From ice fishing derbies to a play to cooking contests, see everything that’s happening in the Adirondacks this weekend and then make those plans. Friday the 25th Family Bowling Friday, January 25 Get out of the house for some free bowling – and free dinner – at Lucky Strike Lanes in Malone. Guys on...
9 Weekend Events That Will Remind You Why the Adirondacks is Awesome in the Winter
Who’s ready for the weekend? We’ve rounded up our top nine picks for things going on in the Adirondacks. Which one are you looking forward to checking out? Friday the 18th Lake Placid Freestyle Cup Friday, January 18 to Saturday, January 19 The World Cup Freestyle returns to Lake Placid with two full days...
See the Top 6 Events Happening in the Adirondacks This Weekend: Dec 14 – 16
From Christmas happenings to winter sports, there’s fun for all ages happening in the Adirondacks this weekend, including a pajama party with Santa. Festival of Trees at the Hancock House through Saturday, December 29 Decorated Christmas trees, gingerbread houses, and more holiday art is currently on display throughout three floors of the historic Hancock...
Big Tupper Ski Area to Reopen in 2018
Attention skiers: Big Tupper Ski Area is set to reopen this winter! Originally opened in the 1960s and privatized in the 1980s, the announcement of Big Tupper’s reopening is an exciting one for local skiers and visitors alike. With plenty of renovations in the works for the mountain, here’s what you can expect for...
Moriah Challenge Returns For 2018
What better way to celebrate the arrival of warm weather in the Adirondacks than with a hiking challenge? The Moriah Chamber of Commerce has kicked off the second year of the Moriah Hiking Challenge and invites hikers of all ages to earn their commemorative hiking patch! The Moriah Challenge Returns The challenge, great for...
Get Outside! State Parks Announce “Outdoors Day” Celebrations
Celebrate Outdoors Day in the Adirondack region! On June 9, free Outdoors Day events will be hosted across the state as a part of Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Adventure NY initiative. Perfect for all ages, this fun-filled day of free events will make your Outdoors Day one to remember. What Can I Do? A full...
Bike And Hike Responsibly During ADK’s Mud Season
With spring rains, many hiking and biking trails in the Adirondacks have become muddy, and in some cases, hazardous. The warm air, the whistles of the hermit thrush, and the greens of the hemlocks beckon to hikers and bicyclists, but it’s important to remember proper trail etiquette during mud season for the protection of...
Major Expansions In Store For The 38th Annual Empire State Winter Games
Based in Lake Placid, NY, the Empire State Winter Games (ESWG) are an annual multi-day event featuring athletes from across the state and beyond competing in over 30 winter sports. Now in their 38th year, the Games are expected to be even bigger and better when they are held on February 1-4, 2018. In...
Expansion of Bike Trails in Wilmington & More To Come
The Adirondack Region is known as a top-notch hiking, paddling, and camping destination, but it’s continuing to attract more and more mountain bikers – and for a good reason! Earlier this month, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced an expansion of the mountain bike trail network in the Wilmington Wild...
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...