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The Rondout Valley. A Destination.

IT ALL HAPPENS IN THE VALLEY.

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EAT. STAY. PLAY. LIVE.

THE RONDOUT VALLEY LET IT DRAW YOU IN

Photo by John Mizel SPRING FARM AT MOHONK PRESERVE

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Something about the way country meets sophisticated here just works really well. You’ll pass hand-painted signs advertising hay and eggs on your way to a gallery opening or a night of cool jazz. The guy at the next coffee shop table or the woman on the next barstool might be a farmer, a teacher, a web designer, a carpenter, or an actor. Weekenders, old-timers, young mommies, and veteran soldiers band together to help neighbors in need or just have a good time. And a lot of smart people have devoted energy and passion to making sure that a visitor here will have a very good time indeed.

GETTING HERE

Getting to Rosendale, the northern gateway to the valley, is no trouble at all without a car. You can take Adirondack Trailways (tickets and info are at the lovely eatery, Market Market, across the street), or take a Metro North train to Poughkeepsie and grab a cab or an Ulster County Area Transit bus across the Mid-Hudson Bridge and into the Rondout Valley.

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Bordered by the slumbering dragon of the Gunks on one side and the wilder Catskills leading off to the sunset on the other, the Rondout Valley has a magic all its own.

ENCOMPASSING ROSENDALE, HIGH FALLS, STONE RIDGE, ACCORD, KERHONKSON, AND ELLENVILLE, its open spaces are a constantly shifting series of painterly beauty, studded with onetime canal towns turned hamlets that blend old-fashioned Americana and cutting-edge awareness.

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1. Accord Speedway 2. Accord Town Park 3. Alpine Endeavors 4. D & H Trail and Museum 5. Kelder’s Farm 6. Lippman Park 7. Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm 8. Mountain Wings Hang Gliding 9. O & W Rail Trail 10. Ritual Ink Tattoo 11. Rondout Golf Club 12. Rosendale Theatre 13. Rosendale Trestle & Rail Trail 14. Sam’s Point Nature Preserve 15. Shadowland Theatre 16. Tongore Park 17. Vernooy Kill State Forest 18. Waterfall in High Falls 19. Wild Earth Camp 20. Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary

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21. Asia Restaurant 22. Big Cheese 23. Cancelliere’s Pizzeria 24. Cherries Deli & Ice Cream Bar 25. The Country Inn 26. Friends & Family II Hillside 27. High Falls Cafe 28. High Falls Kitchenette 29. Hopped Up 30. Ivan’s Restaurant 31. Lekker 32. Lydia’s Cafe & Bar 33. The Publik House 34. The Roost 35. Saunderskill Farms

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36. A & G Custom Furniture 37. Accord Plaza Feeds & Needs 38. Bare Furniture 39. Downtown Accord Antiques 40. The Carpet Store 41. Emmanuel’s Marketplace 42. Emmanuel’s Pet-Agree 43. Field+Barn 44. FRED 45. The Green Cottage 46. Nectar 47. Stone Ridge Wine & Spirits 48. Victoria Gardens

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49. A & M Hardware 50. Jake’s Auto Body 51. Mary Collins Real Estate 52. Prudential Nutshell Realty 53. The Ridge Gym 54. Trailways Bus 55. Ulster Savings Bank 56. Wellness RX 57. Westwood Metes & Bounds 58. Williams Lumber & Home Center

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THE PERFECT VISIT TO THE RONDOUT VALLEY BEGINS WITH FINDING THE PERFECT HOME BASE FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE, and local innkeepers offer a great variety of options. Right on Main Street in Rosendale, you’ll find the boutique hotel ambiance of The 1850 House Inn and Tavern, where you can sleep on fine custom linens, dine on a deck overlooking the Rondout Creek, and rub elbows with smart locals on weekend evenings, hearing tales of “back in the day” when this was the Astoria and rock legends came here to party down.

See the video at visitvortex.com/The_1850_House_Inn__Tavern

At Honor’s Haven Resort & Spa in Ellenville, you can swim either indoors or out, fish or row on the private lake, work out in the fitness center, and follow it up with sauna time and a massage.

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1850 HOUSE RONDOUT VALLEY RESORT CAPTAIN SCHOONMAKER'S B&B

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If you’d like a retreat that’s a bit more cozy, look into Captain Schoonmaker’s B&B in High Falls, located on ten landscaped and wooded acres with its own trout stream.

And they serve up gourmet breakfasts!

In Stone Ridge, lay your head at the Den of Marbletown Teddy Bear Museum and B & B for the unique experience of

staying at an upscale toy store; your host and hostess have organized an entire museum and shop around their passionate love of classic Steiff stuffed animals, and your inner child will be won over by their board game nights and encyclopedic local knowledge.

If you’d like plentiful privacy and the ability to cook some of that fresh local food for yourself, check out the Clove Cottages. Tucked away on a country lane, these 1940s-era classics have been updated for your pleasure. You’ll be lavished with homemade specialty soap and signature granola, and they’ll drop off fresh-baked scones on Sunday morning.

And if you’d rather camp, the Rondout Valley Resort RV Campground has sites for RVs, trailers, and tents, as well as three types of cabins to choose from. It’s a classic American campground with a pool, mini-golf, shuffleboard, basketball and volleyball, and a couple of updated perks, like a fully equipped fitness center and an adult lounge where you can shoot a game of pool or watch the big-screen TV beside the fireplace.

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Another lunch spot is Cherries Deli and Ice Cream Bar in Stone Ridge.

They’ll make your sub fresh and delicious, and their selection of sweet desserts—namely fresh, creamy soft serve—is winning them as many friends as their outstanding service.

Or snatch up a few slices or a whole pizza pie in Kerhonkson at Cancelliere’s Pizzeria; they’ll make it gluten-free if you prefer. Also try their hearty Italian specialties.

Another great choice is The Big Cheese in Rosendale. As your taste buds sing praises to the cheese divinities, you can browse the

In Accord, golfers and non-golfers alike will enjoy the stunning mountain views that come free with every meal at Ivan’s, along with a wide selection of burgers, wraps, club sandwiches (rumor has it Ivan’s makes the best turkey club in the valley), salad platters, and an extensive selection of dinner entrees.

Lots of local eateries enjoy showcasing the area’s broad and deep selection of musical talent. At the High Falls Café, you can enjoy delicious madefrom-scratch meals, including a mouth-watering array of flatbread

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At The Publik House in the Village of Ellenville, you’ll find pub grub with a touch of gourmet flair; all salad dressings are freshly made, and you can get a pesto shrimp wrap or sherry cream sauce on your mashed potatoes.

Their wings are a must!

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At The Roost in Stone Ridge, they’ll whip you up an avocado skillet, biscuits and gravy, or stuffed pancakes with love and aplomb. The atmosphere is cozy, and it bustles with community news and just all-around good energy. Their token green salad accompanies many of their breakfast choices, and their home fries are simply delicious. Their lunch menu is filled with comfort foods

While you are in Stone Ridge, visit Lekker (that’s Dutch for exquisitely delicious), where you can choose to squeeze your own fresh OJ or sip a Bloody Mary with house-made pickled veggies while they build you an amazing omelet or a breakfast taco.

They also serve up gourmet lunches you’ll have to try and then try again.

eclectic selection in their secondhand shop packed with gently used clothes, books, and miscellany. They also sell fresh salads and delicious Mediterranean fare.

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Start your day of adventures with a hearty breakfast that’ll stick to your ribs. At the High Falls Kitchenette, you’ll find comfort food like Grandma used to make—if Grandma had twenty years of New York City restaurant experience and access to fresh, local ingredients.

made fresh to please any palate.

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THERE’S NO BETTER PLACE TO BE HUNGRY THAN THE RONDOUT VALLEY. YOU’RE IN THE EPICENTER OF A FARM-TO-TABLE CULTURE that is at once centuries old and newly reinvented. Whether you want to dine by candlelight to the strains of jazz or at a picnic table outside a deli, somebody is offering it and doing it really well.

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pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches, and then hang out for an open-mic or pro-jam session or maybe even a dance party.

Lydia’s Country Deli Cafe and Bar in Stone Ridge—a cozy and delicious place to eat any time of day or night— kicks it out every other Saturday with barbecued ribs and live jazz. You can taste love in their homemade dishes.

Inn on Route 2 in Krumville, you may find live music, and you’ll definitely find a stone patio with a fire pit overlooking a pond that is the absolute perfect place to have a beer— once you’ve managed to decide among over 500 bottled selections to go with dinner from a beautifully crafted, creative menu.

The Friends and Family II Hillside Restaurant is another place people go to enjoy a varied menu of lovingly prepared offerings, ranging from steak and seafood to burgers and salads, and often a side of live music gets thrown in. You can depend on thier food being amazing every time.

And if your taste buds are calling for something Asian, look no further than Asia Restaurant in Stone Ridge, where you’ll find a warm welcome and a long menu of Chinese, sushi, and Thai dishes. See the making sushi video at visitvortex.com/Asia_Restaurant

Rosendale has been enhanced by the addition of The Garden House 12472, where the people that brought us the beloved Big Cheese have installed a wood-fired pizza oven right in the landscaped garden. They also have put tables on the old-fashioned porch and serve Mediterranean-Arabic fare billed as world comfort food.

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The star of Rosendale nightlife is the Rosendale Cafe, a vegetarian restaurant featuring weekend concerts boasting both local and international musicians from singersongwriters, jazz, blues, world, and experimental. Every other Tuesday they host Singer-Songwriter Tuesdays, a showcase of local musicians.

Or if you’d like a super-sized side order of fun, visit Kelder’s Farm. You can stock up on the makings of a picnic, play a round of mini-golf, and let your kids enjoy the jumping pillow and petting zoo under the benign gaze of Chomsky the Giant Garden Gnome. visitvortex.com/Kelders_Farm

At the Hopped Up Café in High Falls, you can satiate yourself with a Mediterranean platter or some local smoked trout with greens, wash it down with one of the six available craft beers on tap, and then settle in to enjoy the superb sounds of local acoustic bands. At The Country

And be sure to catch a farmers’ market. You can hit the new one at Field + Barn in High Falls on Friday and Sunday afternoons for weekend yummies, or catch Rosendale’s farm market on Sunday, a rich mix of fine local farmers with live entertainment, kids’ educational programs, and bushels of community spirit.

Make your visit complete and go straight to the heart of this whole locavore concept and visit one of the local farms. Saunderskill Farms has a cafe where you’ll find tasty sandwiches, a soup of the day, and ambrosial baked goods. visitvortex.com/Saunderskill_Farm

The patchwork valley is awe-inspiring just from the highways, particularly Route 44/55 from Kerhonkson to Gardiner—but you can easily treat yourself to even more eye candy. Up the hill from Ellenville lies Sam’s Point Nature Preserve, the highest point in the Shawangunks; the views are well worth the short walk, and three rare and distinct habitat communities exist here that you can learn all about at the conservation center.

For a bit more of a scramble with an incredible payoff, park at Mohonk Preserve’s Spring Farm Trailhead in High Falls (come early on weekends) and drink in a stunning view of the Catskills (known to the locals as the million-dollar view) from right near the parking lot.

Then ascend and discover wonders like Bonticou Crag and Table Rock.

Another view not to miss is the panorama of Rosendale laid out along the Rondout beneath the Wallkill Valley Railroad Trestle, with the steeple of St. Peter’s in the foreground.

If you find that these wanderings just whet your appetite for stronger stuff, get to know the folks down at Mountain Wings in Ellenville. They’ll teach you to step right into that view with a hang glider attached.

Or look up the mountaineers of Alpine Endeavors, whose licensed experts will teach you rock climbing and lead you on routes up the cliffs in the Gunks or the Cats that’ll blow your mind. You might want to make sure you’re on the top of your game for either of those, of course. Don’t worry.

You can get your

Pilates, cardio kick, yoga, or spinning fix at The Ridge Gym in Stone Ridge.

If you’d like your kids to experience real communion with these enchanted forests, check out the programming at Wild Earth Camp. Kids learn about the living woods surrounding them, from herbal lore to wild inhabitants, with an ancient sense of reverence blended with a sense of fun.

They have a few programs on the menu for adults and families too. The Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center also has great family-friendly natural history exhibits that feature the Shawangunk Mountains, and educational information about its modern, geothermal building is nicely showcased in an exhibit of its own.

Another great place to get hands-on with a different aspect of nature is the Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary, newly relocated to High Falls, where the way they treat their critters redefines compassion. A visit there will leave you with an entirely new sense of the interconnected beauty of life on earth. Take the tour, hear the animals’ life stories, and get educated about animal rights.

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THE RONDOUT VALLEY IS A SPECTACULAR PLACE TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS, packed with priceless spots you’ll want to return to again and again. The Rondout Creek winds its way through the valley from end to end. You can kayak or fish, and there are spots where folks jump in and splash around—just make sure that you avoid private property. Some places along the Rondout are remarkably easy to get to.

The historic falls of High Falls, beautiful year-round, are especially refreshing on a warm spring day; there’s parking for the falls just off Route 213, and an easy walk will lead you to grand views.

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FOR WALKING AND BIKING on level ground, the valley has kickin’ rail trails.

The Rosendale Trestle mentioned above is part of one; another great one to explore is the O & W Rail Trail to the west, with terrific mountain views.

Biking around the Ashokan Resevoir is also nice and flat, and its breathtaking views from the road make it the perfect place to eagle watch.

