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present, including the annual “Best Fourth in iconderoga is a name that is synonyBy Keith Lobdell the North,” happening from July 1 through mous with many things: the Independence Day. Revolutionary War, Ticonderoga No. 2 Pencils, paper For more information on the Ticonderoga area and a commaking and more. Visitors have a chance to visit the history of plete listing of summertime events and destinations, visit the the town nestled between Lakes Champlain and George, as Chamber of Commerce website at www.ticonderogany.com. well as having the chance to join in as they celebrate their

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Fort Ticonderoga Fort Ticonderoga was a military stronghold during several wars that helped to shape the early United States. The fort hosts numerous living history programs, including hands-on family activities, fife and drum music, re-enactment events, historic trades workshops and a volunteer garrison. There are also museum exhibits, including the new Bullets and Blades: The Weapons of America’s Colonial Wars and Revolution. There is also the 1920s Colonial Revival King’s Garden and the “Heroic Maze” of corn. For more information, visit www.fortticonderoga.org.

Best Fourth in the North The annual celebration of the birth of the nation returns in 2012, with the July 4 parade theme being “Salute to Community Volunteers.” Events will start Sunday, July 1 and include Amy’s World Amusements each day with performances, food and entertainment in the park through Wednesday, July 4. On July 4, there will be the traditional Montcalm Mile, bed race, music in the park, the annual parade at 2 p.m., rides and entertainment and fireworks at about 9:45 p.m. For more information, visit the website best4thinthenorth.com.

Heritage Museum The Heritage Museum houses International Paper and American Graphite displays, along with exhibits featuring Ticonderoga pencils and paper. There are also hands-on activities, including a chance to make paper. The museum is located near the waterfalls of the La Chute River on Montcalm Street and open through Labor Day. Call 585-2696.

Hancock House The Hancock House is the home of the Ticonderoga Historical Society and Hancock House Museum and serves as a museum and research library. There are interesting and exciting exhibits on all four floors of the Hancock House. The modern library houses a large collection of regional material on civic, social and economic elements and also has one of the largest collections of genealogical resource materials in the region. Hours are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesdays through Saturdays. For more information, call 585-7868 or visit the website www.thehancockhouse.org.

Mount Defiance The summit of Mount Defiance in Ticonderoga offers a panoramic view of Lake Champlain, Mount Independence, and the Green Mountains of Vermont. The road to the summit is a historic road made by British General Burgoyne's army in 1777. The observation deck is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the Battle of Ticonderoga, Mount Defiance was significant when the British army succeeded in positioning artillery on the summit, causing the Americans to withdraw from both forts without a fight.

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By Keith Lobdell the Skene Manor, Skenesborough Museum, the site of a key battle in the Bridge Theatre and more. For more information on places to go and Revolutionary War, as well as the heart of the Champlain things to see in Whitehall, visit the town’s Chamber of Commerce Canal System, connecting Lake Champlain and northern New York website at www.whitehall-chamber.org. with the south and west.

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Skene Manor The historic Skene Manor is located on Skene Mountain in Whitehall. The property was the site of the home of Whitehall’s founder, Philip Skene (the town was originally named Skenesborough) and New York State Supreme Court Judge Joseph H. Potter. The manor is open for tours and lunch from noon until 4 p.m. on Fridays through Sundays. Lunch is served in the Tea Room, and free tours are given and a gift shop is available. For more information, visit www.skene-manor.org or call 499-1906.

Skenesborough Museum The Skenesborough Museum is located on Skenesborough Drive off US Route 4 in Whitehall. In the museum, there are a number of exhibits, including a diorama of the Skenesborough Shipyard, artifacts from the French and Indian War and Revolutionary War, the keystone of Philip Skene’s house and a porcelain doll collection. The museum is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from noon until 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 499-1155.

The Bridge Theatre Since the bridge that housed the Bridge Theatre was closed, the company has been in several facilities and will now be housed in the former Whitehall Armory in 2012. The new Saturday cabaret season will start July 7 with the Jonathan Newell Band and will continue with Spurs, Laura Roth in "1960's Grand Ol' Opry," Paul Stillman in "Ben Franklin Walks Among Us," the 2012 Pow Wow at Canal Park, Kathy Beaver and a kids show. For more information, contact 499-2435.

Whitehall Canal Festival The Whitehall Canal Festival will take place Friday, July 13, and Saturday, July 14 in the Canal Harbor Park. Friday events start at 5 p.m. with a cake booth, children's rides and games, food vendors and music in the amphitheater from 7 to 9 p.m. with the Willie Playmore Band. For more information, call 499-1155.

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By Keith Lobdell ground offer a place for people to camp community, the Town of Moriah out as well as beaches, sports courts and more. and Village of Port Henry take pride in their past For more information on the Moriah and Port Henry area, with exhibits at the Iron Center Museum. visit the Chamber of Commerce website at Moriah is also the home to a pair of campgrounds located www.PortHenryMoriah.com. on the shores of Lake Champlain. Both the Bulwagga Bay

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Iron Center Museum At the Iron Center Museum in the Village of Port Henry, the railroad and mining history of the area are presented through the Town of Moriah Historical Society. The museum is housed in the restored carriage house of the Witherbee-Sherman and Company mining headquarters. The local mining industry was at its peak between 1820 and 1971, when Port Henry was the largest pre-war producer of iron ore in the country. The museum is open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from noon until 3 p.m. and admission is by donation. For more information, call 546-3587.

Moriah Golf and Country Club The Moriah Golf and Country Club is a nine-hole, par-32 golf course that offers a challenge with several hills and tricky shots. Golf cart rentals are available, and there is also a children’s program available. The course was established in 1900, one of the oldest courses in the nation. There is also a cocktail lounge on premises. For more information, call 546-9979.

Cheney Mountain Trail Created by Champlain Area Trails, the Cheney Mountain Trail in the hamlet of Mineville expands the CATS trail system into other towns and was developed with the help of the Town of Moriah to develop this new trail. The trail starts by the Town’s former landfill on Pelfershire Road and follows an old logging road to the summit, where it passes by a number of unusual small ponded areas and wetlands to overlooks with spectacular views. For more information, visit the website champlainareatrails.com.

Local Campgrounds Both Bulwagga Bay and the Village of Port Henry Campgrounds offer RVers, tenters, families, boaters, fishermen and cyclists a place to stay on the shores of Lake Champlain. Each includes water and 30/50 amp electric service both on lakefront and non-lakefront, restrooms with pay showers, dump station and pump-outs. There is also a playground and beach with lifeguards on duty during the summer at each. You may also spot the Lake Champlain Monster, Champy.

