HUDSON VALLEY REGION Columbia County. The long unwinding road.

Take a drive along our country roads and you’ll step back in time to another era. Where the livin’ is easy. Where you can enjoy the best of cultural and historical sites and attractions. Or not, your choice. Where a country store offers fresh produce and baked goods, and a you-can-pay-me- tomorrow attitude. Where “laid back” isn’t just a label, but a lifestyle. Best of all, wherever you wander in our fair county—to shop, hear music, dine, or just explore—you’ll meander along some of best country roads in America.

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More and more, Columbia County is the cultural Columbia County offers life’s simple gifts in a gem of the Hudson Valley. Here in a bucolic setting place that’s simply historic. you can view provocative works from international Start with a jewel of Columbia County architecture: and regional artists. Avant-garde painting and Olana—the masterstroke of Frederic Church, sculpture. Exhilarating musicals. And classical one of America’s premier landscape painters. concerts of every size and shape. His Persian-style mansion offers sweeping views Here, renowned artists, inspired by tranquility, of the Hudson that will take your breath away. make their home, following in the footsteps of Head down to Clermont, the 18th century manor Frederic Church, Thomas Cole, Sanford Gifford home, and celebrate Clermont’s Fulton-Livingston and other painters of the Hudson River school. steamboat bicentennial in 2007. Wander through Today, galleries dot the country and grace our the Federal mansion of James Vanderpoel, whose towns and villages. period furnishings take you back to Our renowned film festival, Film Columbia offers a gentler age. Enjoy the Georgian world-premieres in a small-town, main street and Italianate home of our eighth movie theatre that dates back to Chaplin’s era. president, MartinVan Buren. Or, You can take in a play, a poetry reading, or be journey into classic simplicity with charmed by an old-time band. You’ll encounter a the Shaker way of life and the fore- hotbed of folk and bluegrass most collection of its culture. Visit the humble music. Opera, chamber music, schoolhouse whose master was the model for dance, it’s all here, year- Ichabod Crane. And save room in your historic round, for your pleasure. journey for one of the world’s most unusual museums: the American Museum of Firefighting.

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If shopping is your favorite sport, you’ll love Festivals & Fairs Columbia County. What’s the secret to great food? Buy fresh and buy That’s because the hunting here is an absolute local. And for gourmets, gourmands and foodies, delight, with treasures at every turn. Antiques, fine Columbia County is the place to shop. From our art, gifts, home furnishings, jewelry— the county’s fresh orchards come crisp Macintosh and Empire bounty is overflowing. apples, cider, oven-hot donuts and apple pies. You can sample luscious raspberries, Amid the mansions of sea captains and merchants buttery sweet corn, peaches, or lies one of the premier antiquing centers in the tomatoes right off the vine. country—Hudson, New York. More than 65 Country markets dot the antiques shops line Warren Street and meandering backroads with its side streets. Lose track of time, just-picked produce, home- stroll from shop to shop, but made jellies and jams, maple prepare to be amazed at what syrup, and tempting bakery delights. you find in one leisurely walk. In season, there are countless fairs and festivals Throughout Columbia County, celebrating music, antiques, the arts and seasons. from the meandering Hudson Visitors come from the world over to the Grey Fox River to the rugged Berkshire Bluegrass Festival, Hudson ArtsWalk, or the foothills, you’ll finding charming shops Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. And of course, the with wonderful surprises and the kind of laid-back grandaddy of them all, the Columbia County Fair! service that is a hallmark of our wonderful county.

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Take a tour through American history and experience our o Seeing & Doing unique American heritage: A Dutch colonial homestead, mansions of t

prominent early American families, the home of our 8th president, s Outdoors and the Moorish villa of a major Hudson River School painter. i

Every traveler, in every season, delights in H ■ Clermont State Historic Site www.nps.gov/mava. The home and Columbia County’s outdoors. off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240, farm of the eighth president of the United www.friendsofclermont.org. Livingston States.; open May - Oct 9-4:30pm daily family estate. Tours April 1 - Oct 31, ■ Millay Poetry Trail at Steepletop Deep within our rolling hills and quiet landscapes, Tues- Sun and Mon holidays 11am-5pm; East Hill Rd – 2 miles from Rt 22, Nov 1 - March 31 weekends 11am-4pm. you’ll discover the time of your life. An invigorating Austerlitz; www.millay.org. Half-mile Grounds and historic gardens open all country road for walking is marked with hike in our forests. A round of golf in a countryside year for picnicking, hiking, cross country favorite nature poems by Edna St. Vincent skiing, and fabulous views. Vehicle Fee Millay, ending at her family’s final resting setting. Trout in our crystal streams. A ski trail just April 1 - Oct 31 (refunded with the purchase ground. Open all year. of a tour ticket) waiting to be conquered. ■ ■ Columbia County Museum* Olana State Historic Site 5 Albany Ave, Kinderhook Village; 5720 Rt 9G, south of Hudson; Nature lovers soak up the untamed beauty of Bash 758-9265, www.cchsny.org. 828-0135, www.olana.org. Home of Hudson River School painter Frederic Exhibits and research library; Mon, Wed, Church. The 250 acre grounds are open Bish Falls. Cyclists glide down quiet country lanes. Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-4pm Sun 12-4pm year around from 8am – sunset for hiking, Families swim in our state parks. Leaf peepers ■ FASNY Museum of Firefighting picnicking, cross country skiing as well as 117 Harry Howard Ave, Hudson; concerts and special events. Please call for gasp at hillsides of stunning reds and 822-1875 or 877-347-3687, current house tour schedule. www.fasnyfiremuseum.com. More than ■ Parker-O’Malley Air Museum golds. Skiers glide down fresh 50,000 square feet of fire engines, equipment 435 County Rt 20 (off Rt 9H) Ghent; and gear depict the history of firefighting snow at Catamount. Race fans 392-7200, www.parkeromalley.org over 300 years. Children’s activities include thrill to lightning-quick action creative play on select fire engines and 1920s -1940s flying vintage aircraft, war interactive activities. Daily 9-4:30 closed memorabilia, wind tunnel, flight simulator. at one of New York State’s best Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Free By appointment only DIRT & NHRA tracks: Lebanon admission and wheelchair accessible. ■ Robert Jenkins House & Museum ■ Hudson Athens Lighthouse 113 Warren St, Hudson; 828-9764 Valley Speedway & Dragway 1811 Federal style home housing the city of

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o The northern-most lighthouse on the t ■ Samuel Tilden Gravesite

corner the views of Columbia County’s landscape s i Hudson River rises from the river like a tiny H Cemetery of the Evergreens, Cemetery Rd, y t gem. Tours offered the second Saturday are unforgettable. The towering Catskills and rolling n off Rt 22, New Lebanon. 1876 presidential u

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u Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9265, the wonder of the silent woods or let your senses l ■ Shaker Museum and Library o C www.cchsny.org. 1737 Dutch farmhouse, 88 Shaker Museum Rd (off Cty Rt 13), e

overflow with the rush of a pristine stream. Fresh, h used in Scorsese’s The Age of Innocence; t Old Chatham; 794-9100, y includes circa 1920 Ichabod Crane b www.shakermuseumandlibrary.org.

