BACKROADS FALL FIESTA THURS/OCT. 16-MON/OCT. 20
If you thought we couldn't put another gathering together, you were WRONG! We are going on a quest to discover the Holy Grail of riding during the best time of the year, at three great places. Then shalt thou count to three, no more, no less. Three shall be the number thou shalt count, and the number of the counting shall be three.
YOU MUST CALL AND ASK FOR THE BACKROADS GROUP TO GET THE ROOM DISCOUNT.
On your way to Amsterdam, NY, should you be coming from the south and heading north, coming from the west and heading east, or perhaps after the rally, you might want to make a stop in Cooperstown at the Fenimore Art Museum for their Exploring Calvin and Hobbes exhibit, running through the end of the year. Exploring Calvin and Hobbes revisits the beloved comic strip created by Bill Watterson from 1985 to 1995. This exhibit explores his mastery of the comic strip art form through engaging characters, thoughtful writing, and creative layouts.
The Amsterdam Castle
'Go and tell your master that we have been charged by God with a sacred quest. If he will give us food and shelter for the night, he can join us in our quest for the Holy Grail.'
We'll begin our adventure, after making your way across the Bridge of Death (what is your favorite color?) in Amsterdam NY at the Castle, where we will be Knights of the Round Table, and dance whene'er we're able.
We suggest dinner at Lorenzo's, a short walk from the Castle. Call to make reservations, please:
https://www.lorenzossouthside.com/
As of 8/14/2025 all rooms at the Amsterdam Castle have been booked. The closest lodging would be the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Amsterdam.
Phone: (518) 513-1313
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/microtel/amsterdam-new-york/microtel-inn-and-suites-amsterdam/overview
The Lake Motel
The next day we'll meander north through the Adirondacks, before making our way to the Lake Motel, nestled on Lake George, our home for two nights.
The Lady of the Lake, her arm clad in the purest shimmering samite, held aloft Excalibur from the bosom of the water.
There is bountiful riding in the Adirondacks, as we spend the day searching for the Holy Grail and demonic rabbits.
Hancock House Hotel
Our last night will be spent at a favorite and familiar haunt, our exploring and quest done for this trip.
A year passed: winter changed into spring, spring changed into summer, summer changed back into winter, and winter gave spring and summer a miss and went straight on into autumn... until one day...
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