FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 26, 2006
CANAL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES CANAL SPLASH! PROGRAM OF EVENTS
More Than 85 Local Events Scheduled for Weekend of August 12-13, 2006
The New York State Canal Corporation today announced more than 85 local events will take place the weekend of August 12-13, 2006 as part of the first Annual Canal Splash! -- a weekend-long celebration of the history, beauty, culture and recreational appeal of the New York State Canal System and Erie Canalway Trail.
“In our inaugural year, we have had an overwhelming response from
communities, non-profits and businesses throughout the Canal System,” Canal
Corporation Director Carmella Mantello said. “With more than 85 special events
and activities planned throughout the weekend, there is something for everyone
in the family to enjoy. So make plans now to join in the festivities and
celebrate this State and national treasure in our own backyard.”
The Canal Splash is the Canal Corporation’s signature marketing event designed to promote the many communities, organizations, businesses and attractions throughout the Canal Corridor.
Examples of local events include nature and history walks along the canal or Canalway Trail; museum and gallery features; group bicycle rides on the Canalway Trail; rowing regattas; Canalside business and restaurant specials; discounts on kayak and canoe rentals; cruise boat tours; canal festivals, concerts and more. A full program of events is attached and is available on-line at www.johnnymilleradventures.com.
A full-color program with information and a complete listing of events by
canal region also is available at various locations along the canal, including
many canalside businesses, visitor centers, and canal locks and harbors.
For more information about the Canal Splash or to request a program, please contact the New York State Canal Corporation Marketing Office at 518-436-2799 or click here (PDF, 6 pages/2.26 Mb).
The New York State Canal System is comprised of four historic waterways, the Erie, the Champlain, the Oswego and the Cayuga-Seneca Canals. Spanning 524 miles across New York State, the waterway links the Hudson River, Lake Champlain, Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes and the Niagara River with communities rich in history and culture. For more information regarding events and vacation opportunities along the Canal System, please visit www.canals.state.ny.us or call 1-800-4CANAL4.