r/upstate_new_york

We had the dumb idea of hiding diecast cars around WNY for people to find. And leave hints of where they are on our story. If you would like to participate just give us a follow!

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Wife and I are traveling to Rochester from Ct..about 6 hour drive and want to stop along the way for an overnight. We will be traveling I 90. Up to an hour north or south is fine. Maybe a lake or quaint town or beautiful scenes. Thanks for any suggestions.

We've got a pond with a mucky entrance and after years 10 years we've decided upgrade to a simple dock, preferably wood. If you've got a recommendation let me know. We're in Dutchess County near Pine Plains.

I'll be working in new York for about 2 months and wanted to check how the weather is now till the end of October? Is it warm/cold? What kind of clothing should I pack?

Would really appreciate new yorkers PoV

Hello everyone!! I need ideas for a 3-day visit to the area, midweek early Sept., celebrating turning 50. We are definitely seeing Cooperstown and are very interested in Howe Cavern (unless people think that Secret cavern is better?) I'd like at least 1-2 more activities. I'd say local or up to an hour travel from either. (We haven't locked in a hotel, and would be willing to stay in 2 places if needed).

Light activity is great (walking hikes, not climbing). We love views, whether it's a waterfall, valley, even a dark spot to see some stars. Museums, out-of-the-box fun ideas, a local theater (not expecting this on midweek/ short notice), cool castle, walkable main street, etc.

No: bars/ clubs (wine tasting is fine), amusement parks/ ziplines, probably no watersports.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Been hankering for one since I moved from NYC last year.

I was curious if any shops would do one on request.

Last thing I'd want to do is confuse the folks at Fred the Butcher or another spot. Lol

Hi! I'm moving to Canton later this year, and I'm looking for insight on different clubs or groups in the area. I'm passionate about being outside, being active (mostly yoga, pilates, spin, walking - though I'd love to get into running), painting and drawing, baking, cooking, and trying new restaurants and drink spots! I'd love to also hear of any volunteer opportunities people may know of. I'm moving in with my boyfriend, but otherwise, I do not know anyone local, so just hoping to build a community. Thanks in advance! :)

My wife and I have a family function near Saranac Lake this Friday. We'll be spending the weekend in the area and have most of Friday and Saturday to explore. First time to the area. Any must-do's we should make time for? Thanks!

I grew up in Syracuse, love salt potatoes, went to school in Rochester and love garbage plates, did some more schooling in Buffalo, and come on, can’t beat the wings, played sports in Utica and love chicken riggies, plenty of visits to canton and Potsdam for all their food, I miss the upstate NY food

Hey everyone, I’m 18M from the UK and I’m staying in Buffalo for about a month.

I’m looking to meet some people around my age (18–21ish) and actually hang out, not just chat online. I’m down for pretty much anything — getting food, cinema, gaming, bowling, exploring the city, sports, random activities, whatever.

If you’re around my age and also looking for people to hang out with, feel free to comment or DM me. 👍

Bail reform was began January 2020 so it can be hard to tell it's effects. From what I can tell, in NYC we saw that jails were holding people who belonged in mental health facilities leaving them to wander the street until they were caught for worse crimes. In smaller counties jails were longer stuffed to the brim.

Anything else?

Ill be finally moving to upstate NY for good (from SEA country), and in a few months, I’ll be brazing the winter season. I’m physically active which includes working out and playing racket sports (badminton, pickleball, and recently trying tennis). My biggest concern is how to stay active and how do I stay mentally sane during winter since I have been warned how it can really be depressing and you will gain weight given the less activity.

Are there sports facilities and communities in upstate specifically around Syracuse-Oswego-Utica for these sports?

If there’s not much of these, what winter sports or activities you can recommend that will not break the bank specially that Im just about to start my life there.

* also looking forward to do fishing if I have a chance

TYA!

Hey everyone, I’m 18M from the UK and I’m staying in Buffalo for about a month.

I’m looking to meet some people around my age (18–21ish) and actually hang out, not just chat online. I’m down for pretty much anything — getting food, cinema, gaming, bowling, exploring the city, sports, random activities, whatever.

If you’re around my age and also looking for people to hang out with, feel free to comment or DM me. 👍

My co-founder and I are based in Upstate New York and have spent the last several months building our own pretty ambitious tech product from the ground up.

Along the way, we realized just how much AI-assisted development has changed what a small team can build — and how much more affordable custom development can be compared to traditional agency pricing.

So we're opening a few development slots through our company, HR Enterprises, for other Upstate NY founders, small businesses, organizations, and honestly anyone with a good idea.

Apps, MVPs, AI tools, games, business systems, prototypes — even the random “I wish someone could build this…” ideas.

Quick Builds: from $200
Custom Builds: from $750
MVPs: from $2,500
Larger Systems: custom pricing
We’re local to Upstate NY, so I’m especially interested in seeing what people here are working on.

If you’ve got an idea, send me what you want to build + your budget. I’ll tell you what’s realistically possible within it.

Anyone interested in teaching some sailing basics? I can offer drinks, snacks, and the 30 footer I bought over the winter. The boat is on the north end of sagandaga. I am not completely new to it but we have been mostly just setting up an easy heading and motoring when we have to try harder and am looking to get better.