise fee available from noon-4 p.m., Sept. 22. the Green 11 th Annual Nineand scarecrow making for a $10 To celebrate National Senior Center Month, hole Golf Tournament at the donation to the Skaneateles Canton Woods Senior Center will host the third Foxfire Golf Course in VanBuren.

YMCA and Community Center annual Walk for the Woods, a fundraising event that Registration is 3 p.m. with a from 10am to 5pm. You can pick benefits the center. shotgun start at 3:30 p.m. Cost up the horse and carriage rides “This is truly a fun fundraising event promoting is $65 per golfer or $260 for a wellness at any age,” said Ruth Troy, director of Canin front of the Sherwood Inn. You foursome and includes greens ton Woods Senior Center. “Come join the fun.” can make a scarecrow in the park Sponsored by United Health Care, this year’s fees, golf cart, dinner, T-shirt, by the Gazebo. Advance sale tick“Walk” and “Wheel” events (for walkers and pargiveaways, door prizes, a silent ets for the Scarecrow making are ticipants in wheelchairs) step off at 9 a.m. from the auction and raffles. The event available from the Skaneateles senior center, located at 76 Canton St. in the village. is to benefit Ophelia’s Place, a Chamber at 22 Jordan Street, or For those who would prefer some furry companionnon-profit organization prothe Skaneateles YMCA and Comship, the “Wag” event for pets and their owners starts viding support and resources munity Center at 97 State Street. at 9:15 a.m. from the center. for those impacted by eating Early Autumn Paddle To register for the rain or shine event, which has disorders. For more information 4 p.m. Beaver Lake Nature received additional support from McHarrie Place, visit opheliasplace.org or call Center offers the chance to enjoy visit Canton Woods Senior Center. Participants 451-5855. autumn’s glow with a naturalwill receive a Walk for the Woods T-shirt. For more Trail Tales ist on an early evening paddle information, call 638-4536.

Preschool-age children, acaround Beaver Lake. During an companied by an adult, are Early Autumn Paddle, the group invited to gather at Beaver Lake Nature Center for the will beach the canoes briefly to enjoy the sunset while popular Trail Tales program at 1pm. A naturalist reads snacking on cheese, crackers and cider. $22 per person two stories to the children and then leads the group on includes canoe rental. Pre-registration required. Beaver a hike themed to match the stories. This program is free Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park, is located with admission. Beaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. For County Park, is located three miles west of Baldwinsville more information, call the Nature Center at 638-2519 or off of Route 370. Admission is $3 per vehicle. For more visit OnondagaCountyParks.com. information, call the Nature Center at 638-2519 or visit Campfire Cooking 101 OnondagaCountyParks.com.

6:30-8 p.m. Nothing makes an autumn camping trip complete like a hot bed of coals and the smell of cobbler wafting up from the dutch oven. In this delicious Halloween III Weekend program, Tom will help get you started with campfire At Yogi Bear’s Jellysone Park, join Yogi and Boo Boo for cooking – covering a wide range of techniques, giving flashlight pumpkin hunt, pumpkin decorating, wagon away some of his favorite recipes, and a sampling of the rides, costume parade, trick or treating, site decorating tasty results. $7 for members, $20/family; $10 for nonfor prizes and more. Little ones Monster dance party and members, $30/family. Baltimore Woods Nature Center is tour this year’s haunted experience. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone located at 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus; 673-1350; Park is located at 601 County Route 16, Mexico. For more baltimorewoods.org.

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Skaneateles Fall Fest Starts at 10 a.m. Local merchants will be having specials, refreshments, and sales all weekend long to welcome in the fall season. Plenty of apple and pumpkin picking, cider, and fritters will be featured. Visit Tim’s Pumpkin Patch or Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards on Route 20 east of Skaneateles. Back this year are horse and carriage rides around the village for a nominal fee available from noon-4 p.m. You can pick up the horse and carriage rides in front of the Sherwood Inn. You can make a scarecrow in the park by the Gazebo. Advance sale tickets for the Scarecrow making are available from the Skaneateles Chamber at 22 Jordan Street, or the Skaneateles YMCA and Community Center at 97 State St. Big Trucks 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Skaneateles Nursery School. Kids can come and have a real hands on experience and climb aboard big trucks! Dig in the sand pit and have lunch at the Gravel Pit Cafe sponsored by Phoebe’s.