If your bliss is a good round of golf, we have options you’re going to love. At the Rondout Golf Club, the public is welcome to play one of the most scenic and most challenging courses in New York State; there’s a well-stocked pro shop and Ivan’s Restaurant, where you can grab a bite to eat. A challenging

WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT NIGHT, YOU ASK? Besides the live music venues mentioned in our discussion of places to eat, that is? It may surprise you to learn that you’re a stone’s throw from not one but two truly outstanding theatres. The Shadowland Theatre in Ellenville, recently renovated into a showplace, offers a full season of both live performances and classic films.

The Rosendale Theatre Collective, run by community volunteers as a nonprofit, offers an eclectic assortment of films and live events you won’t find anywhere else. Both are dripping with history and offer world-class programming at upstate prices; both have helped revitalize their immediate neighborhoods.

Maybe your soul is filled with a thirst for excitement and competition. Fine, we got that. At the Accord Speedway , you’ll find gritty, fearless drivers competing around a quarter-mile oval dirt track two nights a week, cheered on by joyful friends, fans, and family. Bring a scarf or bandana, because those cars make the dirt fly—and be ready for an experience you’ll never forget.

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nine holes can also be found at the Stone Dock Golf Club, nestled deep in High Falls woodlands with views of the Skytop Tower and the Rondout Creek.

Here, too, you’ll find supplies and good eats available at High Falls Café.

By now, you may be wondering just how this area came to be its bodacious, beauteous self. Get educated at the D & H Canal Museum, where you can immerse yourself in life-size models and dioramas of the Canal Age and then take the Five Locks Walk and marvel at the twists and turns of human history. Or check out the Century House Historical Society in Rosendale, where you can find quirky exhibits, learn everything you ever wanted to know about cementrelated history and local geology, and experience the Widow Jane Mine, one of Rosendale’s many caves that’s used on occasion as a singularly nifty event space.

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PARKS are great if you just want a no-fuss, low-impact spot to unwind, picnic, and play. The Rondout Valley is well-supplied with parks where you can do just that and kick a ball around or let the kids swing on a swing.

Lippman Park in Wawarsing, Tongore Park in Marbletown, and the Accord Town Park all offer friendly, well-kept spaces to have that kind of good oldfashioned fun.

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At Nectar in High Falls, you’ll find a rare blend of home décor, art, imported furniture, architectural elements, children’s items, jewelry, tabletop wares, statuary, gifts, and tea. Nectar has something amazing for everyone, all served with a cup of tea as you enter. They also provide interior design services.

The newest star on the horizon of the High Falls retail universe, FRED, opened this winter to rave reviews from the likes of interior designer Hayes Llewellyn, who called it “one of those

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At Downtown Accord Antiques, they go beyond the run-of-the-mill selection into vintage lighting, plumbing, and electrical salvage, a real find if you’re doing some renovations this spring. For stunning results, pair with pieces from Bare Furniture in Accord; they’ve got a comprehensive selection of fine-quality real wood pieces lovingly curated by a family of experts.

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COME FALL IN LOVE WITH A SOUVENIR OF YOUR VISIT. For retro and vintage lovers, there’s a lot to love about the High Falls Sunday Market, where a diverse array of merchants gather to display art, jewelry, collectables, antiques, and probably a thing or two you’ve never seen before in your life.

unique shops that is instantly entrancing.

Entering is like walking into a well-designed kaleidoscope.” FRED is a collection of modern, vintage, new, and charming furnishings curated by interior designers Michael Van Nort and Charles Farruggio. With an emphasis on being approachable and down to earth, they offer decorative objects, artwork, designer pillows, lighting, and furniture, as well as tabletop and entertaining items and glassware—all in a broad price range. Custom furnishings and interior design services are also available.

The Rondout Valley may be justifiably famous for produce and artisanal food creations of all sorts, from sweet corn and peaches to niche items like herbs and exotica, but other beautiful things grow here too. At The Green Cottage in High Falls, you can get a custom-crafted floral arrangement to suit any occasion or “just because.” They have some fine handmade jewelry and unusual gifts to go along with that too. In the mood for something that keeps on growing? Stop in at Victoria Gardens in Rosendale for an amazing selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, and houseplants, and they’ll throw in the know-how you need to keep your new leafy, flowery pals lush and happy. They’ve also got garden art, wind chimes, and all sorts of other gifts. visitvortex.com/ Victoria_Gardens

The Rondout Valley even has an exquisite strip mall. No such thing, you say? That’s because you haven’t been to Emmanuel’s Plaza. From the moment you see the mural on the outside of Emmanuel’s Market, a homey place that hosts art shows and offers a wide selection of bulk and deli foods, you’ll know this is no ordinary strip mall. And pet parents will find top-notch treats, toys, equipment, and guidance at Emmanuel’s Pet-Agree, right next door. The plaza is also where you’ll find Stone Ridge Wine and Spirits, a destination spot for fine wines from far and near. They’ve got the best local libations in their Ulster County wine section, and whatever else you may fancy too. You may find yourself in the mood to get that tattoo you’ve been yearning for, especially as you’re right near the laid-back and yet utterly meticulous wizardry of Ritual Ink. Whether you like it flowery or ferocious, they’ll give you skin art you’ll be proud to wear for the rest of your life.

Pet lovers will also be charmed and amazed by the selection at Accord Plaza Feeds & Needs. Whether your friend is furred, feathered, or scaly, you’ll find the healthiest sustenance here at great prices, along with gourmet specialties like grain-free all natural treats from the Bone Appetit Barkery.

You may even find yourself falling flat-out in love with the Rondout Valley and thinking it would make a great home. It does. Part of the reason is because the kind of endeavors listed above get collaborative support and wisdom from two key organizations: the Rondout Valley Business Association and the Rondout Valley Growers Association, both of whom will be happy to furnish you with local info and guide you to just what you need, and both of whom are advocacy machines for their constituencies and for the future of the valley as a whole.

Another ingredient in the magic spell is supplied by our realtors. A truly great real estate pro listens well to assist you in finding exactly what you need, and we have bunches of those. Give a call to Mary Collins, Prudential Nutshell, or Westwood Metes and Bounds, and let them show you the many and varied possibilities of a Rondout Valley home to call your own. As many have discovered for centuries, there’s no finer place to live. if you’re only visiting . . . welcome, have fun, and come back soon!

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Camping is one of the best ways to connect with nature and let go of the many burdens of our high-tech, high-speed lives.

BEFORE YOU GO

To fully enjoy your experience and for safety’s sake, you should plan ahead and prepare before heading out for any overnight outdoor experience. Make sure you leave adequate time for your excursion, and check the weather beforehand. Leave word with someone as to where you are traveling, and make sure you are tackling a trip within your physical capabilities. If heading far into the woods, bring a map, and know how to read it.

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The outdoors offers fresh air, wildlife, abundant trails, backcountry lean-tos, and truly breathtaking vistas. It’s healthy to head into the woods for some good ol’ nature’s medicine and let mother nature heal your mind and soul for a night or two. Once you take care of the basics of shelter, food, and water, it’s just you and the stars (and maybe a few friends, a guitar, and a pint or two of whiskey).

But before you head out into the night with your sleeping bag in your backpack and tent under your arm, there are a few things you should consider for a more enjoyable trip.

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PLACES TO CAMP There's a plethora of camping spots throughout the Hudson Valley to suit your interests and skill level. YOU CAN CAMP NEAR LAKES, MOUNTAINS, OR CAVES. You can go near your car with lots of families or head to remote areas miles into the woods. Here are some spots that are not too remote and might be a nice start for beginner campers.

1 North-South Lake in Haines Falls is the most 3 popular and largest state campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve. It offers historical sites and great beauty, such as Alligator Rock, Kaaterskill Falls, Artist’s Rock, Sunset Rock, Newman’s Ledge, Boulder Rock, and the Kaaterskill Hotel and Laurel House sites. There are numerous hiking trails; 219 tent and trailer sites; two lakes; picnic areas with tables and fireplaces or charcoal grills; flush toilets; hot showers; and rowboat, canoe, kayak, and paddle boat rentals.

2 Peekamoose Valley Campground (County Road

Route #42 in the Town of Denning) in Sundown Wild Forest is a pretty but rustic camping area with no vehicle access to most campsites, no running water, and just a few porta-potty toilets. Camping is limited only to designated campsites marked with the camping symbol. Mountains, waterfalls, and rivers make for great hiking, fishing, and swimming in the area. The nearby Red Hill Fire Tower is worth the trek and provides incredibly scenic views of the Catskills.

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Woodland Valley Campground in Phoenicia is at the base of Slide Mountain, the Catskills' tallest peak. It offers 70 trailer and tent sites and access to many trailheads to get you to the top of the mountains, as well as basic amenities and fishing in Woodland Valley Stream.

4 Rondout Valley Resort and Campground

located in Accord offers both creek-front tent sites and more luxurious cabins. The amenities—heated pool, mini-golf, convenience store, adult lounge, and much more—make this destination desirable for all types of campers. Bicycle rentals are available for exploring the area, and it is only a short drive to Lake Minnewaska State Park and the Mohonk Preserve.

5 Kenneth Wilson State Park in Mount Tremper,

just five miles south of Woodstock, is a gorgeous spot with 76 campsites surrounded by panoramic views. There is a lake and boat rentals at this park also. The campsites are large and secluded with a lot of woods. It also has picnic areas and flush toilets and showers.

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especially great place to camp for first-time campers.

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Gunks Campground is brand new and slated to open this spring. Now run by the American Alpine Club, it replaces the mutli-use area that was previously available for camping. Located on the south side of Route 299 in Gardiner, it’s within walking distance to the Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center (and the Mountain Brauhaus for delicious food and beer). Located on 50 acres, campers will have 50 campsites to choose from—many more than the nine campsites available at the former multiuse area. Campground amenities include a central gathering and cooking area, bathhouse facilities, and indoor space for campers to hang out during rainy weather.

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ESSENTIALS TO BRING Being prepared is half the work when camping. Besides your tent, make sure to bring these essentials to have a safe and frustration-free experience: HEADLAMP A headlamp allows you to be more active in the dark than a traditional flashlight for things like late night cooking or lastminute tent adjustments. Go handsfree!

LEAN-TO SITES As you gain experience, you can use the latest New York/New Jersey Trail Conference maps to look for lean-tos to stay in off of the main trails. Lean-to sites usually come with designated fire pits and a privy. These threesided shelters also often have other perks, like extra wood, tools, grates, or a hiker’s journal— and you can hike without having to carry your tent!

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MESS KIT & CAMP STOVE A mess kit and camp stove can be found at camp stores like Kenco. Mess kits contain pans that double as plates and pots that double as bowls and other necessary utensils. This little kitchen in a bag will come in handy at every meal. The camp stove will work on a flat surface to blast heat for cooking with pots and pans, allowing you to make everything from sauces to eggs!

WATER PURIFIER Found at any camping store, this lightweight gadget is important when you are going overnight away from your car. It will enable you to pump pure water into your drinking bottles from the nearest stream or river. Also, plan to bring some fresh water with you. If car camping, you can just load up with a few gallons of water for everyone.

FOLDING SAW A lightweight folding saw will come in handy when cutting small- to mediumsized logs for your campfire. You’ll need a lot of wood if you want to keep the fire going all night, so be sure to bring a friend to help with the hard work. It is important to note that it is not legal to cut live trees, and that in some places you are not even allowed to collect dead wood. For car camping, it is best to purchase wood at the Ranger’s fee station or just outside the campground.

Because of the risk of invasive insects, it is illegal in New York to transport untreated firewood more than 50 miles.

leaf or some moss, as long as you know it's not poisonous. Wag bags or something similar are also now recommended for backcountry visitors.

The use of these devices is becoming more common and goes a long way in reducing our significant impact on heavily used areas. If not using wag bags, consider carrying a small plastic trowel to dig a “cat hole” for poo. The hole should be nine-inches deep and toilet paper should mostly be burned before being swept into the hole (with your poo) and buried. TP used for pee ought to be placed in a ziplock bag and carried out.

UTILITY KNIFE This is the perfect camping tool. It’ll cut your food for eating, it’ll whittle your sticks for hot dogs, it’ll be a wine opener or scissors or even a toothpick.

You never know what amazing solutions one of these little knives will have to your far-from-home woes.

FIRST-AID KIT Keep the essentials, like Band-aids, first aid ointments and tapes, and antiseptic cleaners, on hand for any cuts out in the nature that need cleansing and protection.

TOILET PAPER This comes in really handy, but if you forget some . . . look for a nice broad

LIGHTER AND MATCHES Bring a plastic bag with a lighter and matches in it to make sure they stay dry in bad weather. These will be extremely helpful when starting your fire!

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There are several factors that make for a comfortable and convenient camping site.

Before laying your bag down for the night, know that the backcountry visitors staying above 1500 feet must camp in established tent sites or lean-tos. Ideally, your campsite will also not be too far from water—or too close. DEC regulations require that camping is AT LEAST 150 FEET AWAY FROM WATER, trails or roads.

Accessible water is crucial because you will need to purify water and refill your drinking bottles, boil water for cooking, and use water to wash your dirty dishes. Never throw the dirty dishwater back into the source; any food or waste should be disposed away from the water to make sure to not contaminate it. If you are staying a few nights, water also helps keep your body clean, and, if it is hot, you can swim in it!

