Amazing Things to Do in Hancock, NY 10

#1 FISHING

The East and West branches of the Delaware River meet here creating the main stem of the Delaware River. You can enjoy some of the best trout fishing in the world!

#2 EAGLE WATCH

There are many Eagle nests along the Delaware River and with a little patience and an “Eagle Eye” you’ll be sure to spot one! There is a new eagle viewing area in East Branch (Exit 90, Rt. 17/86)

#3 PADDLE DOWN THE DELAWARE

Paddle down the Delaware! Choose a kayak, raft, paddle board or canoe and discover the peace and serenity that comes from the river.

#4 EAT SOME ICE-CREAM

Nothing says summer like an ice-cream cone! Can’t choose between soft serve or hard ice-cream? Try them all! There are mulitple ice-cream stands in the Hancock area.

#5 GET ON THE GREENS

Nothing says “relax” like a day on the greens. Grab your clubs and enjoy a day on one of the areas beautiful golf courses.

#6 VISIT THE SQUARE

With live entertainment every Saturday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Hancock Town Square is the place to be. Bring a chair and enjoy the show!

#7 GO TO THE MOVIES

Bring the whole family to our two screen cinema, get some popcorn, and watch a first run movie on the big screen!

#8 EXPLORE THE LIBRARY

It’s all happening at the library! Partiicpate in a writer’s group, a book club, a knitting group, a chess group, a puzzle group. Computers available to public.

#9 TAKE A HIKE

Meander through the Robert W Nichol Nature Center or explore the Finger Lakes Trail. Want a little more challenge? Take in the view from atop Jensen Ledges.

#10 DISCOVER THE NATURE CENTER

Experience the flora and fauna on the groomed trails. Enjoy the covered pavilion and picnic area. Explore the sculpture and butterfly gardens. Contact hcef@ hancock.net for rental info.

8251 State Hwy 206

TROUT CREEK, NY 13847

607-865-6207

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4 pm, Sun. by appt. tcsports@pronetisp.net

6186 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA

570.635.5810

Open Sunday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m.– 9 p.m.

It’s dog friendly – so right away I was a fan. Located right across the river in Starlight, Pennsylvania Backwoods Dogs & Beverages is exactly that — a place where you can purchase beer and a world-class hot dog. Oh, and you can bring your own dog too!

The business is brand new though the owners, a trio consisting of siblings Allyson Thurston and Jack Hurley and their dad, Gordon have operated Starlights Fireworks since 2015. They have lots of plans for the future of Backwoods. Right now you can purchase beer, tobacco, vapes as well as snacks and lottery tickets. By summer they will have a wide variety of steamer dogs with all the fixins’.

“We want to keep it strictly hot dogs,” said Allyson. This summer they plan to host some outdoor events. “Kind of like a beer festival, with live music and beer tasting, and some outdoor games like corn hole,” said Allyson. If they don’t carry your favorite beverage, just ask. “If we can order it, we’ll keep it stocked for you,” said Jack.

Down the road, they plan to add large screen TVs and broadcast sporting events.

The large parking area is perfect for side-by-side and trailer parking for people who are riding the local trails or hitting the river for fishing or canoing and kayaking.

6186 HANCOCK HWY, STARLIGHT, PA 18461

845-500-3189

Inside it’s spacious and bright with plenty of seating at the rustic tables handmade by Gordon.

“It’s a place to have a beer and relax,” said Allyson.

~ by Cindy R Ray