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Nina O'Scier

Feb 06, 2017

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10 Places You Need To Explore In Western New York

If you live in the Western New York area or considering visiting in the summer, you might want to hit these cool and exciting places up. Every one of these places is a lot of fun and will make your feet hurt by the end of the day.

If you are up for the challenge, I say make it a point to visit one if not all of these interesting spots:

1. Letchworth State Park (Wyoming County)

This amazing park is filled with just about anything you can think of. I've been there as an explorer and also as a white water rafter. You won't regret seeing the gorgeous view it has to offer. The park is massive and there is so much to see. This would definitely be on my list of fun places to explore.

2. Devil's Hole (Niagara County)

Although extremely dangerous and can tire you out within seconds, it is somewhere to go and explore for the day. With over 400 steps to walk down and up from, you get to see up-close the Niagara River. You won't get bored of the beautiful sights you see which makes it an excellent place to go travel to. It's also free!!

3. Eternal Flame (Erie County)

The eternal flame is located in Chestnut Ridge Park about 25 minutes from Buffalo and it's one of the coolest things I have ever seen. You can't be afraid to get a little wet because the eternal flame is literally right under a waterfall. I've been multiple times and each time is just simply amazing. You will never get bored of it and it's free!

4. Panama Rocks (Chautauqua County)

Panama Rocks is one of the coolest places I've ever been to! It's a park full of massive rocks that you can climb on. Yes... it is kinda dangerous but that's the thrill of it I guess. It is so fun and takes up a good chunk of the day so you will never be bored. I absolutely love it there and you will too!

5. Ellicottville (Cattaraugus County)

There is so much to do in Ellicottville whether it be in the summer or the fall! You can explore the cute village with dozens of little shops and restaurants and you can also explore Holiday Valley! Holiday Valley has ziplining throughout the entire summer season and skiing during the winter. There are condos you can stay at right across from Holiday Valley so you can be right where the activities are. You will want to come back every year and possibly make it a family adventure!

6. Niagara Falls (Niagara County)

Okay well, this one is obvious because it's one of the seven wonder of the world but so many Western New Yorkers always forget that Niagara Falls is right in our own backyard. Take a little road trip and explore everything there is to see and trust me, there is a lot to see.

7. Hamlin Beach (Monroe County)

I found this place a couple months ago and it is so pretty and such a cute beach. It's about a half hour from Brockport and is a perfect place to walk and get into the water! There wasn't a lot of people there so it was nice to explore without any distractions. If you like to go to a beach but don't like the people, this is the place for you.

8. Canalside (Erie County)

Downtown Buffalo was run down for a really long time and these past few years, it has been making a comeback. There is so much to do at Canalside that I can't even tell you all of the things there are. There are activities for both summer and winter and activities for everyone. You can ice skate, explore the city, hang out at their different events, and even catch a concert or few. It's the place to be and where every Western New Yorker wants to be.

9. Knox Farm (Erie County)

It's this cute little farm in East Aurora that you can explore. There is always something new to see and mini trails that you didn't know existed. It is free and a perfect place for a last minute adventure.

10. Chautauqua Lake (Chautauqua County)

I was introduced to this place two years ago and let me tell you, I'm glad that I got to see the beauty it has to offer. Call me biased but this place holds special memories to not only me but to the amazing family I go with. It's the perfect family getaway and there is so much to see and do. You can go fishing on the lake, tubing, kayaking, swim, play games, have fires, and just having a great time. It will always be my favorite place to go in the summer and I get to make amazing memories with the wonderful family I go with. Believe me when I say GO... You won't regret this one...trust me!

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Believe me when I say GO!

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2. Devil's Hole (Niagara County)

3. Eternal Flame (Erie County)

4. Panama Rocks (Chautauqua County)

5. Ellicottville (Cattaraugus County)

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8. Canalside (Erie County)

9. Knox Farm (Erie County)

10. Chautauqua Lake (Chautauqua County)

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3. People refusing to be put on hold when a customer is standing right in front of you. Oh, how I wish I could just hang up on you!

4. Having the same conversations over and over again! To be honest I really don't even want to talk to you right now, or have this fake ass smile on my face!

5. Always having to have a smile on your face. I promise I'm not as happy as I may look!

6. Customers not understanding that sometimes, mistakes happen. I am a human being, we all mess up sometimes!

7. Having the boss from hell, it's their way or the highway! Even though I did my job correctly and efficiently, if I don't do it the exact way you do, I'm a piece of shit.

8. Having coworker who don't help out, who bend the rules just enough to screw you over.

9. Having to be at work after closing because a customer is taking forever and half! Not like I'd like to go home or anything!

10. Having shitty hours and more shifts than you asked for. Just because we don't have enough workers, doesn't mean I want to pick up every shift that you cant cover, oh great boss of mine!

11. Not having time for a social life. It gets old saying, "I can't I have work..." Every day of the week!

12. Having that lazy costumer who can't do anything for themselves... no please I'll get that, it's no problem at all!

It's just my face, I swear.

1. When you meet new people, they automatically assume you hate them or are rude.

2. People are constantly asking you if you're OK.

3. After being friends with someone for a while, they confess to you, "I thought you were so mean when I first met you," or, "I thought you hated me."

4. You get told to smile more, but they don't understand how scary that would be.

5. You're always labeled as seeming "judgy."

6. Passing a friend with your RBF in full force and not realizing you just shot them a death glare.

7. Being sarcastic, but everyone thinks you're outright rude.

8. Not knowing how mean you really look until you see a picture of yourself in resting face.

9. Your apologies never sound sincere because of your emotionless face.

10. Your "mad face" scares you.

11. And, lastly, people are constantly asking you if you are happy or having a good time because you look bored to death.

Please hold your blonde joke.

1. "Is Elle Woods your spirit animal?"

2. "Is that your natural hair color?"

3. "Oh wow, you get good grades at school?"

4. "You must really like the color pink!"

5. "You’re probably not into sports, right?"

6. "You must have such a bubbly personality."

7. "Your wardrobe must consist of all things preppy."

8. "What sorority are you in?"

9. "You were probably a cheerleader in high school."

10. "You look like you’re from L.A. because your hair is so light."

11. "You definitely like Pumpkin Spiced Lattes from Starbucks!"

12. "Do you actually think blondes have more fun?"

13. "You must encompass the typical “white girl” stereotype."

14. "Is that daddy’s credit card you’re using?"

15. "So all of your friends are blonde too?"

16. "I’m surprised about you; I thought you would be a lot ditsier."

The world's greatest university meets the world's greatest show.

1. When you get your acceptance letter

2. When you try to figure out how class enrollment works

3. When it’s move in day

4. When you arrive on campus and see all of the attractive people

5. FROG Week

6. When you find your squad

7. When you visit DHall (RIP) or EHall for the first time

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11. Sunday Brunch

12. When you see the infamous “preacher” for the first time

13. The first snow day

14. Madipalooza

15. When finals week rolls around

16. When you have to say goodbye

17. And when you finally get to go back

Do you have a small get-together or throw a big bash?

1. Your family and friends ask what you want for your birthday, so you give them a list of options.

2. You're super excited about your birthday the week before.

3. Your family flies in town to celebrate with you.

4. Your siblings wake you up.

5. Your friends are so excited to be with you on your big day.

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