So, being near water is good.

Also, shade is ideal. Tents can really capture the sun’s heat. It’s pretty uncomfortable to wake up in a pool of your own sweat with the sun beating down on you at 7am.

You will also want to find an area that is clear of twigs, rocks, and debris that may make sleeping uncomfortable. And make sure to put your tent far enough from the fire that it doesn’t risk any stray ashes landing on it and burning a hole (or worse, burning you!). Pine trees make for good spots to sleep beneath, as they are nice and shady with a soft bed of needles.

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FIRE-MAKING TIPS Bring a small bag with dryer fluff or newspaper to help you start your fire easier. GATHER MANY STICKS OF DIFFERENT SIZES—small twigs, branches, and medium to large logs. Dry, dead branches will burn best. If it was raining recently, then get creative, and look under overhangs or peel wet bark off small twigs that are dry on one side.

MAKE A TEEPEE OF STICKS OVER YOUR STARTER MATERIAL (newspaper or dryer lint).

Begin the teepee with your smallest kindling on the inside, and then create another layer with slightly larger sticks, and continue with even larger sticks. Kindling used to make your teepee should not contain any wood that is fatter than your thumb. Leave a little opening to insert your lighter, and ignite the paper.

Once the paper is lit and the teepee is burning, you can SLOWLY ADD LARGER PIECES. As a good bed of coal is formed, BEGIN TO ADD LOGS. Be responsible, and don’t make the fire any larger than you need it to be. Also, make sure it is 100% OUT BEFORE LEAVING. You can put it out with water, snow, sand, or by pulling it apart and letting it burn out. Make sure it is cool to the touch before leaving, as it can smolder underground in organic material or roots and cause a forest fire. The DEC allows use of established fire pits only. You could also avoid the impact all together and simply use a small backpacking stove.

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CHOOSING YOUR TENT SITE

When packing food for camping, plan out each meal, and think about dry foods, like instant oatmeal (since it’s light and compact). Also, don’t forget high-energy snacks, like GORP (good ole’ raisins and peanuts).

Food truly does taste better when you are camping. Maybe it is the hard work that goes into preparing to camp and eat in the woods; maybe it is the simplicity of camping food ingredients; or maybe it is the taste of nature and the fire that gets into the food. Whatever it is, it’s good.

ROASTED GARLIC AND POTATOES are a super side to any camping dish. All you have to do is stick the potato and garlic right into the coals, rotate them every few minutes, and then smash them together for a hearty, healthy, smoky treat.

DRIED TEA AND DRIED SOUP packets are great for warming you up if the night gets cool. And they are very light for carrying to a site and extremely simple. Just add water, heat, and enjoy!

HANGING YOUR BEAR BAG

S’MORES. There is a reason that some things become tradition . . . s’mores are just perfect to eat next to a campfire. Just lay your graham cracker with a square of chocolate (I prefer dark chocolate with almonds) on a stone near the fire while you roast your marshmallow on a stick that you’ve carved into a point. Once your marshmallow is ready, slide it onto your graham cracker (which now has slightly melted chocolate), using another graham cracker as a spatula to situate it properly and to top the dessert sandwich. Just be warned, you’ll want to lick all of that sweetness off of your fingers so nearby animals aren’t tempted!

We live and play in a wilderness that we know we share with black bears. They are typically not going to hurt you or want to go near you, but if they are hungry and smell food, you are at risk. THAT IS WHY YOU SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE A BEAR-PROOF SPOT FOR YOUR FOOD and smelly toiletries that may attract this big mammal at night while you are sleeping. If car camping, you can put your food and toiletries in a locked car. But if in the backcountry, you’ll need to get your food and toiletries up in a bag suspended between trees.

Put all of your fragrant things into backpacks or cinch sacks (or purchase a bear canister or “ursa sack”) and grab your 100-foot long rope. Head about 50 feet from the campsite and look for a horizontal branch that is at least 15 feet from the ground. Look for a fist-sized rock to attach to one end of the rope. Throw the rock over the branch, pulling the string halfway over. Use the rock-free end of the rope to attach the food bags. Pull the end with the rock until the food rises. The bag should be at least ten feet high

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FLATBREAD PIZZA is one of my simple favorites by the fire. You can use your favorite pita and some tomato paste (since it is more concentrated, it will be smaller and lighter to carry), a ball of mozzarella, some fresh basil, and whatever toppings you like. Lay the pita on a grate, and add some of the sauce, cheese, and toppings spread on top of it. Put it over a low flame. Rotate it while it cooks, and when the cheese melt . . . enjoy the smoked flatbread pizza.

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and about four feet from the tree trunk (since bears can climb). Then tie it to a tree trunk for security overnight. In the morning, you’ll be excited to search for your bag and release it back to the ground for breakfast.

LEAVE NO TRACE It is extremely important that we work together to respect our natural parks and to make an effort to have a minimal impact on plant and animal life as we hike, eat, camp, and recreate. Always pack out what you pack in, and leave plants, rocks, and other natural objects in the forest. And, for your safety and the animals’ sake, never follow, approach, or feed wildlife—only observe wildlife from a distance.

The Hudson Valley is truly graced by natural beauty. We are fortunate to get to divert time from our busy lives to connect with our surroundings, to feel the earth beneath our feet, and smell the forest and warm breeze.

Nature can renew your soul, rouse your creativity, and provide a shift in perspective. Get out there and explore! There is so much to see and discover! From phenomenal camp sites that you want to call home to rolling waterfalls that land in pristine pools of water, you’ll find yourself bringing friends to share the experiences because they are so very spectacular.

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Is your dog hyper? Well, he could probably use some exercise.

Is your dog a little on the plump side? Well, he could probably use some exercise. Is your dog prone to anxiety? You get the idea here. Dogs need to run around a bit—it's their natural

"An abundance of activities are waiting for you and your canine friend to explore right in our own backyard. Go get 'em!"

AWOSTING FALLS | PHOTO: KAILI WILLOWS

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instinct—and so do you if you want to stay healthy.

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MOHONK PRESERVE Mohonk Preserve’s 8,000-plus acres are a playground for you

If you are looking for something a bit more strenuous, take Cedar Drive

and your dog. Just make sure you respect the Preserve’s rules

to Cedar Trail (red-blazed) to the NORTHEAST TRAIL (blue-blazed),

by keeping your dog on a handheld leash at all times. Slightly

and do a nice loop down to Clearwater and then Farm Road, which will

less traveled are the trails beginning at the SPRING FARM

bring you back to the parking area. At the junction of the Northeast Trail

TRAILHEAD on Upper 27 Knolls Road in High Falls, which is

and Clearwater, look for the small pool of water for Fido to have a quick

clearly marked and just down the hill from the entrance to

frolic and a roll, though he will probably find it before you do. When you

Mohonk Mountain House. Those who venture to this trailhead

pay the day-use fee, you can ask for a map to help guide your way.

often scramble up to the top of Bonticou—which is not where you want to go with your canine friend—so stay clear of the rock scramble, and you hopefully won’t see too many people.

Watch our Mohonk Preserve video: visitvortex.com/Mohonk_Preserve

The SKI LOOP is a nice, shady, easy walk, and

"a creek parallels the trail, so your dog can get a cold drink."

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MOHONK SPRING FARM | PHOTO: JOHN MIZEL

also has lovely trails for you to

(blue-blazed), and if you turn left

explore. The park can get super

here and walk uphill, it leads to

crowded on the weekends, so

a nice view of the valley.

again, stick to less traveled trails— and be on the lookout for trails with shade and water. If you park in the Lower Awosting Lot, head out on the carriage road. There’s a spidery network of social paths that head off into the woods on the left of the

The network of trails is quite intricate, so get a trail map and create a loop for yourself or turn around at your leisure.

carriage road that lead to MOSSY GLEN TRAIL (yellow-blazed),

Despite the crowds at the park, you

which parallels the Peterskill. You’ll

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eventually cross a bridge and walk

you avoid both Lake Minnewaska

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filled path along the creek. Just

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the many tree roots that jut out

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of the ground. The trail eventually

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intersects with BLUEBERRY RUN

MINNEWASKA STATE PARK | PHOTO: CLINDSEY BAUER @lindseybauer7

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VERNOOY KILL FALLS | PHOTO: JESSICA TABORA

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VERNOOY KILL FALLS

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Each year, it seems as if more miles are added onto the HUDSON VALLEY RAIL TRAIL, so go check out what’s new nearest your home. Pick a leg, such as New Paltz to Gardiner, and make a day of it. The VISITvortex map of the trails can get you started at visitvortex.com/magazine/HudsonValley-Rail-Trail. And if you haven’t already checked out the train trestle in Rosendale, do so this spring season. It’s quite spectacular, and you can even get a bite to eat right on the trail about a mile south of the trestle at Rail Trail Café, a destination open Friday night through Sunday (weather dependent) for two-legged and four-legged friends. Yum.

RAIL TRAIL | PHOTO: LINDSEY BAUER

Another favorite place for walking in the spring is the path to VERNOOY KILL FALLS on state forestland.

Springtime is perfect for this hike because you’ll beat the summertime bugs that seem to thrive here. The parking area can be found on Upper Cherrytown Road in Kerhonkson. Take Route 3 (Samsonville Road) off of Route 209 (1.5 miles north of the junction of 209 and Route 44/55). Go 1.3 miles, and turn left onto Cherrytown Road. Go 3.6 miles to Upper Cherrytown, and follow it for 3.2 miles to a DEC parking lot on the right. About a 1/4 mile from the trailhead, you will cross a bridge, where you should encourage your dog to take a drink because there won’t be any more water until you reach the falls.

The trail consists of two miles up a gradual path that leads to three stunning pools of water with flat bluestone ledges just calling to you to picnic on. The water in the pools is freezing cold, but Fido won’t mind. It’s refreshing and calming and a great place to head out to avoid the crowds.

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Don’t have a dog? Many of the area shelters are in desperate need of dog walkers. Volunteer to do the job, and both you and the dog will get a bit of exercise. Who knows, you may have such a good time that you decide to adopt one of your own.

For a sneak preview of Rosendale Trestle see our video at visitvortex.com/Rosendale_Trestle_and_Rail_Trail

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WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON If you are more of a city mouse, then head to Walkway Over the

You’ll see every type of dog imaginable, from unwieldy and excitable

Hudson for your daily walk. Park off Haviland Road in Highland or

Labs to dainty and refined poodles and everything in between.

Parker Avenue in Poughkeepsie, leash your pet, grab some plastic

If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a cat on walk—

shopping bags to pick up dog poo, and you’re off.

leashed, of course. The total distance across the bridge is just over a mile, making it the longest pedestrian bridge in the world. There

This bridge might very well be the best and most scenic place to people and dog watch in the area.

are benches to take a seat and enjoy the view, but bring a bit of water because no shade exists at all. However, the spring breeze on

WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON PHOTO: SHINYA SUZUKI

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WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON PHOTO: GLENN KRAEK

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a warm day is almost always heavenly.

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DOG PARKS IN THE VALLEY

Folks in New Paltz worked hard to organize the NEW PALTZ DOG PARK on Libertyville Road near the fairgrounds, so this two-acre park is fairly new to the dog park scene.

SEE SPOT RUN DOG PARK AT OVERLOOK PARK at the junction of Route 55 and Overlook Road in Poughkeepsie is located on an island in the middle of a pond.

Just south of Poughkeepse in Wappingers Falls, you can visit BOWDOIN PARK at 85 Sheafe Road. Set on 300 acres on the banks of the Hudson River, this park even has a water spray area for kids and Fido to get a quick little shower. Though Bowdoin is technically not a dog park, it is pet-friendly and its rules allow leashed Fido to walk its four miles of trails and two boardwalks.

IF SOCIALIZING IS MORE YOUR STYLE, THEN YOU MIGHT WANT TO CHECK OUT SOME HUDSON VALLEY DOG PARKS.

WOODSTOCK, BEACON, AND FISHKILL also have dog parks, and more information and directions can easily be found online.

KINGSTON POINT DOG PARK, located at 102 Delaware Avenue and just a short distance from the mighty Hudson, has an area for both small dogs (under 30 pounds) and large dogs.

Most dog parks have a double-gate entry system, where you enter one small-enclosed area and take off your dog’s leash, and then you and your dog enter the larger dog park, leash-free. While not much exercise for humans, dog parks can be a great place to teach your furry one how to behave around people and other dogs. Puppies and young dogs especially benefit from socializing with their canine cousins, learning their place in the greater pack and running off leash.

If you’re heading to the Catskills with Fido and need a place to stay, consider the Emerson Resort at 5340 Route 28 in Mount Trempor, and take advantage of its CATAMOUNT DOG PARK, where your dog can run free, grab a doggy shower, and access fresh running water.

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MEET THE OWNERS

WHAT’S COOKING AT PEEKAMOOSE?

by Anne Pyburn-Craig

it’s hard to imagine a lovelier forty-five minutes of driving than the ride up Route 28 from Kingston to Big Indian. Civilization and traffic fall away as you slip away into the landscape that has inspired a hundred Hudson River School masterpieces. It’s worth the drive just for the drive itself, but up past where the forests deepen and the high peaks take over, you can get both gorgeous scenery and Manhattan-quality cuisine at Peekamoose restaurant.

"WE WERE INVESTING IN OUR LIFELONG DREAMS. IT WAS A WONDERFULLY HAPPY TIME.”