Enjoy music bye DJ D, Twin Magicians, Bounce House and more. Fun for all ages.

Sherwood Inn Fall Fest Noon until 6 p.m. Sherwood Inn in Skaneateles hosts their annual Fall Fest with German food and beverages and great music on the west lawn.

Artist Reception 2-4 p.m. Come to a special Sunday event in the art gallery. Welcome

Sportsman’s Dinner Driver’s Village Conference Center will be the site of the annual Sportsman’s Dinner featuring Tracy Breen, an outdoor author and speaker, who will discuss hunting North American big game on a budget. Sponsored by North Syracuse Baptist Church, the evening also includes dinner, vendors and door prizes. Dinner will be at 6 p.m.; doors open at 4 p.m. Those who plan to attend are invited to bring their wall mounts for display. Tickets are $14

per person. Call 458-0271 to purchase tickets; seats are limited so purchase tickets early. For more information visit NSBConline.org.

Nature On Wheels 1:30 p.m., Beaver Lake Nature Center offers a Nature on Wheels tour, featuring the NOWmobile, an electric vehicle that connects visitors with mobility limitations to the fascinating natural areas of Beaver Lake. Each excursion is a 90-minute tour through the center’s diverse habitats. Accompanied by a naturalist, the NOWmobile will slowly travel the trails, stopping occasionally to take a close look at interesting features of nature. The price is $2.50 per person. Pre-registration required.

Beaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park, is located three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. Admission is $3 per vehicle. For more information, call the Nature Center at 638-2519 or visit OnondagaCountyParks. com.

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EXPLORE CNY events Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market Enjoy this wonderful annual event every Tuesday. Select from local produce, assorted food vendors and more! 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Downtown in Clinton Square, Syracuse. Cost: Free admission; 422-8284.

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Balloons & Bounty Weekend 4 to 10 p.m., Wolf Oak Acres, 6470 Creek Road, Oneida. Includes a balloon glow, balloon rides, fireworks, live bands, flashlight maze, wine, food, arts and crafts, vendors, magic shows and zoo animal exhibits. For more information call 762-3090 or visit balloonsandbounty.com.

First Friday Art Nights 6 to 9 p.m. Visit one of the many galleries throughout the in the beautiful village of Skaneateles. Participating merchants: Gallery 54, (685-5470) 54 E. Genesee; Imagine, (685-6263) 38 E. Genesee St.; Barrow Art Gallery, (685-5135) 49 E. Genesee St; Skaneateles Artisans, (685-8580) 3 Fennell St., lower level; Creekside Books & Coffee (685-0379) 35 Fennell St; Snake Oil Glassworks, (685-5091) 4251 Jordan Rd; Paris Flea, (685-7228) 23 Jordan St.

Includes a balloon glow, balloon rides, fireworks, live bands, flashlight maze, wine, food, arts and crafts, vendors, magic shows and zoo animal exhibits. For more information call 762-3090 or visit balloonsandbounty.com.

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Includes a balloon glow, balloon rides, fireworks, live bands, flashlight maze, wine, food, arts and crafts, vendors, magic shows and zoo animal exhibits. For more information call 762-3090 or visit balloonsandbounty.com.

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Nature On Wheels 1:30 p.m., Beaver Lake Nature Center offers a Nature on Wheels tour, featuring the NOWmobile, an electric vehicle that connects visitors with mobility limitations to the fascinating natural areas of Beaver Lake. Each excursion is a 90-minute tour through the center’s diverse habitats. Accompanied by a naturalist, the NOWmobile will slowly travel the trails, stopping occasionally to take a close look at interesting features of nature. The price is $2.50 per person. Pre-registration required. Beaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park, is located three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. Admission is $3 per vehicle. For more information, call the Nature Center at 638-2519 or visit OnondagaCountyParks.com.

Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market Enjoy this wonderful annual event every Tuesday. Select from local produce, assorted food vendors and more! 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Downtown in Clinton Square, Syracuse. Cost: Free admission; 422-8284.

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Race quickly. By 1950, it was a three-bay operation. Eight years later, Atlantic Richfield built him a complete station. We actually had an auto parts store in the brand new facility. That store would eventually become NAPA Auto Parts, so we’ve been with NAPA since 1955. We would be lost without NAPA.” Hudson is a graduate of SUNY Morrisville where he earned an Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology. Hudson & Mowins is one of the original NAPA AutoCare Centers out of NAPA Syracuse and is serviced by the NAPA store in Baldwinsville.

