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Pecks Lake in Gloversville, NY

Snow Sports, Hunting, Fishing and Golf Are Popular in Fulton County

You might say Fulton County is an outdoor lover’s paradise. The area boasts 44 sparkling lakes, including The Great Sacandaga Lake, and has been ranked as one of the best places in the nation for hunting and fishing by Outdoor Life magazine. Golf and snow sports are also all the rage here. Snowmobiling and Skiing in Fulton County When snow descends on Fulton County, residents don’t hide away in their homes. They break out their snowmobiles and hit the ground running on Fulton County... Read More »
Fox Run Golf Club in Johnstown, NY

Fulton's Outdoors Scene Offers Skiing, Hiking, Fishing, Hunting and More

Fulton’s serene natural environment gets the entire community active outdoors. Whether it is skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, or hiking, Fulton County has year-round activities for the outdoor enthusiast. Spring, Summer and Early Fall Fulton County gives golfers variety as it boasts seven outstanding courses including Fox Run Golf Club in Johnstown, Holland Meadows Golf Course in Gloversville, Kingsboro Golf Club in Gloversville, Nick Stoner Municipal Golf Course in Caroga Lake,... Read More »
Dick and Peg's Northward Inn, Gloversville, NY

Fulton County Restaurants Serve a Tasty Variety of Foods

New York is synonymous with great restaurants, and Fulton County certainly delivers in the dining spectrum. No matter where you travel in Fulton County, you’ll find a variety of quality restaurants serving up everything from handmade pizza to filet mignon and seafood. Fulton County's Landmark Restaurants Dick & Peg’s Northward Inn in Gloversville has been a longtime favorite with the locals. Family-owned and operated for more than 35 years, Dick & Peg’s is a high-end... Read More »
Pecks Lake in Gloversville, NY

Plentiful Hunting and Fishing Make Johnstown a Sportsman's Paradise

Whether it’s hip waders or hunkering down in a deer stand, the outdoorsman can find plenty of action in Fulton County. The region’s abundant natural resources ensure that some type of game is in season practically year-round. Deer, bears and turkeys on land vie for attention with trout, bass, walleye and pike in the water, giving the area something for everyone. “We have a lot of local hunters and do cater to the local market, but we get a lot of people up from downstate and New Jersey, too,”... Read More »
Crystal Grove Diamond Mine in Fulton County, NY

Crystal Diamond Mine Is a Fun Family Outing

Someone came up with a sparkling idea 40 years ago, and the interesting concept is still going strong today. Crystal Grove Diamond Mine & Campground is located just outside St. Johnsville in Oppenheim, at the foothills of the Adirondacks in Fulton County. Visitors to Crystal Grove can enter the mine and dig for quartz crystal diamonds, which are not found anywhere else in the world. The quartz stones are actually referred to as Herkimer diamonds, and the largest one found at Crystal Grove... Read More »
The Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market in Gloversville, NY

Agriculture Remains Big Part of Fulton County, NY Economy

Agriculture is second nature in Fulton County, dating back to when the county was formally settled in 1838. The industry continues to be a huge part of the Fulton County economy in 2012. In fact, agriculture and agritourism allow residents ample opportunities to enjoy the fruits of local labor by purchasing food grown here in the fertile natural surroundings, and often times residents can also learn more about food production at the source. One such place is Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market, a... Read More »
Peaceful Valley Maple Farms in Johnstown, NY

Shopping in Johnstown, NY

Johnstown has a variety of shopping destinations to choose from. Below is a listing of some of the stores available here. Book Dealers FISHERMEN'S SUPPLY-CHRISTIAN, 22 W. MAIN ST., (518) 762-3548 MYSTERIES ON MAIN STREET, 144 W. MAIN ST., (518) 736-2665   Childrens SOMETHING SPECIAL, 14 W. MAIN ST., (518) 762-1268 Clothing RETAIL FASHION BUG, 213 N. COMRIE AVE., (518) 762-9202 Department Stores PEEBLES, 224 N. COMRIE AVE., (518) 762-0252 Furniture HEAGLE'S NEW & USED FURNITURE, 2282... Read More »
FAGE Dairy in Johnstown, NY