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“We bought this old farmhouse that had been Rudi's Big Indian Country Kitchen in 2003,” recalls co-owner Marybeth Mills. “I recall more than one time when, if we saved $35, we'd have to decide whether to buy food or a can of Benjamin Moore paint. We spent as much time as we could staining, painting, and cleaning; we were completely broke but investing in our lifelong dreams. It was a wonderfully happy time.

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whimsical taxidermy, and the uniquely crafted wall treatments, you know that this is not your typical restaurant.” Shawn Patrick Anderson, a friend who owns ACME Studios in Brooklyn, created that chic, country vibe. He has a wonderful sense of whimsy and fun.”

Whimsy and fun make a stellar setting for a menu full of gems. “One of our farmers has a sign on the wall that says ‘Eat with the Season,’ and that’s how our menu is developed. We are proud of the care that goes into the buying, the preparing, and the serving of our product. The food is truly farm-to-table. We know our famers. We know their children's names. There was one time that we couldn't get pork for our menu because our farmer couldn't catch the pig.”

Marybeth and Devin’s joy has radiated. Peekamoose is known for its inspired and well-executed pairing of favorite-blue-jeans coziness with gastronomic chic, well-seasoned with quirk and served with a generous portion of tenderness by predestined, passionate restaurateurs. “Devin and I both grew up in large Irish families. Dinners at restaurants were extremely rare for us, a special treat. When I was eight years old, I’d play ‘restaurant,’ force my parents to wait to be seated in their own kitchen, hand them menus, and take their orders. The night Devin and I met back in 1997, we stayed up most of the night talking about how we’d always known what we wanted to do for a living.”

Marybeth no longer has to force anyone to wait for anything. The smart ones make reservations on weekends, and eating in the bar, with its craft brews and fine wines, is as lovely an experience as eating in the artfully rustic dining room or on the deck in summertime. “The building doesn't feel like other restaurants,” she says. “From the moment you walk in and see the artwork, the

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“ONE OF OUR FARMERS HAS A SIGN ON THE WALL THAT SAYS ‘EAT WITH THE SEASON,’ AND THAT’S HOW OUR MENU IS DEVELOPED."

It’s that lack of pretense that has made Peekamoose a decade-long chart-topping hit in a challenging, if stunning, location. Devin and Marybeth keep a finger on the pulse of their clientele’s needs and aren’t afraid to switch things up to meet them. “In the early years, we noticed a dangerous trend happening,” says Marybeth. “I'd look over the reservation book and see ‘birthday’ or ‘anniversary’ being written next to all of our weekend reservations. We’re flattered to be a part of such celebrations, but we didn't want to become a ‘special occasions only’ restaurant."

“We needed to modify our offerings so people would come to our place just because they didn't feel like cooking at home, so Devin and I sat down and began to develop our Tap Room menu. We added a fabulous burger, one that was true to our commitment to sustainable farming, with grass-fed beef from Slope Farm, tomato & balsamic onion jam, watercress, and a house-made brioche bun. Then, we added our now-famous beer-battered Vidalia onion rings. Devin began making his own pastrami. Soon, the Tap Room began to fill up as much as the main dining room.”

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“FROM THE MOMENT YOU WALK IN AND SEE THE ARTWORK, THE WHIMSICAL TAXIDERMY, AND THE UNIQUELY CRAFTED WALL TREATMENTS, YOU KNOW THAT THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL RESTAURANT.”

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And it’s safe to say that the bounty of the Catskills has never found itself in finer hands. Both manager Marybeth and chef Devin were already rising stars when they joined forces to create their magnum opus. “We’re fortunate to have worked with some of the top names in the business,” Marybeth recalls. “Devin worked at the Gramercy Tavern and the Michelin-rated Le Bernadin. I honed my managerial skills at the Hudson River Club, Picholine, Remi, Mirezi, and the Atlantic Grill. We both studied culinary arts—Devin at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park and I at L'Ecole Hoteliere in Lausanne, Switzerland after I got my degree in hospitality management at Boston University. All of our foods are prepared here, on site, with passion and integrity, from freshly butchered whole animals that are broken down in-house to house-made breads and ice creams that are spun fresh daily. We despise pretense, so things aren’t plated with micro garnishes arranged with tweezers.”

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“WE MAKE SURE OUR GUESTS GET TO TAKE IN A LITTLE BIT OF OUR MOUNTAIN LIFESTYLE.”

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Part of the evolution also involves a catering service. “We didn't want to book weddings on peak weekends and close our doors to our growing and loyal clientele, but there was such a huge demand that we could no longer ignore the market. We developed our off-site catering to be able to accomplish both. We’re truly honored when a couple allows us to be part of their most special day.”

And the Peekamoose team loves to throw pig roasts. “We use an English heritage breed called Tamwort that’s largely ignored by the agribusiness model because it's a slow-growing variety, which gives it wonderful flavor, wellmarbled throughout. I like to think that this was the type of animal that Mark Twain would have enjoyed before our food system changed into more of a factory production line. “Not only are we creating a fun event centered around

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something as primal as roasting a whole animal, but also we add terrific side dish accompaniments and tasty locally crafted beers. We like to go full circle and take care of our community as a whole, so we take the leftover parts and create stews, soups, and pasta dishes, and we donate them to local food pantries. Nothing is wasted.”

"WE LIKE TO GO FULL CIRCLE AND TAKE CARE OF OUR COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE."

Marybeth and Devin say, “We really are living our childhood dreams come true here. When you’re having fun, so are we.” Boredom just simply doesn’t exist for Marybeth and Devin at Peekamoose, who strive to provide their customers a great experience that is consistent but also constantly evolving to be even better than their last visit. Put Peekamoose on your “to-do” list this spring, and see for yourself all that Peekamoose offers.

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The couple is having the time of their lives, and it shows. “We make sure our guests get to take in a little bit of our mountain lifestyle,” Marybeth says.

“We have an indoor tree house playroom for kids; we don't feel that families should be limited to pizza or nuggets at some chain restaurant, nor do we feel that fine dining can't mean family-friendly. We have a nightly bonfire with marshmallows and sticks for roasting. We love seeing a family sitting down together, sharing the stories of their day. There's just something so timelessly wonderful about seeing a Dad teach his daughter the ‘rotisserie method’ of roasting a marshmallow.”

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In Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra, Cleopatra refers to her “salad days,” saying she was “green in judgment, cold in blood.” Green and cold are no longer the whole story, and naiveté has nothing to do with it.

Salad is all grown up.

It used to be the case that most eateries offered only one or two salad choices. You knew what you’d be getting: iceberg lettuce, standardissue tomatoes, cucumber slices, and maybe some carrot shreds or red onions. A “chef’s salad” basically meant all of the above festooned with 74

strips of meat, hard-boiled egg chunks, and maybe some bacon bits tossed around.

But those days are long gone. Creative chefs have re-imagined salad in virtually endless ways, using a vast range of ingredients and culinary daring. And in the Hudson Valley, the odds are good that a lot of ingredients will be fresh from the farm.

HERE’S WHERE YOU’LL FIND CREATIONS FEATURING YOUR FAVORITE INGREDIENTS AND CUISINES.

PUCCINI in Rhinebeck offers Insalata Arcaboleno, a blend of arugula, radicchio, fennel, and endive.

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THE ART OF ARUGULA

JAR'D in New Paltz offers its arugula on flatbread with shaved manchego, lightly dressed with olive oil dressing.

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THE TAPPEN in Kingston makes a salad of shaved artichoke and asiago on a bed of dressed arugula. visitvortex.com

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TERRAPIN in Rhinebeck serves a baby arugula salad with goat cheese wontons, roasted red and yellow bell peppers, and sesame vinaigrette.

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THE HOP

BEAUTEOUS BEETS HENRY’S at the Farm in Milton is the home of the arugula beet trio: candy cane, golden, and red beets, served with goat cheese and cider vinaigrette.

COUNTRY INN in Krumville lovingly prepares a spinach salad with warm beets, shallots, and Dijon fennel vinaigrette.

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HIGH FALLS CAFÉ offers a B & B salad: spinach tossed in house-made strawberry vinaigrette with walnuts, beets, and blue cheese crumbles.

THE HOP in Beacon makes a beet and goat cheese salad, blending roasted red and golden beets with cayenne spiced walnuts, kunik, frisee, raisins, apple butter, Meyer lemon, and saison vinaigrette.

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HIGH FALLS CAFÉ

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KREATIVE KALE, RIGHTEOUS ROMAINE YUM YUM in Woodstock and

a chopped salad with romaine,

Kingston makes raw massaged kale

tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and

salad with tamari roasted almonds

goat cheese, and herb vinaigrette.

and sesame dressing.

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FRIDA’S BAKERY & CAFE in Milton

in Kingston has a light and simple crisp

serves a classic kale Caesar salad with

raw kale salad.

Parmesan and croutons.

HICKORY BBQ

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FRIDA’S

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FRUITS AND NUTS BACCHUS in New Paltz serves a mesclun-

FRIENDS & FAMILY in Accord serves

from Sherman Hill Farmstead, toasted

endive salad with apples, blue cheese,

chop chop salad, a mix of freshly diced fruits

pistachios, and peaches from Heller Farm.

candied walnuts, and honey-mustard

and veggies, marinated in house vinaigrette

hazelnut vinaigrette.

and served atop spring mixed greens.

PUBLIK HOUSE in Ellenville has a

CAFE MIO in Gardiner makes an apple,

LUCKY CHOCOLATES in Saugerties

your choice of dressing.

walnut, and gorgonzola salad with mesclun.

makes a spring salad with chicken,

COMMUNE SALOON in Woodstock has a watercress and taleggio salad with apples, pecans, and honeycomb.

pomegranate, and artichoke hearts, served

TAVERN 214 in Phoenicia offers a salad

with grain-free bread and cashew cheese.

of baby arugula, spinach, and local

PEEKAMOOSE combines arugula

pecans, local pears, and Dijon champagne

from RSK Farm, red onion, goat cheese

vinaigrette.

COMMUNE SALOON

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chopped salad with craisins, walnuts, and

goat cheese, featuring shallots, candied

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DUO

SPRING GREEN SWEETNESS CANCELLIERE'S in Kerhonkson has a spring salad with fresh avocado, tomatoes, celery, olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette.

DUO in Kingston serves a spring salad featuring spring greens, pea tendrils, strawberries (in season), Parmesan crisps, and a wild chive pesto dressing.

LEKKER in Stone Ridge offers a spring salad made with pickled asparagus and red cabbage, served on a bed of spring mix and

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topped with lemon zest.

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PROVISIONS

HIGH FALLS KITCHENETTE offers a wheatberry and couscous

ORIOLE9 in Woodstock, offers a red quinoa salad accented with toasted walnuts, cranberries, caramelized butternut squash, and balsamic dressing.

PROVISIONS in Woodstock creates a beautiful farro salad, with barely wilted chard, feta, and shallots in a lemon vinaigrette.Â

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salad with mandarin orange and citrus vinaigrette.

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MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEYS

ASIAN DELIGHTS

BISTRO TO GO in Kingston makes their medi salad from mixed

ASIA RESTAURANT in Stone Ridge makes a Thai-style house

greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, chickpeas, onion, and black olives, topped with vinaigrette..

LYDIA'S COUNTRY DELI in Stone Ridge serves a

salad of lemongrass and crushed peanuts with lime juice dressing.

OSAKA SUSHI in Rhinebeck offers a tuna sashimi salad with house pontsu sauce.

classic Greek salad: lettuce, sliced onion, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, cucumbers, and feta cheese.

POPPY’S

MAIN COURSE in New Paltz will fix you a North African mezze plate: zaatar smoked tofu, hummus, zalouk, and tabouli.

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DOMINICK’S in Kingston tops off a salad

SPORTSMAN’S ALAMO CANTINA in

radishes, pea sprouts. radish sprouts, and

of romaine lettuce, red cabbage, celery

Phoenicia serves tofu pomegranate salad:

a lemon pickled-mustard seed vinaigrette.

and carrots with house-made beet salad,

roasted peanut encrusted in tofu and deep-

broccoli slaw, and a turkey burger.

fried, served over spring mixed greens

mixed greens with brined and smoked

pomegranate dressing.

turkey leg, asparagus tips, New York

THE CHEESE BARREL makes a chicken

cheddar cheese, toasted organic walnuts,

salad platter served on a bed of lettuce

and whole grain Dijon vinaigrette, topped

with coleslaw, tomatoes, onions, sliced

with an egg.

cucumbers and zucchini, black olives,

IVAN’S in Accord makes a classic chef’s

THE PHOENICIAN offers a blue cheese

turkey with Swiss cheese.

and walnut salad with grilled chicken and

fennel and apple, pickled beets, radish, and horseradish.

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garlic bread.

up seasonal greens with rice and beans,

FROGMORE in Kingston serves a

croutons, goat cheese, and nuts, topped

peppery radish salad with country ham,

off with a 1/4 pound burger and a fried egg

watercress, English and watermelon

over easy.

makes a salad of smoked trout, shaved

carrots, raw broccoli and cauliflower.

salad, featuring fresh ham and roasted

POPPY’S Burgers and Fries will serve you

CATSKILL ROSE in Mount Tremper

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BRIO’S in Phoenicia dishes up a warm seafood spinach salad: calamari, shrimp, and scallops sautéed with warm balsamic dressing and a side of Mexican rice.