The Hudsons bought the business from Greg’s father and uncle in 2002.

This year marks their 10th anniversary.

“NAPA is right with us every step of the way,” said Hudson. “It includes the parts they sell to us and the nationwide warranties. I also appreciate all the business software and advertising they supply to us.”

Hudson became an official member of the NAPA KNOW HOW crew at the NAPA hospitality event organized by the NAPA Syracuse distribution center. It was there that he was presented with an official crew shirt

Fall distillery, or stop over for a visit. Call 677-5105 or visit beakandskiff.com for more information.

Critz Farms This Madison County destination features pick-your-own apples, a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay bale maze, wagon rides, maple syrup from trees on the farm, a cider mill, petting zoo with farm animals, gift shop, refreshment stand and picnic area.

Located at 3232 Rippleton Road (Route 13) in Cazenovia, Critz

Creative Expression. There will be music and refreshments. The center is located at 39 Genesee St., Auburn, 252-7016. Admission is free; donations are appreciated.

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‘Jersey Boys’ 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. See the runaway smash-hit, “Jersey Boys.” 7:30 p.m., Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Call 475-7980 or visit jerseyboysinfo.com/tour/.

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Thanksgiving Weekend Come to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park for their annual Thanksgiving Dinner. They’ll roast the turkey and fix the trimmings ($) you bring the desserts to share. Reservations required. Check out the big sales throughout the store. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park is located at 601 County Route 16, Mexico. For more information call 963-7096 or visit jellystonecny.com.

From page 13 from NAPA driver Martin Truex Jr. The highlight of the festivities was when Hudson learned that his name would be on the No. 56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota for the 90-lap road course event.

After hospitality, he and his wife toured the NASCAR Sprint Cup garage area where they explored the garage and pits before eating lunch with the entire Michael Waltrip Racing team. The Hudsons also spent time with car owner Michael Waltrip and Truex before heading off to watch pre-race festivities which included a photo opportunity with both Waltrip and Truex by the No. 56 NAPA Auto Parts Toyota.

“I’ve never considered myself a race fan,” said Hudson. “However, this is awesome. I never expected to see my name on Martin’s race car. It was so cool. I took a picture of it and sent it to everyone I knew. I am a race fan now. I am easily swooned, I guess.”

This season NAPA has hosted its popular Honorary Pit Crew Program at all of the NASCAR Sprint Cup races. The HPCM(s) are chosen based on different criteria determined by the NAPA management from the region that hosts the race.

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Golub’s Our Farm Our Farm, 1590 Peth Road, Manlius, features a petting zoo, kids’ horse rides, a hay ride, pumpkin patch, corn maze and “Boris,” the giant pumpkin throwing catapult. Call 655-8453 or visit fallpumpkinfarm.com.

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Nature On Wheels 1:30 p.m., Beaver Lake Nature Center offers a Nature on Wheels tour, featuring the NOWmobile, an electric vehicle that connects visitors with mobility limitations to the fascinating natural areas of Beaver Lake. Each excursion is a 90-minute tour through the center’s diverse habitats. Accompanied by a naturalist, the NOWmobile will slowly travel the trails, stopping occasionally to take a close look at interesting features of nature. The price is $2.50 per person. Pre-registration required.

Beaver Lake Nature Center is located three miles west of Baldwinsville off of Route 370. Admission is $3 per vehicle.

For more information, call 638-2519 or visit OnondagaCountyParks.com.

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Souper Saturday Weekend Last weekend of the season at Yogi’s Jellystone Park. Pay two-night fee for one site, get second site free for a family of four camping at our park for the first time. Advance prepaid reservation made at least seven days prior to arrival.

Souper Supper on Saturday night – Share a pot of your favorite soup and they’ll provide the crusty bread, dessert and beverage. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park is located at 601 County Route 16, Mexico. For more information call 9637096 or visit jellystonecny.com.

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Anglers steady all the time. Wear a flotation device in case you inadvertently step into a deep hole, trip over a rock or get swept away by a rogue current.

The sun’s glare on the water can prevent you from seeing where you’re stepping. A pair of polarized sunglasses will cut through the glare.

