Looking for a getaway in Upstate New York? Saugerties on the west bank of the Hudson River offers the charm of the Hudson Valley and the sweet mountain air of the Catskills. by Chris Clemens Saugerties, New York is a quiet little town in Ulster County. It hovers precariously on the border between the Hudson […]
If you’re visiting an Amish or Mennonite market in Upstate you’re bound to discover some unique items. Here are five of my favorite unique things to get while visiting the Mennonite-owned Sauder’s in Seneca Falls. by Chris Clemens Upstate has always had a large Mennonite and Amish population, but that grew about ten years ago. […]
The Flat Earth debate goes back far into history, but maybe not as far back as most would believe. In this article, we’ll explore how the Flat Earth philosophy was fueled by a few men from Central New York, including the founder of Cornell University, and even involved one of the most successful attempts at […]
Bergen Water Gardens in the town of Churchville is a nursery and garden center specializing in water plants like waterlilies, lotus flowers, and carnivorous plants. This small, locally own nursery is home to the largest, most unique lotus flower collection outside of China. by Chris Clemens For the last twenty years Bergen Water Gardens has […]
Barn quilt trails are easily found in Upstate, and they’re a great way to tour around on new roads to explore. by Chris Clemens Ever been driving on a rural backroad and noticed a vibrant, colorful square up on a barn? Well, that’s a barn quilt. They’re colorful and cool to look at, but most […]