Articles related to "Adirondacks"
H is for Hidden Adirondacks
Have you ever wanted to take a trip around the Adirondacks, but find that you live too far away, or travel just isn't in your plans right now?
• adirondacks
• travel
• psb
• video
• hidden adirondacks
A is for Arts in the Adirondacks
Summer is almost here, and it is time for the explosion of arts related events throughout the Adirondacks. Art shows, workshops, theatre performances, music and opera abound in many parts of the Adirondacks as summer visitors make their way north to enjoy the scenery and the beauty that our area holds.
• adirondacks
• adirondack lakes center for the arts
• music
• performances
• art
C is for Cooking in the Adirondacks
Up here in the North Country, cooking can range from very rustic uses for local game and produce, to some very "gourmet" recipes for many of those same ingredients.
• adirondacks
• cooking
• recipes
• pbs
• adirondack cuisine
N is for Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks
On Sunday, July 11, the groundbreaking event was held to kick-off construction of the new Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks.
• adirondacks
• adirondack park
• natural history museum of the adirondacks
• new york state parks
• travel
N is for New Land Protected in Adirondacks
In keeping with his goal to protect one million acres of land in New York State over the next 10 years, on April 8, 2004, New York State governor George E. Pataki announced the protection of two parcels of land equaling nearly 16,000 acres within the Adirondack Park.
• adirondacks
• adirondack park
• international paper
• donation
• easement
B is for Blowing in the Wind
March arrived – its usual windy self – and got us thinking of that old saying, “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.” Wonder if that will apply this year?
• march
• wind
• adirondacks
• kites
• wind chill
B is for Bobcats and Buntings
This past week, we were treated to two sights that are both rare in our neck of the woods and breathtaking.
• indigo buntin
• bobcat
• adirondacks
• animals
• wildlife
C is for 'Can't Get There From Here!'
For those of us living in the southern part of the Adirondacks, getting to Vermont is easy. Just a half hour drive to the Vermont border, we routinely ski and shop in Vermont towns. But for those living more to the north, getting to Vermont is more problematic.
• lake champlain
• adirondacks
• ferry
• champlain bridge
• lake champlain ferry
C is for Christmas Trees
Discover the fun of cutting your own Christmas Tree!
• christmas tree
• tree farm
• cutting
• adirondacks
• winter
D is for Demo Days in December
For those of you who are new to skiing, ski manufacturers often make their new skis available for skiers to try out at Demo Days. They hope that you'll be tempted to buy one of their new models. Here is some information about December Demo Days in the Adirondacks.
• skiing
• salomon
• volkl
• demo days
• k2
D is for Do You Showshoe?
We have also been seeing a lot of press about snowshoeing this year. So, I ask, "Do you snowshoe?"
• adirondacks
• snowshoeing
• winter sports
F is for 'Follow My Moccasin's Tracks'
I recently came across a wonderful book that is the next best thing to actually getting to talk to a true Adirondack old-timer.
• adirondack ike
• adirondacks
• stories
• hunting
F is for Fall Foliage
This article is about some of the activities to do in the Adirondacks during the fall season to enjoy the beautiful colors.
• north country
• fall foliage
• train ride
• bike
• hike
I is for Ice Fishing
Winter can be cold, but then the ice forms and you can go ice fishing. Learn about this fun winter sport in the Adirondacks.
• ice fishing
• winter
• ice
• rod
• reel
M is for Maple Syrup
Find out all about the fun of maple sugaring!
• maple syrup
• maple sugar
• sugarhouse
• adirondacks
• sugaring
M is for March in Lapland Lake
Lapland Lake Vacation Center is a complete cross country resort in the Adirondacks featuring 50km of trails for skiers of all levels.
• adirondacks
• lapland lake
• cross country skiing
• trails
• snowshoeing
N is for A Nice Walk
We decided to take a nice walk in the woods last week. From our front yard we can see two of the more popular mountains for hiking in the lower Adirondacks - Buck Mountain and Sleeping Beauty Mountain. For years we've said that we should take a hike up one or the other, and last week we decided that we would.
• hike
• adirondacks
• buck mountain
• sleeping beauty mountain
• lake george
N is for No Ice on Lake George
Everyone wondered, would there be a Winter Carnival on Lake George this year? But winter, and the Carnival go on!
• lake george
• winter carnival
• winter
• ice
• adirondacks
N is for Not Too Far From Home
The Adirondacks are just so beautiful this time of year. Why would anyone want to venture far from home with all this beauty right here? But, if you do have a hankering to venture out, but not too far from home, here are three short trips that are great for a weekend or a 72-hour midweek get-away.
• adirondacks
• get-aways
• montreal
• cooperstown
• burlington
S is for Shaped Ski Secrets
If you're like me, a die-hard straight ski downhiller, you probably love your old straight boards. If you're thinking of making the switch to those curvy new skis, this article may have a few tips to help you make that transition.