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chance to view the remains of a fort that ver the past seven months, resiBy Keith Lobdell was used during the colonial war period. dents of Crown Point have been Crown Point also celebrates the history of the region at rejoicing over the re-opening of the Champlain the Penfield Homestead Museum with numerous exhibits Bridge, which connects Crown Point with Addison, Vt. and displays. For more information, visit the Crown Point Along with the bridge, the Crown Point State Historic site Chamber website, www.crownpointny.org. sits on the shores of Lake Champlain, giving visitors the

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Crown Point Historic Site The Crown Point State Historic Site is where the remains of Fort St. Frederic and His Majesty's Fort of Crown Point, used as military outposts in the 18th and 19th centuries, is located. Visitors can take a walking tour of the forts, and learn about who controlled the narrows of Lake Champlain. There is also a visitors center, with exhibits on French, British and American chapters of the fort‘s history. The site is open May through October.

For more information, call 597-4666.

Essex County Fish Hatchery The county-owned fish hatchery raises rainbow, brown, and brook trout as well as roughly 20,000 yearling brook trout annually. The hatchery is open to the public and has over a dozen rearing ponds that are situated on-site. For more information, call 597-3844.

Penfield Museum The Penfield Museum is located in what is called Ironville, in Crown Point. The museum is a not-for-profit organization that preserves the history of the ironworking industry in the North Country during the 19th century. Ironville is considered the "Birthplace of the Electric Age, being the site of the first industrial application of electricity in the United States. This area was instrumental to modern progress and to the efforts in the Civil War.” For more information, call 597-3804, or visit the website penfieldmuseum.org.

Champlain Bridge & Visitors Center After a two-year wait, the newly constructed Champlain Bridge was opened to traffic last fall and once again provides a roadway connection between the communities of Crown Point and Addison, Vt. The new bridge features walking and bicycle lanes on both sides of the structure, allowing for safer pedestrian passage. As well, the New York State Department of Transportation has announced a commemoration program highlighting the original 1929 Lake Champlain Bridge, which was replaced by a new span last fall. The program now has two interpretive displays located in New York’s Lake Champlain Visitors Center and Vermont’s Chimney Point State Historic Site along with a website, www.dot.ny.gov/LCBCommemoration.

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nine-hole golf course in town, and people he town of Schroon Lake is home

By Keith Lobdell can learn about the history of the Schroon to the world-famous Seagle Music Lake and North Hudson region by visiting the SchroonColony, which opens another season with performNorth Hudson Historical Society. ances throughout the region.

For more information on Schroon Lake events, visit the The town also plays host to an annual Independence Day Chamber of Commerce at www.schroonlakeregion.com. parade, along with concerts and other events. There is a

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Seagle Music Colony Seagle Music Colony tabs itself as the oldest summer vocal training program in the United States and, “the premier opera and musical theatre producing organization in the Adirondack region of upstate New York.” The 2012 schedule includes Kiss Me Kate, Little Women, Don Giovanni and Sweeney Todd on the Main Stage at the Oscar Seagle Memorial Theater; Little Red Riding Hood at the Boathouse and Hooray for Hollywood at Schroon Lake Central School.

The group also tours across the North Country. For more information, call 532-7875 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the website www.seaglecolony.org.

Schroon Lake Golf Course The Schroon Lake Golf Course is a 9-hole, par 36 golf course that features rolling hills and a glimpse of Pharaoh Mountain in the distance. The public course has been in action for nearly a century, and offers tournaments and leagues throughout the summer. The course has carts available and will be open through the fall. For more information and greens fees, call 5329359.

Independence Day The town’s Independence Day celebration typically begins with The Schroon Lake Community Church’s annual chicken barbecue, rain or shine. The church is located on the corner of Main Street and Leland Avenue. Throughout the day there is music provided by the Seagle Music Colony and other bands in Fountain Park. There are also children’s games and activities in the park. A highlight each July 4th is the presentation of awards in the annual Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce Fishing Tournament. The 58th annual Schroon Lake July 4th parade will be held at 6 p.m. The parade will run from Hoffman Road to the town park.

Schroon-North Hudson Historical Society The Schroon-North Hudson Historical Society is located at 1144 US Rte. 9 in Schroon Lake, and is open through August from noon until 4 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. Admission is by donation. The post-Civil War home contains displays of vintage photographs, postcards, maps and posters. They also have tapes made by older residents and local military records from the War of 1812 to the Vietnam War. For more information, call 532-7615.

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By Katherine Clark During the summer months the town has industrial town for Graphite mining, is many outdoor activities to offer visitors and comes alive, allowing now a beautiful treasure on the northern end of Lake a quiet escape for visitors and friendly locals to visit with.

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Public Swimming Areas The town of Hague has two public swimming areas for the people to enjoy. The Hague Beach and boat launch has a large area where families and bathers can lay out in the sun and safely swim under the protection of a life guard. The shallow beach is ideal for small children learning how to swim for the first time and other little swimmers still with less experience. The beach also has three jungle gyms for different age children and public restrooms. Visitors can take a seat at a picnic table or lay down a blanket to enjoy lunch on the lawn.

Peggy’s Point Sitting on a 1.9 acre lake front property lined from front to back with Trout Brook is Peggy's Point. The property was donated to the town of Hague in 2005 by long-time summer resident Margaret “Peggy” Darrin. Visitors are welcomed to the Point by the crane carved door that opens to the winding wood chipped path leading visitors from the front gate around the friendship garden and to the beach. It is a perfect place for pet owners to take their dogs for a swim. For more information on planting a memorial flower or bush in the garden or to donate to the Point contact Sarah Hoffman at 644-9673 or e-mail her at shoffman@lglc.com.

Silver Bay YMCA Association Started in 1900, the Silver Bay Association is a sprawling part of the Hamlet of Silver bay. At Silver Bay, visitors can stay in the historic Hepbron Hall which was built in 1901 and looks like a grand Victorian Mansion inside and out, or visitors can stay in one of the many smaller cottages around the property.

The Silver Bay association has many different recreational opportunities, activities and educational programs for all members of the family. Visitors can do anything from kayak on Lake George, learn to rock climb on the indoor climbing wall, participate in archery or yoga by the edge of the lake. For more information about Silver Bay activities go to their website SilverBay.org or call (518) 543-8833.

Popular Hiking Trails Located in the heart of the Adirondacks, there are hiking trails for all ability levels. For a light hike, visitors can hike trails that follow Trout Brook, which is a great place to cast a fishing line or put your feet in the cool water coming down from the mountains. Other trails include Jabe Pond, a trial for hiking, camping, canoeing, and fishing opportunities. Deer Leap trail is great for Adirondack Hiking and picnicking. It is about 1.6 miles and takes about an hour to complete. For more information about the hiking trails near Hague visit www.hagueticonderoga.com/attractionsHiking.asp.