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in Columbia County. e 1013 Old Post Rd (off Rt 9H), in nearby New Lebanon, self guided tours n

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i Collectibles ■ Kinderhook Antiques Center 19 State Rt 23; 851-7257 or Rt 9H; 758-7939, Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. p [email protected], Thurs-Mon Early glass, textiles, books, furniture/ iron- 9-4pm, Variety of furniture, glass, and ware & tools, kitchen collectibles, china & p collectibles at reasonable prices accessories at reasonable prices

o Copake ■ Pavilion Gallery/RH Blackburn & Associates, INC h ■ Copake Auction, Inc 17 Broad St; 758-1788, 266 Cty Rt 7A; 329-1142, www.RHBantiques.com, call for S www.copakeauction.com, hours vary, hours. American period paintings, prints, please call. Specializing in Americana furniture, decorative accessories, books, Something old. Columbia County draws antique lovers sales and annual specialty auctions oriental rugs

& from everywhere, seeking furniture, lamps, glassware, dishes, including the antique bicycle auction, which is the largest of its kind. New Lebanon silverware, jewelry, books, vintage toys and more for their homes, ■ The Corner Store s East Chatham gifts or private collections. In addition to the many shops and Rt 20 (corner of West Street)

e auctions throughout the county, the city of Hudson is one of the ■ Antiques at Peaceable Farm 794-9191, Wed-Mon 10am-5pm 983 Rt 295; 392-5157, seasonal Antique furniture and collectible glass and u major antique centers in the Northeast. afternoon hours. Country furniture, gen- china; specialize in furniture refinishing eral line of antique and collectible items, and repair q Something new. Exciting discoveries can also be found in

i including antique dolls; offer chair seating ■ the many diverse and charming stores in and around the towns Meissner’s Auctions House t services – cane, splint, rush, and Shaker tape Rts 20 & 22; 766-5002, and villages. From unique handcrafts to designer clothes, home www.meissnersauction.com, Sat &

n Hillsdale furnishings to custom jewelry, local foodstuffs to original art, Sun, 10am-5pm, Tues-Fri 8am-4pm. ■ Hillsdale Barn Antiques 60-70 antique auctions per year. Antique

A you’ll find special items for your home or yourself that you 10394 State Rt 22; 325-1357, shop open year round won’t find at the mall. www.hillsdalebarnantiques.com, ■ Meissner’s Victorian House April-Nov Fri, Sat, Sun 11-5 and by Antiques chance; July-Oct – open most days Rts 20 & 22; 766-5002, Austerlitz ■ Pitkin Co. Refinishers & 10-5 and by chance; a call ahead is www.meissnersauction.com, always welcome and suggested. Wed-Sun, 8am-4pm. A large selection ■ Antiques William A. Gustafson Antiques 14 River St – On Central Square; American country furniture including painted of fine antiques, collectibles and paintings Rts 22 & 203; 392-2845, hours by appt. 392-3162, Mon-Fri 8am-5pm & pieces, country accessories, folk art, hooked Spencertown Canaan Sat 8am-12pm. Specializes in Antique rugs, quilts, stoneware and baskets from furniture – all periods & types the 18th to early 20th centuries; ■ Spencertown Art & Antiques ■ Iris Cottage Rt 203; 392-4442, by appt only. ■ Route 66 Antiques 2068 Rt 295; 781-4379, hours by appt. Hudson Reasonably priced fine paintings, prints, 14 Main St; 392-6878, April 15-Jan, Early American (pre-1890) pattern glass art, Americana, antique firearms, furniture Wed-Sun, 11am-5pm. Vintage fine ■ Hudson Antique Dealers ■ Sandy Klempner Antiques bakelite jewelry & objects, vintage designer Association & Interiors costume jewelry, vintage designer silver & 70 antique shops fill five historic 2188 Rt 295; 781-4141 or copper jewelry, vintage purses, 20th C. walking blocks on Warren Street, www.sandyklempnerantiques.com, modern occasional furniture, lighting, & 822-6522, www.hudsonantiques.net. Fri-Sun 10am-5pm or by chance accessories An amazing array and range of merchandise, or appt. Expect the unexpected in ■ spanning all continents and centuries, can Decorative, Architectural, Folk Art and Welcome Home Antique Center be found in Hudson’s antique shops. Country Antiques, as well as one-of-a-kind 34 Main St; 392-5848, Sun 11am-3pm, Formal, country, art modern, European and home furnishings. Interior Design services Mon 10am-5pm, Wed 12-5pm, Thurs- American furniture, clocks, architectural also offered Sat 10am-5pm. Five dealers featuring an eclectic mix of owners’ favorites; jewelry, items, garden furniture, rugs, paintings, Chatham Center accessories, furniture, linens, and lots of fun. porcelains, lighting, ephemera, and Stuyvesant ■ The White Goose “Feel free to snoop – just like at Grandma’s” decorative accessories abound in Hudson. 317 Reed Rd (off Rt 66 between Claverack Generally, most shops are open Thursday ■ Scratch Your Head Antiques Malden Bridge and Chatham Center); through Tuesday, closed on Wednesday. and Collectibles ■ Bryant Farms AGA Sales 766-3909, daily March-Nov, 9am-4pm, ■ Stair Galleries – Auctioneer 1484 Rt 9; 799-6801, Call for an appt. Rt 9H & 23; 851-9061, Fri 10am- Dec-Feb by chance or call ahead. and Appraisers Browse our shop full of yesterday’s treasures! A variety of antiques and collectibles 5pm, Sat & Sun 8am-5pm. Antiques, Furniture, glassware, country collectibles used furniture, collectibles and auctions 549 Warren Street; 751-1000, Chatham Village scheduled first Friday of the month www.stairgalleries.com, Hours by Valatie appt. Small auction house specializing in ■ Mark Feder & Son ■ The Dutch House ■ JGA Antique & Collectibles estate merchandise, including antiques, fine 3025 Main Street; 758-6393, 161 Hudson Ave (Rt 66); 392-3738, 179 Rt 23; 851-2011,call for hours and decorative art, furnishings and decora- hours by appt. Antique sterling silver ■ Wed-Mon 10:30am-5:30pm Michael Dunn Antiques/ tions. Twenty auctions a year at the Gallery A general line of antiques featuring flatware (discontinued & obsolete patterns), Works of Art small furniture and decorative accessories furniture, estate jewelry, costume jewelry, Rt 23B, 851-7052, by appt only. glassware, Fine Art, decorative art, linens Chinese & Asian antiques

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t VISUAL ARTS ■ CCCA ArtsWalk – The annual ArtsWalk,