CHEESE LOUISE prepares young octopus hand-caught in the Italian waters

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of the Mediterranean Sea. Marinated in fresh squeezed lemon juice, oregano, red onion, tender celery, salt, pepper and Italian sunflower oil.

TUTHILLHOUSE in Gardiner offers grilled octopus with white bean, housemade chorizo, and fresh greens.

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SWEET SEDUCTION

by Carlo DeVito

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h, baby. Spring is here, and love is in the air.

A picnic. Some good cheese. A glass of wine . . . some fruit wine would be nice.

That leaves other fruits: currants, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, cherries, peaches, and more.

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What the heck is fruit wine? What does that mean?

Well, it means wines traditionally not made with grapes, apples, or pears. Normally, we drink wine made from grapes. And, of course, cider and perry is made with apples and pears.

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idea is to have a glass of strawberry dessert wine with a slice of New York cheesecake!

Or how about wowing your friends with a flourless dark chocolate cake and a glass of raspberry dessert wine? However, these would all go well with locally made cheeses as well.

THE HUDSON VALLEY HAS GARNERED A TREMENDOUS REPUTATION FOR HIGHLY PRIZED FRUIT WINES.

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There is a tradition of making these wines in regions where grapes in the past were not grown with tremendous effectiveness.

However, these days the Hudson Valley, specifically, has garnered a tremendous reputation for highly prized fruit wines. They are decadent wines that have an absolutely huge fan base in this region.

Fruit wines are often created as dessert wines. There’s nothing like a bowl of really good vanilla ice cream and a glass of Hudson Valley cassis. Another fabulous

BLACK CURRANTS

When it comes to dessert wine, the most prized fruit wine in the Hudson Valley is cassis. Made from black currants, cassis is a big, dark, inky dessert wine, with a nice pop of acid, which keeps the wine honest and from tasting like a lollipop. The tartness of the natural fruit balances the sweetness, so that even dry wine lovers usually really enjoy a glass. The Hudson Valley is the largest producer of artisanal cassis in North America, and Clinton Vineyards is probably the most famous by far, winning

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awards and accolades by the bunches. Cassis is also a popular component in mixed drinks. The French invented the Kir (white wine with some cassis) and the Kir Royale (sparkling with cassis) to serve to folks on festive occasions and before dinner. Others have invented numerous cocktails, including the El Diablo. It’s also great in punches.

RASPBERRY is probably the next most

popular favorite fruit wine. Raspberries, like currants, have a decent amount of acidity, so that the wine has great balance and complexity and can handle the sweetness. There are a great many raspberry dessert wines in the valley, especially Hudson-Chatham Winery’s raspberry, which has won numerous awards and three gold medals.

STRAWBERRIES are another

CASSIS PRODUCERS IN THE HUDSON VALLEY: Adair Vineyards Brookview Station Winery Clinton Vineyards Glorie Farm Winery

Hudson-Chatham Winery Tousey Winery Tuthillown Spirits Warwick Valley Winery

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popular fruit. And no one in the Northeast makes a more famous or more fabulous strawberry wine than Baldwin Vineyards.

They’ve been written up in The New York Times and have won dozens of medals for their strawberry wine. It is big and full of strawberry flavor, like someone just smooshed a big handful of strawberries in a bowl.

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CHERRY is another popular fave. Brookview

Station’s Cherry Porter is a classic port made from rich, ripe cherries. Bursting with flavor and intensity, this is a beautiful wine begging for a bit of Stilton cheese. And, of course, one of the most famous cherry dessert wines in the valley is the famous Pazdar Cerise Cherry. Pazdar was the first to make chocolate wine in the US, and his cherry-chocolate dessert bomb is a perennial favorite in the New York metro region. Try and get near his stand at a wine festival during the year!

PEACH is another stone fruit that has people always

looking for something different. Adair Vineyard Peche is the standard by which everyone must judge a peach wine.

When you open the bottle, the smell wafts out, making you feel like you’ve just bitten into the most perfect peach ever. This is the ideal celebration wine in the spring— fantastic, light, and bright like a bowl of fresh peaches!

ENJOY THESE WINES WITH CHEESE AND DESSERTS, IN A COCKTAIL OR PUNCH, OR JUST SIP THEM BY THEMSELVES. These are fabulous wines with real flavor, zip, and integrity. These aren’t your momma’s fruit mixers. These are truly artisanal wines with great flavor made with local fruit. They’re the real deal. They are also sexy and sinful. With the warming breezes in the air and the sunlight warming you, it’s time to let your hair down. So, turn up the music, turn down the lights, and slip into something a little more comfortable. And open a bottle of Hudson Valley fruit wine.

C’mon. Love is in the air.

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SPRING PUNCH 3 bottles dry white wine 1 1/2 cups Hudson Valley cassis 2 oranges 1 pint strawberries Combine wine and cassis in a punch bowl. Thinly slice oranges and strawberries, and add to bowl.

Chill with large block of ice or ice ring.

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RECIPE

From weddings to afternoon tea, macarons are everywhere right now, and it’s no wonder why.

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE HOMEMADE

french macarons

by Phoenix Trent

WITH A SATISFYING CRISP AND CHEWY TEXTURE AND a whole range of delectable flavors, French macarons make for the perfect springtime treat. Although these little delights can be tricky to perfect, a little practice and a patient loving touch will have you turning out beautiful macarons to enjoy with friends and loved ones. Macaron lore details that their rine de’Medici’s Italian chefs, but the most recognizable French macaron was pioneered by Ladurée. Famous for its whimsical color and flavor options, this pastry shop has locations all over the world from Paris to Singapore to New York.

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1. WHISK TOGETHER ALMOND MEAL AND confectioner's sugar and sift into a large mixing bowl.

2. BRISKLY BEAT EGG WHITES UNTIL LIGHT and frothy for 2-3 minutes, and then begin to slowly incorporate the granulated sugar and almond extract until shiny peaks begin to form. This should take about 5 minutes.

3. NEXT, FOLD EGG WHITES INTO ALMOND mixture until thoroughly combined. Mix vigorously with spatula until the mixture takes up a thick syrupy consistency.

THE RECIPE INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 cups almond meal or almond flour 1 3/4 cups confectioner’s sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 egg whites 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Jam, nut butter, chocolate spread, or desired filling

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4. TRANSFER MIXTURE TO A PASTRY BAG with 1/2 inch cut off the tip. Pipe one-inch round shells about one inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let dry on the counter until the tops are firm and completely dry.

5. PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 350 DEGREES, and bake one sheet at a time for about 15 minutes, being gentle with the baking sheets as you remove them from the oven. Rotate once to ensure even cooking.

6. ALLOW YOUR MACARON SHELLS TO DRY completely, and then add your desired fillings. Some of our favorites include rose-flavored cream cheese frosting, hazelnut chocolate spread, raspberry jam (be sure to strain to prevent sogginess), orange marmalade, and salted-butter caramel.

RECIPE

This straightforward meringue-based French macaron shell is the simplified version. Things really get exciting once you start to experiment with the endless flavor and color combinations.

For a chocolaty shell, try incorporating Dutch cocoa mix or vanilla extract with natural red food coloring for a tasty twist on the classic. Be sure to add any dry flavoring to the almond meal/sugar mixture and the extracts and color to the wet meringue to ensure consistency in texture.

From weddings to afternoon tea, macarons are everywhere right now, and it’s no wonder why.

Wonderfully delicate and sumptuous, make these a part of your spring-baking lineup.

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"Perfect with a cup of coffee, fresh fruit juice, or a post-dinner treat, these delectable delights have become something of a pop icon in the culinary world."

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If you’d rather leave it to the professionals, we have our very own masters of the macaron arts here in the Hudson Valley.

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SPRING CLEANSES FOR A HEALTHY BODY spring cleaning isn't just for your home Detoxing or removing taxing toxins from your body can help make amends for a self-indulgent winter and promote optimal health. There are plenty of detox methods to choose from, some as simple as finding ways to improve blood

Valley experts have to say about what works and what doesn’t.

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WATER, WATER, EVERYWHERE For Grace Kladstrup of Mountain Float Spa in New Paltz, water has the power to soothe and satisfy. Kladstrup, a yoga teacher, uses flotation therapy to help clients relieve stress, recover from injuries, and eliminate pain. When a person does flotation therapy, he/she feels completely weightless. It’s quiet and dark with no distractions. “From floating in over 800 pounds of Epsom salt-filled water, I am able to dive deeper into a state of relaxation, as well as enjoy the physical benefits of detoxing,” Kladstrup proclaims.

One of the simplest ways to detox is also to drink lots of water.

One of the simplest ways to detox is also to drink lots of water. “Sounds so simple, but I really believe in the power of water,” she says. “By staying hydrated, we are able to keep things moving and allow our body to do what it does best: heal. Water allows us to flush out toxins and keep our organs healthy, including our largest organ—our skin.”

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WORK UP A SWEAT exercise improves blood circulation Anthony Covello, owner of The Ridge Gym in Stone Ridge and 28 West Gym in

I recommend long slow bouts of cardio.

Woodstock, says that any type of movement that makes you sweat is mandatory for a good detox. “I recommend long slow bouts of cardio,” states Covello, “like a 45-minute to avoid the elements. If you

will accelerate stored fat loss. Some weight-

expensive detox products and instead focus

are detoxing for weight loss,

bearing compound exercises of moderate

on removing toxins from their lives, such as

then doing your cardio in the

intensity will build lean muscle, which also

alcohol and nicotine.

morning on an empty stomach

helps burn fat.” He cautions people to avoid

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uphill walk. Use a treadmill

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START YOUR

DAY WITH A SPLASH OF LEMON

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Some people think that the

water and a splash of lemon. “My

only way to detox is to fast or

grandmother and mother-in-law

drink only liquids. That’s too

did that,” said Payman. “One

drastic, says Roufia Payman, the

should do it every single day.” She

supervisor of outpatient nutrition

also suggests avoiding over-the-

at Northern Duchess Hospital

counter detox products and focus

in Rhinebeck. Paymen cautions

on diet: “We, unfortunately, have

that people should not attempt a

a highly toxic environment, and to

drastic elimination or detox diet

fight that, we need to eat better

unless they are under a doctor’s

every day,” says Payman. “On a

supervision. It’s better to make

daily basis, a person’s diet should

healthy dietary changes and slowly

include cruciferous vegetables,

detox. One such change could

such as cabbage and broccoli, as

be to start your day with warm

well as garlic, ginger and turmeric.”

We, unfortunately, have a highly toxic environment, and to fight that we need to eat better every day.

When the first warm days of

for people to fit in an exercise

spring arrive, people are naturally

routine.” The center offers a

ready for a change. Glenn Finley

two-week spring whole-body

and Ileana Tecchio of New Leaf

cleanse that starts and ends with

Holistic Health Center agree

an anti-inflammatory diet. The diet

that spring is the right time

eliminates dairy, gluten, caffeine,

for detoxing and engaging in

sugar, alcohol, nightshades, soy,

healthier habits. “Spring is ideal

and peanuts. In some cases, Finley

for three main reasons,” said

and Tecchio also recommend

Tecchio. “In Chinese medicine,

yoga, acupuncture, meditation,

spring is the official season of the

massage, or exercise. But simply

liver organ system. During this

following an anti-inflammatory

time, the liver chi is more active.

diet can be a good first step. “For

Also, the abundance of fruit and

newcomers, we suggest just the

vegetables in the spring makes it

anti-inflammatory diet for the

conducive to light but nutritious

two-week period to get their feet

meals. And in the spring, days

wet with the cleansing process,”

are longer, which make it easier

says Finley.

HEALTH/WELLNESS

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B A BY S T E P S Abrupt solutions can put you at risk for side effects. Wendy Lupinski of Honors Haven Resort and Spa in Ellenville also does not recommend short-term solutions for detoxing. “Detoxification is a process that puts your organs to work flushing toxins,” she explains. “The more prepared your body is for any detox regimen, the more pleasant that detox will be. Some individuals may suffer an array of uncomfortable side effects during detox, such as headaches, fatigue,

dizziness and skin breakouts.” Easy does it, she believes. “My first step toward any successful detox plan would probably be to try to eliminate any unnecessary stress.

Establishing a good sleep pattern, finding balance, and creating quiet both internally and externally are great starters. Massages are a fantastic way to reconnect with your body and unwind. Your mind and body benefit greatly from a soothing touch and increased circulation.”

EAT HEALTHY FOODS A light detox does help to remove unhealthy toxins, but you also must eat nutritious foods to help cleanse your body. Make a pact with yourself to avoid processed foods, and be sure to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables—at least two cups of each a day. According to Edward 112

from Wellness Rx in High Falls, “The main reasons light detoxes are so important are that they help remove toxins from the body and to strengthen the immune system. Something very few people know is that seventy percent of the immune system works from the gut

or intestinal tract. To keep healthy, it’s so important to have a healthy system, and detoxing can help to balance the body.” So, while detoxing, continue to eat fruits and veggies filled with vitamins and minerals and fiber to allow your body to function at its best.