Hague Heritage Museum The Hague Heritage Museum is a great place to learn about the town’s rich industrial and cultural history. The Hague Heritage Museum currently has on display a Civil War exhibit which has been put together by Hague's Town Historian, Gerald Crammond. On display are a collection of essays and various photographs in the large, glass showcase. Along with the civil war exhibit, the historical society has other documentation and photographs on display. These exhibits are in the main lobby of the Community Center. The heritage museum is located in the town hall 9793 Graphite Mountain Road. For more information call the town hall at (518) 543-6161.

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Challenges abound at local golf courses Ticonderoga Country Club Ticonderoga Country Club is an 18 hole, par 71/72 golf course located in the Lord Howe Valley in Ticonderoga. The course is an open, links-style format, while presenting a challenge with Trout Brook coming into play on seven of the 18 holes. It also has difficult uphill, downhill, and side-hill lies throughout the course which features three par fives and three par threes on the front nine. Cart rentals are available, along with a pro shop and club pro. There is also an onsite restaurant. For more information on the Ticonderoga Country Club, call 585-2801 or visit the website www.ticonderogacountryclub.com.

Situated along the scenic Hudson River, Warrensburg’s Cronin's Golf resort has been a family owned golf course since 1945, with three generations of family continuing to update and improve the golf experience there. The course is a par 70, 18-hole layout that spans 6,121 yards. The course features the challenges of multi-tiered greens, strategically placed bunkers and tree-lined fairways, The course also features a new natural grass driving range. The resort also offers a lounge and game room, swimming pool, canoeing, hiking, children's play area, nightly campfires, rowboats and fishing. For more information, call 623-9336 (GOLF) or visit the website www.croninsgolfresort.com.

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Challenges abound at local golf courses High Peaks Golf Course Located on Santanoni Drive in the town of Newcomb, this municipally-owned course is a 2,575-yard, par 33 course that features a quartet of par 3 holes, four par 4 holes and one par 5. While the course features great views of the High Peaks, do not let those distract you from the course layout, which includes elevated, sloping greens, natural hazards and "creatively" placed bunkers. The course has a pro shop where golfers can get tee times and use the snack bar, which offers light lunches as well as early morning doughnuts and coffee. For more information, call 582-2300 or visit the website www.highpeaksgolf.com.

Country Meadows Golf Folks from all over the region enjoy visits to Country Meadows Golf — which features a 14hole golf course — for a day of affordable family fun. The golf course’s greens fees are only $10 for 9 holes and $12 for all 14. Believe it or not, golfers over 55 get a $2 discount. The greens are well-kept, the fairways are wide, the scenery is pastoral, and the staff is as welcoming as can be. Note that Country Meadows has carts and clubs for rent, and they offer both a driving range and putting green for warm-ups. Country Meadows’ clubhouse, which features a restaurant and full bar, hosts banquets for all occasions, whether it’s for a wedding, engagement or anniversary party, baby shower or family get-together. Just call owners Kim and Ed Winchell at 792-5927 to make arrangements.

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Chestertown: A great place to get away from it all

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way that foreshadow the beauty of the trails isitors of Chestertown are greeted

By Katherine Clark and environment here. with a sign that reads “Chestertown, The town, situated between three lakes, the beautiful Home of the White House Christmas tree in 1964.”

Adirondacks and many long valleys, offers ample outdoor activiRightly nicknamed the 'Crossroads of the Adirondacks' for its locaties for visitors to take advantage of. Swimming, boating, fishing, tion between the Hudson River, the Schroon River and its proximiand a vast amount of ATV trails exist here. There is sure to be ty to Loon Lake, Friends Lake and Brant Lake, Chestertown is a something for any outdoor enthusiast or anyone who wants some great place for outdoor enthusiasts. quiet and relaxing vacation time to do here.

Visitors will first notice the tall beautiful trees that line the road-

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Green Mansions Golf Course The Green Mansions Golf Course, located at 207 Darrowsville Road, is nestled in the scenic Adirondacks with bodies of water all around the course. It is both a beautiful and challenging course. Although the 9-hole course is fairly short, the player’s accuracy will play a key role in the score. Small bodies of water surround the course and play a role in all holes. The course is rated a par 36 by the USGA and has a course rating of 64.7 and a slope of 114. The proshop has club rentals, cart and pull cart rentals available to patrons of the course and a bar and grill for eating after a game.

For more information call 518-494-7222, or visit www.greenmansionsgolf.com.

Fishing the Tri Lakes Scenic Brant Lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout and contains smallmouth bass, largemouth bass in the weedy bays, and chain pickerel. A variety of panfish make it fun for younger anglers too. There is free public boat access at a DEC launch site near the west end in Horicon. Loon Lake offers excellent bass fishing, walleyes, some pike and plenty of panfish for the kids. Schroon Lake is accessible by boat from a free state launch on the south end between Pottersville and Adirondack, or from a free village ramp on the west side. Deep enough to offer both cold and warm water opportunities, Schroon Lake has populations of northern pike, lake trout and landlocked salmon; along with smallmouth and largemouth bass.

Circle B Ranch Open all year round and with many opportunities to learn and have fun, the Circle B Ranch is a good place for riders of all ability levels. The ranch, located at 771 Potterbrook Road, has been owned by the Boggia family since 1961. It is set on over 500 acres of trails, fields and forests and offers visitors opportunities for either horse drawn carriage rides or saddle rides through the beautiful Adirondacks. With over 25 horses, cattle and other animals, visitors can engage in the animal's everyday care and learn about the nature of the animal’s temperament as well as learn to ride. For more information or to schedule a ride call (518) 494-4888, or go to www.circlebranch.net.

Chestertown Historical Museum The Town of Chester Museum of Local History is located on the second floor of the Municipal Center on Main Street. Inside there is an “Eclectic mix of days gone by” for visitors to experience, according to President of the Historical Society, Nancy Tenneson. The museum houses documents, pictures, tools of the time and gives a glimpse of the town’s once thriving lumber industry and ice cutting. “If they love the Adirondacks they can learn a lot,”Tenneson said about visiting the museum. “They can see, look and read what we have and get a good idea of what life was like then now and what it’s always been.”

Horicon Museum Horicon Museum, located in Brant Lake on 6696 State Route 8, features a brief look into the Adirondack pioneer home life in the Horicon area. Artifacts include a collection of antique clothing, furniture, china, quilts and old photographs. The museum also features tools of the time to show how work was accomplished before modern technology, with exhibits of horsedrawn farm equipment, old tools and boats. In June the museum is open Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. In July and August: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 1-4 pm. Admission is free. For special tours contact the museum at (518) 494-7286 or by email brantwd@capital.net, or visit their website at horiconhistoricalsociety.org/museum.htm.