• skis
• skiing
• shaped skis
• demo days
• adirondacks
S is for Soon We'll be Skiing!
Well, I saw the first flakes of winter just the other day - so I guess it is really on the way. With the actual first day of winter just about 6 weeks away - we know it is time to get ready for ski season!
• skiing
• adirondacks
• si season
• first day
T is for Travel Courses
Have you visited Suite U yet? I just popped over there to see what courses were in the travel school, and I was pleasantly surprised to find a few that are quite interesting.
• suite university
• travel courses
• travel
• online courses
• adirondacks
W is for Weathervanes
There are weathervanes of all sizes, shapes, and designs. We have seen them on churches, town halls, granges, homes, garages, barns, silos, and covered bridges.
• weathervane
• weather
• fall
• wind
• north country
Lapland Lake Nordic 60+ Specials
One of the finest Nordic ski and snowshoeing centers in the Adirondacks, Lapland Lake makes getting outdoors easy and affordable for ages 60-plus.
• nordic skiing
• cross country skiing
• lapland lake nordic vacation center
• snowshoeing
• skiing
B is for Ballooning
This article is about some of the features of the Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival in the southern Adirondacks.
• hot air ballooning
• lake george village
• glens falls
• queensbury
• "moonglow"
H is for Hiking
This article contains information about hiking in the Adirondacks.
• hiking
• gear
• trail maps
• trail conditions
• adirondacks
H is for Historic Sites
The Adirondacks are bookended between two important historic sites - Fort Ticonderoga National Historic Landmark to the north, and the Saratoga National Historical Park to the south. Each marks an important site in our nation's history, and each has many great programs and activities to offer.
• adirondacks
• fort ticonderoga
• saratoga battlefield
• battle of saratoga
• american revolution
M is for Marinas
This article gives some background of the Adirondacks and information about Marinas of Lake George.
• adirondacks
• lake george
• marinas
• boating
• sail boat
M is for More Travel Courses
Well, it is time for a few more travel courses from the Travel School at Suite University. These are a few that I think are great.
• travel
• online courses
• family travel
• jersey shore
• travel planning
M is for Museums
This article is about some of the many and varied Museums in the Adirondacks.
• adirondacks
• museums
• north country
• lake george
• glens falls
W is for Water Quality
Lake George is only one of many Adirondack lakes whose water quality is important to residents and recreational users alike. Checking and maintaining the quality of all lakes in the Adirondacks is an important undertaking, and one that Adirondack residents can help do.
• adirondack lakes assessment program
• paul smiths college
• adirondacks
• lakes
• ponds
W is for Wildlife Rehabilitation
Have you ever thought about what you would do if you found an injured bird or animal? Here in the North Country we often see many kinds of wildlife, so the issue of wildlife rehabilitation is an important one for us.
• wildlife rehabilitation
• adirondacks
• wildlife
• up yonda farm
• adk
Z is for Zebra Mussels
Zebra mussels have become an major problem for our fresh water lakes here in the North Country
• zebra mussels
• lake george
• adirondacks
• bateaux below
• darrin fresh water institute
From Woody Waste to Biofuel
New York is studying the economic viability of collecting the woody waste leftover from the Adirondack logging industry and converting it to biofuel.
• biofuel
• biomass uses
• converting logging waste to biofuel
• creating energy from logging waste
• what to do with woody waste
New York State for Visitors
To most people New York means the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Macey's Bloomingdale's and Broadway. But there's a lot more to New York than the Big Apple
• new york state for visitors
• legend of sleepy hollow and rip van winkle
• author washington irving
• catskill mountains
• vintage trains of the ulster and delaware railway
Saratoga Springs Basics
Planning to visit Saratoga Springs? Here's a collection of the best ways to enjoy the history, romance, and some leisure time in this great town.
• planning to visit saratoga springs new york basics
• index
• best ways
• history
• romance
Saratoga Springs, New York Hotels
Tourists vacation in Saratoga Springs to experience its history,
thoroughbred racetrack, and great outdoor recreation. Three lovely
hotels offer travelers even more.
• saratoga natural mineral springs racetrack perform
• american history
• luxury travel needs day spas adelphi high-end hote
• golf courses
• tourists
Saratoga Springs, Upstate New York
From the Battle of Saratoga and the country's oldest thoroughbred
racetrack, to golf courses, hiking trails and natural spas, Saratoga
Springs has a lot to see and do.
• battle saratoga springs racetrack ny
• upstate new york
• tourists
• luxury travelers
• living history
Top 10 Summer Travel Destinations
The Adventure Travel Trade Association suggests its top 10 ideas for summer vacation destinations. These spots were chosen by uniqueness, special attractions and more.
• top 10 summer travel destinations
• list best luxury adventure vacations
• spots around the world
• uniqueness special attractions
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