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Ausa-brrrr Chasm: A Secret Winter Getaway
Nov
09
2021
As you approach Ausable Chasm, the ground falls away. River-carved walls sink hundreds of feet below. Only the top half of the chasm remains visible above the deep black water. The sandstone alone is a unique experience in the sea of grey anorthosite throughout most of the Adirondacks. No matter the season, Ausable Chasm is an incredible sight. Come winter, a blanket of bright snow reveals every edge and pocket in the rock. Even to repeat...
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Author:Noah Ball
Topics:ausable chasm, outdoorfun, outdoor, winterfun, winter hiking, Snowshoeing
Legendary Creatures, Spooky Fog, and Murder
Oct
15
2021
October is spooky season. Halloween is near. Ghost stories fill the air. Even the trees in the forests participate, appearing as leafless skeletons. Don’t get me wrong. I love the Lake Champlain Region, with its endless adventures and abundant sunshine, but the eerie, mysterious stories woven into the history are some of my favorites. Here are a few stories perfect for October. Some are true; some are just legend. But one thing is...
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Author:Janelle Jones
Topics:halloween, History, ghost, Historic Site, october
Birds, Birds, and More Birds!
Oct
08
2021
A lot of people think that as the foliage falls from the trees and the landscape prepares for its winter sleep, birding is done for the year. I’m here to tell you that couldn’t be further from the truth. There is always bird activity in the Lake Champlain Region; you just have to know where to look. So, grab your binoculars, spotting scopes, and field guides and join me on a trip down the Adirondack coast to find some of the hottest...
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Author:Janelle Jones
Topics:Birding
Adirondack Symbiosis: Farms and Wilderness in the Lake Champlain Region
Oct
05
2021
This is a region unlike any other. A place where the natural landscape both inspires and shapes how we live, where the geologically unique Adirondack Mountains meet verdant lowlands and a sprawling lake valley. In partnership with Adirondack Harvest and Cornell Cooperative, the Lake Champlain Region has created three short films that highlight the unique people, places, and natural history of this dynamic landscape, where wilderness and small...
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Safer Cycling in Lake Champlain
Sep
30
2021
“I want to ride my biiiiiiicycle, biiiiiiicycle, BIIIIIIICYCLE!” -Freddie Mercury Ah, the Adirondacks — where every sight is beautiful, every sound is serene, and every road seems to be uphill both ways. Cycling in the Adirondacks is a bike enthusiast’s dreamland, but the region is not for the faint of heart. As a native of Syracuse, NY, I was spoiled with every type of terrain imaginable: flat and fast, rolly and fun,...
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Author:Rhiannon Berry
Topics:Cycling, road bike, Lake Champlain Region, empire state trail
Places to Get your Fall Foliage Fix in the Lake Champlain Region
Sep
10
2021
"I can smell autumn dancing in the breeze. The sweet chill of pumpkin, and crisp sunburnt leaves." – Ann Drake As a lifelong resident of the northeast, I have always equated fall with the idea of leaf peeping road trips and bike rides. Exploring the explosions of colors in towns both familiar and unfamiliar to me is perhaps my favorite tradition, one I eagerly look forward to year after year. While my Syracuse, NY...
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Author:Rhiannon Berry
Topics:Fall, fall foliage, Lake Champlain Region, leaf peeping
The Beauty Within
Aug
26
2021
When visiting Ticonderoga, there is no limit to the beauty you can find. The region is well-known for its natural vistas: from its unique location you can catch views of Lake George, Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains of Vermont, the peaks of the Adirondacks, countless ponds and rivers, acres of beautiful farmland and, of course, historical sites. But did you know there is a place in downtown Ticonderoga that displays an entirely...
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Author:Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce
Topics:Art, local, Art Gallery
A World of Discovery and Adventure
Aug
24
2021
No matter the season, one of the best ways to enjoy the Lake Champlain Region is, of course, to get out on the lake. Whether you're swimming and splashing on a sandy beach, fishing from a boat in summer, or ice fishing and skating in the winter, the lake plays a significant role in the lifeblood of the communities that line its shores. But did you ever peek over the side of the side of a boat or beyond your little patch of beach and...