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Fishing in the southern Adirondacks

programs. In Essex and Warren counties, he Adirondack Park features a variBy Andy Flynn thousands of rainbow, brown and brook ety of fishing opportunities, from trout were stocked in the spring in ponds, lakes and rivers. the smallest ponds to expansive rivers and the open Fishing permits can be purchased at town halls and sports waters of Lake George and Lake Champlain.

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Fish species •Hot fishing spots • Eagle Lake has smallmouth bass, northern pike and brown trout. There is boating access at the state launch at the western end of the lake.

• Lake Eaton is stocked with rainbow trout, lake trout, brown trout and landlocked salmon and has wild landlocked salmon and smallmouth bass. There is boating access at the state campground.

• Schroon Lake has smallmouth and largemouth bass, northern pike, lake trout and landlocked salmon. There is boating access from the southern end at Pottersville or the northern end in the village of Schroon Lake.

• Long Lake has smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and northern pike. There is boating access in the hamlet of Long Lake.

• Forked Lake has smallmouth and largemouth bass, landlocked salmon and brook trout. There is boating access from the state campground and the end of the Carry Road.

• Lake Harris has smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and northern pike. There is boating access at the state campground and near the town of Newcomb beach.

• Lake Durant has tiger muskies and largemouth bass. There is boating access from the state campground. Blue Mountain Lake has lake trout, landlocked salmon and smallmouth bass. There is lake access from two private boat launches.

• Indian Lake has smallmouth bass, lake trout, brown trout, whitefish, pumpkinseeds, yellow perch and northern pike. The Jessup River at the southern end of Indian Lake is stocked with brown trout and brook trout. There is boating access on the southern end of the lake.

•The Indian River below Lake Abanake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout. There are multiple access points from the Chain Lakes Road.

•The Schroon River is stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout. There are multiple boating access points, including launches at Pottersville, Starbuckville, South Horicon and Riverbank.

• Lake Lewey has northern pike, smallmouth bass and brown and lake trout. The Miami River, which empties into the lake, has wild brook trout. There is boating access from the state campground.

•The Hudson River has brown trout and smallmouth bass. Access the Blue Ledges part of the river from the Northwoods Club Road (a 2-mile hike) in the town of Minerva. Access the whitewater portions by raft from the Indian River. Or access portions of the river from North River and North Creek. The upper reaches of the Hudson River can be accessed in the town of Newcomb.

• Brant Lake is stocked with brown and rainbow trout. There is boating access at the state launch at the southwestern end of the lake.

• Lake George Wild Forest: There are 47 ponds and lakes in the Lake George Wild Forest, featuring wild or stocked brook trout, largemouth bass and brown and rainbow trout. Access is by foot trail.

• Siamese Ponds Wilderness: There are more than 79 ponds in the Siamese Ponds Wilderness Area, featuring classic brook trout fishing. Some bodies of water also have rainbow and lake trout. Access is by foot trail.

• Thirteenth Lake has brown, rainbow and brook trout and wild salmon. There is boating access to the lake, but it requires a 100-yard carry from the state parking lot at the end of the Thirteenth Lake Road.

• Paradox Lake has rainbow and lake trout and smallmouth and largemouth bass. There is boating access from the state campground.

• Pharaoh Lake Wilderness: There are about 20 backcountry ponds in the Pharaoh Lake Wild Forest that offer fishing for stocked and wild brook trout and wild lake trout. Access is by foot trail.

• Lake George has wild lake trout, landlocked salmon, smallmouth and largemouth bass, pickerel, northern pike and panfish. There is boating access at four state launches: Mossy Point near Ticonderoga, Rogers Rock State Campground, Northwest Bay and the Million Dollar Beach in the village of Lake George.

• Lake Champlain has lake trout, landlocked salmon, northern pike, smallmouth and largemouth bass, and walleye. There is boating access along the entire length of the lake, including state launches at these points at the southern end: Crown Point state campground, Port Henry and Ticonderoga.

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Caves and model railroads in Pottersville

62. The hamlet of Adirondack on the eastern ne of the major hamlets in the

By Andy Flynn shore of Schroon Lake is a short drive away.

Warren County town of Chester is Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Pottersville region.

Pottersville, home of the Natural Stone Bridge and For more information, contact the North Warren Chamber Caves and Railroads on Parade.

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Natural Stone Bridge and Caves The massive stone bridge arch — the largest marble cave entrance in the east — dominates this spectacular display of ancient Adirondack geology from rock over one billion years old. Take a walking stick, map, and camera and set out on a self-guided, above-ground, natural stone step nature trail and experience up-close the many unique rock features, such as potholes, grottos, a gorge and mill site waterfalls. Descend into lighted surface caves with raging waterfalls or tranquil dark pools.

Adventure Tours are available in July and August, 12:30-4 p.m., Wednesday, Friday-Sunday. Explore additional caves, crawl and get a bit dirty. The tour ends with a cave float where you explore a water-filled cave. Tours will be about three hours, led by trained guides and are by reservation only (tour size is currently limited to 4-10 only, ages 13 and older).

In the Adventure Park, Play the nine-hole Introduction to Disc Golf Course with new vista views of Trout Brook. Enjoy finding gems, fossils or arrowheads by Gemstone Mining or put on a hardhat & light and keep the treasures you find in the Gold Rush Mine or Crystal Quest Mine. Try your climbing skills on

the Caveman Challenge Bouldering Wall. Fish feeding, jewelry making or decorating walking sticks are additional fun activities for the kids.

Located at 535 Stone Bridge Road in Pottersville. Summer hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., May 25 - June 16; 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., June 17 - Sept. 5; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sept. 6 - Oct. 10. Call (518) 494-2283 or visit online at www.stonebridge and caves.com.

Railroads on Parade The new Prince Edward Island exhibit contains 52 buildings, several of which are exact small-scale replicas of original buildings seen by visitors on the island today. Meticulously replicated are lighthouses and the Anne of Green Gables house which are then complemented by a myriad of detailed other structures typical of this Canadian sea island community.

Dunham Studios has been making commissioned railroad exhibits for over two decades, they average four per year.

Many go to private owners, never to be seen by the public.

A new 140-square-foot, scale model railroad exhibit of Prince Edward Island, which was commissioned by a wealthy New York City financier for his family’s weekend retreat, has come home to roost as the newest expansion of the popular Railroads On Parade attraction that just opened last summer.

Owners Clarke and Barbara Dunham, along with their talented studio staff at Dunham Studios spent over 2,500 hours creating this nautical masterpiece.

Railroads on Parade features five magical miniature worlds of model trains in a 5,000-square-foot facility: the Station, the Hell Gate Bridge, Park Avenue/Subway, the 1939 World’s Fair and the Price Edward Island Railway.

