OSWEGO COUNTY , NY
Named for an Iroquois word meaning “ place of the pouring out ,” Oswego County , NY is located on the southern shore of Great Lake Ontario and the edge of the Tug Hill Plateau , with easy access to I-81 and I-90 . The area ' s unique natural features make Oswego County the perfect place to explore the great outdoors .
FISHING Oswego County is surrounded by water . From trolling on Lake Ontario for trophy trout , salmon and walleye to fly-fishing for steelhead , Atlantic salmon and wild brook trout , the area offers unmatched angling opportunities .
Oswego County ' s waters have produced 12 world and state record fish , including a 47-lb . Chinook salmon from the legendary Salmon River ! Licensed guides and charter captains provide expert guidance and equipment for anglers of all ages .
FAT BIKES The Winona Forest IditaFAT race offers distances of 12k to 36k . Located east of Lake Ontario , Winona Forest receives 250 to 300 inches of snow annually . Winona is home to some 30 miles of mountain biking , hiking , cross-country ski and snowshoe trails .
PADDLING Paddlers can explore remnants of the old canal along the Oswego River , watch for bald eagles , osprey and heron along pristine streams and reservoirs , or float the rapids of the Salmon River .
BIRDING One of the premier hawk watches in the Northeastern United States is Derby Hill , where on average 40,000 raptors are counted each spring as they migrate northwards . Diverse woodlands , wetlands and expansive shorelines make this a popular birding destination .
132 | Spring 2017 | Adventure Outdoors