r slated for the first week in October, showcases ■ American Pie – Hall Space Gallery the work of Columbia County’s visual artists. – 41 Main St, Chatham; 392-6632 ArtsWalk attracts over 6000 visitors to see A ■ Columbia Berkshire Craft Guild – over 120 art exhibits and demonstrations, as An artist-run organization dedicated to well as concerts, dance performances, poetry readings, lectures, and related happenings. e providing networking opportunities for Contact the Columbia County Council on the artists, access to the arts for the general Arts at 671-6213 or www.artscolumbia.org h public and education and mentoring of young artists. www.cbcraftguild.org ■ Hudson Opera House (Exhibits, Performances, Lectures, Workshops) – T Columbia County is alive with cultural activities. ■ The Fields Sculpture Park 327 Warren St; 822-1438, ART/OMI, Inc – 59 Letter S Rd www.hudsonoperahouse.org A wide choice of venues beckons you to enjoy the performing, (off Cty Rt 22 & Rt 9H), Ghent; ■ 392-2181, www.artomi.org Hudson Valley Art Center – visual, literary, and architectural arts, many of them linked to 337 Warren St; 828-2661, the stunning natural beauty of the county. Theaters and stages ■ Knapp Hollow Gallery – www.fncraft.com offer classic and new dramas, comedies, musicals, performance art 119 Rodman Rd, Hillsdale; 325-5125 ■ Imari Arts – 430 Union St, ■ or multimedia presentations. Visit indoor galleries and outdoor Masterpiece Arts & Framing – 828-2661, www.ImariArts.com 1 Chatham St, Kinderhook; 758-6900 ■ exhibits where you can view and purchase the work of established J. Damiani Gallery – 437 Warren ■ Millay Colony for the Arts – St; 828-5490; fine paintings and and up-and-coming artists. For more information contact 454 East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; 392-3103, photographs by Joan Damiani the Columbia County Council on the Arts; 518-671-6213 or www.millaycolony.org ■ John Davis Gallery – 1 www.artscolumbia.org. ■ Park Row Gallery – 2 Park Row, 362 /2 Warren St; 828-5907, Chatham; 392-4800 www.johndavisgallery.com ■ ■ Sculpture in Nature – Limner Gallery – 123 Warren St; 828-2343, www.slowart.com/limner ■ a contemporary tour – Columbia PERFORMING ARTS Spencertown Academy County Council on the Arts, ■ Marianne Courville Gallery – Arts Center – Rt 203, 341 Warren St, Third Floor; 755-4208, ■ Amble Dance – 209 Warren St, Hudson; 671-6213, Spencertown; 392-3693, www.sculptureandnature.org [email protected] 710 Rt 217, Mellenville (outside www.spencertownacademy.org ■ ■ Museum of the Imagination – of Philmont); 672-0034 ■ Spencertown Academy Stageworks/Hudson – 41 Cross St Arts Center – 217 Warren St (2nd Floor); 671-6711 ■ Clarion Concerts in (opposite Amtrak), Hudson; 828-7843, Rt 203, Spencertown; 392-3693, ■ Columbia County – www.stageworkshudson.org Nicole Fiacco Gallery – www.spencertownacademy.org 506 Warren St; 828-5090 PO Box 43, Copake; 329-5613 ■ Tannery Pond Concerts at the ■ Sun Farm – Land art/solar ■ Ornamentum – ■ Columbia Arts Team “CAT” – Mt. Lebanon Shaker Village – alignments; Claverack; 851-7225, 506 1/2 Warren St; 671-6770 Copake Memorial Park Building, off Rt 20, New Lebanon; 888-820-1696 www.sky-spirals.org ■ Peter Jung Fine Arts – Copake; 329-5484, ■ The Theater Barn – www.columbiaartsteam.org ■ Taconic Sculpture Park & Gallery 512 Warren St; 828-2698 Rt 20, New Lebanon; 794-8989, – Stever Hill Rd, Spencertown; www.theaterbarn.com ■ Richard Sena Gallery – ■ Copake Theatre Company – www.taconic.net/kanwit ■ 238 Warren St; 828-1996, Empire Rd (off the Circle), Time & Space Limited, ■ www.rsenagallery.com Copake; 325-1234, TSL Warehouse – Thinking Out Loud – www.copaketheatrecompany.com 434 Columbia St, Hudson; 822-8448, 3001 Main St, Valatie; 758-8633; ■ Rose Gallery – 444 Warren St, www.timeandspace.org arts education space offering ceramics 671-6128, [email protected] ■ Diamond Opera Theater – classes and children’s arts & crafts ■ Hudson; 828-7042, ■ Upstate Productions, INC – classes; [email protected] Sharada Gallery – 433 Warren St, www.diamondoperatheater.org PO Box 1177, Hudson, 828-9750, www.sharadagallery.com www.upstageproductionsinc.org ■ ■ Four Nations Ensemble – City of Hudson Time & Space Limited, TLS ■ Walking the Dog Theater – ■ Warehouse – 434 Columbia St; www.fournations.org Art Design Digression – 822-8448, www.timeandspace.org Ghent; 392-0131, www.wtdtheater.org 22 Park Place; 822-9763 ■ Ghent Band – Ghent & ■ ■ Winter Walk on Kinderhook, July & August; 828-3375 BCB Art – 116 Warren St; Warren Street – FILM 828-4539, www.BCBART.com ■ Holiday revelers ride in The Ghent Playhouse – Ghent; ■ 392-6264, www.ghentplayhouse.org Film Columbia – ■ Carrie Haddad Gallery – carriages, drawn by Crandell Theater, Chatham Village; 622 Warren St; 828-1915, teams of horses,up ■ Hudson River Classic Play 392-1162, www.filmcolumbia.com www.carriehaddadgallery.com and down Warren Readings – Hudson; 851-7244 Street, Hudson’s ■ Spencertown Academy ■ Columbia County Council on main thoroughfare. ■ Hudson Opera House – Arts Center – the Arts – 209 Warren St; 671-6213, Carolers dressed in 327 Warren St, Hudson; 822-1438, Rt 203, Spencertown; 392-3693, www.artscolumbia.org Victorian costumes www.hudsonoperahouse.org www.spencertownacademy.org sing songs of the ■ Deborah Davis Fine Art – ■ ■ Time & Space Limited, season. Musical ensem- Hudson Valley Choral Society – 345 Warren St; 822-1890, bles and dancers perform Hudson; 672-4475 TSL Warehouse – www.ddfagallery.com in the many shops that fill the 434 Columbia St, Hudson; 822-8448, street. It’s a scene evocative of days gone ■ Mac-Haydn Theatre – www.timeandspace.org ■ The Gallery at 1925 Rt 203, outside Chatham Village; Stageworks/Hudson – by. The Hudson Opera House presents ■ Winter Walk on Warren Street. This free 392-9292, www.machaydntheatre.org The Chatham Film Club – 41 Cross St (opposite Amtrak), Hudson; P.O. Box 181, East Chatham; 828-7843,www.stageworkshudson.org event on the first Saturday of Dec., ■ PS/21 – Rt 66, Chatham; Films shown at the Crandell Theatre, 5pm-8pm is a holiday tradition. Contact 392-6121, www.ps21chatham.org Chatham Village; 392-3445, ■ Hitchcock & Eve – 624 Warren St; Hudson Opera House at 822-1438 or www.thechathamfilmclub.com 822-0106, www.hitchcockandeve.com visit ww.hudsonoperahouse.org

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■ Celebration of Celts ■ Open Studio Tour at Art Omi The Great Outdoors are really great all year round in A The sights, sounds, taste, and music of the View works of thirty artists-in-residence at Columbia County. With its rolling hills, pristine lakes, rushing eight Celtic Nations. the Art Omi International Artist Residency. streams, dense forests, wide fields and meadows, mountain r Meadowgreens Restaurant and Golf Letter S Rd, Ghent, (212) 206-5684, Course, 1238 Rt 9H, Ghent www.artomi.org Late July trails, and winding roads, Columbia County is a giant outdoor o

www.celebrationofcelts.com ■ playground. So whatever outdoor fun means to you — o First weekend in May Blueberry Festival 19th C. craft demonstrations, music, swimming, boating, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, ■ Family Fest Blueberry pancake breakfast and more. running, cycling, skiing, snowmobiling, golfing, tennis, bird d Fireworks, music, rides, food and fun. Old Austerlitz site, Rt 22, Austerlitz, watching or a game of lawn croquet — Columbia County is t Columbia County Fairgrounds, Rt 66, Austerlitz Historical Society, Chatham Village, 392-2121, 392-0062, www.oldausterlitz.org the place to enjoy doing it. u www.columbiafair.com/otherevents. Last Saturday in July

