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Erie Canalway Map & Guide Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site, Haldor Sigurdsson Schoharie Crossing

“Explore, Learn, Protect” What’s Find Your Park Inside Bring your kids to one of the national parks in the Canalway Corridor this summer! They’ll have Get on the he National Park Service is celebrating 100 years of a chance to recite the Junior Ranger motto and Water...... 2 sharing America’s special places. You don’t have to travel take part in free activities designed especially Tips for Boating for youth. Interested youth complete a series of to Yosemite or the Grand Canyon to celebrate! Through a . . . . 2 T activities during a park visit, share their answers There are 22 national parks in State and four are within with a park ranger, and receive an official Junior Up for Adventure? Ranger patch or badge and certificate. Junior Cycle the Erie the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. That’s right. You can Rangers are Canalway Trail. . . . . 3 typically 5 to 13 experience a park within an hour’s drive of every major Erie Canalway years old, Map...... 4 in the state. What’s more, national parks in the Erie Canalway although people are close to significant heritage sites, the 524-mile-long of all ages can Find Your Park participate. Itineraries...... 6 NYS Canal System, and the 360-mile Erie Canalway Trail. Ask about Junior Ranger activities Low Bridge, We’ve teamed up with national parks and heritage areas Everybody Down! . . . 8 at the park’s located in the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor visitor informa- 2015 Events ...... 8 to help you experience great history, culture, nature, and tion desk. Photo Contest . . . . . 8 recreation close to home (See itineraries on page 6). That means adventure and fun are in store as you explore America’s most famous man-made waterway. Whether you drive, boat, cycle, paddle or walk, you’ll discover that there are Erie Canalway great experiences to be had and memories to be made right here. Map & Guide 2015-2016 So get up, get out there, and Find Your Park! You can do it! Tips for boating through a lock

oing through a lock is one of As you approach: the unique experiences of • Alert the lock operator using Gtraveling along the canal . If marine radio (Channel 13), a mobile you’ve never done it or are feeling a phone (phone numbers listed on little nervous, rest assured! Thousands website below), or three horn blasts of people lock through successfully to signal your approach . every year—you can too! And you can • Wait for the green light for count on friendly lock operators for permission to enter the lock . step-by-step coaching to make locking • Follow directions of the lock safe and enjoyable . A few simple operator . Lockport preparations and the right equipment • Use the same procedure to contact will make for smooth sailing . lift bridge operators on the western What to have on hand: end of the . Get on the water! • Pole or boat hook for pushing off For a guide to navigating the sides of the lock . A paddle works the canal, visit: fine, too . www..ny.gov/boating ecome a “canaller” this year! It’s • Paddle the canal—Get close to the • Work gloves for handling the lines . easier than ever to explore America’s water and access all sorts of interesting • Boat fenders large enough and Bmost iconic inland waterway. You’ll side streams and historic canal features numerous enough to protect your discover scenic vistas, abundant wildlife, in your own kayak, canoe, or stand-up boat from concrete lock walls . and more than 200 unique communities paddleboard. There are lots of launch in the Erie Canalway National Heritage sites and boater-biker-hiker facilities Corridor. Miles of adventure await on that allow overnight camping. If you water and on land! don’t own your own paddle craft, there • Take a cruise—Get onboard one of the are many places to rent one by the many tour boats for an hourly cruise, hour or day. And, kayaks and canoes dinner cruise or themed tour. Most boat go through the locks for free! tours will give you the unique canal • If you’re a landlubber—Stop by one experience of going through a lock. of the many harbors, visitor centers, or • Rent a boat—Spend a day, weekend, parks along the canal. Or visit one of or an entire week exploring the canal at the waterway’s 57 locks to watch a your own pace. Rental boats are well- passing boat “lock through.” You’ll see equipped with sleeping quarters, a galley, tugboats, , and historic replica and plenty of deck space for relaxing. canal boats plying canal waters along- You’ll get lessons in steering, docking, side today’s cruisers, motorboats, tour and locking through before heading out. boats, canoes, and kayaks. Many rental operators provide bicycles so that you can explore on land and Boating on New York canals is experience the Canalway Trail, too. affordable and accessible for every • Launch your own boat—With 80 type of boater—find a complete public boat launches along the NYS guide to boating opportunities, Canal System, it’s easy to find one close including a map showing launch by. The canal connects with Oneida, sites, marinas, mooring sites, Onondaga, Cross, and Cayuga and locks and more at Seneca where you can enjoy other www.canals.ny.gov/maps. water sports, beaches, and sailing. Little Falls

