Winter Season Wrap-Up
Snow is an amazing thing. It seems to come as quickly as it goes, although some would probably prefer it left as soon as possible, but during the time that it is here it does some remarkable things. It blankets all the muddy ground left from autumn rains and makes the world around us bright and sparkling. It also has a good habit of bringing people together due to their shared interest in the snow and the things they can do with it. Whether it be building a snow fort with the family or taking a snowmobiling trip with friends, there is a sense of togetherness and community that arises once...
Read More“Nature at Your Fingertips” continues
We hope you have a fantastic weekend and enjoy the winter season and snowy terrain. If you’re out on or near the Chautauqua Lake Snowmobile Club trails here in Chautauqua County – skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, anything – look for these signs and take a moment to check out our winter trails cell phone tour! You’ll learn more about our area and it only takes a couple minutes to call in or scan the QR code to listen to the commentaries, check out interesting pictures or watch cool videos. Additional information and our generous local sponsors can be found on this...
Read MoreEnjoy “Nature at Your Fingertips”
There are a ton of events happening this weekend in Chautauqua County! We hope you have a great time and while you’re out and about please remember to enjoy our “Nature at Your Fingertips” winter trails cell phone tour! http://rtpi.org/conservation/winter-trails-cell-phone-tour/
Read MoreSnowmobiling and environmentalists
Considering I took my first trip down the snowmobile trails of Chautauqua County while at the controls of a snowmobile this weekend I thought it was time to talk about the issue of snowmobiling and the environmentalists who oppose it in general terms. This has cropped up less than I thought it would after we launched the “Nature at Your Fingertips” winter trails cell phone tour at the beginning of the 2013-2014 snowmobile season. Anyone on the trails – hiking, running, skiing, or so forth – can use and enjoy our mobile tour for free. However, the focus is engaging...
Read MoreSix more weeks of winter?
Looks like winter has come back to Western New York once again! With Groundhog Day coming up this Sunday, many are wishing for an early spring and relief from the snow and record cold temperatures. However, the rest of us are hoping Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow and retreat back to his burrow, signifying six more weeks of winter to come. Regardless of whether spring arrives early or late this year, winter outdoor enthusiasts, including myself, will be getting out to enjoy the white fluffy stuff while we can. There are already plans being made for this upcoming weekend to get out on...
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