html July 4, 3-10pm O ■ Steamboat Days at Clermont ■ Independence Day Celebration Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the ATTRACTIONS skating, cross country skiing & snowmobile 18th century music, entertainment, food maiden voyage of Robert Fulton’s North trails; deer & turkey hunting (bow only) and fireworks. River Steamboat. ■ Catamount Ski & in designated areas in season. Camping Clermont State Historic Site, Clermont State Historic Site, One Snowboarding Area season: May-October; park open YR – Off Rt 9G, Clermont, 537-4240, Clermont Ave, (off Rt 9G), Clermont 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200, fee to enter Memorial Day – Labor Day www.catamountski.com. 32 Trails, www.friendsofclermont.org 537-4240, www.friendsofclermont.org ■ Lebanon Valley Speedway July 4, 12-10pm August 18 & 19 3 terrain parks, 6 lifts – including triple chair Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-9606, & all new quad, lessons, rentals, night skiing, www.lebanonvalley.com. DIRT ■ Strawberry Shortcake Festival ■ Columbia County Fair children’s lessons & child care. 98% snow- sanctioned stock car racing; Saturdays Celebrate Independence Day with Nightly entertainment, daily livestock shows, making. For conditions call 800-342-1840 mid-April – Sept, call for mid-week Strawberry Shortcake and the reading of petting zoo, midway rides, food vendors. ■ the Declaration of Independence. Columbia County Fairgrounds, Columbia County Fairgrounds special events during July and Aug Rt 66 & 203, Chatham Village; Shaker Museum and Library, 88 Shaker Rt 66, Chatham Village, 392-2121 ■ Lebanon Valley Dragway Museum Rd, Old Chatham, 794-9100 www.columbiafair.com 392-2121, www.columbiafair.com. Home of one of the oldest continuously Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-7130, www.shakermuseumandlibrary.org Labor Day weekend, 10am-11pm daily www.dragway.com. NHRA sanctioned July 4, 9am-noon held fairs in the country featuring midway, ■ Art at Steepletop entertainment, firefighter’s parade, drag racing; April – Oct Annual Festival at Millay Colony featuring fireworks; always over Labor Day weekend ■ Taconic State Park former residents’ work. 10am-11pm daily Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls; 454 East Hill Rd, Austerlitz, Millay ■ 329-3993, www.nysparks.com/parks. Colony for the Arts, 392-4144, Harlem Valley Rail Trail Access – Undermountain Rd, off Camping (tent, trailer, cabins & cottages), www.millaycolony.org Late September Rt 22, Ancram – Valley View Rd, swimming; fishing; extensive trail system ■ CCCA Arts Walk Copake – Taconic State Park Entrance offering biking and nature trails, nature Cutting edge art, sculpture, dance, and (near Depot Deli), Copake Falls, center, cross country skiing and snowmobile music over two weekends in early October. HVRT Assoc; 789-9591, www.hvrt.org. trails; Bash Bish Falls; deer hunting in season. Warren St, Hudson, Columbia County A paved bicycle/pedestrian path built on Camping season: mid-May – Nov (cabin Council on the Arts, 671-5213, the old railroad bed that connected New rentals extended for hunters); park open www.artscolumbia.org Early October York City, the Harlem Valley, and Chatham year round – fee to enter Memorial Day – Labor Day ■ Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival ■ Film Columbia ■ Hudson Cruises, Inc A wide range of bluegrass, acoustic and An exciting weekend of film premieres and Office: 234 Warren St, Hudson; boat AVIATION – dance music. meet-the-filmmaker events. located: Waterfront Park, Front St, SCENIC RIDES Rothvoss Farm, Rothvoss Rd, off Cty Crandell Theater, Main St, Chatham, Hudson; 822-1014, www.hudson- ■ Rt 3, Ancramdale, 888-946-8495 392-1162 – Calliope Nicholas, cruises.com. Paddle-wheeled 150-passen- Columbia County www.grefoxbluegrass.com www.filmcolumbia.com October ger vessel, sightseeing, dinner and Sunday Balloon Flights Early July (after Independence Day) brunch cruises. Also available for charter Valatie, 758-2721, [email protected] ■ A Winter Walk on Warren Street cruises for all occasions. April – Oct; please ■ ■ Richmor Aviation, Inc Falcon Ridge Folk Festival A Winter Wonderland featuring traditional call for weekly schedule Columbia County Airport, Ghent a four-day community of folk music and contemporary entertainment, shops, ■ and dance. food and more. Lake Taghkanic State Park 828-9461, www.richmor.com. Dodds Farm, 44 County Rt 7D, Warren St, Hudson, 822-1438, One mile south of the Rt 82 ■ interchange with the Taconic State Russ Barber Hot Air Hillsdale, 866-325-2744 www.hudsonoperahouse.org Balloon Rides www.falconridgefolk.com Mid-July First Saturday in December, 5-8pm Parkway or 1528 Rt 82; 851-3631, www.nysparks.com/parks. Stockport, 828-3735, www.balloonbedandbreakfast.com Call 800-724-1846 and ask for the Columbia County Calendar of Events. Camping (tent, trailer, cottages, and cabins), Please call the various venues to confirm dates. swimming, boat rentals, trails, ice fishing,

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ART/OMI, Inc i ■ Bash Bish Bicycle

Letter S Rd, Ghent; 392-7656 t

Copake Falls; 329-4962, i ■ www.bashbishbicycle.com Greenport Conservation Area

Daisy Hill Rd, off Joslen Blvd, v ■ Charlie’s Bike Shop Greenport; Columbia Land i

North Hillsdale; 325-3986 Conservancy, 392-5252, t ■ G Pulver’s Glass Inc www.clctrust.org Hudson; 828-0217 ■ Hand Hollow Conservation Area c ■ Cty Rt 9, New Lebanon, Columbia Steiner’s Sports Land Conservancy, 392-5252, A Valatie, 784-3663; Hudson, www.clctrust.org ■ 828-5063, www.steinerssports.com ■ HIKING TRAILS River Street Park r Harlem Valley Rail Trail River St, Valatie; 758-9806 see page 13 ■ Beebe Hill State Forest

HVRT Assoc, 789-9591, o for more details Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236* ■ Taconic State Park

Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993 o ■ Harvey Mountain State Forest ■ Borden’s Pond Conservation Area East Hill Rd (off Rt 22, near the I-90 Off Rt 203, outside Chatham Village, ■ Wilson M Powell Wildlife B-3 Exit), Austerlitz; 828-0236* Columbia Land Conservancy Sanctuary d ■ 392-5252, www.clctrust.org Hunt Club Rd, Old Chatham, t High Falls Conservation Area www.alandevoebirdclub.org

