PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINJamesport is the home to Sherwood House Vineyards new tasting room. You can now sample their finest vintages year round in this beautiful, new, well appointed tasting room. But don't despair, you still can enjoy an alfresco tasting experience at their original tasting room cottage located right on the vineyard in Mattituck. Cheers!
Get more info on this and other North Fork vineyards in the DRINK section of this site.
PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINFrom the little solitary blackberry stand on Route 48 to the wide selection of just picked produce at Latham's Farm Stand in Orient, there's no shortage on farm fresh goodness. Every stop uncovers something special. Here are some of our favorites and what to look for at each.
Wickham's Fruit Farm Peaches, Tomatoes and Doughnuts.
Briermere Farms Pies. Pies and more Pies. Try the blackberry-apple.
Sep's Amazing asparagus and corn when in season.
Sang Lee Farms All organic. The best Heirloom tomatoes.
Farmer Joe's Straight from the farm veggies and eggs.
Latham's Fresh cut flowers, potatoes, fruits and vegetables.
Go to FARM STANDS for more information on each of these.
PHOTO BY JONI RENTZDan's the man when it comes to bicycle rentals on the North Fork. With his fleet of 22 hybrid Specialized bikes he'll drop off and pick up your two wheelers right to your doorstep. Not sure where to start peddling off to? Dan has lots of suggestions and handy maps to get you on your way. Dan can have you outfitted with your bike in 10 to 15 minutes after you call but be sure to call early cause they rent out quickly! You can reach Dan on his cell phone at 212.380.1119. Bike rentals are $25/day.
PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINThere are a number of golf courses on the North Fork but non as charming as Cedars Golf Club in Cutchogue. Following the design of the original "sheep pasture" courses of Scotland it's noted that this is the first place where golf was played on the North Fork around the turn of the last century. Upgraded and improved in 1963 by noted golf course architect, Russel Case, the 9-hole course is perfectly designed for both pro and newbie golfers. Case's Lane | Cutchogue | 631.734.6363
Here are some other recommended courses:
Island's End Golf & Country Club Route 25 | Greenport | 631.477.8190 | islandsendgolf.com
Calverton Links 149 Edwards Avenue | Calverton | 631.369.5200 | calvertonlinks.com
Shelter Island Country Club 26 Sunnyside Avenue | Shelter Island | 631.749.0416
Drossos Mini Golf Route 25 | Greenport | 631.477.1339 | drossosmotel.com
PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINWhy not plan your city getaway according to the stars. This spring and summer we're due some rather strong meteor showers, according to the Custer Institute, located here on the North Fork. The first of which are the Lyrids between April 15 to the 28th with its peak being on April 22. Here's a list so plan accordingly.
Lyrids | April 15-28 | Peak April 22
Eta Aquarids | April 19-May 28 | Peak May 6
Arietids | May 22-July2 | Peak June 7
South Delta Aquarids | July 12-August 19 | Peak August 28
Perseids | July 17-August 24 | Peak August 12
Orionids | October 2-November 21 | Peak October 21