Did you know? The New York Canal System is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The waterway spans 524-miles of upstate The New York State Canal System is owned and operated by the New York New York and includes four historic canals: the Erie, State Canal Corporation, a subsidiary of the Authority . Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca. Together, they The Canal is typically open for boating from May 1st through November 15th . an inland waterway that connects the Hudson For current information on locking fees, up-to-date Notices to Mariners, or with Champlain, Lake , , Seneca to order the official Cruising Guide to the New York State Canal System, visit Lake, and via the River allowing boats to www.canals.ny.gov or call 1-800-4-CANAL-4 (1-800-422-6254) . travel from the to the upper .

2 Erie Canalway Map & Guide Old Erie Canal Up for Adventure? Cycle the Erie Canalway Trail njoy unparalleled cycling and hiking Alternately, you can cycle New York Bike • See the canal in operation: Stop at

along the Erie Canalway Trail. The Route 9, which follows NY Rte. 4 and the locks and lift bridges to see how they Cohoes Epaved and stone-dust trail follows . The Falls Feeder work. Canal operators are friendly and both active and historic sections of the Canal Trail offers eight miles of cycling knowledgeable, so don’t be afraid to Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany—much along the historic feeder canal from Glens ask questions. • Explore nature preserves and parks: of it along the canal’s former towpath. Falls to Fort Edward. Be refreshed at the waterfall at Holley Canal Park; watch herons and egrets at Plan an afternoon outing or a multi-day Oh the Places You’ll Go! Montezuma National Wildlife Preserve; trip—the trail is the perfect way to access all swim or hike at ; sorts of interesting canal sites and communi- Do you like to ride for coffee? How about see the spectacular Cohoes Falls. Nature ties. You’ll see canal engineering marvels, ice cream? Antiques? Historic sites? Lift and wildlife are part of the journey colorful murals, and picturesque country- bridges? Waterfalls? Parks? Whatever along the trail. side. And you’ll be able to sample some drives you onward, you’ll find it along the fantastic local foods. Try ice cream, bakery Canalway Trail. That’s because the canal’s • Eat local: Eating and cycling—what a goods, cheese, craft beers and , and many treasures are strung together like great combination! Make a stop in any locally-grown fresh produce for starters! gems on a necklace of trail and water community along the trail to find great across New York State. Pick your mileage: local ice cream stands, coffee shops, Nearly 80 percent of the 360-mile trail Museum Boat Canal Landing Chittenango diners, farmer’s markets, and more. is off road and is safe for all ages. Because five, 10, 25, 50—you’re guaranteed to find numerous places worth riding to. the trail closely parallels the Erie Canal, it • Visit historic sites and museums:

offers relatively level cycling with only a • Discover small town charm: Canal There is a great wealth of museums and Market Farmers Waterford few steeper climbs or descents. From the villages and towns are an essential part historic sites along the canal. From the trail, you can easily access communities of what makes the Erie Canalway Trail tiny Hoffman Clock Museum in Newark and attractions throughout the Corridor. such a great place to ride. Take time to to the in Syracuse Cyclists can follow New York Bike Route 5 stop. Poke through unique shops, sample to the Arkell Museum in Canajoharie, to connect off-road segments. local eateries, visit libraries and visitor you’ll find many great choices. Several off-road trails along the centers. You’ll find hometown hospitality Champlain Canal are also available in is a hallmark of the Erie Canalway Corridor. Waterford, Halfmoon, and Schuylerville.

Erie Canalway Trail Resources

Find more information about the Erie Canalway Trail in the Explore section of our website. www.eriecanalway.org/explore.

• Cycling the Erie Canal—A guide to • Coming soon! 400 miles of adventure and history www.CycletheErieCanal.com along the Erie Canalway Trail. A new website for the Erie Canalway Available from Parks & Trails New Trail from PTNY! York, www.ptny.org/guidebook, One trail…Endess adventures 518-434-1583. Holley

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Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor 12 Lake Choose your adventure! Whether you travel by boat, bike or car, here are some of our favorite places to explore… find yours. Champlain 30 8 Lake 48 George North Plan your visit using our online guide: www.eriecanalway.org/explore.htm 81 Whitehall CHAMPLAIN CANAL