Roxbury Road (off Rt 217), Philmont ■ Clermont State Historic Site u Columbia Land Conservancy, Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240 HUNTING 392-5252, www.clctrust.org ■ Crellin Community Park ■ Beebe Hill State Forest O ■ Lake Taghkanic State Park Rt 66, outside of Chatham Village Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236* Taghkanic; 851-3631 ■ Drowned Land Swamp ■ Harvey Mountain State Forest BICYCLING ■ Martin Van Buren Park Conservation Area East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; 828-0236* Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9689 Cty Rt 3 (off Rt 22), Ancram; Columbia ■ Harlem Valley Rail Trail ■ Houtalings Island – Boat access only ■ Land Conservancy, 392-5252 Access – Undermountain Rd, off New Forge State Forest ■ Rt 82, Taghkanic; 828-0236* ■ Greenport Conservation Area Lake Taghkanic State Park Rt 22, Ancram – Valley View Rd, 851-3631; Bow season only Copake – Taconic State Park ■ Daisy Hill Rd, off Joslen Blvd, Olana State Historic Site ■ Entrance (near Depot Deli), Copake Rt 9G, 828-0135 Greenport; Columbia Land Lido’s Game Farm/Hunt Club Conservancy, 392-5252, Berkshire Rd, Taghkanic; 329-1551 Falls, HVRT Assoc; 789-9591 ■ Pachaquack Preserve www.clctrust.org Private Elm Street, Valatie; 758-9806 BOAT LAUNCH SITES ■ Hand Hollow Conservation Area ■ New Forge State Forest ■ ■ Copake Lake River Street Park Cty Rt 9, New Lebanon, Columbia New Forge Rd, Taghkanic; 828-0236* River Street, Valatie; 758-9806 Land Conservancy, 392-5252, ■ ■ Hudson River www.clctrust.org Quality Adventures INC ■ Taconic State Park Guide Service Front Street, Hudson; off Ct Rt 35A, Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993 ■ Germantown Harlem Valley Rail Trail Stottville; 822-9353; HVRT Assoc, 789-9591, see page 13 licensed hunting and fishing guide ■ Kinderhook Lake GOLFING for more details ■ Rogers Island State Wildlife Cty Rt 28, Kinderhook; car top boats ■ Campbell’s Hillside ■ Harvey Mountain State Forest Management Area with electric motors only Driving Range Access – East Hill Rd, Austerlitz; Greenport, Boat access only Bloody Hill Rd, Craryville; 325-6651 ■ Lake Taghkanic State Park 828-0236* ■ ■ Taconic State Park Rt 82, Taghkanic; permit required Copake Country Club ■ High Falls Conservation Area Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993; Copake; 325-4338 ■ Queechy Lake Roxbury Rd (off Rt 217), Philmont, bow and rifle hunting – deer only www.copakecountryclub.com Cty Rt 30, Canaan; car top only Columbia Land Conservancy, ■ Farmer’s Range 392-5252, www.clctrust.org KYACKING CROSS COUNTRY SKIING Rt 203, Valatie ■ Lake Taghkanic State Park ■ Outdoor Pursuits Adventure ■ Beebe Hill State Forest ■ Ghent Driving Range Off Taconic State Parkway or Rt 82, Guide Services, LLC Cty Rt 5, Austerlitz; 828-0236* County Rt 9 & Hugo Dr, Ghent; Taghkanic; 851-3631 North Fourth St, Hudson; 671-6270; 672-7996 or 672-7922 www.outdoorpursuits.us ■ Borden’s Pond Conservation Area ■ Martin Van Buren Park Off Rt 203, outside Chatham Village, ■ Meadowgreens Golf Course Rt 9H, Kinderhook; 758-9689 *For more information— Columbia Land Conservancy & Restaurant ■ New Forge State Forest NY State Forest Ranger 392-5252, www.clctrust.org Rt 9H, Ghent; 828-0663 New Forge Rd, Taghkanic; 828-0236* Chris Dicintio 828-0236 ■ ■ Clermont State Historic Site Triple Nickel Golf Center ■ Olana State Historic Site Off Rt 9G, Clermont; 537-4240 New Lebanon; 794-7270 Rt 9G, Hudson; 828-0135 www.thetriplenickel.com Birdwatchers’ ■ ■ Crellin Community Park ■ Ooms Conservation Area at Paradise Rt 66, outside of Chatham Village Undermountain Golf Course, Inc Sutherland Pond Undermountain Rd, Ancram; Columbia County is a ■ Hartigan Rd, Chatham; Columbia welcoming haven for Drowned Land Swamp 329-4444, www.undermountaingolf.com Land Conservancy, 392-5252, more than 260 species of Conservation Area ■ Winding Brook Country Club www.clctrust.org birds and the people who love Cty Rt 3, Ancram; Columbia Land them. For a free copy of our Columbia Rt 203, Valatie; 758-7054 ■ Pachaquack Preserve Conservancy, 392-5252 www.windingbrookcountryclub.com County Bird Guide, call (800) 724-1846, Elm St, Valatie; 758-9806 or visit ww.bestcountryroads.com/birding.

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■ “What do we do with the kids?” Swimming, fishing, A SANCTUARIES/ Rogers Island State Wildlife A PRESERVES Management Area a special rollerblade center, visits to working farms, pick-your- ’

r Hallenbeck Rd, Greenport ■ Freund Wildlife Sanctuary own orchards, walks through nature preserves and the full range ■ Stockport Creek State s

o Pitt Rd, Old Chatham Wetland Preservation Area of winter sports are among the many ways children of all ages

■ Hudson River Islands State Park d o Cty Rt 25, Stockport can have fun, excitement and even a learning experience. on the River, access by boat only i ■ Wilson M Powell Wildlife And don’t miss the annual Columbia County Fair, one of the d ■ Lewis A Swyer Preserve

Sanctuary K t Mill Creek Boardwalk, Rt 9J, Hunt Club Rd, Old Chatham, oldest county fairs in America. Stuyvesant www.alandevoebirdclub.org u ■ Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center SWIMMING O Rt 66, Ghent; 828-4386 ■ Catamount Ski & pigs, ducks, goat, lambs, chickens, prairie ■ dogs, peacock and other baby animals that ■ Knickerbocker Lake Snowboarding Area Nutton Hook State Rt 9 outside Valatie 3290 Rt 23, Hillsdale; 325-3200, children may feed. Entrance fee varies. Unique Area Open June – November ■ Lake Taghkanic State Park www.catamountski.com Rt 9J, Stuyvesant For snow conditions call 800-342-1840 Taconic State Parkway or Rt 82, ■ ■ Pachaquack Preserve 32 Trails, 3 terrain parks, 6 lifts - including Mud Creek Environmental Taghkanic; 851-3631 Elm Street, Valatie; 758-9806 triple chair & all new quad, lessons, Learning Center Rt 66, Ghent; CC Soil & Water, ■ ■ Taconic State Park rentals, night skiing, children's lessons and Rheinstrom Hill 828-4386 Audubon Center Rt 344, Copake Falls; 329-3993 child care. 98% snowmaking ■ Cambridge Rd., Hillsdale ■ Chatham Bowl & Mill Creek Boardwalk Side Door Grille Lewis A Swyer Preserve, Rt 9J, 248 Rt 295, Chatham, 392-5050. Stuyvesant Family Fun ■ g Nutton Hook State ■ Hudson Cruises, INC Unique Area n Rt 9J, Stuyvesant

i Waterfront Park, Front St, Hudson, 822-1014, www.hudsoncruises.com. ■ Old Chatham n Offers Dinning, Dancing and Scenic Sheepherding Co Farm i Cruises, Sunday Brunch Cruises 99 Shaker Museum Rd, Old ■ Chatham; 794-7733. Visit this farm D Lake Taghkanic State Park One mile south of the Rt 82 inter- and watch milking and cheese making. change with the Taconic State Watch for their Farm Day the last Saturday Parkway or 1528 Rt 82; 851-3631, in April www.nysparks.com/parks ■ Skate Factory/SFX Skatepark Camping season: May – October; park 1131 Rt 9H, Ghent 822-8453, When you work up an appetite, Columbia County open YR – fee to enter Memorial Day – www.skatefactory.net Labor Day, see page 13 for more details www.sfxtreme.com has lots of delicious ways to satisfy it. You can start the day ■ Roller skating, roller hockey, skate boarding, Lebanon Valley Dragway special events, parties, disc jockey with a hearty country breakfast, stop at a charming eatery for 1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-7130, lunch and end the day with a candlelight dinner. With so many www.dragway.com. NHRA sanctioned ■ Taconic State Park choices – classic American diners, old fashioned drag racing. April – October Rt 344, off Rt 22, Copake Falls family-friendly restaurants, coffee shops, ■ 329-3993, www.nysparks.com/parks Lebanon Valley Speedway Camping season: mid-May – November vegetarian cafes, taverns, country 1746 Rt 20, West Lebanon; 794-9606, (cabin rentals extended for hunters); park www.lebanonvalley.com open YR – fee to enter Memorial Day – inns, ethnic and gourmet dining DIRT sanctioned stock car racing; Saturdays Labor Day, see page 13 for more details spots – you’re never far from a mid-April – September, call for mid-week place to go when you hunger for special events during July and August ■ Wilson M Powell ■ Wildlife Sanctuary something good to eat. Petting Zoo at Love Apple Farm Hunt Club Rd, off Cty Rt 13, 1421 Rt 9H, Ghent; 828-5048 Old Chatham For a complete listing of restaurants www.loveapplefarm.com and dining options, visit Visit the petting zoo, featuring a calf, llama, www.bestcountryroads.com/eating

