Relocation Advantages-Location

Location
Location, location, location. These three reasons are what makes Clyde prime real estate for relocating your business or home. Directly in between Syracuse and Rochester, it draws on the advantages of both cities. With the combination of a rural landscape, scenic beauty, and a hometown atmosphere near urban environments, Clyde offers a taste of the entire upstate experience. And with the New York Thruway nearby, anywhere you want to go seems a little closer.

History
The Village of Clyde has effectively been shaped by the evolution of transportation. With the construction of the Erie Canal in 1825 came a large opportunity for the small farming community, and Clyde quickly grew into a major industrial center on the canal route. Transportation has changed drastically from the slow pace of the canal, though the village realizes the impact this historic waterway had on its heritage. Clyde is committed to recognizing the character of both the canal and the 19th century downtown for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.

Recreation
From hunting and fishing to golf and snowmobiling, Clyde offers something to do in every season. Wayne Hills Country Club is located 3 miles from downtown Clyde. This course was rated 4-stars by Golf Digest in 1990, and remains a hidden treasure for the golf enthusiast.
As tourism interest increases in the area, so do the already numerous activities. With unparalleled south shore access on the canal, docking your boat for a visit is not a problem. And as the "gateway community to the many scenic natural areas around, the list of resources around Clyde is continuously growing.
From the Galen Wildlife Preserve to the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, the area surrounding Clyde is a nature lovers delight. Canoe, hike, and bike your way through one of the largest marsh ecosystems in New York State. Montezuma, with its system of pools, wetlands, and woodlands, provides a major resting area for many waterfowl and other birds, including the Bald Eagle. Educational and recreational events abound throughout the year, offering activities for the entire family.

Worship
With numerous religious offerings and activities, the Village of Clyde is an inclusive and welcoming community. Whether you're stopping by to participate in a service or thinking of becoming a member, there is always a way to get yourself involved.

Christ Community Church W. Genesee Street	[315] 923-7069
St. John's Catholic Church 114 Sodus Street	[315] 923-3941
United Methodist Church Sodus Street	[315] 923-3901

Education
Striving for excellence is the main goal of the Clyde-Savannah School System. With a low student/teacher ratio, emphasis is placed on individual attention to benefit the learning process. No wonder it is among the leaders in public education in New York. Clyde is also located near many excellent institutions of higher learning, including LeMoyne College, Hobart & William Smith Colleges, Syracuse University, the Rochester Institute of Technology, the University of Rochester, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Cayuga Community College & Community College of the Finger Lakes.

Shopping
Clyde can be considered the center of a shopper's paradise. From the array of antique and specialty stores within the village, quaint shops in neighboring towns such as Seneca Falls, Auburn, Geneva, Waterloo and Skaneateles, to large malls surrounding Syracuse and Rochester, Clyde has it all. Not to mention the Finger Lakes Outlets, one of the largest outlet centers in the state only minutes away. Whether you're looking for memorable knicknacks to a full line of designer clothing, it's right around the corner from Clyde.

Wineries
The Finger Lakes Region is noted for its flare for making excellent wines. The unique combination of deep water and sloping hillsides provides a natural temperature moderator, protecting the vines against extreme temperature changes. The climate hence created makes the region premiere for grape growing. With over 96 wineries to tour and taste, the Finger Lakes is the largest wine region in the United States outside of California.