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DYED EGGS AU NATUREL

HOW IT'S MADE

spring decorating

by Colleen Vitti Numerous stories and traditions exist about the symbolic nature of dying eggs in the spring, most having to do with the spirit of rebirth or renewal. But anyone who raises chickens can attest to the real reason: chickens lay so many darn eggs in the springtime that people from around the globe have needed to figure out something to do with them all! And dying and decorating these nearly perfect foods (6 grams of protein, 70 calories, vitamins B12 and B6, vitamin D, some iron, and lots of good cholesterol) is just so fun! PAAS has claimed the market on egg dyes for years now, but dying eggs using real foods, herbs, teas, and coffee only requires a little extra work yet results in a lot of extra bang. So get ready to embark on the task of

"Dying eggs using real foods, herbs, teas, and coffee is just so much more fun and looks great too!"

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decorating this simple, nutritious, and beautiful symbol of spring.

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FIRST, YOU NEED TO HARD-BOIL THE

and not thrash the eggs about and crack

EGGS. Your eggs need not all be white; in

them. Boil for 15 minutes, and then plunge

fact, a selection of white, brown, blue, etc.

eggs into ice-cold water to stop them from

creates a variety of different hues. There are

cooking further.

many tried and true methods for hard-boiling

1 cup blueberries makes lavender eggs

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eggs, so use your own method if you have one

For each dye you make, you need ONE

that works. If not, try this method: Carefully

CUP OF WATER AND ONE TABLESPOON

place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and

OF WHITE VINEGAR. Then you can make

cover with cold water. Place pan on stove, and

your own hues using the ingredients below.

bring to a boil. When water begins to boil,

BOIL EACH INGREDIENT IN ONE CUP

lower heat so that the water will boil gently

OF WATER FOR 20 TO 30 MINUTES.

1 cup yellow onion skins makes reddish-orange eggs

1 cup strong coffee makes chocolate brown eggs

Depending on whether you have chosen white

different-colored eggs. For example, the coffee

just make sure it’s strong. When the dye is as

or brown eggs or a combination of different

dye on a brown egg may be a deep, velvety

dark as you like, remove from the pan, and

colors will, of course, dictate the final color.

brown, but on a white egg the chocolate brown

let cool to room temperature. Then, pour

Also, the strength of the dye will vary, but this

color might not be as rich. You can also use a

fit an egg into but small enough so that the

"be open-minded and let your inner child emerge to enjoy the wonder of this task. And, by all means, don’t be afraid to experiment."

egg can be fully submerged. At this point,

is part of the fun. There are definitely some

crayon to draw designs on the egg before you

stir the tablespoon of vinegar into the dye. If

unknowns here. Your own mix of ingredients

submerge your egg to give some of the eggs a

it’s easier, you can store the dye for 24 hours

could produce a splendid color. Even more, a

little extra pizzazz. When you finish dying, allow

and dye the eggs the next day.

certain dye may look completely different on

the eggs to dry thoroughly. Transfer the dyed

a small bowl—a bowl that is big enough to

1 cup beets makes pink eggs

2 tablespoons turmeric make yellow eggs

2 tablespoons paprika make reddish-brown eggs

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the cooled dye through a strainer and into

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The coffee doesn’t need extra water added—

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beauties to the refrigerator until you are ready to hide them or eat them. They will last at least 7-10 days in the refrigerator. Though you will want to show them off, try not to leave them out of the fridge for more than a few hours at a time to prevent spoilage.

Enjoy this spring festivity with your friends and family. It’s such a nice way to connect with our more primitive side and spend time with those we love.

1 cup purple cabbage makes bluish-green eggs

2 red zinger tea bags make purplish eggs

EGG DECORATING AROUND THE WORLD UKRAINE—Eggs are decorated using the pysanka method, where elaborate designs are drawn using wax. The process is completed over and over on a single egg using different-colored dyes, resulting in gorgeous colors and patterns.

JAPAN—Japan’s love of origami transfers to its love of paper-covered eggs using washi. Washi is the paper used in origami. Triangular shapes are cut from this paper and then carefully and precisely glued to the egg before being beautifully varnished.

GERMANY—Hollowed out eggs are dyed and hung from trees and shrubs during the week leading up to Easter.

SOUTH AFRICA—The oldest decorated egg was found here and dates back 60,000 years. Ostrich eggs were colored and etched with geometric designs and used as water flasks.

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Spring Is in the Air AND THE GARDEN

by Eric Stewart

As the years tick by, I increasingly believe that the bears have the right idea regarding winter: a long nap sounds like an excellent plan. But now that spring is here, the days of hibernation are over. Now is the time to chase away the last of the winter doldrums by GETTING

Here are some gardening pointers for doing just that.

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OUTDOORS AND GETTING YOUR HANDS DIRTY.

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TIDY THINGS UP

A GOOD SPRING CLEAN-UP IS A MUST TO AVOID EVEN MORE WORK LATER IN THE SEASON. It is difficult to rake dead leaves and other debris from garden beds once the new growth has begun in earnest. This results in broken shoots, damaged leaves, uprooted seedlings, loss of blooms, and other unhappy situations, so why not do it now? Besides, a good spring cleaning is good for your garden, good for your health, and good for your soul.

If you did not do so last fall, cut back spent foliage from last year’s perennials and hardy grasses to make way for the new growth.

CLEANING YOUR GARDEN BEDS ALSO GIVES YOU A CHANCE TO GET A HEAD START ON WEEDING. Check the internet for images of common weed seedlings if in doubt. As a general rule, if I don’t know what something is, I leave it be and keep an eye on it. You can always pull it out later. Of course, anyone can identify grass coming up where it shouldn’t, so get it now before the root system becomes too entrenched.

When it comes to weeding, don’t be lazy and environmentally callous by resorting to blanket applications of chemicals. Herbicides are toxic not only to weeds, but also to garden plants, streams, beneficial pollinators, wildlife, pets, and people. I make it a point to avoid using chemicals in my own garden and those of clients. You should too.

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Early spring (before the emergence of leaves) is also the best time to remove damaged branches from shrubs and trees, as well as to do any necessary corrective pruning, since now is when a plant’s branching structure and architecture is most clearly visible. Just remember that by trimming or pruning flowering shrubs now, you may be removing this year’s flowers as well, so do so judiciously.

For major pruning and shaping of most flowering shrubs and trees, it is generally best to wait until after flowering.

FEED & MULCH Once things are cleaned up, why not pamper your soil as well? GOOD SOIL IS THE FOUNDATION UPON WHICH THE ENTIRE GARDEN IS BUILT. Rather than relying on chemical fertilizers, I suggest going the more environmentally conscious, oldschool route—composted manure. This product is available by the bag at garden centers everywhere.

A light application of composted manure as a top dressing to garden soils works wonders. If you prefer, you can also apply it as a liquid. Go online and look up “compost teas” for details. If you have access to horse, sheep, or cattle manure, that’s great too. Just be sure such products have been composted properly. If too fresh, it is not only nasty

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A SPLASH OF COLOR If you did not get around to planting bulbs last fall, it’s not too late to enjoy some bright outdoor blooms this spring. Starting as early as late March or early April, local nurseries, farm stands, and garden centers sell potted daffodils and tulips that are perfect for popping into containers or (if the soil is workable) for installing directly into the garden. An eight- to ten-inch plastic pot or waxed cardboard container of six to ten ready-to-bloom bulbs can usually be purchased for under $10—depending upon bulb size, quantity, variety, and place of purchase. True, this option is considerably more expensive than planting bulbs in the fall, but it does allow for a quick spring fix and gives one

Of these, my favorites are daffodils. They are among the most hardy, pest-resistant, fool-proof, and cheerful plants one can imagine. If you use them in a container outdoors or as the centerpiece on a table, wait until the flowers are gone, then transfer them to a sunny, well-drained spot in the garden. This will ensure an increasing floral display for many springs to come.

Tulips, on the other hand, are gorgeous yet fleeting things. Few other flowers can match them for sheer umph, but most varieties will not reliably return the following year. As such, I treat tulips as early season annuals. Unlike daffodils, they are a favored treat for deer, voles, squirrels, rabbits, mice, chipmunks . . . you get the idea.

That said, if you are looking for a short but sweet burst of bright pink, red, or purple—and are not troubled by critters—then by all means, indulge. For a punch of yellow or white (and to a lesser extent orange, peach, and even salmon), I

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ONCE THE GARDEN IS CLEANED AND FED, IT’S TIME TO MULCH. The advantages of mulching are many. A twoto three-inch deep covering of mulch preserves soil moisture, discourages the growth of weeds, moderates soil temperature, and feeds the soil as it breaks down. Mulching also makes your garden look nice. I always suggest using a natural shredded mulch that is fine in texture as opposed to large, chunky wood chips. The latter takes forever to break down and makes raking, planting, and other garden chores more difficult. I also find a finer textured mulch more aesthetically pleasing. Such mulches are available for purchase in bags at most garden centers, or you can check your local listings for bulk landscape suppliers. I always suggest using a natural-colored mulch rather than ones that use artificial dyes. Again, the fewer chemicals you use in your garden, the better it is for your garden’s health, your own health, and that of the planet.

Also, nothing can transform an otherwise lovely garden into a Burger King parking lot more quickly than the installation of artificially colored red mulch. Yikes!

the satisfaction of pulling a harmless fast one over on Mother Nature. It is best to purchase these ready-to-bloom bulbs just before the flowers open to allow for the maximum enjoyment time.

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to handle, but you can literally burn your plants with an excess of nutrients. Of course, if you have your own compost pile, by all means, use it. And never attempt to compost dog or cat waste for reasons too numerous and gross to mention.

After applying your top dressing of composted manure, water it in. Your plants will thank you.

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Another great way to add a kick of early season color is to plant forsythia.

Okay, I know that this familiar, cheery shrub is not a native species—and that planting native species is always a sound gardening practice—but I love its over-the-top display of bright yellow spring flowers. As far as shrubs go, forsythia is also a bargain. Goodsized specimens can usually be found for around $20, making them ideal for mass plantings and hedges. Also, forsythia’s profusion of early season blooms make it a wonderful food source for beneficial pollinators. If you are a fan of this shrub, now is the time

Other wonderful native large shrubs/ small trees with great spring flowers include serviceberry (Amelanchier), redbud (Cercis), and dogwood (Cornus florida). All boast trafficstopping floral displays and provide needed food and shelter for beneficial pollinators and other wildlife. Now get outside and plant something!

Eric Stewart of Greenman Garden Design is a garden designer, writer, and artist who lives and gardens in Accord. Visit his website at greenmangarden.com. He welcomes your comments or questions and may be reached via email at elsgreenman@ aol.com or at 845-687-0407.

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to buy. They are often unavailable later in the season. A wonderful spring-blooming shrub that is native is witch hazel (Hamamelis). Witch hazels are the first shrubs/small trees to bloom in the very early spring (though some varieties bloom in fall).

Their small, pale yellow, finger-like, fragrant flowers are uniquely beautiful.

As one might expect, the blooms of Hamamelis ‘Orange Beauty’ are orange, making this hybrid well worth investigating.

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I have also on occasion seen alliums (ornamental onions with deerresistant, pom-pom blooms in shades of purple, pink or white) available in ready-to-bloom in pots as well. These, however, usually cost considerably more than the tulips and daffodils. As such, I have always installed alliums in the fall. With all bulbs, do not remove the foliage until the leaves have turned completely brown. To do so is to rob the bulbs of nutrients needed for growth and next year’s display.

As far as spring-blooming perennials go, look for bleeding heart (Dicentra), foxglove (Digitalis) and hellebores (Helleborus). All of these cheery spring bloomers are perfect additions to any garden in part-sun to shade.

As with potted tulips and daffodils, purchasing these plants this time of year is a great way to punch-up your garden beds. They can also be used in containers on shaded patios before moving them out into the garden after their blooms have faded. All three are untroubled by deer and other garden pests and are reliable, easy-care garden performers that will grow to form large clumps—or in the case of foxglove, reseed. Get some.

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PIERIS:

THE PERFECT SPRING BLOOMER

by Victoria Coyne

We love the early spring blooming Pieris shrubs because they have it all. Flowers? Check.

Evergreen? Check. Deer resistant? Check. Check! And shade-loving? YES, THAT TOO! Pieris (common name: Japanese Andromedea) is one of the easiest evergreen shrubs to grow, but it will not tolerate a wet spot. It is highly disease resistant, and besides a treatment of Holly-tone fertilizer in May, the plant is very low maintenance.

Here are some of our favorite varieties:

PIERIS ‘VALLEY VALENTINE’ Pieris ‘Valley Valentine’ has delicate, dark evergreen foliage covered with pink, fragrant blooms in early spring. Plant this taller variety in a hedge or border for year-round privacy. Grows 6’ to 7’ tall and 4’ to 5’ wide.

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GARDEM

PIERIS ‘SPRING SNOW’

PIERIS ‘BROWER‘S BEAUTY’

Pieris ‘Mountain Fire’ has brilliant red

Pieris ‘Spring Snow’ is a compact grower

Pieris ‘Brower‘s Beauty’ has lustrous,

new foliage, which turns dark green

that stays small and forms a rounded

delicate evergreen leaves, but when in

with maturity, showing gradations

mound. Pink buds bloom into white

full bloom you can barely see the foliage

of peaches, oranges, and yellows

flowers. This versatile evergreen is

beneath the trusses of white downward-

throughout the spring and summer. This

perfect for perennial gardens or small

facing, bell-shaped blooms. Grows 5’ to

evergreen is a showstopper! Clusters

spaces—no pruning necessary! Grows 3’

7’ tall and 5’ wide.

of showy white flowers appear in March

to 4’ tall and wide.

and April. Grows 6’ tall and 4’ wide.