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r Numerous farm markets, roadside stands and orchards ■ Sir William Farm Market ■ Samascott’s Orchards*

t 4160 Cty Rt 7, Craryville (1/4 mile 5 Sunset Ave; 758-7224; bring Columbia County’s rural nature to life. One of the special south of Rt 23); 325-3105, www.samascott.com

n 325-5099 (fax) highlights for visitors is savoring the harvest of fresh local ■ Staron Farm Market

u fruits and vegetables. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, Rt 203 & Merwin Rd; 392-2920 Ghent watermelons, cherries, peaches, apples, pears, lettuces, broccoli, ■ Yonder’s Fruit Farms* o ■ Hawthorne Valley Farm Rt 9, outside Valatie; 758-7011 runner beans, squashes, eggplant, cabbages, potatoes, tomatoes, Cty Rt 21C, Harlemville; 672-7500; C pumpkins, and corn are some of the things you can buy, or even www.hawthornevalleyfarm.com Livingston ■ pick your own. What’s more, delicious honeys, preserves, jellies, Love Apple Farm* ■ 1421 Rt 9H; 828-5048, Fix Brothers Orchards* relishes, cakes, pies, cheeses, cider and other prepared foods let www.loveapplefarm.com 215 Birch Rd, off Cty Rt 10; 828-7560; www.fixbrosfruitfarm.com you take the memories home. Greenport ■ Green Acres Farm* Rt 82 ■ Don Baker Farm 183 Cty Rt 14; 828-9542; ■ Smith Farms * Ancram Claverack www.donbakerfarm.com 200 White Birch Rd (off Cty Rt 10), [email protected], 828-1228 ■ Millerhurst Gardens ■ Bryant Farms ■ Cherry Ridge Farm 3201 Rt 82, Ancramdale Rts 9H & 23; 851-2777 4150 Rt 23; 828-7018 ■ V&R Saulpaugh & Sons 2329 Rt 9; 537-6494 (call first) ■ Thompson Finch Farm* ■ Holmquest Farm ■ Eger Brothers 720 Wiltsie Bridge Rd, off Rt 82; 516 Spook Rock Rd (Cty Rt 29); Intersection of Rts 9, 23, & 31 329-7578; www.thompsonfinch.com Buckley’s Corners 851-9629 New Lebanon Austerlitz ■ Meisner’s Farm Stand Hillsdale ■ Gagen Farm Rts 9 & 23; 851-3714 ■ Braley’s Farm ■ Hillsdale Farmer's Market Rt 22, 1280 Rt 203 ■ Philip Orchard * Town Hall, off Anthony Street, Lebanon Springs 270 Rt 9H; 851-6351 July - Oct, Sat 9am-noon, 325-4165 ■ Hands to Chatham ■ Scarecrow Farm ■ Markristo Farms Work Farm ■ The Berry Farm* Rt 23 2891 Rt 23 Off Rt 20 2309 Rt 203; 392-4609 ■ ■ Shortcake Farms ■ White Oak Farms ■ Chatham Farmer's Market Rt 23 65 Whippoorwill Rd, off Rt 22; Windswept Farm 15 Church Street @ Route 203, ■ Triple H Ranch – 325-3384 392-3353, May - Oct, Fri 4-7pm Old Rt 20 Goat Dairy and Farm Store (between Rt 20 ■ Harry’s Fresh Veggies 28 Fish and Game Road; 828-0651 Hudson & Rt 22) 1268 Rt 295, East Chatham ■ Hudson Farmers Market Clermont North 6th & Columbia Street; Stuyvesant ■ Ronald & Harriet Miller 828-7217, June - Oct, Sat 9-1pm ■ Stuyvesant Farmer’s Market Rt 9 Historic Stuyvesant Railroad Station ■ Larch Hill Farm Kinderhook in Stuyvesant Landing, Riverview St Cty Rt 33 ■ Crazy Arts Plant Farm (off County Rt 26A and Rt 9J), 2197 Rt 9H; 758-7254 June - Oct, Fri 4-8pm, 758-6474 Copake ■ Golden Harvest * ■ Langdonhurst Market 3074 Rt 9, outside Valatie; 758-7683; Taghkanic Cty Rt 7A; 329-7171 www.goldenharvestfarms.com ■ Taconic Orchards ■ Link’s Farmstand ■ Kinderhook Farmers Market 591 Rt 82; 851-7477 3124 Cty Rt 7 Village Square, Rt 9, late Spring - Oct, Sat 8am-noon * Note: “Pick Your Own” ■ North Mountain Nursery & Farm Stand ■ Samascott’s Farm Stand For a complete list of seasonal produce, please 8586 Rt 22; 325-1685 Rt 9; 758-9292; www.samascotts.com visit www.bestcountryroads.com/markets

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n Contemporary architect’s home; guestrooms have private decks to enjoy the views of the Taconic Mountains. 329-2915 o

i ■ The Inn at Silver Maple Farm – E. Chatham t Lovely accommodations, a number with fireplaces, in a beautifully converted barn with all the touches of home, just minutes to museums a and antique shops. 781-3600, www.silvermaplefarm.com

d ■ Milk & Honey B&B – E. Chatham 1790s farmstead surrounded by the Berkshire Hills, nestled on eight acres o with a pond, trout stream and a meadow strewn with wildflowers. 392-7994 ■ Bittersweet Guest House – Gallatin m A lovely country setting equally distanced to sightseeing activities in the There’s Nothing Like a Good Night’s Sleep—in Hudson Valley. 537-5260 m the Country! Some people claim they’ve never had a better ■ Gingerbread Haus – Germantown

o night’s rest than here in Columbia County. Something about Enjoy the views of the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains from this charming 1890s two-story guest apartment. 537-3756

c the fresh air, peaceful vistas, and laid-back charms of life here makes day’s end a destination in itself. So why not plan your ■ The Bell House B&B – Hillsdale c Gracious country inn built in 1830 with antique appointed rooms. Five stay here and settle in at one of Columbia County’s fine country romantic bedrooms with private baths and gourmet breakfast. Set amidst

