Happy hour hikes: beer and trail pairings in the Hudson Valley
From Lake George to Peekskill, these breweries are easy, ideal post-hike hops stops
Kathleen Willcox
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Finding a taproom once you leave the trail is not a problem in the Catskills and Hudson Valley, where great hikes and breweries abound.Newburgh Brewing Company
New York State boasts more than 700 hiking trails, and more than 440 licensed breweries, many of which are located just a stone’s throw from the greatest trails. Coincidence? Probably. Serendipitous? Indubitably.
“New York has become a huge destination for its beer, but since opening our taproom three years ago, I can attest to the draw of the Great Outdoors as well,” says Rick Shobin, a proprietor at the 15-barrell Woodstock Brewing in Phoenicia. “I think it has been especially helpful in the past year during COVID. We honestly haven’t seen a dip at all in revenue, and I think that’s because so many people are spending more
Posted On Thu, December 10, 2020 By Devin Gannon In Features, Upstate Posted On Thu, December 10, 2020 By Devin Gannon In Features, Upstate
Moving to the suburbs after growing out of a New York City apartment is not a new phenomenon. But after many New Yorkers spent the early days of the coronavirus pandemic cooped up inside small spaces, trading in city life for country living has become more attractive than ever. Westchester County continues to draw new residents with its affordable and spacious homes, access to nature, proximity to Manhattan, and abundant public transit options. But with six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages, choosing where to live in Westchester can be daunting. Whether you’re looking for walkable urban areas with a reputable school system, artsy towns with waterfront access, or rural villages with more horses than people, there’s a home for you in this diverse coun