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Putnam County Chili Cookoff

Putnam County Chili Cookoff

Chili Lovers get ready for the 2nd Annual Carmel Rotary Club’s Chili Cookoff on Sunday, September 19, noon – 3pm, at Camp Herrlich, 101 Deacon Smith Hill Rd, in Patterson, NY. Continue Reading

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2010 Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival

2010 Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival

Bicycle enthusiasts across the Northeast are gearing up in preparation for the 13th Annual Tour de Putnam Cycling Festival, the race designed by cyclists for cyclists. Kickstands go up at 8 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park on Gipsy Trail Road in Kent, NY on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010.

In the Tour de Putnam, cyclists have the opportunity to choose a route length to suit their own riding ability. Clearly marked and color coded 15, 30, 50, 75 or 100 mile routes take riders through breathtaking Putnam County countryside whose scenic roads weave and wind and are bordered by history itself. Mountain bikers will have their own woodland loop awaiting them as well. 

The SAG supported event will open for registration at 7:30 with staggered starting times beginning at 8. Pre-registration is $25; same day registration is $30. For an on-line registration form visit: http://www.visitputnam.org/. Registration includes a t-shirt, picnic lunch and entertainment by a Dixieland band.

Ride Info:
- Full SAG support
- Clearly marked, color coded routes
- Easy to follow cue sheets
- Bike mechanics courtesy of Bikeway (845) 621-2800
- Route sweeps
- Medical support
- Complimentary massages
- Access from the Southeast Station, on Metro-North’s “Harlem Line”
call 1-800-METRO-INFO
- Free Shuttle service from the Southeast Station with (reservations only),
call 800-470-4854 or 845-225-0381

Times
Check in and same day registration 7:30 to 9:00 am.
Food and water stations are open from 8:30 – 3:00 pm

Ride Start time
- 100 miles, 8 to 9 am
- 75 miles,  8 to 9 am
- 50 miles,  8:30 to 9:30 am
- 30 miles,  8:30 to 9:30 am
- 15 miles,  9:00 to 10:00 am

- Mountain Bike loops   9:30 am

Fees
Pre-registration $25.00
Same day registration $30.00

Registration includes t-shirt, picnic lunch, and Dixieland band. No children under 12. No bike trailers or child seats.

Free shuttle service from the Southeast Metro-North Train Station will be available but entrants are reminded to make reservations for the shuttle by calling: (800) 470-4854 or (845) 225-0381.

So strap the bikes onto the car or load them onto a Metro-North train but don’t miss a fabulous ride through Putnam County – where the country begins.

Resource: Marty Collins, The Putnam County Times;  http://www.visitputnam.org/

Photo credit: Tony Mazzariello

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What Kayak is Right for Me?

What Kayak is Right for Me?

kayaking_gearThink about your bicycle. How do you ride it? Do you have a mountain bike for the trails? Or a lightweight racing bike for competition? Or maybe you ride a nice cruising bike for peddling around town? Each bike is built to be really good at one type of riding—but the downside is, it won’t be as good for other types. My triathlon bike wouldn’t last a minute on a dirt trail, but it’s a gem on the Queen K highway in the Ironman. You get the idea. Continue Reading

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Free Concert with Musician Chris Cassone

Free Concert with Musician Chris Cassone

YouTube wonder Chris Cassone, with over 22,000 plays to his hit song, “Route 22″ will be performing live at the Patterson Flea Market on Sunday, May 30, 2010 beginning at 12pm. Continue Reading

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Let the Bargain Shopping Begin

Let the Bargain Shopping Begin

Spring has sprung and so has the bargains at the Patterson Flea Market. Every Sunday from April 10 to the beginning of November, the Patterson Flea Market offers great deals on a wide variety of items. Continue Reading

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Green Chimneys – A Very Special Place

Green Chimneys – A Very Special Place

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Michael Ciaiola Conservation Area

Michael Ciaiola Conservation Area

michael_ciailoa_conservatio.jpgMichael Ciaiola Conservation Area

Putnam County’s largest Conservation Area with over 800 acres, and leashed dogs are welcome. There are miles of hiking trails, one for every level of fitness.  One of the most popular spots is the Great Gorge Waterfall, which is stunning.  Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic on one of the many flat boulders overlooking the falls.  Remember to take your garbage with you.  Please clean up after yourself.  Be careful….the rocks can be slippery with moisture and moss. Continue Reading

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