A inns, or Bed & Breakfasts, city guest houses, hotel or motels. trees, beautiful gardens and a swimming pool. Close to all Columbia and We offer a full package of lodging options and the freedom to Berkshire attractions. 325-3841, www.bellhousebb.com choose from a variety of styles and price ranges when you come ■ Flickers Stage & Screen B&B – Hillsdale to visit. Rest easy, we think a good nights’ sleep in Columbia “Close to Everything & Far From the Ordinary.” Stay with the Stars. County is as easy as, dare we say it, apple pie! Original memorabilia autographs. Cozy accommodations with fireplaces available. 325-6467, www.FlickersBandB.com ■ The Honored Guest B&B – Hillsdale Inn and Bed & Breakfast Descriptions Relax and enjoy the lovingly decorated guestrooms, gourmet breakfast, tea at 4:30 and a nightly turn-down service. 325-9100, www.honoredguest.com ■ Spencertown Extended Stays – Austerlitz Two-bedroom cottage. Three-bedroom carriage barn. Each unit with full ■ Inn at Green River – Hillsdale kitchen and comfortable living spaces. Convenient location in rural Pastoral setting surrounding elegant 1830 country inn with romantic environment. [email protected] or 392-7449 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces & Jacuzzis. Elaborate gourmet breakfasts www.spencertowncountryhouse.com described as a “feast” by The New York Times. 325-7248, www.iagr.com ■ Stephanie’s Guest House – Austerlitz ■ Linden Valley Inn – Hillsdale Beautifully restored 1840 farmhouse located on Green River. Furnished Overlooking Catamount ski area, all rooms offer guests a commanding with antiques and surrounded by lovely gardens. A delectable breakfast view off a private terrace. 325-7100, lindenvalley.tripod.com awaits the visitor in the morning. Open May 1 – October 31. 392-8933, ■ Swiss Hutte Restaurant and Lodging – [email protected] Hillsdale ■ The Grant House – Canaan Charming country inn with a European flair Come enjoy comfortable accommodations for leisure and business travelers overlooking Catamount ski area. 325-3333, in a spacious two room suite. 392-4433 www.swisshutte.com ■ 1805 House B&B – Claverack ■ 446 Warren Street – Hudson B&B offers a quiet pastoral getaway conveniently situated minutes from Elegantly furnished self-catering 1.5 bedroom historic attractions, antique shops and plenty of outdoor activities. apartment with full kitchen and bath in a 851-3327 or 929-5923, www.1805house.com c. 1790 red brick Federal Town House. 828-0520, www.466warrenst.com ■ Thyme in the Country Bed & Breakfast – Claverack ■ Eco-friendly B&B with warm peaceful elegance. Antique beds with new The Country Squire B&B – Hudson Located in Historic Downtown Hudson. Interior is spacious, natural fiber bedding. Organic breakfasts. Salt filtered pool in summer, room palettes relaxing, furnishings are sophisticated but log fires in the winter. 672-5623, www.thymeinthecountrybandb.com comfortable. Recently restored Victorian rich in detail. Convenient to Amtrak. ■ Wagon Way B&B – Claverack 822-9229, www.countrysquireny.com Five minutes from Hudson’s art and antique shops ■ Hudson City B&B – Hudson in historic Claverack, total privacy and comfort A 19th Century Historic Victorian located in the city of Hudson just blocks await. Enjoy home baked breakfasts in the from over 70 antique shops. Eight antique appointed guest rooms await sunroom or by the pool. 851-7524, your arrival. 822-8044, www.hudsoncitybnb.com www.wagonwaybb.com ■ ■ Inn at Ca’Mea – Hudson Mountain View Inn – Copake Four newly renovated rooms with Queen sized beds connected through the This 150-year-old country inn is located on garden to Ca’Mea restaurant offering 20% discount at the restaurant to five wooded acres in the quaint hamlet of our guest. 822-0005, www.camearestaurant.com Copake. 329-1175 Columbia County Lodging Assoc.

20 Take the long unwinding road. area code 518 www.bestcountryroads.com 21 ■ The Inn at Hudson – Hudson s Architect Marcus Reynolds (Style Follows Function) designed this Dutch and Jacobean house in 1903, and it is known as Reynolds’s richest and n

most successful home. The Inn features two rooms with fireplaces and is o

a short walk to the fine dining and antique shops in Hudson. 822-9322, i

www.theinnathudson.com t ■ Mount Merino Manor – Hudson a Beautiful views on 100-acre estate just minutes to Hudson. Elegant,

comfortable guest rooms offer whirlpool tubs, spa-showers and d luxury amenities. A wonderful setting for weddings, seminars and parties. 828-5583, www.mountmerinomanor.com o ■ Sweet Suites – Hudson Feel at home in our 2 bedroom suites with private kitchen, bath and laundry. m Wireless internet, cable TV & phone included. Pet friendly unit or allergy

free unit available. 917/923-9772, www.sweetwuitesny.com m ■

Union Street Guest House – Hudson o Spacious and beautifully appointed Guest Suites, each with a private

entrance. The USGH is just one block from the best of Hudson dining and c shopping and five blocks from the Amtrak station, where a rental car can be arranged to take you to the ■ Shaker Meadows – New Lebanon c region’s many and varied attractions. 828-0958, This 1821 farmhouse offers guests a full kitchen, living room and six

www.unionstreetguesthouse.com bedrooms. Historical and recreational attractions are just minutes A ■ Vintage East – A Country away. 794-9385, www.shakermeadows.com Cottage Retreat – Hudson ■ The Spencer House B&B – New Lebanon A 1790 extended stay, self catering cottage A beautifully restored historic building located in the heart of near the City of Hudson featuring two Shaker country. 794-6500, www.TheSpencerHouse.com bedrooms plus sleeping alcove, antiques, enclose porch overlooking the country- ■ Angel Wing Hollow B&B – Niverville side of Frederic Edwin Church’s Olana. Guests will enjoy two large rooms with queen size beds and private 828-3825, www.vintageeast.com baths. Just minutes from historic attractions and country farm markets. 784-2989, [email protected] ■ Kinderhook B&B – Kinderhook Surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens, this ■ Old Chatham Bed and Breakfast – Old Chatham 1900 center hall colonial is tastefully comfortable, Two-room suite with private bath in 1870 Victorian farmhouse in relaxing and joyful. 758-1850, www.kinderhookbandb.com village of Old Chatham next to pond. Walking distance to Old Chatham Country Store and Jackson's Old Chatham House both offer ■ The Van Schaack House – Kinderhook fine dining. 794-9841, [email protected] Built in 1785, refurbished to the original Dutch architecture with a Victorian style décor, providing elegant accommodations in the historic village of ■ The Balloon Bed and Breakfast – Stockport Kinderhook. 758-6118, www.vanschaackhouse.com Newly renovated 1869 Victorian, three guest rooms, each with private ■ baths; located in the quaint town of Stockport just two miles north Inn at Blue Stores – Livingston of the city of Hudson. Hot air balloon rides are available – must be 1908 arts and crafts mission style structure located on a 100-acre working booked in advance. 828-3735, www.balloonbedandbreakfast.com farm. 537-4277, www.innatbluestores.com ■ Rowdy Garden House Bed & Breakfast – ■ Churchill House B&B – New Lebanon Stuyvesant Picturesque Greek revival home, set amid 18 acres of manicured grounds, A country B&B surrounded by varied gardens with informal seating. hills, fields and streams. 766-5852, www.churchillhousebb.com Overnight stabling is available with prior arrangements. Short ■ Harmony Acres – New Lebanon distance from Kinderhook Village, Hudson River, and bicycling routes. 1815 restored & complete farmhouse with barn on 35 wooded acres with 758-6855, www.rowdygardenhouse.com stream and open view of area. This house has many amenities – a modern ■ 1 Baby Joey’s Guest House – Taghkanic kitchen, wood stove in common room and 1 /2 baths. This rental property Picture-perfect log house on 6 acres with magnificent Catskill offers weekly and monthly rates. 794-7321, [email protected] views. Fully furnished and sleeps 6 – on the prettiest road in ■ Hitchcock House – New Lebanon Columbia County. Children and friendly dogs welcome. Restored 1797 Shaker built house on 123 acres with ponds, meadows, 851-3291, www.hudsondoodles.com/loghouse mountain trails and gardens. 794-8826, www.hitchcockhousebb.com ■ Nathan Wild House – Valatie ■ Hitchcock House Cottage – New Lebanon Built in 1826, the Nathan Wild House is a grand Lovingly restored barn (pictured on our website): 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full residence on the National Register of Historic kitchen, living room w/TV & VCR, porch, sun room overlooking pond w/ small Places. B&B guests are served breakfast in the waterfall & gazebo. 794-8826, www.hitchcockhousebb.com elegant Greek revival dining room. The North Wing of the house has been turned into an ele- ■ The Inn at the Shaker Mill Farm – New Lebanon gant two-story guest house that can be rented by An 1824 Shaker stone mill converted into a country inn. Dedicated guests who wish to prepare their own meals. It is to the joys of gentle leisure; built alongside a stream and a waterfall. ideal for one or two adult couples. 758-9684, A retreat destination for people and groups of all types. 794-9345, www.nathanwildhouse.com www.shakermillfarminn.com Columbia County Lodging Assoc.