0 40 Kilometers Oswego 24 0 40 Miles 149 Fort Ann Minetto 3 Glens 13 18 Falls ERIE CANAL 47 Fulton 8 19 481 104 Fort Edward 63 8 259 Sylvan Beach 46 Middleport Albion Holley Phoenix Rome 104 49 365 87 9 48 31 12 Medina 31A 34 Oneid 4 7 a Lake Brockport 10 30 11 12 13 Baldwinsville 46 31 Lockport 98 Spencerport Rochester Great 21 31 Niagara 14 414 Oriskany Sacandaga Schuylerville TO TORONTO Falls 490 Cross Liverpool Lake 46 Fairport Lake P ERIE CANAL Saratoga Springs North 6 Macedon l SH Oneida Niagara 18 Clyde Weedsport Onondaga Old Erie Cana 29 32 Tonawanda Newark Utica 5S 15 Lake 27 29 5 Little Falls 29 9 Falls 4 5 WESTERN ERIE CANAL STATE HERITAGE CORRIDOR Pittsford 31 16 19 Jordan 28 14 26 Canastota Herkimer 32 VT 78 Y 17 Lyons 25 Frankfort N 190 NE A 20 90 W YORK STATE THRUW Palmyra 45 40 ia g 5 Batavia Port Camillus 173 Fayetteville Chittenango Ilion 90 M a r Tonawanda o 67 a Byron Fonda Stillwater Ri 390 92 St. Johnsville h ve 5 a r r w e 35 63 167 iv Amsterdam 77 Syracuse k R r 33 e CAYUGA–SENECA CANAL Auburn 28 5 Mechanicville iv Cayuga 80 30A 20 R 5 20 Fort Plain Canandaigua 21 22 34 e 30 1 2 3 e Rexford s e Geneva Waterloo Canajoharie n 20 Seneca Falls 37 Buffalo e 38 G 89 MOHAWK STATE HERITAGE C O RRIDOR 36 LAKE ERIE Schenectady 40 41 Waterford S 90 e 39 Cohoes C n

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WESTERN ERIE 9 Village of Brockport/Canalfront 17 T. Spencer Knight Park and Visitor MASS 1 , Buffalo; (716) 574-1537; Welcome Center, Brockport; Center, Newark; 315-331-2705; http:// 25 Camillus Erie Canal Park, Camillus; www.canalsidebuffalo.com s u (585) 637-1000 (Welcome Center); newarknychamber.org l v (315) 488-3409; http://www.brockportny.org v www.eriecanalparkcamillus l s u 2 Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural 18 Historical Murals of Lyons, Lyons; National Historic Site, Buffalo; 10 Spencerport Depot and Canal www.muralmania.org u 26 Erie Canal Museum, Syracuse; Museum, Spencerport; (585) 352-0942; (716) 884-0095; www.trsite.org l u 19 Trail of Hope, Lyons; (315) 471-0593; www.eriecanal www.spencerportdepot.com l v museum.org l s u 3 Delta Sonic Heritage Farm at the www.trailofhope.org v , Buffalo; (716) 837-3900; ROCHESTER-EAST TO CAYUGA-SENECA CAYUGA-SENECA 27 Old Erie Canal State Historic Park, www.buffalozoo.org u 11 Rochester Museum & Science Center, DeWitt to Rome; (315) 637-6111;

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0 40 Kilometers Oswego 24 0 40 Miles 149 Fort Ann LAKE ONTARIO Minetto 3 Glens 13 18 OSWEGO CANAL Falls ERIE CANAL 47 Fulton 8 19 481 104 Fort Edward 63 8 259 Sylvan Beach 46 Middleport Albion Holley Phoenix Rome 104 49 365 87 9 48 31 12 Medina 31A 34 Oneid 4 7 a Lake Brockport 10 30 11 12 13 Baldwinsville 46 31 Lockport 98 Spencerport Rochester Great 21 31 Niagara 14 414 Oriskany Sacandaga Schuylerville Falls 490 Cross Liverpool Lake 46 Fairport Lake P ERIE CANAL Saratoga Springs North 6 Macedon l SH Oneida Niagara 18 Clyde Weedsport Onondaga Old Erie Cana 29 32 Tonawanda Newark Utica 5S 15 Lake 27 29 5 Little Falls 29 9 Falls 4 5 WESTERN ERIE CANAL STATE HERITAGE CORRIDOR Pittsford 31 16 19 Jordan 28 14 26 Canastota Herkimer 32 VT 78 Y 17 Lyons 25 Frankfort N 190 NE A 20 90 W YORK STATE THRUW Palmyra 45 40 ia g 5 Batavia Port Camillus 173 Fayetteville Chittenango Ilion 90 M a r Tonawanda o 67 a Byron Fonda Stillwater Ri 390 92 St. Johnsville h ve 5 a r r w e 35 63 167 iv Amsterdam 77 Syracuse k R r 33 e CAYUGA–SENECA CANAL Auburn 28 5 Mechanicville iv Cayuga 80 30A 20 R 5 20 Fort Plain Canandaigua 21 22 34 e 30 1 2 3 e Rexford s e Geneva Waterloo Canajoharie n 20 Seneca Falls 37 Buffalo e 38 G 89 MOHAWK VALLEY STATE HERITAGE C O RRIDOR 36 LAKE ERIE Schenectady 40 41 Waterford S 90 e 39 Cohoes C n