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Author:Aurora Pfaff
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2021 Adirondack Harvest Festival
Aug
17
2021
About the Adirondack Harvest Festival Open Farm Week 2021 This year, the Adirondack Harvest Festival will be a “Free Range” Open Farm Week. This means we are expanding the festivities across the Adirondack Park with over seventy-five events at different farms, businesses, and community organizations.  Open Farm Week will be Monday, September 13 through Sunday, September 19.  Events range in duration, interest, and...
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Author:Mary Godnick
Topics:Adirondacks, family friendly, harvestfestival
Cycling Lake Champlain (With an Empire State of Mind)
Jul
20
2021
“Ride as much or as little, as long or as short as you feel. But ride.” -Eddy Merckx One of my earliest childhood memories involved cycling. My “bike” may have been made out of plastic, had four wheels, and been molded into the shape of a giant pink sneaker, but it had pedals, the perfect outlet for letting out some energy and finding my own form of mischief. Whenever I reflect back on my life, I marvel at how many...
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Author:Rhiannon Berry
Topics:Cycling, road bike, bicycle, Lake Champlain Region, lakechamplain, empire state trail, Touring
A Snail's Tale
Jul
13
2021
In the quiet hamlet of Essex, NY, an unusual species of snail may be found. Known for history and gorgeous access to Lake Champlain, the word snail might not be the first thing one thinks of when thinking of Essex. Yet, examples of the snail, known as Maclurites magnus, lie scattered throughout, particularly in a peaceful old quarry, where the songs of pickerel frogs and chickadees make a natural soundtrack. The snails are considerably less...
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Author:Aurora Pfaff
Topics:Birding, fossils, Nature Trail, cats, nature, History
Say “I Do” ... To The Wedding Venue!
Jun
29
2021
So, you’re getting married. Congratulations! After the initial excitement wears off, the real adventures begin. It’s time to plan! You have to try on outfits, find a photographer, sample foods, and, obviously, decide on a venue. Hi, my name is Janelle and I’m a freshly engaged woman searching for the perfect Adirondack wedding. There are so many websites out there that break wedding planning down for you, step by step, day by...
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Author:Janelle Jones
Topics:wedding, newyorkwedding, Event
Great Views + Legendary Fun = Lake Champlain
Jun
15
2021
When you think about the Lake Champlain Region, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Probably the lake itself, right? Lake Champlain is a dominant feature of this area. At 120 miles long and 12 miles wide at its widest point, and with an average depth of 64 feet, this is no small lake! Understandably then, there’s a lot of room to explore. For boating, fishing, paddling, and scenic cruising, there is no better place than Lake...
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Author:Janelle Jones
Topics:lakechamplain, Boating, water, Kayak, kayaking, Cruise, History
Ticonderoga Golf Course & Clubhouse: Bigger and Better Than Ever
Jun
04
2021
95 years ago, the Ticonderoga Golf Course opened offering picturesque views on an enjoyable course. Fast forward 90 years and the Ticonderoga community was devastated when the clubhouse was lost to a fire. While golfers could still utilize the course, the area was now missing a major gathering place, employer and event space. After years of fundraising, planning, and building the new Ticonderoga Golf Course clubhouse and new restaurant...
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Author:Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce
Topics:golfing, Golf, Ticonderoga, Five Nations Golf, Ticonderoga Golf Course, Miniature Golf, Driving range
Finding a Wild Life in the Adirondacks | Interview with Red Oak Food Company
May
26
2021
Blog submitted by Mary Godnick Jordan and Sarah Sauter moved to the Adirondacks several years ago, chasing a home that felt right for their growing family. Jordan is a professional chef by trade and has worked in a variety of roles in high-end restaurants. Now, Jordan is working to grow Red Oak Food Company, where he offers delicious catered meals, homemade baked goods, and wild-crafted products, including small-batch miso. He lives, works, and...
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Author:Guest Blogger
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