Although the operator of the Adirondack Scenic Railroad, the Adirondack Rail Preservation Society (ARPS), is still involved in a lawsuit against multiple NY State departments over the construction of a 34-mile rail-trail between Lake Placid and Tupper Lake, that doesn’t mean service is shutting down. The ARPS did not receive a permit to operate...
10 Thrilling Events to Celebrate 4th of July Weekend in the Adirondacks: June 30-July 2
No matter how old you get, fireworks displays are one of the most thrilling events you can experience with family, friends, and the local community. Now that 4th of July Weekend has arrived, it’s time to pick a place where you can watch fireworks before or on July 4th. Check out some of the...
Volunteers Needed for Adirondack Loon Census, Saturday July 15
You don’t have to be as crazy as a loon to participate in the Adirondack Loon Census, all it takes is a watchful eye and a spare hour to enjoy the beauty of the Adirondack wildlife. WCS North America is looking for volunteers to assist with the annual census on Saturday, July 15. How...
Whiteface Mountain’s Wilmington Trail Named Best Hike in NY
Another gold medal was recently awarded near the former Olympic village of Lake Placid. New York’s winner of Weather.com’s “Most Amazing Hikes in Every State” was recently announced to be Whiteface Mountain, the legendary skier’s haven and one of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks. The Wilmington Trail on Whiteface Mountain, the fifth-highest peak in...
Celebrate Pollinator Week, Strawberries, and Early Summer in the Adirondacks This Weekend: June 23-25
It’s time to step outside and embrace the sights and sounds of summer! The new season is officially underway, and there is no better way to celebrate it than with a fun-filled trip to the Adirondacks. This weekend, just some of the region’s fantastic early summer entertainment includes a strawberry festival, one of the...
On Again, Off Again Tupper Lake Resort Project Back On
Since its conception more than a decade ago, the Adirondack Club & Resort (ACR) around the town of Tupper Lake has faced many hurdles: lawsuits from environmental groups, financial stagnation, liens on ACR’s assets, owed money in back taxes, and more. Throughout these challenges, developers Tom Lawson and Michael Foxman have persevered in their goal...
11 Exciting Ways to Spend Father’s Day Weekend in the Adirondacks: June 16-18
It’s Father’s Day Weekend, and much of the Adirondack Park is gearing up for one final celebration before we officially say goodbye to spring and hello to summer! This is the time of year when all you want to do is embrace the great outdoors, and this weekend, you’ll find all kinds of events...
Wilmington Recognized As One Of Best Mountain Biking Towns In America
The six-million-acre Adirondack Park is regularly recognized for its hiking, skiing, and fall foliage, but now one of its towns is in the spotlight for another outdoor activity: mountain biking. Thrill seekers out there will be stoked to know that Wilmington, NY– located in the northern region of the Adirondack Park- has earned a...
Live Long And Prosper at the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour Grand Opening
Want to explore the final frontier? To join the voyages of the Starship Enterprise? To boldly go where no man has gone before? Now’s your chance! Star Trek Original Series Set Tour and the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Grand Opening/Summer Kickoff the weekend of Friday June 23 – Sunday, June...
DEC & Paul Smith’s College Collaborate to Combat Aquatic Invasive Species
Aquatic invasive species are a significant problem in the Adirondacks due to the abundance of waterways in the region. To protect Adirondack waterways, the New York State DEC is expanding its partnership with the Adirondack Watershed Institute Stewardship Program at Paul Smith’s College. The Partnership & Stewards This new partnership involves the placement of 53...