Welcome to the official Montgomery County Tourism blog, where we talk about where to go and what to do on your next visit to our historic, exciting corner of New York state.
“Be a Tourist in Your Own Town” and #ExploreMoreMontgomery #Strongertogether
By Morgan McClary Communication Specialist to Matt Ossenfort, Montgomery County Executive Since March, many have resorted to long-overdue home projects, 1,000 piece puzzles that are inevitably missing pieces or binge watched the ninth season of that campy Netflix series they needed to catch up on. There’s other options. You don’t need to travel far to…
Hit the Trail for the Canalway Challenge
Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor invites New Yorkers to take part in the Canalway Challenge this fall, tracing history and tracking miles along New York’s canals and Canalway Trail. Part fitness challenge, part journey of discovery, the Canalway Challenge is free and registration is open to people of all ages and abilities. Participants set their…
Heaven’s Ditch Author Program Online with Schoharie Crossing
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site has been offering a virtual book club during the month of August that features Heaven’s Ditch: God, Gold, and Murder on the Erie Canal by author Jack Kelly. Each week the site has held “virtual” check ins and discussion about sections of the book. The author will be providing a…
Erie Canalway Photo Contest – Call for Entries
Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its 15th annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Images should convey the unique character of New York’s canals and canal communities. Entries must be postmarked by August 28, 2020. Winning photos will be featured in the 2021 Erie Canalway calendar. Images will be judged in four…
Schoharie Crossing Offers Online Programs
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will continue to offer online programs throughout the summer even as the Visitor Center is now open by appointment. The Erie Canal historic site will provide programs through Webex as well as other online platforms and social media. The next “virtual” program is scheduled for 6:30pm on Tuesday, July 28th…
Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful Launches “QuaranTeam” Cleanup Effort
Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful (KMVB), a six-county NYS affiliate of the national Keep America Beautiful (KAB) program, is launching a “QuaranTeam” Cleanup in conjunction with KAB’s annual Great American Cleanup Effort scheduled for June 1 – October 18. KMVB is a standing committee of the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, Inc. This year marks KMVB’s…
Schoharie Crossing re-opening Visitor Center
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will be opening their Visitor Center for the 2020 season on Wednesday, July 22nd. Days of operation for exhibit reservations will be Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 3pm. The site grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. In response to the covid-19 pandemic, the following health and safety guidelines…
The NY State Parks Explorer mobile app is now live!
NEWS: The NY State Parks Explorer mobile app is now live! Available for both iOS and Android, this free app provides key info about destinations, activities and adventures all in one place. Discover must-see locations and enjoy quick access to directions, hours, trail maps, and helpful know-before-you go details. Download today! Apple Store: http://ow.ly/pzGL30qV56f (opens in…
Large Firework Displays Cancelled for 4th of July Holiday Weekend
Unfortunately, due the NY State restrictions on large gatherings, there will be no large public firework shows this year in Montgomery County. We will update and share dates of re-scheduled shows when available. This includes: Shuttleworth Park (Amsterdam), Wiles Park (Fort Plain), No fireworks after the Firecracker 50 race at Fonda Speedway (race available on…
An update on Landis Arboretum’s response to COVID-19
Like you, we are anxiously following the progress our state is making in the battle against COVID-19. For now, we continue to adhere to the guidelines of New York Pause, and are cancelling in-person classes scheduled for June at the Arboretum. None of us knows what the future will bring, but we hope to…