Learn something new and celebrate moms this weekend with special Mother’s Day brunches and lunches in the Adirondacks. If the weather cooperates, CATS has a great hike planned for Saturday, so make sure your hiking boots are ready! Treat Mom for Mother’s Day Mother’s Day Brunches & Lunches Sunday, May 14 Several restaurants and...
The Whitewater Derby Celebrates 60 Years this Month

Whitewater experts will be hitting the Hudson this weekend for the 60th Annual Hudson River Whitewater Derby. Whether you are a seasoned navigator of the fast, springtime whitewater or a spectator, this weekend’s derby promises to be an exciting competition with three separate races. At 60 years old, Hudson River Whitewater Derby is the longest-running event...
New Cafes and a Distillery Coming to the Adirondacks

The Adirondacks have a lot to offer: hiking, skiing, spectacular wildlife, and some of the best resorts and restaurants in the northeast. Two cafes and a distillery are adding to the attractions in 2017. Sugar Shack in Lake Placid is now...
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Headquarters, Grand Marshal, and Gala Parade

The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival starts this Friday, February 3 and runs through February 12, 2017!You can visit the iconic Saranac Lake Ice Palace, shop for crafts, participate in contests, and more during the two weeks of the Winter Carnival....
Construction of 2017 Saranac Lake Ice Palace Begins Jan 27!

The much-awaited 2017 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Ice Palace will be "breaking ice" on Jan 27! Construction was scheduled to begin as early as January 19, but the Ice Palace Workers had to delay until conditions were right to harvest the...
Cuomo Announces $20 Million in Upgrades for Gore and Whiteface

On Monday, January 23, 2017 Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a new $20 million project to create state-of-the-art skiing, lodging, dining, and year-round activities at Gore and Whiteface Mountains.According to a press release, the investments are intended to both enhance...
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Buttons Are Here!

2017 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Buttons and tickets to the Grand Marshal Reception and Royalty Dinner are now available to the public!The 2017 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival will take place February 3-12. Buttons may be purchased for $4 at area...
Will State Plans for a Recreational Trail Put an End to Rail Explorers ADK?

Rail Explorers CEO Mary Jo Lu may have to end her popular tourist attraction's Adirondack adventures if the state's plans to convert the existing Adirondack railroad into a multi-use trail come to fruition....