Take first left onto Orange Turnpike after passing Red Apple Rest on Rt. 17 north, bear right at fork. Go 3/4 mile on Orange turnpike, spring on right (no signs available). Parking on shoulder.
Just filled up at this spring. It’s off the side of the road and someone actually marked in on Google maps as “Water Free” so look out for that when you get to the area. The water is cold and refreshing and seems to be running at full speed
Was there yesterday 3/2/14 – water flowing and tastes great! Have been going here for over 20 years and love it! (Actually drive up from NYC for it!) Lets keep the area clean please.
Terry:
I live in Queens NY, Do you have exact directions on how to get to the spring. I went out there last week (Without a GPS smh) and i got lost. 3 hours of my day went to waste. So if you have good detailed directions from Manhattan or from Queens i would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
i just got off the phone with a gentleman from orange county dept. of health and heres the deal with the sign.
It’s all to cover the state/ county’s butt! the spring has never been tested and it is drink at your own risk just as it has been forever. he also told me they are posting signs at other spring locations as well for the same reason. when i get a chance i will take a sample to the lab in bloomingburg and have it tested…it’s only $25 and i’ve always wanted to do it anyway. i will post the report at the spring when i do. if you have questions call orange county health dept.
The guy from the Orange County of Health told me the same thing, the water is not protected and not tested so they deem it “unsafe.” Like you said I think its just a way to cover the county’s butt.
Thanks Adam, and now the town paper has a really vague article on how the water has bacteria in it. So we hear that it was tested, yet phone calls to the DOH say it was untested. Here is the article. I’m sensing something is not right with the info. But if anyone sends out the water for testing let us know the results. Or if anyone knows where to get it tested so we can put this to bed.
i don’t believe a word strauss news or the government tells us! i am going to the spring in a few minutes to take a sample and bring it up to bloomingburg myself. i will post the report at the spring and on this site. if the sample comes back clean someones gonna get in trouble!:(
Please let us know…Was there yesterday and sign was there along with a written note that someone will have the water tested…Thank you so much for doing this…
Well thanks ek. I kind of figured that was the deal. I have never had the water tested. Although about 6 months ago met a person who sent it out for testing and it came back very clean, cleaner than tap water. I may also get it tested. I am glad I didn’t go to the Blooming Grove spring thinking it was a different story. So now I will expect to see signs at all the springs. It’s a nice way to scare people into buying bottled water. Makes you wonder what is behind this.
xactly ek! We’ll stay a few steps ahead of the people that want to control though. I have been drinking this nice water again. Tastes fine. Better than the terrible tap water that leaves a bad taste.
As EK said, it tested positive for Total Coliform, generally considered harmless ad on all living things. Check out this pamphlet for more info in it. It tested negative for Ecoli.
I have been going there for a few years and it is great, as well as always crowded.
I just went to the spring today and found it completely dried up :(. Very sad as I’ve been filling up there for the last few months. Last time I went there about a month ago I did notice that the water was running very slow compared to when I first found it
I live in Brooklyn, if this water is legit, maybe we can form our own “coop” and alternate who drives up there to get the water so we don’t have to go up every week. And, also I am wondering if the water is still drinkable. Thanks!
lab just called, the spring tests positive for total coliform(as i expected)and negative for e. coli(which i was hoping)! the girl sounded as if she was reading off of a standard response card. thats all the info she would give me by phone..,so we’ll have to wait till i get the report by mail probably in a couple of days. i will put it up at the spring when i fill up next.
We were there today and filled our bottles thinking that dept of Parks wants protection in case of a lawsuit. but Im still hesitant about actually drinking the water…
Is there any update to the water testing of this spring? It is so convenient and I would love to use the water but afraid of coliform if the sign is still there.
Just filled up at this spring, the water was flowing. I found by seeing someone on the side of the road with their truck open. The address from the website isn’t exact, however; just like the last comment mentioned use google maps because it’s labeled it free water.
This critique is old , the town removed the pipe to the parking lot , now you need to walk 20 yards in up a slight hill , I was there today 9/8/24 , the water is a mere trickle and to pipe is so close to the ground you need to fill a small bottle and transfer the water to a larger container .
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The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.
FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.
Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.
Filling 2.5 Gallon Alive Waters Jug
When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.
When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.
How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.
How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.
I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.
Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.
Written by Dakota Chanel. Water Priestess and Ceremonialist. DakotaChanel.com
I filled up on May 27, 2023. I boiled it and then tested it. It tested positive for Coliform bacteria, even though it looked clear and tasted fresh with a slight sweetness. Please be cautious. Also, the tick were active.
