Honeoye, New York facts for kids
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Honeoye
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 Honeoye
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Ontario County |
| Town | Town of Richmond |
| Area
(2010 Census)
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| • Total | 0.921 sq mi (2.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.921 sq mi (2.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 579 |
| • Density | 628.7/sq mi (242.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14471
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| Area code | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-35353 |
| GNIS feature ID | 953132 |
Honeoye (pronounced HUN-ee-oy) is a small community in Ontario County, New York, United States. It's often called a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). In 2010, about 579 people lived here.
Honeoye is located about 33 miles (53 kilometers) south of Rochester. It sits at the northern end of Honeoye Lake, which is one of the smaller Finger Lakes. The main part of Honeoye is found along U.S. Route 20A.
Because it's right by Honeoye Lake, the hamlet has many businesses. These include gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants. You can also find a doctor's office, a dentist's office, and the Honeoye Central School (for students from kindergarten to 12th grade). There are also churches, a fire station, a public library, a beach, a park, and hiking trails.
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Honeoye's Past: A Look at History
The name "Honeoye" comes from the Seneca word "Ha-ne-a-yeh." This word means "lying finger" and describes the shape of the lake.
Early Inhabitants and Villages
People first lived in the Honeoye area over 10,000 years ago. These were the Point Peninsula Indians. Later, the Seneca tribe settled a village near the northeast part of Honeoye Lake. This was just north of where the community of Honeoye Lake Park is today.
The American Revolution and Fort Cummings
During the American Revolution, the Seneca village was destroyed. This happened in September 1779 by General John Sullivan. He was trying to stop the Iroquois tribes, who were helping the British. Sullivan's troops built a small fort called Fort Cummings at the village site. They left their sick and injured soldiers there, along with many supplies. This helped them move quickly into the Genesee country to fight the Seneca.
Settling After the War
After the war, some soldiers returned to western New York. They liked the fertile soil. Captain Peter Pitts was the first European-American to settle in the Honeoye area. He started a place called Pittstown in 1789, which is now Richmond.
Progressive Ideas in the 1800s
In the mid-1800s, many people in this area supported important causes. They were abolitionists, working to end slavery. They also supported women's rights. The Underground Railroad had stations here, helping enslaved people escape to freedom in Canada. The famous Seneca Falls Convention for women's rights also took place nearby.
Honeoye Lake as a Resort Area
Honeoye was mostly a farming community until the early 1900s. Then, wealthy people from Rochester became interested in Honeoye Lake as a vacation spot. The lake is not very deep, so its water gets warmer than the Great Lakes. In the 1920s, the City of Rochester thought about using the lake for city water. They planned to build a dam, but it never happened. Since then, the area has remained popular for vacationers.
Honeoye's Location and Climate
The Hamlet of Honeoye is just north of Honeoye Lake. It sits on Honeoye Creek at the bottom of Honeoye Valley.
Weather in Honeoye
Honeoye has four clear seasons, like much of the northeastern United States. Summers are warm and humid, while winters are cold and snowy.
Geographic Details
Honeoye is located at 42°47′24″N 077°31′01″W / 42.79000°N 77.51694°W. Its elevation is about 814 feet (248 meters) above sea level. According to the 2010 United States Census, the community covers about 0.921 square miles (2.385 square kilometers) of land.
Community Life and Fun Activities
Honeoye and the nearby areas are well-known for the lake and its fun activities. You can enjoy water sports, fishing, and even ice fishing in winter.
Winter Sports and Outdoor Fun
The steep valleys around Honeoye are great for snow skiing. There are two main ski resorts nearby: Bristol Mountain and Hunt Hollow. Honeoye is also close to the Finger Lakes wine region. Several parks are in the area, including Sandy Bottom Beach and Nature Trail, Harriet Hollister-Spencer State Recreation Area, and Ontario County Park.
In winter, snowmobiling is very popular. There are over 100 miles of marked snowmobile trails. These trails connect Honeoye to nearby communities like Bloomfield, Hemlock, Naples, and Wayland.
Local Events and Community Spirit
Honeoye used to have a famous winter carnival from 1961 to 1971. It stopped because the community was too small to handle all the visitors. In 2005, Honeoye started a new annual event called The Captain Red Beard's Feast. It usually takes place around Labor Day weekend.
Many people in the area feel a strong connection to Honeoye. They often say they are from Honeoye before mentioning their specific town.
Honeoye's Economy
Honeoye has many small businesses that serve the surrounding towns. These include parts of Canadice, Bristol, South Bristol, and Livonia. Many of these businesses are part of the Honeoye Chamber of Commerce.
Seasonal Business and Tourism
Most businesses do best in the summer. This is when the population grows with seasonal residents and vacationers. Winter visitors also come for ice fishing on Honeoye Lake and skiing at Bristol Mountain and Hunt Hollow. Cross-country skiers often visit Harriet Hollister-Spencer State Park and Ontario County Park.
Local Industries
Manufacturing in Honeoye has become smaller over the years. This is mainly because the area doesn't have train access or a major highway. In 2012, Stone Construction Equipment closed. Now, CY Plastics & Roome Technologies are the only manufacturers left. The local economy mostly relies on farming and tourism from Honeoye Lake.
Sports at Honeoye Central School
Honeoye Central School competes in sports through the NYSPHAA Section V. They are part of the Finger Lakes West League. They have strong rivalries with nearby schools like Bloomfield and Naples.
Recent Sports Achievements
In recent years, Honeoye sports teams have done very well:
- Girls volleyball won Section V championships in 2004, 2012, 2015, and 2016.
- Girls soccer won a Section V championship in 2005.
- Boys soccer had ten straight sectional appearances and won league titles in 2004, 2008, and 2009. They were ranked #1 in Class C in 2009 and won Section V Class CC championships in 2008, 2015, and 2016.
- Cross country runners have competed in sectional and state events. They won six straight Wayne Finger Lakes West League Titles.
- Golfers have competed in league and sectional events. The team had a streak of 56 straight wins.
- Girls basketball won a Section V championship in 2006 and reached the New York State Final Four.
- Boys baseball won the 2008 Section V Class CCC Championship and reached the New York State Final Four.
- Girls softball has made several sectional final appearances.
Honeoye athletes have also received many awards and honors from leagues and state committees.
Education in Honeoye
Honeoye and the surrounding area are part of the Honeoye Central School District.
Honeoye Central School
The district has one building that serves all students from kindergarten to 12th grade. About 600 students attend Honeoye Central School. The school mascot is the bulldog, and the school colors are Royal blue and white, sometimes with red.
International Connections
The school's French department has a special connection with Lycée Bréquigny in Rennes, France. This is like a sister school. Students from both schools can travel and live in the other country. This helps them experience a different culture with a student and their family.
Famous People from Honeoye
- Helen Pitts Douglass - An abolitionist and feminist, and the second wife of Frederick Douglass.
- Jeannette Klute - A research photographer for Kodak who showed that color photography could be an art form.
- Brian Kolb - A Republican representative in the New York State Assembly.
- Tim Evanicki - An author, college audition coach, and writer.
See also
In Spanish: Honeoye (Nueva York) para niños
