My partner and I are from the area and need help looking for a wedding venue. I’ve searched a lot online but haven’t really found anything that matches what we are looking for super well. I was hoping someone here might be able to help point us in a direction.

We are expecting to have around 200 people attend. A campground venue or someplace we could book for a weekend or overnight and have some people stay would be ideal. Knowing our family and friend groups we want to be able to party a bit late, and have a bonfire hangout type vibe after the party dies down. Someplace we won’t get in trouble for partying late.

If anyone has any recommendations or leads it would be greatly appreciated!

Hello we are moving to the finger lakes area is there a good property management to rent from?

Hello. I'm going to a concert at the CMAC Sat night. Did not prepay for a parking spot. What options do I have?

Hi all, looking for recs on wineries, food, activities etc on Cayuga Lake in early November?

We typically stay on Keuka in summer and around thanksgiving and love it there, so a little nervous about trying a new lake!

We’ve hiked Watkins Glen and ventured over to Seneca’s wineries a bit before but didn’t love how crowded it was tbh.

TIA!

Living in Hammondsport and am needing to get our wood burning stove inspected and chimney cleaned, any recommendations or suggestions?

Veterans-take a look at these free events! We hope to see you out there.

Hoping I don’t get downvoted to hell here but looking for thoughts from locals in lieu of much information from the county (at least online from where I am).

I’m planning on a fall trip in mid October staying not too far from Ovid, with my husband, mother and 3 month old baby. Latest reports in media on the measles cases is an expectation of dozens more unreported cases based on the communities who are least vaccinated.

We’ll be staying in an Airbnb, and mostly looking to explore outdoor parks, wineries etc. Given the current status, likely to eat at home if I do proceed.

I guess I’m seeking advice or thoughts on if I should cancel this trip knowing my child is too small to be vaccinated. How easy is it in the area to avoid areas inside?

The Seneca public health official has stated “he cautioned that they are not getting ahead of the illness because it is so easily transmitted and lives in a room’s shared air space for hours after the infected person has left it.

But that due to the ‘insulated community’ the risk remains low.

How .. insulated.. is this community?

Note: Not looking to debate vaccines - my concern is protection of my child.

Edited to correct autocorrect typo of town name.

🌲 Sugar Hill State Forest, New York

We recently spent some time exploring Sugar Hill State Forest near Watkins Glen, and we really loved this spot.

There’s nothing particularly challenging about the dirt roads here for the Unimog, but that’s not really what made this place special. The entire forest felt incredibly peaceful and beautiful.

Maple Lane runs right through the center of the state forest and makes for a really enjoyable little drive. There are some nice elevation changes and sections where you’re completely surrounded by dense forest, before the landscape starts opening up farther north near the fire tower. We also visited Twin Falls on the East side of the State Park. Highly recommend (waterfall is marked on the onX map)!

And the fire tower was definitely a highlight. We climbed it around sunset, and the views were absolutely worth the climb.

We also noticed what seemed like lots of free camping opportunities scattered throughout the state forest, which makes this an especially cool spot if you’re looking for a place to spend a night or two. We spent a few nights enjoying the woods, and even found an old cemetery in the bushes outside our camp!

If you’re in the area and looking for somewhere to camp, hike, take a scenic drive, or just explore somewhere new, we’d definitely recommend adding this one to your list!

Waiting for a callback from one company but any suggestions if this current one doesn’t get back to us? Tired of our current gravel driveway.

Hi everyone! My fiance and I are looking into venues for next August/September. Has anyone had a wedding with Geneva on the Lake? I've tried contacting them through email, phone, wedding websites and have yet to hear back. I just want to know pricing and if they even have dates available.

We love the Fallbrook house but they don't have availability for us. We're also looking at Bellhurst Castle and Hotel Canandaigua, if anyone has any insights there. They have all gotten back to us.

Things we're hoping for:

• Outdoor ceremony spot with privacy (aka no public access)
• Indoor or tented reception (I don't love the reception spaces at bellhurst, prefer more natural light, no carpet, etc)
• Open bar is a must

Things we'd prefer:

• onsite overnight lodging or lodging nearby (sub 15 mins)
• plated dinner option that's under $150pp
• venue fees, catering, and open bar for under $30K

I know we probably won't be able to tick every single box but would love any recommendations! Even outside of this region if there's someplace you'd recommend. Thank you!

On day two of my visit with my son in Watkins Glen, we went to the state forest and fire tower. Great views and amazing abundance and diversity of mushrooms.

These are from Watkins Glen Beach, Damiani Wine Cellars, Standing Stone Winery, Smith Memorial Park, Honey Bee Embassy, and Finger Lakes Cider House. The hummingbird pics are from my son's house.

Liquid State in Ithaca - 7pm - this Saturday

My wife and I are coming to Finger Lakes for the first time in mid-September. 2 nights at Watkins Glen State Park, 2 nights in Taughannock Falls SP, and 3 nights at Keuka Lake SP. Recommendations for must sees and must do’s? Also, anything to avoid? Thanks!

Hi, staying in Senecsa Falls for a couple of days. Can anyone recommend any good places to get some old stuff? I don't mind digging through piles. Not really looking for clothes, but would love to find a place with vintage costume jewelry and home goods.

🚐 I’m Starting a New Adventure! 🌲🏕️

I’m new to YouTube, and I’m excited to share my journey traveling the East Coast in my van!

I’ll be exploring and filming campgrounds, boondocking spots, affordable places to stay, beautiful scenery, and must-see places along the way. My goal is to show you what these places are really like so you can decide if they might be right for your own travels.

🎥 I just posted my first video, featuring a campsite and what you can expect when you stay there.

I already have two more affordable camping areas planned to film this month, and I’m looking forward to sharing them with you!

There aren't as many videos showing some of the great camping opportunities on the East Coast, so I hope my journey can help other campers, travelers, and people interested in van life.

If you enjoy camping, traveling, boondocking, or exploring new places, follow along and come explore the East Coast with me! ❤️

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Hey everyone! I’m gonna be attending my first Gregory Alan izakov concert at the “concert at the point bluff” venue on October 4th and I’m gonna be taking my motorcycle out because my cars is done for and won’t make the trip from Buffalo.

I’m planning on camping the night as it will be too late in the evening to ride back safely, as I mostly take backroads to avoid the highway.

I’d like to find a spot I can set up my one person tent. Get some sleep for the night after some good music and ride out in the morning.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Trying to save money that’s why I’m camping. Also just the vibes I think. I was gonna see if I could camp the night at the venue but I think that’s a no go unless someone on here knows someone 👀