Railroads on Parade is located just minutes from Exit 26 on I87/Adirondack Northway. For more information call (518) 6230100 or visit their website at www.RailroadsOnParade.com.

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For exhilarating fun: Raft the Adirondacks! snow and ice melt, creating peak class IV and The wild Hudson River winds more than

By John Gereau V rapids. By mid-summer, the rivers slow to 300 miles beginning high atop Mount Marcy more family-friendly class II & III levels, makat Lake Tear of the Clouds and winding all ing environments conducive to thrill seekers of all ages and the way into metro New York City. Other popular rivers skill levels. Here is a look at a handful of rafting companies include the Sacandaga, Black and Moose rivers. in our area: The river ’s surge each spring with the runoff of the spring

Beaver Brook Outfitters WEVERTOWN — Come whitewater rafting on the Hudson River with Beaver Brook Outfitters and you’ll receive competitive pricing day in and day out, some of the most experienced guides on the river, and a convenient full-service raft base. Wetsuits, booties, gloves and splash jackets are just some of the amenities provided in your trip price for any Hudson or Moose river trip. Lunch and dinner are included with all Hudson Gorge day trips all season long. Beaver Brook Outfitters, which is located at 2349 Route 28, is open seven days a week pretty much all year long, so if you give them a call between 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. you get to talk to a real person! Call 1-888-454-8433 or visit www.beaverbrook.net for more information.

North Creek Rafting Company NORTH CREEK —The North Creek Rafting Company is a local, owner-operated company now in its 15th year on the Hudson or Moose Rivers. The company provides new wetsuits and Sotar rafts and healthy, delicious, homemade lunches. They are located in downtown North Creek at 9 Ordway Lane, where visitors can explore all North Creek has to offer. The company offers experienced licensed guides and small, personalized trips with some of the lowest guest-to-guide ratios of 6-to1. For more information go to www.northcreekrafting.com or call 800-989-RAFT.

Whitewater Challenges NORTH RIVER —Whitewater Challengers provides whitewater rafting trips through the Hudson River Gorge — rated one of the Top 10 whitewater rafting runs in America. The Hudson River's whitewater is most powerful in the spring and fall; rafting is somewhat more moderate in mid-summer. Scheduled whitewater dam releases, however, assure terrific rafting fun all season long.

Whitewater Challengers rafting center is conveniently located alongside the Hudson River, on Route 28, in North River, where a hearty dinner follows each day's rafting trip. Rates vary by season and by day-of-week, so call 800-443-8554 for rates, dates and reservations.

Adirondack Adventures NORTH RIVER—Whether you've enjoyed the excitement of a whitewater rafting trip dozens of times before, or whether it’s your first time riding the rapids, Adirondack Adventures ensures you’ll enjoy the thrills and splashes of a whitewater rafting trip safely. The company offer trips suitable for young children and families as well as rafting expeditions perfect for the experienced and adventuresome rafter - and everyone in between. The company, which is located at 4659 State Route 28, is open April through October. Reservations are required, so give them a call at 1-877-963-RAFT or visit /www.adkadventures.com.

Adventure Sports Rafting INDIAN LAKE—This spring, summer or fall book your Hudson River rafting trip and glide through eddies and marvel at the incredible beauty of the Adirondack Park with Adventure Sports Rafting Company. Whether you are enjoying a family vacation in Lake George or an adventurous retreat with friends, Adventure Sport’s Hudson River rafting trips are the perfect escape from the mundane. Owner operated since 1985, the company’s experienced and licensed New York rafting guides are passionate about providing an exciting and secure expedition for all. To find out more about Adventure Sports Hudson River rafting rates contact Adventure Sports Rafting at 1-800-441-RAFT or www.adventuresportsrafting.com.

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Open Tues. - Fri. 8 a.m. - Noon and 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. - Noon

Logging Supplies

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Small Engine Repair

Tiller & Wood Splitter Rentals

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KNITTED HATS, SCARVES, MITTENS & SWEATERS T-SHIRTS & SWEATERS, SCHROON LAKE DESIGNS WOOD FURNITURE, LAMPS & COAT RACKS HOLIDAY CENTERPIECES • HAND BEADED JEWELRY KISSING BALLS & WREATHES • CANDY, SODA & SNACKS ICE CREAM POPS & SPECIALTIES 1095 US ROUTE 9, SCHROON LAKE, NY 12870 (LOCATED ON MAIN STREET) (518) 532-7274 • OPEN MAY - DECEMBER 38201

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Mon-Fri 9am-8pm • Sat 10am-8pm • Sun 10am-5pm • www.caymantanning.com 878 State Route 9 • Queensbury, NY • 518-636-3225 Like us on Facebook TO SEE CURRENT PROMOTIONS VISIT US AT WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/CAYMAN TANNING

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A mommy & me Boutique Lilli Designss located inside Cayman Tanning.

Lilli Design’s offers jewelry, Boutique clothing, and unique gifts.

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Rogers Rock Slide, pictured above, is nearly 800 hundred feet in height and, to all appearances, is a solid rock; the face of it is good proof that it is. It is located north of Hague on Lake George.

In the month of March, 1758, Major Rogers left Fort Edward with a small army for Lake George, which, at that season of the year, is covered with ice. He reached the lake and on the ice went down the lake. On the second day he arrived and went upon the land in the south bay of the slide. The snow was deep and snow shoes were used. His intention was to go around the mountain and surprise the French at Fort Ticonderoga. The French had news of his approach and a band of Indians followed by the French were sent to meet him, the Indians being instructed that when they met him to retreat and lead him into the presence of the French. The armies met and Rogers was defeated and nearly all of his company killed. The Major was lucky enough to make his escape unharmed. He ascended the mountain and crossed over to the high and smooth surface on the east. Being a man of quick thought he decided what to do. He takes off his knapsack and haversack and drops them at his feet. They go rolling through the snow to the lake. He then stoops over and unties his snow shoes and being a skillful user of them he turns himself around without moving the shoes, placing his toes toward the heel of the shoes. He then ties them on and walks along side of the track that he made coming up as far as he dared to for fear of meeting the enemy on his trail. He leaves and makes his way to the lake and goes to where his things were. He strapped them on and away he went at a lively gait. He finally reached Fort William Henry at the head of the lake.

The Indians that were on his trail finding another track coming in with the one they were following, believed they had two men ahead of them. They reached the slide and see where his two articles had gone down. They believed them to be that of those whom they were in pursuit of. They soon see the Major going off at a lively step and unharmed.

Believing that he was aided in his daring adventure by their Good Spirit they have no right to harm him and left him in the care of that spirit which they dare not offend.

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The Adirondack lean-to — such as the one here in the town of Long Lake — is synonymous with the backcountry here. The structures dot many of the back lakes and mountains and can be used on a first-come, first-served basis.