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Just filled up at this spring. It’s off the side of the road and someone actually marked in on Google maps as “Water Free” so look out for that when you get to the area. The water is cold and refreshing and seems to be running at full speed
Was there yesterday 3/2/14 – water flowing and tastes great! Have been going here for over 20 years and love it! (Actually drive up from NYC for it!) Lets keep the area clean please.
Terry:
I live in Queens NY, Do you have exact directions on how to get to the spring. I went out there last week (Without a GPS smh) and i got lost. 3 hours of my day went to waste. So if you have good detailed directions from Manhattan or from Queens i would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
i just got off the phone with a gentleman from orange county dept. of health and heres the deal with the sign.
It’s all to cover the state/ county’s butt! the spring has never been tested and it is drink at your own risk just as it has been forever. he also told me they are posting signs at other spring locations as well for the same reason. when i get a chance i will take a sample to the lab in bloomingburg and have it tested…it’s only $25 and i’ve always wanted to do it anyway. i will post the report at the spring when i do. if you have questions call orange county health dept.
The guy from the Orange County of Health told me the same thing, the water is not protected and not tested so they deem it “unsafe.” Like you said I think its just a way to cover the county’s butt.
Thanks Adam, and now the town paper has a really vague article on how the water has bacteria in it. So we hear that it was tested, yet phone calls to the DOH say it was untested. Here is the article. I’m sensing something is not right with the info. But if anyone sends out the water for testing let us know the results. Or if anyone knows where to get it tested so we can put this to bed.
http://thephoto-news.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120531/NEWS01/120539994/0/SEARCH
i don’t believe a word strauss news or the government tells us! i am going to the spring in a few minutes to take a sample and bring it up to bloomingburg myself. i will post the report at the spring and on this site. if the sample comes back clean someones gonna get in trouble!:(
Please let us know…Was there yesterday and sign was there along with a written note that someone will have the water tested…Thank you so much for doing this…
Well thanks ek. I kind of figured that was the deal. I have never had the water tested. Although about 6 months ago met a person who sent it out for testing and it came back very clean, cleaner than tap water. I may also get it tested. I am glad I didn’t go to the Blooming Grove spring thinking it was a different story. So now I will expect to see signs at all the springs. It’s a nice way to scare people into buying bottled water. Makes you wonder what is behind this.
i know whos behind….
its just a matter of time till we have to jump the fence…land of the free you know!
xactly ek! We’ll stay a few steps ahead of the people that want to control though. I have been drinking this nice water again. Tastes fine. Better than the terrible tap water that leaves a bad taste.
As EK said, it tested positive for Total Coliform, generally considered harmless ad on all living things. Check out this pamphlet for more info in it. It tested negative for Ecoli.
I have been going there for a few years and it is great, as well as always crowded.
http://epi.publichealth.nc.gov/oee/docs/Coliform_Bacteria_WellWaterFactSt.pdf
I just went to the spring today and found it completely dried up :(. Very sad as I’ve been filling up there for the last few months. Last time I went there about a month ago I did notice that the water was running very slow compared to when I first found it
I found this site listening to the Ben Greenfield show. Had no idea this resource was available!
I live in Brooklyn, if this water is legit, maybe we can form our own “coop” and alternate who drives up there to get the water so we don’t have to go up every week. And, also I am wondering if the water is still drinkable. Thanks!
So does anybody know for sure if the water is safe to drink?
Saw people still filling water as of this past sunday…Having the same question ? and wonder if anyone can shed light…
update 6-5-2012 3:45pm
lab just called, the spring tests positive for total coliform(as i expected)and negative for e. coli(which i was hoping)! the girl sounded as if she was reading off of a standard response card. thats all the info she would give me by phone..,so we’ll have to wait till i get the report by mail probably in a couple of days. i will put it up at the spring when i fill up next.
this is the same water we’ve drinking all along
went there and there is a sign saying “Water is not potable. Do not drink”. Anyone see that and still drank from it??
We were there today and filled our bottles thinking that dept of Parks wants protection in case of a lawsuit. but Im still hesitant about actually drinking the water…
Is there any update to the water testing of this spring? It is so convenient and I would love to use the water but afraid of coliform if the sign is still there.
i drank it was fine
Yes, I drank from it. I tested it with my well water test kit and it is pristine. Delicious. I feel great!
Just filled up at this spring, the water was flowing. I found by seeing someone on the side of the road with their truck open. The address from the website isn’t exact, however; just like the last comment mentioned use google maps because it’s labeled it free water.
This spring has been destroyed by the New York State Department of Health.
This critique is old , the town removed the pipe to the parking lot , now you need to walk 20 yards in up a slight hill , I was there today 9/8/24 , the water is a mere trickle and to pipe is so close to the ground you need to fill a small bottle and transfer the water to a larger container .