A ravine snakes its way behind the Essex County Fairgrounds, cutting through about 25 acres of dense forest. The parcel, located behind the horse rings, is mostly secluded, far beyond the watchful eye of government officials. For years, local residents have been dumping … [Read more...] about Illegal Dump Discovered at Essex County Fairgrounds (The Sun)
Essex County Fairgrounds
Visit the Essex County Fair August 12-16
The Essex County Fair takes place annually at the Fairgrounds in Westport, New York. This year the fair is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, August 12th through Sunday, August 16th. Find directions to the fairgrounds here. Since 1848, the Essex County Fair has brought … [Read more...] about Visit the Essex County Fair August 12-16
CATS Announces Second Annual Grand Hike May 9th
(Browse some photos from the 2014 Grand Hike above.) Last spring over 200 people joined in the inaugural Champlain Area Trails (CATS) Grand Hike, and as groups and individuals they hiked from Westport to Essex, NY. This year the event is happening again and it will take place … [Read more...] about CATS Announces Second Annual Grand Hike May 9th
Community Day at Essex Fairgrounds
Community Day at Essex County Fairgrounds June 1, 2013, 10am-3pm Summer is approaching, and while it's not time for the county fair yet there is an upcoming special event that will take place at the fairgrounds! On June 1st the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, NY, will … [Read more...] about Community Day at Essex Fairgrounds