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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Christine Hoffer
Washington County Tourism
518-222-7450
info@washingtonnycounty.com

Fall Foliage Season Offers Agricultural, Balloon and Cultural Events In
Washington County, NY

Fort Edward, NY (August 29, 2011) – Scenic fall foliage and fun weekend events
highlight the fall season in Washington County, New York. Located where the Hudson
River Valley meets the mighty Adirondacks, Washington County features scenic country
roads, farms, covered bridges, museums and charming towns and villages to explore.

Special event vacation packages have been created specifically for these fall events and
details on each package can be found at www.washingtonnycounty.com.

Upcoming Fall Events in Washington County Include:

September 10, 11: Cheese Tour
This free event allows visitors to tour five area farms to sample cheese and
learn more about the cheese-making process. More information can be found at
www.washingtoncountycheese.com/tour.html.

September 10: HarvestFest
Celebrate the end of summer with local food, music, art and activities for the entire
family in scenic Salem. More information is available at www.salemnychamber.com/
harvestfest.html.

September 9 -11: Sunkiss Balloon Festival
Held at Kingswood Golf Course, this event features 30 hot-air balloons that will fill the
Washington County sky with color and fun. More information on this event is available
at www.sunkissballooning.com/festival.

Septmeber 9-11: Sandy Hill Days
Held in Hudson Falls, this event features live music, fireworks and family fun and is a
fall tradition in Washington County. More information is available online at
www.sandyhilldays.bizland.com.

September 24, 25: Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival
Held at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Greenwich, this event features over 120

vendors, demonstrations, animals and finished fiber products. More information on this
event is available at www.adkfiber.com.

October 8-10: Landscapes for Landsakes
This 10th anniversary art exhibition features the work of over 30 artists and a special 10th
anniversary legacy exhibit of 31 additional artists. More information on this event is
available at www.agstewardship.org.

To learn more about Washington County, New York's fall events, weekend getaway
opportunities and vacation packages offered, please visit www.washingtonnycounty.com.

About Washington County, New York
Uniquely located where the Hudson River Valley meets both the Southern Adirondacks
and the Green Mountains of Vermont, scenic Washington County offers visitors
charming country roads, covered bridges, agri-tourism and farm experiences, local
artisans and cultural activities, charming boutiques for shopping and so much more.
Visitors can learn more about Washington County at www.washingtonnycounty.com.

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