Please check out our local attractions that are accessible to the public. Many residents do not realize how many natural treasures are hidden and waiting to be discovered in the area. Here are few but check frequently for new updates or let us know if we missed something: Sturgeon Point Marina 618 Sturgeon Point Road Derby NY 14047 716-549-0970 A beautiful summer outlet to the Lake Erie located in Derby open to all the public. The marina holds over 100 slots for personal boats & watercraft (due to shallow bottom not many sail boats). Sturgeon Point also provides shelter for several law enforcement vessels in conjunction to the Department of Environmental Conservation & Border Patrol. Any watercraft can be launched for a small fee or can be stored in one of the slips for seasonal fee between the days of Memorial and Labor Day. The marina provides also restaurant equipped with restroom facilities. Ice, bait but also oil and gas (6 am to 10 pm). The biggest slip is 30’, the smallest 18’. There are also 40 dry dock spots. The launching is 24/7. Other services include pump out, pressure wash, battery charge & overnight dockage. Eighteen Mile Creek This creek creates unbelievable paradise of nature in our own back yard. Eighteen Mile Creek empties into Lake Erie at the hamlet of Highland-on-the-Lake, on the boundary between the Towns of Hamburg and Evans. Eighteen Mile Creek is a large, meandering, warm water stream situated in a steep sided, undeveloped, wooded gorge, characterized by shale cliffs (70-100 feet high) and mature deciduous forest. The creek is the second largest tributary of Lake Erie in New York State, and there are few comparable streams in the Great Lakes region. Eighteen Mile Creek is particularly significant because large concentrations of coho salmon, chinook salmon and brown trout migrate from Lake Erie into the creek each fall, from late August through December (September-November, primarily), when salmonids ascend the streams to spawn. According to NYSDEC In 1984, approximately 40,000 coho salmon, and 18,000 steelhead were released in Eighteen Mile Creek. Among New York's Lake Erie tributaries, Eighteen Mile Creek ranked third for numbers of salmonids stocked in 1984; the creek was one of only four in the region that received steelhead. Eighteen Mile Creek also supports substantial natural reproduction by smallmouth bass, and has runs of various lake-dwelling species, such as white sucker, carp, freshwater drum, and brown bullhead. Black redhorse were reported at the mouth of the creek in the 1920's, but this species has not since been confirmed in the area. Among being a popular place for angling opportunities, it is also the fossil hunting enclave. Their are several public accesable areas along 18 Mile Creek and the South Branch. The 18 Mile Creek can be easily accessed through many different parts on South & North Creek Roads respectively. Begin at the mouth, upstream from Lake Erie, to the Falls before Water Valley where it becomes impassable for fish. 18 Mile Creek is not only a fishing destination. Many different kinds of visitors are visible here, from hikers, mountain bikers to families along little kids walking through the bedrock in late summer heat. A hike like that would be a perfect destination for weekend escapades but also for hour strolls in the late afternoon on a weekday. And also please keep in mind, the stream is longer than 18 miles. The name only refers to the distance from the head of Lake Erie at Buffalo and not the commonly believed length. Big Sister Creek Big Sister Creek is another local treasure which goes unnoticed in local area. The creek itself is located approximately one mile northwest of the Village of Angola. The fish and wildlife habitat is an approximate two mile segment of the creek, extending from Route 5 to the mouth. This portion of Big Sister Creek is a relatively wide, low gradient, warm water stream, with the lower half-mile forming an estuary of Lake Erie. Big Sister Creek is one of the major Erie County tributaries of Lake Erie, and much of the channel remains in a relatively undisturbed condition. Stream ecosystems such as this, which provide valuable habitat for lake-dwelling fish populations, are unusual in the county. While not included as part of the habitat, it should be noted that the sand dunes bordering the mouth of the creek are the only such formations on the Lake Erie shoreline of New York, and are being evaluated by the National Park Service for possible inclusion in the national Coastal Barrier Resources System. Big Sister Creek is especially significant because concentrations of several salmonid species enter the stream during their respective spawning seasons (although reproduction is unsuccessful in most instances). Steelhead enter the creek between late February and April, and runs of coho and chinook salmon and brown trout occur from late August through December (September-November primarily). These fish populations are the result of an ongoing effort by the NYSDEC to establish a major salmonid fishery in the Great Lakes through stocking, although there have been no releases directly into Big Sister Creek. In addition to these salmonids, the creek supports a productive warm water fishery, including smallmouth bass (which spawn here), channel catfish, rock bass, white bass, carp, and possibly freshwater drum and northern pike. Local concentrations of wildlife, including waterfowl, gulls, common terns, bank swallows, and raccoons, may sometimes occur in the area, but use of the area by these species is not known to be significant. As a result of the abundant fisheries resources in Big Sister Creek, a significant number of Erie County anglers are attracted to the area. During salmonid runs, recreational fishing pressure extends well up to NYS. Route 5. In general, however, the creek is most heavily fished from the banks within Bennett Beach Park, which provides good public access. Graycliff by Frank Lloyd Wright 6472 Old Lake Shore Road Derby NY 14047 716-947-9217 Town of Evans is also famous internationally on the world map of great architects. Graycliff, which is believed to be a jewel set high on a cliff with sweeping views over Lake Erie was eracted between 1926 and 1929 by the renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. This magnificent structure was designed for Isabelle R and Darwin D Martin. Graycliff was used the summer home for about 16 years. After the death of Darwin D Martin in 1936, the house becomes less populated and Martins ceases to use Graycliff after 1945. In 1951 Piarist Fathers bought the house and used it until 1997, during which time Graycliff Conservancy was formed. The house changed hands once again and became a museum open to the public later on. Please contact the number listed above for more information on admission and hours. John K Thompson Pool 1525 South Creek Road Derby NY 14047 716-549-0970 Swimming pool facilities with day to day swim open to the public with season passes available to Town of Evans residents only. John K Thompson Pool is usually open from some time in June (depending on the weather) through the Labor Day. For beginners and those who want to improve swimming skills lesson are available through Lake Shore School dist. Open swim is from 1 pm to 7 pm daily with lifeguards on duty. The pool facilities are equipped with picnic area, restroom, small playground area and basketball court. Skate Park 8787 Erie Road Angola NY 14006 (next to Town Hall) 716-549-0970 This haven for youngster located next to Town Hall usually open for the season in mid April but it might vary due to weather. Hours also vary so please call for available times. Park usually closes in November but also all depends on the weather. Park is open to anyone with age restriction of 7 years and older. Registration is not necessary, but helmets are mandatory. Evans Historical Museum 8351 Erie Road Angola NY 14006 (716) 627 - 7878 Museum exhibiting local cherished history. Unfortunately no further information at this time. Please call the number above and inquire directly. Angola Public Library 34 North Main Street Angola, NY 14006 716-549-1271 http://www.buffalolib.org/libraries/angola/ Angola Public Library is located on Main Street in the Village of Angola next to the Evans National Bank. The building is wheelchair accessible and parking lot is available. Visitors can work on public access computers - 7 all together which are networked and equipped in MS Office applications and internet. Printing service is available for a small fee as well as coping. Also radio receivers are there for the visually impaired. Please check their website or call for more information, as there are more events and attractions in addition to books and/or DVDs. |
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