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33 Fort Plain Free Library, Fort Plain; 41 Waterford Historical Museum MASS (518) 993-4646; and Cultural Center, Waterford, www.ftplib.blogspot.com v (518) 238-0809; The App http://waterfordmuseum.com s u 34 ArkellBinghamton Museum at Canajoharie, Canajoharie; (518) 673-2314; 42 Museum, Troy; PUT EVERY SQUARE MILE www.arkellmuseum.org u (518) 274-5267; www.hudsonmohawk OF NEW YORK STATE gateway.org l u IN YOUR POCKET. 35 Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site, Fort Hunter; (518) 829-7516; 43 Albany Institute of History & Art, www.nysparks.com l s u Albany; (518) 463-4478;

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New York City ake a day or a weekend and find great places to explore and enjoy! We’ve paired national parks Tand canal sites to introduce you to some of the Discover Why All Roads Lead to Rome best historic, cultural and natural resources and recreational experiences available within the Canalway Corridor. isit a vital fort that shaped the course of American history. Then head to the water, where and Erie Canal merge. Download complete Find Your Park itineraries online V at: www.eriecanalway.org Fort Stanwix National Monument , Each itinerary includes must see sites, as well as options 100 N. James Street, Rome Light House, and Sylvan Beach for side trips. We’ve also included suggestions for cycling, (315) 338-7730 6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, www.nps.gov/fost Verona Beach paddling, walking, and canal tours as well as nearby places Prepare for the sound of musket fire (315) 762-4463 to eat or picnic. We hope this teaser whets your appetite echoing over this 1777 frontier fort! You’ll http://www.nysparks.com/parks/102/ for more. soon be immersed in sites and stories of details.aspx the nations that fought for control of the Just 17 miles west of Rome, the Erie Canal Oneida Carrying Place, Mohawk Valley, meets at the lively summer homelands of the Six Nations Confed- community of Sylvan Beach—a popular eracy, and the rich resources of North family destination offering an amusement America. Start at the visitor center, where park with classic kiddie rides, beach, and a ranger and engaging exhibits will orient lots of boating. At nearby Verona Beach you to the park. Follow one of the park’s State Park, swim at the beach, hike the trails to explore the fort on your own or nature trail, or walk along the waterfront join a ranger led program to gain a to take in lovely views of Oneida Lake and greater understanding of the events that some of the best sunsets in New York. Make happened here. a short detour past the park entrance to see the Verona Beach Lighthouse—a fully restored and functioning, 85-foot light- house built in 1917 to guide canal traffic across Oneida Lake. Explore More! Nearby sites of interest include Bellamy Harbor Park in Rome, Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site, and Erie Canal Locks 20 and 21, where you can pick up the Erie Canalway Trail for cycling.

