Enjoy the outdoors in the Mohawk Valley

Are you the outdoorsy type? Do you want to be? Join Jim as he explores and shares what he loves about the Mohawk Valley.

What we love about the Mohawk Valley

The landscape that is the Mohawk Valley has so much to take in from the mighty Mohawk River, to the farms working the land, to the woods and wilderness accessible by many trails crisscrossing the valley. Living in Herkimer County, we love learning about its landscape and history to really be connected and live our best life in the Mohawk Valley today.

Living in the Mohawk Valley

The Mohawk Valley has something for everyone

No matter where you start in the Mohawk Valley, you’ll find plenty of scenic beauty, history and plenty of outdoor activities. If you live in the Mohawk Valley, there’s so much to explore. There are many area sites and attractions which we love to visit. Our favorite place to be is anywhere outdoors.

Happy New Year

Wishing everyone in and around the Mohawk Valley a very Happy New Year!

First Day Hike – Glimmerglass State Park

First Day Hike takes place on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown, Otsego County, NY.

First Day Hike – Gilbert Lake State Park

The First Day Hike Gilbert Lake State Park takes place on January 1, 2023 at Gilbert Lake State Park located in Laurens, Otsego County, NY.

All Mohawk Valley Today Posts

Boilermaker Unveils 50-Foot Mural

Officials from the Boilermaker Road Race revealed a 50-foot mural featuring seven distinct scenes from the iconic 15K race Tuesday afternoon.
July 26, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today
Booneville-Onieda County Fair

Coming to a county near you: Mohawk Valley Summer Fairs!

This year's Mohawk Valley fairs begin on July 26th followed by fairs every week during the entire month of August and into September!
July 25, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today
The Herkimer County Fair

Get ready for the Herkimer County Fair!

The Herkimer County Fair "From Ferris Wheels to Wagon Wheels" is from August 16-21, 2022 at the Herkimer County Fairgrounds in Frankfort, NY.
July 21, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today

Blueberry Picking

Looking for a a relaxing, fun, summertime outdoor activity in the Mohawk Valley? Perhaps blueberry picking might be right for you!
July 20, 2022/by Jim Rogers

Winners of The Farmers’ Museum’s 74th Annual Junior Livestock Show Announced

Top honors at the 74th Annual Junior Livestock Show in Cooperstown went to young handlers from, Herkimer, Otsego and Schoharie counties during the show’s final event on Tuesday, July 12.
July 19, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today
Cycle the Erie Canal

750 cyclists from 40 states continue on 400-mile cross-state bicycle trip

After holding the tour at reduced capacity in 2021 due to the pandemic, the annual eight-day, cross-state Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour returns at full capacity this year.
July 14, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today
Cycle the Erie Canal enters second half as 750 riders leave Syracuse

Cycle the Erie Canal enters second half as 750 riders leave Syracuse

Cycle the Erie Canal enters second half as 750 riders leave Syracuse on the Annual 400-mile cross-state tour started in Buffalo July 10, cyclists arrive in Rome on July 14.
July 13, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today

Mekonnen, Romanchuk break Boilermaker Course Record

Jemal Yimer Mekonnen of Ethiopia won the 45th running of the Boilermaker 15K Road Race presented by Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield, smashing a 12-year-old course record by 8 seconds in the race’s return to its traditional first Sunday in July. Rosemary Wanjiru of Kenya took home the women’s crown and a $10,000 Super Bonus as part of the Professional Road Racing (PRRO) 25th Championship.
July 12, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today

Mekonnen, Romanchuk break Boilermaker Course Record, Wanjiru takes Women’s Race

Jemal Yimer Mekonnen of Ethiopia won the 45th running of the Boilermaker 15K Road Race presented by Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield, smashing a 12-year-old course record by 8 seconds in the race’s return to its traditional first Sunday in July. Rosemary Wanjiru of Kenya took home the women’s crown and a $10,000 Super Bonus as part of the Professional Road Racing (PRRO) 25th Championship.
July 11, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today
Cycle the Erie Canal

Cyclists from 40 states to make 400-mile cross-state bicycle trip

750 cyclists from 40 states to make 400-mile, cross-state bicycle trip departing from Buffalo July 10 on annual Cycle the Erie Canal tour.
July 9, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today

Boilermaker Site of PRRO Championship

July 7, 2022 (Utica, NY) When runners take to the starting line of the Boilermaker Road Race 15K presented by Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield on the morning of Sunday, July 10, they will be lining up with elite, professional athletes for the first time in three years.
July 7, 2022/by Mohawk Valley Today

4th of July in the Mohawk Valley

Spend time with family and friends today doing something that you enjoy. Celebrate together and have a great day!

Happy 4th of July!
July 4, 2022/by Jim Rogers
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