đźš‚ All Aboard the Finger Lakes Rail Experience!
Discover the Finger Lakes like never before this summer aboard a beautifully restored vintage train with the new FLX Rail Experience — a collaborative venture by Finger Lakes Railway, FMW Solutions, the United Railroad Historical Society of NJ, local wineries, breweries, nonprofits, and Operation Toy Train Routes & Schedule Ticketed Experiences Experience Duration Highlights Price* Family Train ~1 hr roundtrip Open seating, scenic views, kid-friendly From $30 downtowncanandaigua.com+13flxrailexperience.com+13indianarailexperience.org+13 Brunch/Mimosa Express ~1.5 hrs Light breakfast & brunch fare, mid-morning ride From $75 Wine Train ~1.5 hrs Adults-only train with local wine tastings, charcuterie & takeaway glass From $75 Sunset Club / Evening Train ~1–2.5 hrs Twilight ride with period music, hors d’oeuvres & adult beverages Premium styling Special July ? “Photo Charter” ~2.5 hrs Entire route to Solvay with photo ops & boxed lunch, shuttle provided back *Prices subject to change — check site for latest. Why It’s Special Info & Tickets Should You Go? Unequivocally yes! Whether you’re a local or visiting
Fillmore Days: Where History Meets Celebration at Fillmore Glen State Park
Every summer, Moravia’s signature event — Fillmore Days — brings history, nature, and community together in one unforgettable weekend at Fillmore Glen State Park. From bathtub races and local food vendors to trail runs and historical reflection, this unique celebration is both a tribute to our 13th President, Millard Fillmore, and a showcase of small-town Finger Lakes spirit at its best. 🧱 A Presidential Connection Millard Fillmore, born in nearby Summerhill in 1800, spent much of his youth in Moravia. Despite humble beginnings — including apprenticeship as a cloth maker — Fillmore rose to become a lawyer, congressman, and ultimately the 13th President of the United States. His early life in the Finger Lakes is memorialized through Fillmore Glen State Park, home to a replica of his original log cabin and the scenic gorge he likely explored in his youth. Fillmore Days was created to honor his legacy, drawing attention not only to his political journey but
Behind the Design: The Story of Our Cayuga Lake Mug
At 11 Lakes Design, every product starts with a place, a memory, or a feeling — and our Cayuga Lake Mug is no exception. More than just ceramic and ink, this mug holds a story rooted in morning light, quiet shores, and the beauty of life lived lakeside. Inspiration from the Heart of the Finger Lakes Cayuga Lake is more than one of New York’s longest Finger Lakes — it’s a rhythm. From the gentle lapping of waves on a dock in Aurora to the golden reflections dancing under Ithaca’s early sun, we set out to capture a moment that locals and visitors alike would recognize: those peaceful, grounding mornings by the lake. The design began with a photograph taken on a quiet summer morning — mist hugging the hills, coffee in hand, and a heron gliding in the distance. That feeling of calm and reflection became the soul of this mug. Design Elements That Speak the
5 Peaceful Ways to Start Your Day in the Finger Lake
There’s something timeless about mornings in the Finger Lakes — the hush of water lapping the shore, the scent of dew on the breeze, and the slow, golden rise of the sun over vineyards and hills. Whether you’re a visitor soaking up local charm or a lucky local savoring your home region, here are five soul-soothing ways to begin your day in Finger Lakes style. 1. Sip Coffee LakesideStart your morning with a hot cup of locally roasted coffee — preferably in your favorite Finger Lakes mug — as you watch the mist rise off the water. Whether it’s Cayuga, Skaneateles, or Keuka Lake, there’s no better way to greet the day than seated on a dock or porch, wrapped in a sweatshirt, sipping in silence. 2. Take a Trail Walk Among the TreesFrom the gorge trails of Watkins Glen to the peaceful paths in Fillmore Glen, the Finger Lakes region offers countless places to stretch your