Brasher Falls, St. Lawrence County, 1000 Islands Region and North Country, New York Attractions, Activities and Events Are Yours to Explore...
When You Stay at Our B&B!
We invite you to learn a bit about our recommended attractions, activities and events!
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There are endless choices when it comes to recreation:
- Close to Brasher Falls
- Throughout the 1000 Islands Region
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- Around St. Lawrence County
- And All Over North Country, New York!
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Before you're through, we're confident that you'll make our location in Brasher Falls, St. Lawrence County in the 1000 Islands Region of North Country, New York your destination!
Your Hosts,
RANDY & JUDY HILBIG
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Universities
Stay in peaceful, centrally-located Brasher Falls when visiting your friend or relative who is attending school at the St. Lawrence, Clarkson or SUNY university campuses!
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Founded April 3, 1856, SLU is the oldest continuously coeducational institution of higher learning in New York State. In an ideal location, St. Lawrence is a diverse liberal arts learning community of inspiring faculty, serious students, and accomplished alumni, guided by tradition and focused on the future.
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Combined Ingenuity. That's Genius. That's Clarkson. They have made many achievements as a University and as a body of students whose accomplishments on campus and as alumni after graduation is ever-growing.
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Located in beautiful northern New York, this is a small liberal arts college providing an education that is driven by quality delivered in a way that is uniquely personal. SUNY Potsdam has the longest history of any institution within the SUNY System. The Adirondack Park is minutes from the campus.
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SUNY Canton is a vibrant, colorful community of people learning and growing together. The college has a record of excellence in providing an educational experience that prepares students for transfer or employment. SUNY Canton is a member of the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley, a four-college consortium that also includes Clarkson University, the SUNY Potsdam and St. Lawrence University.
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Outdoor Sports
From gentle hikes to extreme water sports, Brasher Falls Bed & Breakfast offers you easy access to all the best outdoor recreation that St. Lawrence County has to offer.
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A popular recreational outdoor activity in North Country New York is ATV trail riding. St. Lawrence County has many trails and town roads which are ATV-accessible. The County Association and various clubs belonging to the association encourage safe travel. Town roads that are accessible are marked with ATV signs.
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The St. Lawrence County Snowmobiling Association's 500 + miles of groomed trails will take you through various types of scenery with something for every rider. We do not own land nor do we lease lands. Most trails are open through the generosity of landowners and or lessees.
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Wherever you are in St. Lawrence County, great fishing is only minutes away. From the foothills of the Adirondacks to the St. Lawrence River, the North Country offers fishing opportunities for everyone. Dozens of rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and streams offer peaceful surroundings, a variety of species, strong fish populations, and good public access.
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Today, St. Lawrence County provides better conditions for some wildlife than at any other time. The combination of existing farmland adjacent to wild areas has produced a population explosion of deer, turkey, partridge, rabbit, and other small game.
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Our location in Brasher Falls places you in the hub to great cross country skiing trails and locations.
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Tours
From majestic castles to museums and cultural tours, there are more than enough attractions to make St. Lawrence County in the 1000 Islands Region of North Country, New York a repeat destination. Stay at Brasher Falls Bed & Breakfast for convenient access to:
CASTLES
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Boldt Castle on Heart Island stands as a memorial to the magnificence of a bygone era and a testament of love of George C. Boldt for his wife, Louise. Wander through this awe-inspiring castle and let your thoughts take you into the saddest love story ever told.
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A slice of American history and local folklore come together at Singer Castle on Dark Island. Located along the St. Lawrence Seaway, Singer Castle is the only castle on the river to be completed, fully furnished and used as a residence.
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BOAT TOURS
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Come and enjoy one of the world's most scenic vistas: Lake St. Lawrence on the great St. Lawrence River! Beautiful sunsets fall across the pristine international waters between northernmost New York State and southeastern Ontario, Canada. River guides also offer fascinating insights into the wildlife, and history surrounding the river. You'll cruise among islands, top fishing spots and ships on the St. Lawrence Seaway.
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Departing from Alexandria Bay, enjoy boat tours of the 1000 Islands Region, including Boldt Castle & Singer Castle. A variety of tour lengths, luncheons & dinners, and custom charter tours are available.
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CULTURAL TOURS
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St. Lawrence County and the 1000 Islands Region of North Country New York have a variety of farming operations that range from dairy & sheep to buffalo & ostrich. Many farms offer tours and a chance to experience a rural way of life.
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Driving the back roads of the New York North Country, you'll likely encounter the horse-drawn black buggies of the Amish, who first came to the area in 1974 in search of available farmland. St. Lawrence County is now home to three Amish communities: Norfolk is the New York home of the Swiss Amish and Heuvelton & Depeyester, New York are home to the Amish whose ancestors were among the early settlers of Ohio.
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At this museum, you can explore, research, touch, work with, and interact with glass. Tour the world's best collection of art and historical glass. View live, narrated glassblowing demonstrations all day, every day. Workshops, a glassworking studio, research library, market and more await.
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View the exhibited collections of the paintings, sketches and sculptures from the portfolio & archives of beloved western artist Frederic Remington at the museum in Ogdensburg, New York.
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This non-profit organization is dedicated to documenting, preserving and promoting the folk arts and folklore of New York’s North Country. Discover the diverse customs and traditions of storytelling, music, crafts, foodways, art, and more that are unique to the region from the St. Lawrence River to the Adirondack Mountains.
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Entertainment & Events
Concerts, community fairs & festivals and other events contribute to the cultural legacy of St. Lawrence County. Entertainment centers provide recreation for visitors and residents alike.
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Enjoy dozens of table games, hundreds of Vegas slot machines, and prizes and jackpots that will amaze you. Savor an all-you-can-eat feast in our Native Harvest Restaurant or enjoy a drink with friends in the Pair-A-Dice bar. The Tribal Treasures Gift Shop carries clothing, jewelry and Native American art for that special gift or souvenir.
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For youth anglers ages 11 to 18, kids fish for big cash prizes, fun and much more! Come join the excitement of one of the biggest summer events along the St. Lawrence River each year!
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This is one of the premier canoe race weekends in New York state. Events ranging from those appropriate for the local recreational racer and teams of recreational paddlers in the relay to top-level international level competition in solo and tandem racing canoes on 12 and 14 mile courses on the Grasse River that is among the most challenging on the marathon race circuit.
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St. Lawrence County offers a full schedule of events throughout the year, from music festivals and concerts, to week-long celebrations. So whether you come for a short overnight visit, or spend some quality time with friends or family for an extended period, check out all that the county has to offer.
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Shopping
Shopping and antiquing abounds in St. Lawrence County, from the intriguing small shops, to wonderful country auctions and malls, there are many places to explore.
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Offering over 55 stores and services, you'll Find Sears, JCPenney, TJ Maxx and Bon·Ton along with all manner of cozy boutiques and unique shoppes. For those into fitness, there's a full size Ice Arena that operates year round and provides skate rentals for all ages.
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Enjoy shopping for folk art examples of pyrography, rustic, matchstick, folk marquetry, penknife whimseys, chip carving, memory, tramp art, crown of thorns and fretwork.
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A sure sign that spring has arrived are the sights and smells of the Sugaring season. The soaring maples and rich, fertile soils of northern New York produce the most outstanding flavored syrups you'll ever taste.
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