Canal Society of NYS Spring Study Tour - Wayne County

🌟 Join Us for the Wayne County Study Tour! 🌟

Explore the fascinating history of the Erie Canal in Wayne County over this immersive two-day tour! 🗺️

🛏️ Accommodation: A limited number of rooms are reserved at the Microtel Inn in Newark, NY. Book early!

• Hotel booking code: 04036CAN
• Book Here

📞 For inquiries, contact Craig Williams at 518-755-4516 or email: 1735james@fairpoint.net

🚍 Tour Details:
Spaces are limited to 54 participants, so register ASAP! Registrations must be in by March 27, 2026, or until full.

✨ Our special guest, Bob Stopper, the legendary canal greeter, will be joining us!
Discover the incredible canal history featuring Nine Enlarged Erie Canal Locks (#53-61) along with the scenic beauty of Wayne County.

🗓️ Friday, April 3:

• Kick-off with a walking tour of canal sites in Newark, right by the Microtel Inn at 10 AM.
• Enjoy a close view of the Barge Canal powerhouse at Lock 28B and continue to the Clinton's Ditch lock and Barge Lock 25.
• Lunch: On your own, with time to join the 2 PM tour of the Canal Corporation Lyons Section Shops and Drydock.

🚌 Saturday, April 4:

• Bus departs from Microtel Inn at 8:30 AM to visit sites in Palmyra, Macedon, and Clyde.
• Participate in a lovely lunch at Stone 8 Taphouse in Clyde.
• Return to the Microtel by 4:30 PM.

📜 What’s included: Choose from a variety of activities throughout the two days!
⛔ What’s not included: Transportation on Friday and hotel costs are an additional charge.

Don't miss out on this chance to explore the historic Erie Canal! 🌊 We can't wait to see you there!

📍 Location: 434 E Union St, Newark, NY 14513-1610, United States
🔗 Get Your Tickets Here!