Last year, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) launched a first-time camper program that gave new campers an opportunity to try this outdoor activity free of charge. Due to the overwhelming success of it, the 2018 program has been expanded,...
Make the Most of Spring With These 9 Exciting Weekend Events in the Adirondacks: April 27-29

Spring is in full swing in the Adirondack Park, and the weather will only get better as we transition from April into May. Not only are there all kinds of outdoor activities you can do this season, but this coming weekend, there’s an exciting lineup of fun events that are worth checking out! Experience...
9 Fun Ways to Spend the Weekend in the Adirondack Park: April 20-22

Have you been looking forward to warm temperatures and clear skies this spring in the Adirondacks? Well, things may be looking up starting this weekend, especially if you want to get outside and enjoy some events too. Check out our latest roundup of fun weekend events in the Adirondack Park, and make your plans...
Be Aware of Salamanders & Frogs During Their Spring Migration Season

The weather is beginning to warm up, and it finally feels like spring is in the air in the Adirondacks! However, if you’re a wildlife fan, then you might know that amphibians will be migrating this time of year in the Adirondack Park and New York State. Throughout their spring migration season, visitors and...
9 Terrific Things to Do in the Adirondacks This Weekend: April 13-15

Warm weather and the best parts of spring are on their way to the Adirondacks, but until then, you can enjoy a wide range of events for people of all ages and interests. From a paddling film festival in Lake Placid to an annual basketball tournament in Ticonderoga, plan a visit to the Adirondacks...
Visit the Adirondacks This Weekend For Seasonal Activities & Fun-Filled Events: April 6-8

April may bring showers, but it’s also a great month if you’re planning a trip to the Adirondacks. There are always fun events happening on the weekend, as well as an array of seasonal activities to experience. Check out some of the things you and your family can do this coming weekend in the ADK!...
Learn Something New at Fort Ticonderoga’s War College of the Seven Years’ War

Did you know Fort Ticonderoga was built during the “North American theater” of the Seven Years’ War? It’s true! The fort was strategically constructed near the southern end of Lake Champlain, and it played an important role during the French & Indian War, and later the American Revolution. If you’d like to learn more...
The 2018 Trout Fishing Season Is Here: Cast Your Line in the Adirondacks

Spring is here, and you know what that means – New York State’s trout fishing season is underway! If you’ve been itching to put away the ice fishing gear and catch some trout, then make your plans for a spring fishing trip to the Adirondack Park. Trout Fishing Season Kicks Off Trout fishing season...
Breathe It In! Cans of Fresh Mountain Air From the Adirondacks Are Coming Soon

Tired of all the smog in your city? Would you like a fast solution to that weird stench in the room? Or, perhaps you’re longing to take a break from the mundane parts of everyday life and escape to the Adirondacks? If so, ADK-Air has the product for you! This New York State-based startup...