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IT STARTED INNOCENTLY ENOUGH with an old globe my wife and I found tucked away in the corner of a vast, indoor antique store. I’m not sure why we were so attracted to it. Maybe it was our shared love of maps or the hilariously out-of-date countries (The USSR! The Spanish Sahara!) or the multicolored figure 8 sitting in the middle of the Pacific Ocean that served as an analemma, showing the sun’s declination for every day of the year.

Whatever it was, fifteen bucks later the globe top of a server in our dining room. It must have looked lonely, because a few weeks later another old globe was sitting next to it. And that’s all it took.

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“Most start out small, but before long you’ve acquired two of the same item,” says Patti Kranis of the Ole Carousel Antiques Center in Stanfordville. “Now you have a collection.”

Getting into collecting antiques is really that simple. You may even already be doing it.

And it’s nowhere near as stressful, expensive, inaccessible, or complicated as you might think. To learn more about the ins and outs of collecting, I spoke with some of the Hudson Valley’s most popular antique dealers. Here are the five pieces of advice that kept coming up over and over.

1. Do it for love, not money When deciding what it is you want to collect, don’t worry about what’s trendy or resale value. “Just start with what you find interesting or beautiful,” says Rebekah Milne of Milne’s At Home Antiques in Kingston. “Add to it when you can until the single object expands into a collection.”

“Most people will start a collection of what they are attracted to or want to live with,” says Kranis. “Collecting can also become a second hobby. A gardener might want to collect pottery; a sewer might be attracted to buttons and textiles.”

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Whatever it is that tickles your fancy, it may not tickle your bank account later on down the line. “Don’t view it as an investment because you might never make your money back,” says Walter Marquez of New Paltz’s Antiques at Water Street Market. Trying to stay ahead of market trends and finding the right buyers can quickly turn into a full-time job and a full-time headache (ask anyone with a worthless box of Beanie Babies in the attic.) Just buy what you like. Marquez, for example, likes Santa Clauses.

“I don’t really know why,” he says. “I’ve just always liked them. And now I have over 1,200 of them.”

2. Do your research Even if you’re not looking to make a mint off of Antiques Roadshow, it’s still important to learn about whatever it is you’re collecting. What is considered a “rare” item in your field? What is considered common? This will help you to understand how dealers set prices and when you’ve found a true diamond in the rough. But, more importantly, if you’ve chosen to collect something that you’re interested in, chances are you’ll also enjoy learning about the field itself. For example, did you know that during World War II, because borders in Europe were changing on a weekly basis, globes were sold

3. There’s a fine line between collecting and hoarding When you first start collecting, you may be thrilled to find many items in your chosen field at every antique store and flea market you visit. Overcome by the rush of enthusiasm that comes with every new hobby, you may find yourself buying everything. Next thing you know, your living room is overflowing with overstuffed boxes of postcards or mason jars. That’s hoarding. Hoarding isn’t fun, and it always ends badly for everyone involved.

Instead, slow down and learn to be choosy.

“Understand what’s very common and what’s rare in your category, and make the rare items your goal,” says Karen Kaufman Orloff of Cold Spring’s Dew Drop Inn Antiques Center. “If you are, for instance, collecting marbles, you’ll find jars and jars of them at flea markets and garage sales. Look carefully for the one or two

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You’ll also need to start thinking ahead when it comes to figuring out where you’re going to put this stuff. Pick a place where they can be prominently displayed, and if that place is limited in space, then don’t hesitate to limit your collection. The server in our dining room, for example, fits four globes perfectly. We stopped collecting at three, so we can hold the final spot for one that’s really special.

“JUST START WITH WHAT YOU FIND INTERESTING OR BEAUTIFUL”

4. Use it Remember that kid you knew growing up who would buy comic books and then seal them away in clear plastic bags with cardboard backs without reading them? Don’t be that kid. “If you like it, use it,” says Marquez. “Don’t just buy it and put it on a shelf. Actually use it and enjoy it.” If you’re collecting Depression glassware, go ahead and serve drinks in them.

Salt and pepper shakers? Fill them up and put them on the table. Give those 78s a spin on the turntable when friends come over. And for god’s sake, let your kid play with those Beanie Babies in the attic already. They’re not making anybody happy by sitting in a box.

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with coupons that could be mailed in later for free “updated countries” stickers to affix to your globe? Me neither, until I started collecting.

“It’s not just the object, but the history of the object that brings depth and learning to the collection,” agrees Milne. “A person makes the object one’s own as he/she learns about its uses, history, and beauty.”

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5. Have fun It’s easy to get wrapped up in the thrill of the hunt and the corresponding disappointment that comes when you don’t find what you’re looking for. So enjoy the act of looking. The Hudson Valley is one of the most visually stunning and culturally vibrant parts of the county, and there’s no better way to experience it than to spend a spring weekend driving from antique store to flea markets and stopping to enjoy the towns,

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Relax, take a deep breath, and see what’s out there. And if you happen to find a Rand McNally celestial globe from 1930, let me know. I’ve got just the spot for it.

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A NATURAL CHOICE With their furnishing and décor boutique, Spruce Design + Décor, which opened in High Falls in 2003 and then relocated to Rhinebeck, it was only natural that their artistic prowess would evolve into an interior design business two years later.

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INTERIOR DESIGN 101 START WITH THE BASICS Niblock and Krenek recommend starting with the basics. Comfort tops their list. The pair agrees that good quality, comfortable choices for bigger pieces of furniture, such as the living room sofa and chairs, are the backbone of a room. Accent pieces—pillows, rugs, lighting, and small pieces of furniture—provide beauty plus function.

A NEUTRAL PALLET With paint being the most effective quick fix, they suggest planning a neutral pallet that can be accented with complementary pops of color from furnishings, art, and objects d’art.

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MARCH 22, 8PM

Annual Signs of Spring Walk. Ann Guenther, naturalist and former Mohonk Preserve educator, will lead this search for signs of spring, such as new green shoots, bugs, or sap dripping from a maple tree.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll during the season of the warming earth. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This program includes an easy 2.5-mile hike. Meet at the Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead.

Rain date: Saturday, March 28. This is a free program. 845-255-0919; mohonkpreserve.org

David Bromberg Quintet. Bromberg’s sensitive and versatile approach to guitarplaying earned him jobs playing the Village “basket houses” for tips, the occasional paying gig, and employment as a backing musician for Tom Paxton, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Rosalie Sorrels, among others. He became a first-call, “hired gun” guitarist for recording sessions, ultimately playing on hundreds of records by musicians such as Bob Dylan, Link Wray, The Eagles, Ringo Starr, Willie Nelson, and Carly Simon. Doors open at 7pm. Bearsville Theater, 291 Tinker Street, Woodstock. 845-6794406; bearsvilletheater.com

MARCH 22, 10AM-4PM Kingston Model Train and Railroad Spring Hobby Show. 11,000 square feet of operating layouts; dealer and vendor tables; model train exhibits; modular layouts; largescale garden railroad train display; toy train set raffle; kid’s corner play area, Thomas the Tank Engine trains; refreshments. Adults $6; Children under 12 $1. Murphy Midtown Center, 467 Broadway, Kingston. 845-4814198; kingstontrainshow.com

MARCH 27 & 28, 8PM; MARCH 29, 3PM Solas an Lae Illume. Hudson Valley’s celebrated American Irish Dance Company returns to the CENTER in a new theater dance performance called “Illume.” An exciting and compelling work that moves with complexity, artistry, and musicality,

while showcasing the superb SAL Company dancers. “Illume” brings into the light the cultural impressions of Deirdre Lowry’s inspiring vision of American Irish dance. 8pm on Friday & Saturday; 3pm Sunday; Tickets $20. Center for Performing Arts, 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. 845-8763080; centerforperformingarts.org

APRIL 11, 11AM – 3PM Sugaring Off: 18th Century Style.

Demonstrations of making maple sap into syrup, making jackwax candy, hearthside cooking, whittling out of sumac, wooden sap bucket making, music, and more! No registration required. Free.

296 Fair Street, Kingston. 845- 3382786; senatehousekingston.org

APRIL 12, NOON Opening Reception for Gardiner Open Studio Tour. This exhibit of 20 local artisans, from painters and sculptors to photographers and potters, begins on April 4 and welcomes visitors with a reception

and refreshments at the Gardiner Library’s Community Room starting at noon. This exhibit runs from April 4 through May 2 and precedes and coordinates with the actual “tour” of all the displayed artists’ studios where many more of their creations will be on sale and display. The actual studio-tostudio artist tour will be held on May 2 and May 3. 133 Farmer’s Turnpike, Gardiner; 845255-1255 or 845-255-3336.

APRIL 18, 8:30AM-4:15PM Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ Garden Day 2015: “Beauty & the Feast”. This all day program is surely a gardeners’ dream come true, featuring 16 gardening classes, vendors, free gardening information to take away for future reference, free soil tests, a fabulous bake sale, and door prizes. This year’s event features keynote speaker Margaret Roach: gardener, author and garden guru of the popular “A Way To Garden” website and public radio show, where she shares her own of brand of “horticultural how-to and

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APRIL 19 33rd Annual Kiwanis Kingston Classic 10k Run. This fun, family-oriented springtime tradition presented by Hits Endurance features a Friends & Family Mile, 5K, 10K and a 13.1 mile half-marathon All events will start/ end inside Dietz Memorial Stadium, 170 Front Street, Kingston. For more information, go to hitsrunning. com/kiwanis-kingston-classic-register-to-race; kiwaniskingstonclassic.com

features seven-time Grammy winner Paul Winter and Prana (Overtone Singers). This collaboration will be a most amazing, extraordinary, creative, and innovative musical event. Event held at The Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 72 Spring Street, Kingston. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling 845-340-9434; ulsterchambermusicseries.org

APRIL 21, 8PM Jeff Beck. One of rock’s true virtuosos and one of the most influential guitarists that helped shape blues-rock, the dynamics of psychedelic vibes, and jazz. Tickets available at UPAC box office or online at Ticketmaster; UPAC, 601Broadway, Kingston. 845-339-6088; bardavon.org

APRIL 22, 7-9PM The Era of the Clipper Ships: The Legacy of Donald McKay. Donald Ross, cousin of profile clipper ship builder McKay, will discuss his findings, including historic records and tales handed down by family members. Q & A, booksigning, tea sampling. Stone Ridge Library hosts the event at the Marbletown Community Center. 3564 Main Street (Route 213), Stone Ridge. 845-687-7023.

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APRIL 19, 3PM The Harmonic Orchestra: NEXUS, Prana, and Paul Winter.

Presented by Garry Kvistad—Grammy award winner, founder of Woodstock Chimes and member of NEXUS, a world-renowned percussion ensemble—this show also

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Astor Round-up Line Dancing. A family-fun line dancing event to benefit the health and safety needs of the children and families of Astor Services. Astor House, 6339 Mill Street, Rhinebeck. 845-871-1171; astorservices.org

APRIL 25-26 TAP New York Craft Beer and Fine Food Festival. This event is all about education and lots of fun. Learn about beer, home-brewing, beer/food pairings, and more.

Cooking demos from some of the best chefs in the region.

Sample the finest beers produced by over 75 New York craft breweries and brewpubs at this one-of-a-kind beer and food appreciation event. Must be over 21 to attend; no infants or children. Event held at Hunter Mountain. 518-2634223; tap-ny.com

APRIL 25, 10AM-4-PM Hudson Valley Draft Horse Association Spring Plow.

Lots of wholesome, outdoor, healthy fun on one of New York State’s oldest family-owned farms. See old-fashioned horse and mule plowing and even an ox on display. All ages will enjoy the live music, vendors with food, goodies and crafts—along with kids’ games and pony rides. Free event, but a $5 donation per adult is gratefully appreciated.

Saunderskill Farm, 5100 Route 209, Accord. 845-294-9016; email dmjure33@frontiernet.net

APRIL 26, 9AM Antique Tractor Pull. The first of the museum’s monthly event that brings a wonderful sense of community among farmers, tractor-owners, and visitors. Fun for the entire family and always a treat for kids of all ages. Food concessions are available on the grounds, and the museum’s extensive exhibits are open for viewing. Free. Orange County

Farmers Museum, 850 Route 17. For information, call Rikki Lent at 845-926-2727 or email info@ocfarmersmuseum.com; ocfarmersmuseum.com

MAY 2, NOON Annual Beltane Festival. Welcome the warmer weather at this smorgasbord of a festival. A plethora of different cultural happenings—from larger-thanlife puppetry strolling the grounds and horses meandering about and adorned with unicorn horns to folks dressed in medieval costumes and children with painted faces. A fun family day to feast on the local foods while the kids frolic and enjoy picnics, Frisbee, and more. Guests are also welcomed to traverse the hiking trails around the property. Rain date: May 3 at noon. Center for Symbolic Studies at Stone Mountain Farm, River Road, Rosendale. 845658-8540; symbolicstudies.org

MAY 2, 7:30PM The Mid-Hudson Rainbow Chorus. A four-part chorus of gay and gay-friendly men and women singers will perform its spring concert of pop tunes and standards at the Old Dutch Church. Conductor and jazz musician Ann Belmont has arranged the concert repertoire, which will feature tight harmonies and lots of syncopation. Keyboard accompaniment by jazz musician Todd Anderson. Doors open at 7pm. $10. Old Dutch Church, 272 Wall Street, Kingston. 845-353-8348; facebook. com/MidHudsonRainbowChorus

MAY 2, 10AM–3PM Hudson Valley Garden Fair. What better way to welcome spring than with a day of plant shopping, garden education, and inspiration in a historic estate setting?