Fage Yogurt Made in Johnstown, NY

The word "free" is commonly used at Fage Total yogurt...as in free of additives, free of preservatives and free of sweeteners. Fage (pronounced fa-yeh) is the leading dairy company in Greece, having been founded in 1926. But in 2008, the successful company established its first-ever production facility in the United States, headquartering it in the Johnstown Industrial Park. "Fage looked diligently at 17 U.S. sites throughout the entire Northeast before finally deciding on us," says Jeff Bray,... Read More »
Fulton County Museum in Gloversville, NY

Museums Teach Fulton County's History

By highlighting its rich past, Fulton County’s museums make sure today's visitors and residents experience the region’s pivotal, historical role in baseball, big-game hunting and more. While there’s plenty of indoor culture to be found here, sports and the great outdoors are a major draw in a region known as the Gateway to the Adirondacks. New York state has a rich history in baseball, and so does Fulton County. The sport's local history has been getting plenty of notice at an exhibit, the... Read More »
Seafood Brodetto at Sam's Seafood Steakhouse in Johnstown, NY

Fulton Delivers Vast Menus and Friendly Ambiance

Fulton County's numerous family-owned eateries deliver warm atmospheres and varied menus. Whether it is a braised rack of lamb at 5:30 p.m. or a made-from-scratch pie early in the morning, Fulton has a variety of options.   Restaurants Charlie’s Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant that benefits from owners Bob and Carla Palmateer combined experience of more than 50 years in the restaurant business. The restaurant received its namesake in honor of Bob’s mother, Charlie, who... Read More »
Pine Brook Golf Club in Gloversville, NY

Fulton County Offers Excellent Golf Options

The club scene has a special meaning to golfers in Fulton County. There are a number of top golf venues in the area, including: Fox Run Golf Club Duffers can play from four tees ranging from 5,100 to 6,400 yards, plus golfers can additionally play famed courses such as Pebble Beach and St. Andrews without ever setting foot outside of county. Pebble Beach and St. Andrews – how is that possible? It's possible because Fox Run Golf Club in Johnstown has two indoor simulators that can showcase... Read More »

Snowmobile Aficionados Find Heaven in Fulton County

When winter weather drops in on New York‚ hundreds of Fulton County residents don’t break into depression. They break out their snowmobiles. Snowmobiling is one of the favorite cold-weather pastimes in the Adirondack region‚ and Fulton County has the conditions and infrastructure to keep participants happily trekking along. “It’s one of the major winter activities here‚” says Joe Sullivan of Powerhouse Motor Sports of Mayfield. The county has more than 150 miles of well-maintained trails. And... Read More »

Fun Things To Do in Fulton County, NY

From history buffs to outdoor enthusiasts to performing arts fanatics, everyone can find something enjoyable to do in Fulton County. 1. Visit the Wildlife Sports and Education Museum to learn about hunting, fishing and trapping from colonial times until now. 2. Walk, run or bike on the Rail Trail, an 8-mile paved path that runs from Johnstown to Gloversville. 3. Enjoy roller skating, go karts and batting cages at High Rollers Family Fun Center. 4. Play a round at the Fox Run... Read More »

Art Gallery in Johnstown Fosters Creativity

When artist Tiffany Smith moved back to her native Fulton County four years ago, she brought a little piece of city life with her. Her vibrant art gallery – Tiffany Smith Gallery – in Johnstown focuses primarily on modern art, featuring photography, digital art, painting, sculpture and installations by artists from New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania and other states. Shows usually focus on one artist’s work at a time, and they change each month. Other galleries in the region tend to... Read More »

The Orendaga on Northville Lake Savors the Arts and the Environment

Husband-and-wife team Michael Intrabartola and Michele Drozd have a knack for turning straw into gold. In 2002, they purchased a dilapidated historic inn on Northville Lake and breathed new life into it, making it an overnight destination for guests from around the world. “The Orendaga on Northville Lake had been a destination for travelers for many years, possibly ever since the first cabin was built in the early 1900s by Mr. C.H. Small,” Drozd says. “When we acquired the... Read More »

Johnstown Has Walking, Hiking Trails

Getting on the path to physical fitness in Fulton County is as easy as hitting the Rail Trail, an 8-mile paved path from Johnstown to Gloversville. Formerly a railroad bed for the old Fonda Johnstown & Gloversville rail line, the path was transformed into a trail for walking, jogging, biking and in-line skating in the mid-1990s. In 2009, the City of Johnstown celebrated the opening of its new Rail Trail pedestrian and bicycle bridge that carries the Rail Trail over Cayadutta Creek between... Read More »