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Updates for Upcoming Cortland County Festivals and Events

If this was a normal year, we would be gearing up for a summer chock full of signature Cortland County events that showcase our love of art, music, culture, food and wine. However, the increased effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus has meant the cancellation of many of these events. While some of the cultural events, like the annual Blackbird Film Festival, have been rescheduled…

Where to Get Drool-Worthy Burgers in Cortland County For National Hamburger Day

Today is National Hamburger Day, and there's no better way to celebrate than with a rich, juicy hamburger from your favorite Cortland County eatery. From beef patties to a chicken burger, or healthier veggie options, meat lovers and vegetarians can't resist the taste of the tasty concoction. In celebration of the national day, order takeout or delivery from a Cortland County restaurant offering…

How You Can Support the Local Community

The local restaurants, artists, the cute shops and weekly markets are the heartbeat of the Cortland County community. They serve us every day, and it's our time to pay it forward. There are many ways we can't control the ongoing situation, but what we can control is how we respond to it, and how we support small businesses. Whether it's ordering takeout, picking up fresh vegetables at the…

Adventures Along the Experience Cortland GeoTour

This Saturday, the US celebrates National Scavenger Hunt Day, and Experience Cortland has a high-tech twist on this classic game. Grab your Smartphone and your sense of wanderlust, and embark on the Experience Cortland GeoTour. This tour will take you along the byways of Cortland County to the secret and not-so-secret hideaways where we have stashed our caches for you to discover.…

Activities for Your Socially Distant Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day certainly looks a little different this year, but the unofficial start to summer can still mean burgers fresh from the grill, patriotic displays and friendly cornhole games with the ones you love. We’re here to help you plan a fun-packed weekend for you and your family. Keep reading for a list of socially distant activities, at-home escapes and BBQ to go for your three-day…

Tips for an Awesome Outdoor Cinema Experience

Sandy, Danny and the cast of Grease are not the only ones spending time at the drive-in these days. The Cortland County community, including myself, flocked to Virgil this past weekend to check out the only outdoor cinema experience in the county. Greek Peak Mountain Resort, normally known for it's ski trails, over 500 feet of water slides, and more recently dancing dinosaurs, has found a creative…

Iconic Cortland County Women: Amelia Jenks Bloomer

The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted American women the right to vote, a right known as women’s suffrage, and was ratified on August 18, 1920, ending almost a century of protest. The legendary crusade for women's suffrage began in 1848 at a historic meeting in Seneca Falls, New York. Following the convention, the demand for the vote became a centerpiece of the women’s…

Meet the Experience Cortland Intern: Kelly Gardner

Hello! My name is Kelly Gardner, a senior in my final semester at SUNY Cortland. I have been interning for the Cortland County Convention & Visitors Bureau during this spring semester. I major in history and minor in political science. Originally, I was studying to become a high school social studies teacher. However, I realized that I enjoy working with people much more than teaching history…

That's a Wrap: Rewatch the Spirit of Cortland Video Series

And that's a wrap! The Spirit of Cortland videos series has come to a close. It was such a pleasure for the Experience Cortland staff to talk about the Cortland County tourism industry and how the spirit of tourism is very much alive even during these uncertain times. We understand that life can be lonely and scary as we practice social distancing, so we hope that these videos brought light to…

Cortland County Celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week with Spirit of Cortland Video Series

National Travel and Tourism Week is an annual tradition for the U.S. travel community. It’s a time when travel and tourism professionals across the country unite to celebrate the value travel holds for our economy, businesses and personal wellbeing. The Cortland County Convention & Visitor's Bureau (CVB) is leading Cortland County's travel and tourism community during this celebration. In its…

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