Green County 2022 Guide

Albany’s first settlersweredrawn to the area by the Sugar River, which by the 1850’s was powering flour mills and wool carding machines. Today’s visitors enjoy the water for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, as well as ice fishing in winter. Hot summer days get a little sweeter with cool float trips down the river. Several outfitters offer tube and canoe rentals and shuttle service. Albany is small in size but big on community pride. Many activities are centered on school and church. Community volunteers step up to make a difference with groups like the Fire Department and EMS, Lions Club, FFA Alumni, and Albany Community 1st. They organize events for the community like tractor shows, picnics, antique car shows, and annual holiday tree lighting by the banks of the river.

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A recent ordinance change opened up designated streets within the village for use by all terrain and utility terrain vehicles. Operators must observe posted speed limits, as well as guidelines including but not limited to: drivers must be 16 or over with valid driver’s license, and passengers under 16 must wear head protection on the routes. Enjoy the view from one of Albany’s favorite scenic spots: Sugar River Overlook Park (have a seat on one of the benches across from the library), on the downtown bridge overlooking the Sugar River and dam, or from the vantage point of your kayak on the gentle river. Albany Wildlife Area is just west of the village. This wooded and marsh area is ideal for hunting, fishing, and wildlife watching. Just south of Albany is a small Amish community. You’ll find stores offering spices, bakery, quilting supplies, and handcrafted items. Proceeds from the annual quilt and consignment auction help to offset expenses for the Amish school. In addition to several sales rings, you can shop the bake sale and enjoy a scoop of freshly churned homemade ice cream with a slice of pie.

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