Greene,
New York is a charming little town found in
rural Chenango
County in the state’s Southern
Tier Region. This lovely county covers almost
900 square miles of beautiful rolling hills, fertile
river valleys and lush green forests.Greene
has the second largest population in the county,
with a Census 2000 count of almost 6,000. The county
seat of Norwich
numbered more than 7,00 and the Village
of Greene came in at 1,701.
Greene,
settled in 1792, nestling on the banks of the
beautiful Chenango
River, is visited today by sportsmen for its
fantastic fly
fishing opportunities.
The
Chenango Canal connected to the Erie Canal in 1837,
and Greene became a thriving port town, carrying
local farmer’s produce and dairy products to
market. By 1878, the railroads had supplanted the
river’s importance, but Greene retains memories of
those prosperous times in its well-preserved historic
district. Over one hundred different properties,
both commercial and residential, can be toured here.
The Greene Museum is a mecca for residents and
visiting historians alike. The Bates Round Barn
still stands, a unique four-floor construction from
1914.
Chenango
County draws visitors from all over who want to
escape the frantic pace of city living and explore
the quaint villages and towns surrounded by nature’s
glory. A paradise for both outdoorsmen and wildlife,
80 thousand acres of state land offer hunting and
hiking, camping and horseback
riding. Winter months find cross-country skiers
and snowmobilers using the miles of trails. Four
rivers wind through the County, perfect for canoeing
and kayaking, as well as premier fishing. Those
wanting to commune with nature will discover the
lovely Finger
Lakes Trail, which runs 562 miles, connecting
the Catskills
and the Allegheny
Mountains. It wanders through the County for
over 72 miles. For those less ambitious, the town of
Greene offers several lovely bed
& breakfasts, found in gracious historic
homes.
Game
hunters and antique hunters enjoy the area equally.
Greene’s downtown district satisfies antique
buffs, while the surrounding wilderness keeps
hunters happy. A side trip to Smada
Farms, where maple sugar is still tapped from
the trees each spring, can be a tasteful experience
for all, including maple ice cream and candy, a tour
of the working farm and a hay ride to top it off.
Greene,
New York is a breath of fresh air for city dwellers
from all over. They find a place to return to year
after year to relax and rejuvenate, as well as a
place to consider for relocation to a different way
of life.
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