CHAMPLAIN REGION Follow America’s Destiny

xplore the interconnected Saratoga National Historical Park Champlain Lock 5 and waterfront trails, picnic sites, whimsical Ewaterways that shaped North 648 Route 32, Stillwater Hudson Crossing Park sculptures, a unique children’s play garden, America’s destiny. From Dutch and (518) 670-2985 Lock C5 Island, Schuylerville kayak launch, and links to the Old Champlain French explorations to the French www.nps.gov/sara www.hudsoncrossingpark.org Canal towpath, making it a great place for and Indian War to the Revolution- children to explore and play. Walk, drive or bicycle pastoral lands where See boats being lifted and lowered in ary War and Battle of Saratoga to in 1777 Americans fought overwhelming Champlain Canal Lock 5, built in 1915, its canal heydays in the 1800s, the Explore More! odds to win a key Revolutionary War and then compare it with the remains of Champlain Region will connect you victory against the British. Start at the the 1800s towpath-era canal alongside it. Nearby sites include the country home of with people, places and events that visitor center to get oriented, see the film Ask the lock keeper for a peek inside the General in Schuylerville and fueled the Nation. Start with a blast and museum exhibits, and then head out lock’s original hydroelectric powerhouse, the Saratoga Monument and Victory Woods at Saratoga Battlefield and then into the park. You can drive or bicycle the then visit Hudson Crossing Park which is in the village of Victory. Breathtaking views head to the canal to complete your battlefield’s scenic 10-mile tour road and centered on the island formed by the lock. of the and Green Mountains adventure. hike historic trails. The park features over two miles of from the upper levels of the 155-ft high monument make it well worth a stop.

6 Erie Canalway Map & Guide REGION Be Moved by Women and Water

isit the place that touched off the largest social movement in American History— Vthe Women’s Rights Movement—and discover the canal’s role in spreading not only people and goods, but ideas and information. Experience some of the Finger Lakes great treasures: pristine lakes, the Cayuga-Seneca Canal, fine wineries, premier birdwatching, and recreational adventures.

Women’s Rights National Cayuga-Seneca Locks 2 and 3 Historical Park Seneca Falls 136 Fall Street, Seneca Falls Visit Locks 2 and 3, which are connected (315) 568-2991 like a staircase, to see the canal in www.nps.gov/wori operation. Put in your own kayak, canoe, Stand in the place where women and men or standup paddle board at Seneca first gathered in 1848 to champion the Falls, or rent one nearby. You can also rights of women. Start at the visitor center leave the navigation to someone else WESTERN ERIE REGION to get oriented, see the film and museum, and enjoy a narrated cruise on the Canal. and then head out to experience the Experience the Power of Water Wesleyan Chapel, site of the first Women’s Explore More! Rights Convention. The park also includes Nearby sites of interest include: Seneca pend hours or days exploring the beauty and history around America’s the homes of three of the convention’s Museum of Waterways and Industry, greatest waterfall. Pair your trip to with a visit to the Erie Canal organizers: , Mary , Montezuma S at Lockport, where water powered innovation and industry. Ann M’Clintock, and Jane Hunt. National Wildlife Refuge, and the Finger Lakes Trail. Niagara Falls National Heritage Erie Canal Discovery Center, Area and Lockport Flight and Locks 34, 35 24 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls 24 Church Street, Lockport (716) 278-1796 (716) 439-0431 http://www.discoverniagara.org www.canaldiscovery.org Discover Niagara Falls at America’s Start your visit to Lockport at the Erie oldest state park and explore a region Canal Discovery Center. The interactive full of history, innovation and culture interpretive center showcases the along a 13-mile stretch of the Niagara history of the Erie Canal and the River. Get oriented at the State Park building of the famous “Flight of Five” Visitors Center and decide how best to Lockport Locks. From there, take a short enjoy the falls. A few options include: a walk to the Canalside District to see 30-minute guided overview on the the real thing. You’ll see the renowned Niagara Scenic Trolley, a hike to Cave staircase of stone locks and wooden of the Winds beneath the American gates built in the 1800s alongside the WESTERN ERIE REGION Falls, or a world famous boat journey similarly remarkable and much enlarged into the churning waters of the Locks 34 and 35, which usher boats Go Where the Buffalonians Roam American and on the through the Erie Canal today. Maid of the Mist.

hat do chicken wings, Theodore Roosevelt, Cheerios, and the Erie Canal have Explore More! in common? Explore New York’s second largest city and you’ll quickly find out. W You’ll find many things to do and see in and around Lockport and Niagara Falls. Paddling, cycling, hiking, and narrated boat tours are available, as well as options Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Canalside for arts, history, and winery tours and tastings. National Historic Site 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY 14202 641 Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 574-1537 (716) 884-0095 www.canalsidebuffalo.com www.nps.gov/thri or www.TRSite.org The historic western terminus of the Erie Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and Canal has become the centerpiece for emotions surrounding the pivotal moment history, fun, and great recreation. Stroll in our nation’s history when in 1901 the site to see restored elements of the Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of original Erie Canal Harbor, including office to become president of the United “Commercial Slip,” the historic connection States. Discover how the enduring legacy between the Erie Canal and the Great of one of America’s greatest presidents Lakes, and the wooden plank “Central affects our lives today. Visits are by guided Wharf.” Events, festivals, and boat tours tour only. are on tap throughout the summer season.

