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Matt Smythe's avatar

Our backyard is pretty special, Jenn. This is a great recommendation list! I live in Naples (south end of Canandaigua Lake for those not from here). I'm sure you're familiar with our hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, eating, wine/distillery/craft beer-ing, and relaxing opportunities. The Finger Lakes region is inexhaustible in that respect. If you're ever in town, let me know!

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

I love Naples….been there many times. I have spent some time angling on Cayuga and Owasco Lake….but not on Canandaigua. Beautiful lake…..so much to do in the Finger Lakes. Thank you for your invite!

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

This looks absolutely gorgeous, Jenn. Wonderful photography.

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

Thank you.

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

Definitely come down for a visit! I also have some favorite birding spots.......Thank you for sharing.

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Neil Barker's avatar

Really nice places you've profiled in the Finger Lakes, Jenn. Western New York State has some beautiful scenery and places. I hope to get to that over for a visit to some of these place. I would really like to see that Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park. Thanks for sharing.

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

Ithaca is a super college town……..a beautiful location…so close to the lake, hiking and lots of things to do. Thank you for your comments - means a lot to me.

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Kristin Swan's avatar

Hi Jenn, my daughter has been a student in Ithaca for the last 3 years and I love exploring the area. Thanks so much for this. I will definitely check out these places on my next visit.

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Sam Alaimo's avatar

Every summer I visit my sister in Ithaca and we are all over Taughannock and Treman. I love this and your pictures are great!

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

So many hiking trails and waterfalls to explore. Thank you for your comments!

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Jenn Woltjen's avatar

Yes, Treman Park is another good one. And also Buttermilk Falls! I could not put all of them in my post......so much to see and do. Thank you.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Jenn! This is perfect timing. I just got back last week from Ithaca took the kids to Robert H. Treman Park to hike. Taughannock Falls is the next place we want to go. I appreciate the info. and beautiful photos, so we can plan our hike. :) We can't wait.

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