Photo by Andy Flynn

Between Lake George & Lake Placid at

Paradise Pines

Pedal Bike Rentals 23 Rental Cabins Trailer Rentals Seasonal Rates Sites on the Schroon River Escorted Parking Big Rigs Accommodated Pull-Thrus Clean Restrooms Mini-Mart Laundry FREE Wireless Internet Special Off Season Rates

Bring in your Bear Bucks and receive $10.00 off camping, campsites or rental units.*

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*First time campers Only for redeeming Yogi Bucks

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3 Playgrounds Snack Bar 2 Pools Kiddie Pool Train Rides Gem Mining Jumping Pillow Fishing Shuffleboard Movies Mini Golf Kayak Rentals Golf Cart Rentals

TM & © Hanna-Barbera (s11)

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BOAT RENTALS • BOAT SALES • DOCK SALES

Marina Road • Chestertown, NY 12817

(518) 494-3410 • www.loonlakemarina.com

31 Marina Road • Schroon Lake, NY 12870

(518) 532-7884 • www.schroonlakemarina.com

Ticonderoga will once again host its “Best Fourth in the North” celebration July 1-4, with the annual parade held at 2 p.m. July 4. The theme this year is “Salute to Community Volunteers.”

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Moose entered the state on a continuous basis in the 1980s, having been absent since the 1860s. State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) officials collected reports of sightings between 1980 and 1999 as an informal way of monitoring the species' progress.

DEC biologists estimated that there were about 500 to 800 moose in New York State as of 2010. However, a standard procedure for estimating numbers of moose has not yet been established. Today, DEC estimates the herd at 1,000 or more animals and growing.

Moose management in the state consists of monitoring population size and distribution and occasionally relocating an animal that becomes a nuisance or catching and moving a moose from developed areas where it is a danger to itself, to people or both.

Future DEC actions include implementing studies to refine our knowledge of the factors affecting moose distribution and numbers in New York State, estimating key population characteristics, assessing potential impacts of climate change on moose populations, balancing moose population attributes with biological and social carrying capacity, and developing a moose management plan that takes these factors into account.

State Department of Environmental Conservation

FRESH PRODUCE • BIS ON PRODUCTS HOME BAKED GOODS • GIFT SHOP Open Daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Enjoy A Spectacular View of the Buffalo in the Hub of the Adirondacks Exit 29 off the Northway, 3.5 miles west

(518) 532-9466 www.adirondackbuffalocompany.com

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HUB Established 1848 KS OF THE ADIRONDAC Take Exit 29 off the Northway (I-87) from the South or Exit 30 from the North

What to see in North Hudson: • The Falls at Blue Ridge on the Branch • Balance Rock • Trails to Dix Range • Sharp Bridge State Campsite • Elk Lake Lodge • Courtney Pond • Town Recreation Facility on the Schroon River • Adirondack Buffalo Farm • Gokeys Trading Post & Auction Hall • Blue Ridge Falls Campsite • Yogi Bear Jellystone Campsite Exit 29 • North Hudson Multi-Use Trail System

For more information (518) 532-9811 northhudsonny.com

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Raining outside? Don’t let it spoil the day!

W

A destination for artists for the inspirational hen it rains in the Adirondacks,

By Katherine Clark rolling mountains and clean waterways, the the trees get a little greener and area has many museums to offer visitors a look at area the lakes a little darker. inspired art. There are also many fun and action packed Though rainy days don't always encourage outdoor activiplaces to bring kids to ward off boredom and have a great ties, especially for those with children, it can be an opportutime as a family while on vacation in the Adirondacks. nity for visitors to see what the area has to offer inside.

Haunted Houses On Canada Street in Lake George village, there are several Haunted Houses and small museums meant to inspire fear and excitement. Dr. Morbid’s Haunted House and House of Frankenstein’s Wax Museum offer visitors shelter from the rain. Frankenstein's wax museum, unlike the typical wax museum, is a dark course that is self guided. Walking up to the museum visitors are stalked by the tall Frankenstein walking outside to forewarn those who visit what they have in store inside.

The museum is based on classic literature and traditional aspects of early wax museums. Visitors should be aware the museum has some scenes of violence and may not be appropriate for young children. Dr. Morbids Haunted house, unlike the wax museum, features live actors and the element of surprise could be around every twist and turn of the house. The haunted house is a high startle haunted attraction with live actors. Parents are warned to use good judgment as to whether young children should enter the haunted house.

The haunted houses are open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission for both houses of fear are: Adult admission is $8.99, Students age 13 to 17 years old can enter for $7.99, and children age 6 to 12 admission is $4.49. Frankenstein’s, located at 213 Canada Street. For more information about the Wax museum or Dr. Morbids Haunted House go to www.frankensteinwaxmuseum.com or call (518) 668-3377.

HOSS’S COUNTRY CORNER

Phone: 518-546-7123 • Email: mattjb99@aol.com www.porthenrymoriah.com

• Complete Adirondack Book Selection • Maps • Woolrich Clothing • Mocs • Gifts • Quilts • Hitec Boots • Christian Books • Jewelry • Sporting Goods • Groceries

Live Bait, All Your Fishing Supplies & DECL icenses!

Port Henry’s Champ Beach Park

Over 100 lakefront and non-lakefront sites with 50 amp service and water hook-ups, restrooms with showers, dump station and pump outs available. Snackbar, playground, basketball court, and beach with lifeguards on duty during the summer season. Located next to the State Boat Launch. Manager lives on site. Daily, weekly, monthly, or seasonal rates for RV’s, campers and tents, open May to October. Boaters, fishermen, and cyclists welcome, too!

Our park is adjacent to the NYS Boat Launch and the Port Henry Pier, just off Dock St. a short walk down the hill from Port Henry’s business district. Major credit cards accepted.

Adirondack Authors Night August1 4th,2012 7pm - 9pm TentS ale August1 6th -1 9th

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Your family’s summer “home away from home”

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Rainy day opportunities abound!

The Fun Spot On a rainy day if you are still wanting to get outside and exercise, the Fun Spot, 1035 Route 9, in Queensbury has many things for you and the family to do to work off the cabin fever energy. Roller skating, laser tag, a full size arcade, and a place for the kids to climb and play on the Kids Spot Soft Playground offers something for everyone to run off that energy. If you want to take the skates off and use your feet, the laser tag course is right off the rink and offers a video game like scene. The course leaves opponents surrounded by fog and high energy music. The mission is for you and your team to tag your opponents and their base station with your laser beam for points. The playground features two 16-foot double slides, challenge path, Dragons Lair, an elastic tunnel, wavy web crawl, cave climb, two kangaroo rooms, zip-line, rodeo rider room, two pull swings, and a Magic Carpet. There is also a full snack bar. The rink is open 11a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. For more information about Fun Zone call (518) 792-8989 or go to www.lakegeorge.com/business/fun-spot.