Gardeners of all levels and interests will be amazed at just how many garden businesses and organizations call the Hudson Valley home. Local and specialty

garden vendors, area garden groups, free demonstrations, and lectures at Montgomery Place Historic Estate, Red Hook. hvgardenfair.com

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Healthy Kids’ Day. A free, fun-filled day of activities designed to promote healthy kids and families. Healthy Kids Day is the nation’s largest health day, bringing children and families together and providing the education, activities, and experiences that teach good health and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, healthy habits, and shared interests. As a result, youth and families achieve greater health and wellbeing for their spirit, mind and body. Frost Valley Road. 845-985-2291; frostvalley.org

MAY 2 Rock the Ridge. A 50-mile endurance challenge and environmental fundraiser set in the natural beauty of the Mohonk Preserve. The goal is to traverse a 50mile course within 24 hours by walking, running, or any combination thereof.

The course winds along carriage roads and paths through the forests and over the ridgelines of the preserve. The time limit accommodates people with a wide range of abilities, including walkers and hikers, as well as joggers, runners, and ultramarathoners. Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz. 845-255-0919; mohonkpreserve.org/ rock-the-ridge

MAY 2-3, 10AM-5PM Gardiner Open Studio Tour. Visit and

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shop the studios of 20 local area painters, potters, photographers, sculptors, and other renowned artisans. Each artist will be opening their studios to the public for a most visually stimulating and inspirational tour. A wonderful opportunity to purchase pieces for a personal collection or as gifts. Studio tour map will be posted at GOSTartists.org prior to tour. 845-255-3336; email info@GOSTartists.org

MAY 2, 7:30PM SUNY Orange Community Orchestra.

Under the direction of Hilarie Clark Moore, the SUNY Orange Community Orchestra will return for their final spring concert of 2015. $10 per person. Tickets for SUNY Orange Students with ID and Military personnel will be complimentary. Paramount Theatre, 17 South Street, Middletown. 845-346-4195; middletownparamount.com

and herb garden. Sheep shearing demonstration and lectures, bee-keeping demonstration, kite-making, wool-spinning demonstration, and music. No registration required. Free. 296 Fair Street, Kingston.

845- 338-2786; senatehousekingston.org

MAY 16 Opening Day at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. The 57th year celebrates an original 110-acre airfield with an incredible array of airplanes from the 1909 oldest flying airplane around and other pre-World War I planes to World War II aircrafts. Air shows start on Saturday, June 13. Open cockpit biplane rides available starting at 10am. Shows are only on Sat. and Sun. from 2pm-4pm. Museum open daily, 10am-5pm.

Stone Church Road, Rhinebeck. 845-7523200; oldrhinebeck.org.

MAY 16, NOON- 6PM MAY 9, 10AM-5PM 39th Annual Rhinebeck Antiques Fair. This one-day, rain-or-shine event will be held at a new location for 2015—The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck. Adults $5 and children free. 661 Route 308 Rhinebeck.

845-635-3374; rhinebeckantiquesfair.com

MAY 16, 11AM-3PM Planting 18th century-inspired vegetable

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8th Annual Gardiner Cupcake Festival. Thousands gather in the orchard under commercial-size tents (rain or shine)

for this endearing community event.

Cupcakes, music, vendors, wine tastings, and children’s activities. New to the festival this year is the 1st Annual Cupcake Classic. Popular amateur cupcake contests available, such as “Best Decorated,” “Best Tasting,” and “Most Creative” cupcake. Activities for kids include face painting, cupcake decorating, helicopter rides, pony rides, wagon rides. and bouncy houses. Wrights Farm, Route 208, Gardiner. gardinercupcakefestival.com

MAY 22-25; 10AM-4PM 2nd Mysteryland. Aiming to create a diverse global community of creative, freespirited fans coming together to celebrate, explore, and discover the new boundaries in the ever-evolving electronic music culture.

For an enhanced camping experience at Mysteryland 2015, you can camp on a new outdoor camping stage, “The Pineapple Paradise,” in addition to the return of the Caming Circus and BangOn!—a total of three Holy Ground stages. Bethel Woods, 200 Hurd Road, Bethel. 1-888-7453000; bethelwoodscenter.org

MAY 22-25 A Frost Valley YMCA Memorial Day Weekend. The perfect place to welcome the warmer months with outdoor activities

for the whole family. Programs include climbing, hiking, archery, canoeing, ziplining, and challenge courses. Spend the weekend relaxing with natural facials, stretch and meditation classes, and stargazing at the observatory. Enjoy their 2nd annual Family Field Day. 845-985-2291, ext. 450; frostvalley. org/group-and-family-retreats/familyweekends

MAY 23, 24, 10AM-5:30PM; MAY 25, 10-4PM Woodstock-New Paltz Arts & Crafts Fair.

Experience one of America’s largest variety of arts & craft demonstrations while being entertained by the best regionally based musicians, and savor the very best the Hudson Valley has to offer in both New York state wines and locally produced handcrafted specialty foods. Ulster County Fairgrounds, 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz. 845-679-8087; 845-246-3414; quailhollow.com

MAY 24 Williams Lake Classic. The second year of this fantastic New York State Mountain Bike Series will be, once more, held at Williams Lake. The course is approximately 4.2 miles per lap of a mostly technical flowing single track. Online registration closes at 11:45am, May 22. Presented by Favata’s TRT

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Country Living Fair. Great shopping for antiques, furniture, “Made in America” crafts, art and artisans, vintage and upcycled goods, home and garden decor, plants, and more. http://dutchessfair.com

Clearwater Festival. Since the 1960s, the Clearwater Festival has grown into the country’s largest annual environmental celebration, with its music, dance, storytelling, education, and activism attracting thousands of people of all ages to the shores of the Hudson River. All ages will enjoy the multiple music stages, children’s activities, working waterfront— where you can sail on the sloop Clearwater, activist area, and, of course, food. Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson. 845-2658080; clearwater.org.

JUNE 7 9th Annual Ride the Ridge. Identified by Bicycling Magazine as one of the best cycling events in June, sign up for a fivemile family ride, eleven-mile intermediate scenic ride, thirty-mile countryside ride, or fifty-mile Bud Clarke Shawangunk ride. All proceeds benefit High Meadow School in Stone Ridge. ridetheridge.org

JUNE 10, 5:45PM Hudson Valley Triathlon Club Sprint Triathlon. A fun-filled sporting event with a 400-yard swim, 12-mile cycling, and a 2-mile run. Held at Kenneth L. Wilson State Park.

859 Wittenberg Road, Mount Tremper. nytc.org

JUNE 20, 10AM-4PM Rondout Valley Garden Tour. A full-day, self-guided exploration of the area’s most lovely private gardens and horticultural attractions commences with a donut and cup of coffee and tour brochure at the Victoria Gardens meeting place. Cosponsored by the Ulster Garden Club and the Rondout Business Association. Tickets are sold at Victoria Gardens, Saunderskill, and Davenport Farms. Proceeds benefit the RVBA and the Ulster Garden Club. Closing Reception at Catskill Native Nursery 4–5:30pm. 845-687-4567; rondoutvalley.org

JUNE 20 Beer, Bourbon & Bacon. Presented by The Hudson Valley Craft Beer Fest, this rain or shine event will feature live music and entertainment—all day long. Ticket cost includes a special tasting cup for sampling some of the best beers and bourbon. Complementing foods available for purchase. No one under 21 admitted.

JUNE 21 Father’s Day Half Marathon and Family 5K. Another year for good ol’ healthy family fun due to the efforts of the Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation of New Paltz. Save the date

and get more information by calling 845255-0243 or visiting newpaltzchamber.org

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Specially-priced designated driver rates offered. Dutchess County Fair Grounds, 6550 Spring Brook Ave, Rhinebeck. 845876-4000; beerbourbonbacon.com

JUNE 28, 8AM-3:30PM The 10th Annual Tour de Kingston. Something for every cyclist.

Ride a five, 16, 25, or 50 mile route, or go off-road with a nine, 15, or 25 plus-mile endurance ride. Bring the family and join in ice cream rides, the family fun ride, and the children’s bike rodeo. Sponsored

by HealthAlliance Foundation. Held at Forsyth Park, 157 Lucas Avenue, Kingston.

845-334-2760; tourdeulster.com

JUNE 29-JULY 24 Yoga Teacher Training A 200-hour course, deep hatha yoga training. Level 1 certificate at the beautiful Shanti Mandir Ashram in Walden. Enrolling now; course information with enrollment pack available. Call Shanti Mandir at 845778-1008; shantimandir.com

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Tuthilltown Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Yum Yum Noodle Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 FARMS/MARKETS: Adams Fairacre Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Apple Bin Farm Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Emmanuel’s Marketplace. . . . . . . . . . . 102 Kelder’s Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Mother Earth’s Storehouse . . . . . . . . . 105 Saunderskill Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Wallkill View Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Woodstock Meats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Wright's Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 HOME & GARDEN: A&M Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 A&G Custom Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Agway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Aqua Jet Pools & Spas . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Augustine Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Bare Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Bell Topsoil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Cabinet Designers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Country Lawnscapes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Fireside Warmth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Four Seasons Sunrooms . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Greenman Garden Design. . . . . . . . . . . 125 H. Houst & Son Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Howard Jarvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Herzog Supply Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Ingrained Woodworking. . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Mad Hatter Chimney Sweep. . . . . . . . . 149 Matthew Flamhaft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Mike’s EarthWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Rice Plumbing & Heating. . . . . . . . . . . 160 S.A.P. Exteriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Sanitall Green Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 The Carpet Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Victoria Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Williams Lumber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 PETS: Accord Plaza Feeds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Catskill Animal Sanctuary. . . . . . . . . . . 114 Earth Angels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Emmanuel’s Petagree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Pet Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

PLAY: Accord Speedway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Alpine Endeavors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Bethel Woods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Dorsky Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Dutchess County Fairgrounds. . . . . . . . 159 Gardiner Cupcake Festival . . . . . . . . . . 100 Gardiner Open Studio Tour. . . . . . . . . . 152 Historic Huguenot Street. . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Hudson Valley Garden Fair . . . . . . . . . . 158 Juckas Stables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Mohonk Preserve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Overlook Mountain Bikes. . . . . . . . . . . 42 Piano Summer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Rosendale Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Shadowland Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Wild Earth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary. . . 33 SERVICES: Always There Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Binnewater Spring Water . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Devine Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Gardiner Assoc. of Businesses. . . . . . . 113 Health Quest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Jake's Auto Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Mary Collins Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Mountain Float Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Prudential Nutshell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Psychic Rose of Woodstock . . . . . . . . . 125 Ritual Ink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Rondout Valley Business Assoc . . . . . . 16 Shanti Mandir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Stewart Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 The New Leaf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 The Ridge Gym. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Trailways Bus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ulster County Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Ulster Savings Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Wellness Rx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Westwood Metes & Bounds . . . . . . . . . 15 SHOPPING/RETAIL: Barcone's Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 B&L Jewelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Catskill Art & Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Colonial Subaru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Columbia Costume & Beauty. . . . . . . . 62 Dew Drop Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Ester Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Field + Barn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 George Cole Auctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Green Cottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Handmade & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Hyde Park Antiques Center. . . . . . . . . . 130 JMW Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Kenco Outfitters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Kingston Plaza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Marigold Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Merchant Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Milne Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Miron Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Moose Crossing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Nectar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Nest Egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Ole Carousel Antiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Pegasus Footwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Potter Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Rhinebeck Antique Emporium . . . . . . . 130 Schneider’s Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Sorella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Spruce Design + Decor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Stone Ridge Wine & Spirits . . . . . . . . . 91 Village Antique Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Water Street Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Woodstock Trading Post . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 STAY: 13 Moons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 1850 House & Tavern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Beekman Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa. . . . . . . . . . 10 Captain Schoonmaker’s B&B . . . . . . . 12 Catskill Rose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Den of Marbletown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Emerson Resort & Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Honor's Haven Resort & Spa . . . . . . . . 13 Hotel Dylan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Minnewaska Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Mohonk Mountain House . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Phoenicia Black Bear Campground. . . 43 Rondout Valley RV Campground. . . . . . 34 WhistleWood Farm B&B. . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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EAT/DRINK Asia Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Bacchus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Brio’s Restaurant & Pizzeria . . . . . . . . 70 Café Mio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Cancelliere's Pizzeria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Candy Candy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Cheese Barrel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Cheese Louise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Cherrie's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 China Rose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Commune Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Dominick’s Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Duo Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 El Paso Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Friends & Family II Hillside. . . . . . . . . . 30 Frida's Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Frogmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Get Frosted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Grounded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Hickory BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 High Falls Cafe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 High Falls Kitchenette . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Ivan's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Jar'd Wine Pub. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Kingston Candy Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Lekker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Lucky Chocolates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Lydia's. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Main Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Moxie Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Osaka Japanese Restaurant . . . . . . . . 72 Oriole9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Peekamoose Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Poppy's . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Provisions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Publik House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Puccini Ristorante . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Sportman’s Alamo Cantina. . . . . . . . . . 70 Stoutridge Vineyard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Tavern 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Terrapin Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 The Hop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 The Phoenician. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 The Tappen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 TuthillHouse at the Mill. . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

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