Explore More! Paddle Buffalo’s Inner Harbor, cycle the Erie Canalway Trail, or take a narrated cruise. Kids in tow? Visit the Buffalo Zoo. Interested in art or architecture? The Albright-Knox Museum and Darwin-Martin House are best bets. And when you need to refuel, be sure to sample Buffalo’s original chicken wings or beef-on-weck.

Erie Canalway Map & Guide 7 Low Bridge, Everybody Down! About the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor o trip to the Erie Canal would be complete without singing our theme song at least once! When the song was written in 1905, mules like Sal where fading Nfrom the canal landscape as steam and diesel powered boats replaced the mule-towed canal boats of the 1800s. The song memorialized life on the Erie Canal and remains the most well known—and loved—song of the Erie Canal. Fairport, Keith Boas

stablished in 2000 by an Act of Connect with us! Congress, the Corridor spans 524 miles across the full expanse of Stay informed by signing up for our E e-newsletter; volunteer for projects and includes the Erie, Cayuga-Seneca, Oswego, and Champlain in your community; or make a canals and their historic alignments. It donation to our not-for-profit Erie Mural in Lyons encompasses 4,834 square miles in 23 Canalway Heritage Fund to expand our good work. Low Bridge by Thomas Allen counties and is home to 2.7 million people. I’ve got an old mule and her name is Sal We’d better look ‘round for a job old gal Fifteen years on the Erie Canal* Fifteen years on the Erie Canal P.O. Box 219 She’s a good old worker and a good old pal ‘Cause you bet your life I’d never part with Sal Waterford, New York 12188 Fifteen years on the Erie Canal Fifteen years on the Erie Canal 518-237-7000 | Fax 518-237-7640 We’ve hauled some barges in our day Git up there mule, here comes a lock [email protected] Filled with lumber, coal, and hay We’ll make Rome ‘bout six o’clock www.eriecanalway.org And every inch of the way we know One more trip and back we’ll go From Albany to Buffalo Right back home to Buffalo Chorus: Repeat Chorus MANY THANKS! Major funding support for this publication was provided by: Low bridge, everybody down Low bridge for we’re coming to a town * The song’s original lyrics commemorate And you’ll always know your neighbor “fifteen years” of working on the canal; the song And you’ll always know your pal is also widely sung as “fifteen miles on the www.canals.ny.gov If you’ve ever navigated on the Erie Canal Erie Canal,” which comes from a later version.

2015 Events Take a Shot at our 2015 Photo Contest Join the fun at festivals and events all season long. We’ve listed the major Capture the unique character of the Erie, Cayuga- Seneca, Oswego, and Champlain Canals and their cross-corridor events here; check surrounding communities for the 2015 Erie online for a complete calendar of Canalway Photo Contest . Contest categories include:

events: www.canals.ny.gov Albany On the Water, Along the Trail, Canal Communities, and Classic Canal . We’ll feature winning entries in our popular 2016 Erie Canalway calendar . Path Through History Weekend Cycling the Erie Canal • July 12-19 Deadline for submissions: August 28, 2015 June 20–21 500 riders, 400 miles, 8-days of adventure and fun along Join in this statewide celebration of New the Erie Canal. Join the ride or the cheering section! Download contest rules and an entry form: York’s heritage and culture at hundreds of Organized by Parks & Trails New York. www.ptny.org www.eriecanalway.org. special events and programs. www.paththroughhistoryweekends.com Tour the Towpath • July 31-August 1 Enjoy great cycling, community hospitality, and local Journey Along the Erie Canal attractions along the 36-mile Old Erie Canal State Park June 30 - July 11 from Rome to DeWitt. One or two day ride options Spend a few hours or a full day cycling the available. www.townofdewitt.com/tourthetowpath.aspx Canalway Trail with the Our Ability team, as they complete their third cross state bike ride 10th Anniversary Canal Splash! • August 7-16 along the Erie Canal to raise funds for adaptive Discover what the canal corridor has to offer at guided sports, education and employment for people walks, rides, tours, and canalside events and festivals with disabilities. www.ourability.com throughout the Erie Canalway. www.canals.ny.gov Henrietta, Claire Talbot Henrietta, Claire

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