The 2015 edition of PTNY's Cycle the Erie Canal was a huge success, with approximately 600 riders making their way across the state on the historic Erie Canalway Trail. In addition to the record-breaking number of persons participating, this year's ride also featured a new return shuttle to Buffalo and enhanced menu options at the … Continue reading Cycle the Erie Canal – Better Than Ever!
Category: Cycling
Trail Ambassadors Establish New Post in Chittenango
The Canalway Trail Ambassador program recently expanded to the trail in Central New York. Already, one of the new Ambassadors based at Chittenango Landing has logged more than 15 hours on the trail. Trail Ambassadors like Chittenango's Dave Kellogg are volunteers who provide a warm welcome to Erie Canalway Trail users and offer assistance with … Continue reading Trail Ambassadors Establish New Post in Chittenango
Jumpin’ Jacks – A Trailside Favorite in Scotia
For many in the Capital Region, the arrival of spring is marked by the opening of legendary Scotia car-hop, Jumpin’ Jacks, within sight of the Erie Canalway Trail. Jumpin’ Jacks’ annual opening for the season coincides with the peak of spring fever and a renewed appetite for grilled burgers, hot dogs, and ice cream. Crowds … Continue reading Jumpin’ Jacks – A Trailside Favorite in Scotia
Inaugural Tour the Towpath Showcases Old Erie Canal Trail Section
The 36 miles of Erie Canalway Trail that run through Old Erie Canal State Park are some of the most picturesque along the entire state-wide route. A new event, Tour the Towpath, showcases these scenic stretches and the historic communities that they connect on a one- or two-day supported ride. On Friday July 31, the inaugural Tour … Continue reading Inaugural Tour the Towpath Showcases Old Erie Canal Trail Section
Trailside: Home the easier way – Erie Canal Bike Transport can bring you back
Getting quickly and easily back to the starting point is always a challenge for multi-day Erie Canalway Trail cyclists. Erie Canal Bike Transport is working hard to remedy that. Meet Evan Schiller, owner of Erie Canal Bike Transport. Ten years ago, Schiller was ferrying travelers from the airport to a popular Rochester-based bed and breakfast … Continue reading Trailside: Home the easier way – Erie Canal Bike Transport can bring you back
Stockade Inn fortifies trail travelers in Schenectady
Located just off the Erie Canalway Trail in Schenectady’s Stockade Historic District, the 18 guest rooms of the Stockade Inn provides high-quality service--including complementary high speed internet access, cable TV, HBO, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, private bathroom and vanity, and a business style desk--to trail travelers and other sojourners alike. The Stockade Inn … Continue reading Stockade Inn fortifies trail travelers in Schenectady
Funding awarded for several Canalway Trail projects
In October, Governor Cuomo and NYS DOT Commissioner McDonald provided a boost for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure by announcing $70 million in federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding for 68 projects in communities across the state. Several of these awards will fund additions and enhancements to the Erie Canalway Trail. Improvements, community connections, and one … Continue reading Funding awarded for several Canalway Trail projects
500 riders, 400 miles, 300 photos, 200 communities: Cycling the Erie Canal
There is no better way to see the history and beautiful scenery New York has to offer than traveling by bike. This year PTNY hosted more than 500 bicyclists on the 16th annual Cycling the Erie Canal bike tour July 13-20. Representatives from the New York State Canal Corporation, Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation … Continue reading 500 riders, 400 miles, 300 photos, 200 communities: Cycling the Erie Canal
Canalway Trail Times 