Aimie’s Dinner & Movie/Lake George Dinner Theatre Aimie’s Dinner & Movie, 190 Glen St., Glens Falls: A dinner and movie outing is always a good alternative when other plans have been rained out. Aimie’s combines the two for an enjoyable evening out without rushing from the restaurant to the movies. Playing recent movies for $5 a person and offering a full menu of appetizer’s dinners, salads and dessert, the experience is bound to feel customized personally for you. Aimie’s has showings from 5 to 8 p.m. For a full listing of current shows playing call (518) 792-8181 to make a reservation or go to their website at www.aimiesdinnerandmovie.com.

The Lake George Dinner Theatre: The theater presents a unique combination of great food and professional entertainment. It is the only professional dinner theater in the region. The featured summer show is "The Love List" and it runs through October. It's a fun comedy about two men who make a list to describe their ideal woman and follows the story of a woman who shows up with all of the qualities on their list and they suddenly realize the meaning of the term be careful what you wish for. Located at 2223 Canada St. in Lake George, it has dinner shows Wednesday-Saturday with seating at 6:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. show. Tuesday-Thursday there are lunch shows with seating at 11:15 a.m. Call (518) 668-5762 extension 411.

Sembrich Museum Step back in time to the turn-of-the-last century and an era known as the “Golden Age of Song” when Marcella Sembrich’s star shone brightly in the world of arts and letters.

The Sembrich Museum has an extensive and varied collection on display in the singer’s former studio where she rehearsed and taught young vocalists. Visitors to the museum may also listen to recordings of her vocals while touring the museum.

A visit to Sembrich is sure to be a glimpse into the world of prima dona opera singers culture. Live shows are performed throughout the summer including a July 11, “Titanic” the musical performance at 1:30 p.m. at $11 and a concert with the Hyperion String Quartet Aug. 25, at 7:30 p.m. for $25.

The collection includes fine and decorative arts. Silver and gold tribute wreaths and colorful floral banners show a timeline of her travels for visitors to enjoy. Tokens come from opera and concert houses from around the world. Some from St. Petersburg, Russia to Chattanooga, Tenn. The museum located at 4800 Lake Shore Drive in Bolton Landing.

Admission is free and is open daily 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 to 5:30 p.m. For more information call the museum at (518) 644-9839.

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Camping • Boating • Fishing • Swimming at

Port Henry’s Bulwagga Bay RV Park This summer spend your vacation on

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518-499-1212 800-772-2625 Fax 518-499-1242 Call (518) 546-7500 for more info, or visit our website at www.townofmoriah.com

Over 70 years of service!

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89360

Rick’s Bike Shop

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Rick’s Bike Shop

368 Ridge Rd., Queensbury, NY, 12804 • (518) 793-8986

Please Visit Our Website: www.ricksbikeshop.com

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The Northern Points Cluster SummerMa ss Schedule

If you are visiting our area, we invite you to visit one of our local church services.

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Saturday Vigils: 5:30PM - Parish of St. Isaac Jogues, Chestertown Sunday Liturgies: 7:30AM - St. Isaac Jogues, Chestertown (7:30AM starting June 24th) 9AM - St. James Church, North Creek 9AM - Parish of St. Isaac Jogues, Hague 11AM - Parish of St. Isaac Jogues, Chestertown

Faith Baptist Church

MOUNT MORIAH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

518-546-7099

SUNDAY

19 Church Street Port Henry, NY

9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship

Bridging 3 Centuries (1865-2012)

WEDNESDAY

Come Join us for Sunday Worship and Fellowship

Reverend Lee B. Call 623-4071 4 Burhans Ave., Warrensburg, NY

10:30 a.m. at the Beautiful Stone Church on the Corner

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Grace Memorial Chapel

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

SUNDAY SERVICES 9:30 AM July 1 - September 2

Rev. Edd Blanchard

210 The Portage • 585-7107 Ticonderoga, NY 12883 Rev. Larry Maxson

COMMUNION

August 5 & September 2

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Sabbath Day Point (518) 543-6448

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518-644-9103 5 Horicon Ave. • Bolton Landing, NY 12814 www.firstbaptistchurchboltonlandingny.com

SERVICES

Silver Bay String Quartet Concert Saturday July 14 • 7:30pm

Sunday School - 9:30 AM Sunday Worship 10:45 AM & 6:00 PM Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 7 PM

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First Congregational Church P.O. Box 532, Park Avenue Crown Point, New York 12928

SERVICE: Sunday 9:30 A.M. Christ Centered Family Oriented Second Blessings Thrift Store Tue., Thurs. & Sat. 10 - 2:00 PM 30624

Sunday Worship Service 10:00AM Junior Church (ages 5-10) during service

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Services Sunday Morning at 10:00AM 71 Montcalm Street Lake George, NY 12845 Church Office: 518-668-2613

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Bible & Prayer 7:00 p.m.

Rev. David C. Hirtle, Pastor Rev. Gregg Trask, Assoc. www.brickchurchonline.com • 518-597-3398

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CALDWELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Independent Baptist Church The church on the hill with a view, and hope in uncertain times.

“Oh that I had in the wilderness a lodging place of wayfaring men...”

Jeremiah 9:2

If you are visiting our area, we invite you to visit one of our local church services.

Fellowship and worship with us when in the area, for renewal takes place through Biblical teaching.

Service Times: 9:15 & 11:00 AM Sun. 7:00 PM Wed.

MOUNTAINSIDE BIBLE CHAPEL

Hadley-Luzerne Wesleyan Church 445 Route 9N Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 (518) 696-4552

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518-648-5744 6110 NYS Rte. 30, Indian Lake

Hope - Grace - Peace

165 US Rte 9 Schroon Lake, NY 12870 518-532-7128 Senior Pastor - Rev. David B. Peterson

~ Nursery Care at ALL Services ~

A place to connect, a place to grow.

9803 Graphite Mt Rd

Sunday Worship Service..........................9:00 AM Children’s Church.....................................9:00 AM Sunday School.......................................10:30 AM

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Conveniently located on Route 9 just off Exit 27 30627

Quaker Worship

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WARRENSBURG SERVICE TIMES Sunday School 9:45am Church Service 11:00am Evening Service 6:00pm Thursday Evening Prayer Service 7:00pm

Sundays Adult Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

We Invite You to join us Ticonderoga Quaker Worship Group Visitors & Seekers Always Welcome!

