adirondacks
A World of Beauty in Wells
04Oct2018
There's a sculpture park in the town of Wells that is open for tours by appointment. The Adirondack - Sacandaga River Sculpture Park features the work of internationally recognized sculptor John Van...
It’s Time To Think Snow!
30Sep2018
Author:Beth LomnitzerOK, I know what you're thinking:
No.
Way.
"I haven't even gone trick-or-treating with the kids yet."
"I have 17 relatives coming for Thanksgiving dinner!"
But...YES, WAY!
Now is the time to start...
A Paddle and Picnic with Family
I purchased my first kayak, the same one I still use today, when I was nine years old. My older brother and I had recently gone paddling for the first time during an Adirondack vacation. My parents,...
Long Lake, Leaf Season
23Sep2018
Thinking of a fall getaway?
There are many flavors. If some of your favorite plans include a cozy Adirondack lodge by a lovely lake, consider the Long View. The Long View Lodge, that is. The Lodge...
Six Super Short Hikes
10Sep2018
Author:Beth LomnitzerStress. It’s just hard to avoid no matter what you do in your life. The solution? Nature. Just being outside for as little as fifteen minutes, surrounded by as much of the natural world as possible,...
Exploring Fishing Brook and Shaw Pond
06Sep2018
A Paddle to End the Day
With the warm afternoon sun dropping low enough to create shadows along the waterways, I decided to fit in one last paddle for the day. And so, Wren and I drove a few miles...
Grands Camp at Great Camp Sagamore
In 1985, Dr. Arthur Kornhaber, a New York City psychiatrist, came to Great Camp Sagamore with an idea. He had recently published a book called "Grandparents/Grandchildren: The Vital Connection" and...
Top 4 Scenic Foliage Drives
20Aug2018
Author:RaChelle MartzIndian Lake to Speculator
Trip distance: 34 miles
This drive will give you gorgeous scenic views of the fall foliage, as well as views of two beautiful Adirondack lakes. Starting in Indian Lake,...
A Magical Ride Aboard the Avery Mae
16Aug2018
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the life of quiet luxury on a beautiful electric boat cruise with Raquette Lake Navigation Co. Join Captain Rachel as she takes you on what feels like a...
Hiking, Birding, and Exploring in Hitchins Bog
A splendid place
Hitchins Bog offers birders a great place to explore boreal habitat, reached along an old railroad bed. Since the bed runs roughly north-south through the bog, birders have their...
