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The Discovery Trail
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| Atoms to artifacts, foxes to fossils, robins to rhododendrons, sculpture to storytellers - Ithaca's Discovery Trail has something for everyone! From peaceful walks to famous talks, from hands-on fun to genealogical research, there's so much to see and do along the Discovery Trail. These eight fascinating sites are an easy drive from downtown Ithaca, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Cayuga Lake and other Finger Lakes attractions. The Discovery Trail Partnership is a group of educational organizations based in Ithaca, NY. The only organization of its kind, the Discovery Trail promotes awareness and understanding of the connections among art, history, literature, science, and the natural world. |
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The Art Trails
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The Greater Ithaca Art Trail is part of the larger, rich cultural landscape of Upstate New York. You’ll find painters, photographers, sculptors, printmakers, ceramic artists, furniture designers, jewelers and glass artists. The Ithaca and Tompkins County, New York area is packed with talent.
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The Wine Trails
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Cayuga Lake |  |
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| 1981 - Mary Plane, of Plane's Cayuga Vineyards (now called Cayuga Ridge), looked at her empty parking lot and knew, if her fledgling winery was to succeed, she needed to fill it. What could she do to entice people to visit? Would people come if there were more to do, more to see? Thus began Mary's vision of the Cayuga Wine Trail. And, Mary was right! In 1983 there were five small new wineries: Plane's (Cayuga Ridge), Lucas, Americana, Lakeshore and Frontenac. But five unknown wineries weren't enough of a draw, and Mary solicited participation from other attractions along and near Route 89. The first brochure was audacious - a quote: "The CWT offers a variety that is unmatched in wine touring and tasting... |
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Seneca Lake
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| Surrounding the sapphire waters of Seneca Lake, our 36 wineries invite you to experience a destination rich in history, beauty, and the production of world-class wines. Located in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes Region, our climate supports not only the growth of hardy native grapes and premium hybrids, but also more delicate varieties such as Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir. Along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail you will truly find a wine to suit every taste.Surrounding the sapphire waters of Seneca Lake, our 36 wineries invite you to experience a destination rich in history, beauty, and the production of world-class wines... | ||||||||
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Keuka Lake
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| Spend a day, a weekend, or a week traveling along the shores of beautiful Keuka Lake, the most picturesque of New York's pristine Finger Lakes. Visit the eight wineries of the Keuka Lake Wine Trail, enjoying the unique tasteful experience each has to offer... | ||||||||
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Canandaigua Lake
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| The Canandaigua Wine Trail is a collection of unique wineries found along the western edge of the world-famous Finger Lakes Wine Region in New York State. It features many outstanding wines, a variety of shops attractions and Restaurants and some of the region's most spectacular scenery overlooking beautiful Canandaigua Lake. We invite you to explore this site and see where the trail leads you. You'll find more than just great wine...more | |||||||
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