Although sirens followed by announcements warn anglers of rising waters on the Oswego River, and the power company on the Salmon River doesn’t generally release water from the lower dam during the day, streams are extremely sensitive to run-off. Always be aware of the water level before stepping in.

For instance, find an object on the bank – a tree, for example, or a rock – make a mental note on its position relative to the waterline, and keep an eye on it. If the water seems to be rising on it, get out. The same holds true if you feel the water rising on your boots.

Always test the water with one foot first, and never wade in if the current feels too strong; even if there’s someone else already out there. He may be heavier or taller, factors that enhance stability.

Additional suggestions, and a map showing accessible areas of the Oswego River below Varick Dam, are available at www.visitoswegocounty. com (click on fishing and hunting, then fishing reports, and scroll down to the Brookfield Varick Fish Safely brochure).

Oswego County’s streams boast the finest salmon fishing in the country. A little common sense and a whole lot of respect for nature’s awesome power will help ensure your fishing adventure is safe and productive…and that we’ll

tured on the “Generation YouTube” episode of ABC’s 20/20 – is using the tour to continue expanding on their social media interaction with fans. #SNClive will be a multi-platform concert event, with the hashtag giving fans a way to search and categorize content specific to this tour across all social media platforms. 8 p.m., Mulroy Civic Center at Oncenter, 800 S. State St., Syracuse.

Call 435-8000 or visit oncenter.org for more information.

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see you again next year.

For current water conditions on the Salmon River, call Waterline, a national company that offers FlowCast, “an-online system that dam operators and hydroelectric power producers use to report their flow forecasts for publication,” at (800)452-1742 and give the stream’s six-digit code 365123 at the prompt; or online at h20line.com/365123.

To learn more about Oswego County’s world-class streams, go to visitoswegocounty.

com or call the fishing hotline at 800-2484386.

Spider Rybaak is an award-winning outdoor writer who has been published in more than 20 periodicals. He is the author of “Fishing Eastern New York” and “Fishing Western New York” guide books that cover 429 streams and lakes in New York State.

Contact him at srybaak@yahoo.com. Check out his blog at fishingandhuntinginoswego. blogspot.com.

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Fall 2012

Explore CNY

R AIN O SHINE R

66th

Jordan Fall Festival September 21, 22, 23, 2012 • Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Two Hour Delay * Loren and Mark * Car Show * Greased Pole Climb * Hayrides * Art & Crafts * Pumpkin Painting * Parky the Clown * Antique Tractor Show * Merchants Tent * Four on the Floor FRIDAY

11 am-1 pm: Fish Fry Lunch (re-opens @ 5pm for the weekend) 5:00 pm: Festival Grounds Open 5:00 pm-9:00 pm: Tim Burns and Two Hour Delay 9:00 pm: Festival closes until Saturday am

SATURDAY

9:00 am - 6pm: Antique Tractor & Engine Show 10:00 am: Festival Grounds Open Pumpkin Painting Child & Senior Masons Free ID Program 11:00 am - 3pm: Hayrides on the Canal Towpath 11:30 am: Parky the Clown & Friends Youth Soccer Challenge Competition Noon: Chicken BBQ ‘til gone 2:00 pm: JE Marching Eagles 5:00 pm-9:00pm: International Guitar Duo Loren Barrigar and Mark Mazengarb 9:00 pm: Festival grounds close until Sunday am

SUNDAY

8:00 am: Pancake Breakfast ‘til gone Car, Bike n’ Truck Show registration 9:00 am: Ecumenical Church Service 11:00 am: Fesival Grounds Open Kids Greased Pole Cross 12:00 pm: Chicken BBQ ‘til gone J-E Community Band Car, Bike n’ Truck Show 1:00 pm: Greased Pole Climb 3:00 pm: Four on the Floor 4:00 pm: Grand Prize Drawing Car, Bike n’ Truck Show Awards 5:00 pm: Festival closes until 2013!

Alcohol is not served or permitted on festival, village or school grounds.

Schedule subject to change

Home made Donuts & Pies Merchants Tent

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FREE

Admission!

Parking!

Shuttle!

Entertainment!

FREE ID Program for Kids & Seniors Provided by the Jordan Masons

www.JordanNY.com Beaver Street, Jordan, NY 13080

315.689.9423 or 315.730.7498

This is a community wide fundraiser with more than 400 volunteers. All food booths are manned by volunteers. Please thank them!

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