22 Take the long unwinding road. area code 518 www.bestcountryroads.com 23 s n o i t a d o m Conference / Retreat Hotel / Motel Descriptions m ■ ■ Berkshire Spur Motel – Canaan The Retreat at Art Omi o Meeting and Conference Center Close proximity to many recreational and historic sites. Situated just Dorothy Randall off Exit B3 of the New York State Thruway. 781-4432 c 59 Letter S Road, Ghent, NY 12075 ■ Chatham Travel Lodge – Chatham c 212-249-7406, www.retreatartomi.com Located halfway between Chatham and East Chatham on Route Seasonal: Nov 1st – Mar 31st. 295 with fantastic views and conveniently close to many attractions. A The Retreat is available exclusively for business meetings, retreats, 392-4066, www.chathamtravellodge.com photo shoots, and group getaways. ■ Elm Tree Motel – Claverack Situated on Route 23, this motel has excellent views of the rolling farmland of Columbia County. Close proximity to many recreational Specialty and historic sites. 851-9192, www.elmtreemotel.com ■ Guests Garden Cottage ■ Yorkshire Motel – Claverack Beth Rinzler Guests will enjoy spacious restful rooms and sun porches to PO Box 18 (West Hill Rd – off Rt 22), Austerlitz, NY 12017 delight in the great outdoors. Close proximity to many recreational and historic sites. 851-7050 392-2340, www.taconic.net/guestgarden Private and romantic! ■ Johanna’s Motel – Copake One room cottage with fireplace, swimming pond and gardens. Large comfortable rooms and a scenic location await guests at this conveniently located motel. 329-3000 ■ Gina’s K-9 Bed & Breakfast Boarding For Dogs ■ Gina Hosier Holiday House Motel – Hillsdale 349 Farm Rd, Copake, NY 12516 Conveniently located near wonderful antique shops, golf courses, skiing, and hiking trails. 325-3030, www.holidayhousemotel.com 329-4675 This unique B&B is for the canine in your family. ■ Silvanus Lodge – Hillsdale No cages or kennels for your pooch. Dogs stay Cool, clean, comfortable...and FUN, describe what guests in rooms, participate with family and have can look forward to. Great location for the outdoor enthusiast! fun in a 1/2 acre fenced-in yard. Fully insured 325-3000, www.silvanuslodge.com and member of NAPPS – National Association ■ Joslen Motor Lodge – Hudson of Professional Pet Sitters Just minutes to antique shops and museums, guests will enjoy warm hospitality in clean and comfortable rooms. 828-7046 ■ St. Charles Hotel – Hudson Located in the historic city of Hudson, guests will enjoy an array of antique shops, galleries and restaurants. 822-9900, www.stcharleshotel.com

The Columbia County Lodging Association has a broad range of ■ Blue Spruce Inn & Suites – Kinderhook accommodations including Bed & Breakfasts, county inns, vacation Family operated establishment for over 40 years. Located in the homes, cottages and motels. All properties share a commitment to historic town of Kinderhook. 758-9711, www.bluespruceinnsuites.com quality, cleanliness, comfort and safety; the vision is designed to ensure an enjoyable stay to those who visit the area. For a reservations ■ consultant, please call 800-558-8218 or view the website at Blue Stores Hotel & Restaurant – Livingston www.columbiacountylodging.com Great country setting! All rooms furnished with antique furniture. 537-6518 ■ Valley Rest Motel – New Lebanon Relax and enjoy the swimming pool and picnic area. Great proximity Photo Credits: American Museum of Firefighting, Blass Communications, Blue Spruce to Lebanon Valley Raceway, minutes to historic and recreational areas. Inn & Suites, Catamount Ski Area, Celebration of Celts, Clermont State Historic Site, 794-7551 Columbia County Agricultural Society, Columbia County Tourism Department, David Edwards, Fred Engel, Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, Inn at Green River, Scott Keidong, Mark Kelly, Susan Kibler, ■ Taghkanic Motel – Taghkanic Jim Meehan, Mexican Radio, Olana Partnership, Lissette Pylant – Kuumba Dance and Drum Troupe, Opposite Lake Taghkanic State Park. Best Hunting Location! Shutterstock, StageWorks/Hudson, The Inn at Silver Maple Farm, The Retreat at Art Omi, 851-9006, www.taghkanicmotel.com The Van Schaack House

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Panoramic Delights! Kinderhook and Chatham 45-Minute Tour President Van Buren’s home and the History of the Shakers Follow Route 9 south to Route 9H south to the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, the retirement home of the eighth President of the United States. After your tour continue south on Route 9H to the intersection of County Route 22 and West Ghent – Stockport Rd. Turn left onto County Route 22 and follow to “The Fields” Sculpture Park at Art Omi on Letter S Road. After enjoying your self-guided walking tour of the park continue on County Route 22 and turn left onto County Route 21 and straight on County Route 21B to Route 203. Turn right onto Route 203 and continue into the Village of Chatham. Follow Route 66 north to Main Street were you will find a wide variety of shops and eateries for a leisurely stop. To learn about the Shakers in Columbia County – a visit to the Shaker Museum and Library is a must. Continue on Route 66 North to County Route 13 (a hard right before the red bridge over the Kinderhook Creek). Follow County Route 13 to Shaker Museum Road on your left and follow for 1/4 mile – the Museum is on your right. After your tour of the Museum, continue on Shaker Museum Road to Route 66 south to Route 32 west. Follow Route 32 through North Chatham to Route 9 in Kinderhook.

Imagining History. Hudson, Olana, Clermont This driving or biking journey on Rte 9G is highlighted by orchards, horse farms and fantastic vistas of the Catskill Mountains. Hudson is known for its unique and varied architecture and antique dealers. The “Main Street USA” ambiance of this city harkens a simpler time and way of life. (Note: In Hudson, Rte 9G connects with 3rd Street.) Farther south, you’ll encounter the crown jewel of the Hudson Valley: Frederic Church’s Olana. With the look of a Persian palace, this magnificent mansion overflows with Victorian elegance, fabulous furnishings, and breathtaking paintings by the most famous landscapist of the Hudson River School. Olana is situated four miles south of Hudson atop a huge hill affording some of the Hudson River Valley’s most spectacular scenery. Treat yourself to a P guided tour of the villa, or a leisurely picnic, or a stroll down Olana’s lovely r i

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