Lovers of the outdoors will not want to miss the chance to experience Beaver Lake Nature Center. Located a short 15-minute drive northwest of Syracuse in Baldwinsville, the center features 9 miles of trails that offer the opportunity to see over 200 species of birds and over 800 varieties of plants. Also, the 200-acre glacial lake is a true wonder to behold. During the warmer months, you can choose to get a closer look at the lake's natural beauty by exploring from a canoe.
The Syracuse Suds Factory is in the business of manufacturing a good time for all guests. This unique dining and drinking destination was established in 1991 and proudly offers locally brewed beer as well as an impressive menu that features everything from wings to sirloins. Syracuse Suds Factory also offers an award-winning fish fry on Friday as well as mouth-watering prime rib every Saturday. So make sure to make the Suds Factory your choice for an unforgettable nightlife experience, full of home-brewed fun.
Team spirit is something that you just have to display, and to find exactly how to do that, visit Manny's. The store is the official shop of the Syracuse Orange and offers caps, shirts, hoodies, sweatpants and sweatshirts, and jackets and jerseys for men, women and children. So if you're gearing up for the next big game or just want to show your support, head to Manny's!
Nature and history intertwine to create something special at the Camillus Erie Canal Park. This 300-acre park is located between Albany and Buffalo, at the midpoint of the Erie Canal. The expansive area features seven miles of trails that are used for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding in the warmer months of the year and snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Also, don't miss the chance to stop into Sim's Store Museum which is a replica of an actual canal-side store that can be found in the center of the park.