9830 Graphite Mountain Road (Route8)

518-585-7865 or 518-585-7949 http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeeaw9g/

518-623-9373 30634

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Meeting for Worship 4:00 Sunday Home of Mary Glazer and Mark Moss 144 Lake George Ave Ticonderoga, NY

3850 Main Street Warrensburg, NY Pastor Ron Burdett

Ticonderoga, NY (Rt. 9N next to the Hospital) (518) 585-7995 • email:t ifumc@yahoo.com

SUNDAY SERVICES:

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Saturday: 4:00 pm Vigil Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am Weekday Mass: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 am

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3890 Main Street Warrensburg, NY 12885 518-623-9334 Pastor Stephen Andrews Email: fumc3890@juno.com Office Hours: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Located at 50 Mohican Street Lake George • (518) 668-2046

8:30 A.M. - with Communion 10:30 A.M. - Service

Hague, NY • (518) 543-8899 Pastor Cory MacNeil www.haguebaptistchurch.com First United Methodist Church Of Warrensburg

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church

FIRSTU NITED METHODISTC HURCH

Summer VBS - July 30 - Aug. 3 Thrift Shop Open Year Round Wednesday & Saturday • 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

HAGUE BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Service: Worship Service June 24th - Sept. 9th: 10:00AM 30626

Rev. Richard E. Osborne, Sr. Pastor www.hlwc.org

Sunday Morning Worship 9AM & 11AM Café Hour 10AM-11AM http://www.haguewesleyan.org

Home of Mountainside Christian Academy Quality Christian Education pre-K through grade 12

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Service Times: Sunday Morning Bible Hour 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship 11:00AM VBS Dates: August 20-24 5:45PM - 8:15PM

Visit us on Facebook for our current events!

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LAKE GEORGE

BOATHOUSE

B ED & B REAKFAST

A Four-season Adirondack Retreat Nestled At The Foot Of Eleventh Mountain

BlackstoneLo dge

(518)494- 5249

Bakers Mills, NY

(518)543-6934

(518)251-32 63

Toll Free: 1-888-593-7712 www.locustinn.com Email:re lax@locustinn.com

Fax:251-3 975 Email:the blackstonelodge@yahoo.com www.theblackstonelodge.com

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Proprietors Dan & Nancy Lindsley-Freebern Adirondack, NY 12808 www.adirondackpines.com 30588

Voted #1 B&B with the Best Breakfast

A Lake Castle Estate on Lake George, NY

(518) 644-2554 44 Sagamore Rd Bolton Landing, NY www.boathousebb.com

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The Locust Inn 1 Locust Lane • Hague, NY 12836

Adirondack Pines B&B and VacationR entals

The Lake Champlain Inn Bed & Breakfast (TLC INN)

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THE INN IN WESTPORT

Cornerstone Victorian Bed & Breakfast Warrensburg, NY 12885

(518)335-1966

518-623-3308

1234 Stevenson Road • Westport, NY 12993 www.innwestport.com 30598

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Gracious hospitality and ambiance.

Winner of

Ruah Bed & Breakfast 9221 Lakeshore Drive Hague, NY 12836

“BEST BREAKFAST IN THE NORTHEAST”

(518)543- 8816

JOE & NANCY HOELL INNKEEPERS

Relax amid period antiques.

1-800-224-7549 • www.ruahbb.com Email:r uahbb@aol.com 30596

www.tlcinn.com • 518.547.9942

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Rocky Acres Inn Bed & Breakfast

A Quiet Retreat Open All Year Screen Houses & Tent Camping Hiking • Biking • Snowmobile Trails

LODGES

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Ticonderoga, NY Sunday Pond B&B

AdirondackS easonal Rustic Charm Seasonal YearR ound Accomodations

(518)585-76 54 www.heartbay.org Email:he artbayb@hotmail.com 30600

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A Four Season Bed & Breakfast Offering Adirondack Style Lodging in a Peaceful Wooded Setting

Rocky Acres Sewing & Alterations

5544 State Rt. 30, Saranac Lake, NY 12983

RockyAcresSewing@hotmail.com Laura Donaldson

(518)891- 1531

1094 Trout Brook Road, Schroon Lake

www.sundaypond.com Email:Info@ sundaypond.com 30603

518-532-9709 30601

, BINDER S CABINS Rt. 28, Indian Lake NY Binders@Frontiernet.net 518-648-5500 Batcheller Mansion Inn Station House B&B

6359 State Route 9 Chestertown, NY 12817 Phone: (518) 494-2401

75-77 Main St. • Granville, NY (518) 955-0771 or (518) 642-1276 www.stationhousebb.com 30597

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Open Year Round Cabins Directly Across From Lake Adirondack Nicely Situated for all Four Seasons of Recreational Fun.

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(518)584-7012 Saratoga Springs, NY Daniel Del Gaudio - Innkeeper www.BatchellerMansionInn.com Visit us on Facebook & Twitter!

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Union Gables B&B In the heart of Saratoga Springs

The Schoon Lake Place 30609

Rte 30, Long Lake, NY (518) 624-4133 Email: greenharbormotel@frontier.com www.greenharbormotel.com

Indian Lake, New York

532-7649 www.theschroonlakeplace.com Email:dj ones3@nycap.rr.com 30611

A 4-Season Cozy Cabin with Fireplace.

Pets considered.

973-398-0917 email: pampa@optonline.net

30610

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(518)584-155 8 Beautiful outdoor setting for your wedding - up to 250 guests. www.uniongables.com stay@uniongables.com

• 2 BR Cottages, 3 BR Townhouses, Lodges & Motels • Sandy Beach with Dockage & Launching • Free use of Row Boats, Paddleboats & Kayaks • Pool with Waterfall Hot Tub • Picnic Areas with Firepit, BBQ & Gas Grills • Activities including Playground, Game Room, Basketball, Volleyball, Horseshoes, etc...

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Directly on Beautiful Lake George, New York

3036 Lake Shore Drive • Lake George, NY 12845 Reservations: 518-668-5444www.bouldersresort.com

Yellow Coach Motel

Warren’sI nn

1051 US Route 9 (Main Street) Schroon Lake, NY 12870

Schroon Lake, NY

(518)532-91 18

(518)532- 7570

www.warrensinnsl.com

Email:ye llow_coach@verizon.net 30607

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FINE WINES & LIQUORS Dave Backe - Owner

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GRAND UNION PLAZA MAIN STREET NORTH CREEK, NY Phone: 518-251-3898 adirondackspirits@frontiernet.net

M O N -T H U R S 9:30 a.m . - 8:00 p.m .

FR I & SA T 9:30 a.m . - 9:00 p.m .

Bakery and Cof fee Shop

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260 Main Street • North Creek 251-5959 • Open 7 Days a Week thru Labor Day

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• Sandwiches and Soups • Baked Goods • Espresso Bar • Wedding Cakes • Catering

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Pictured above is a re-enactment at the Crown Point State Historic Site. Long before the Revolution, the British and the French both claimed Crown Point in the struggle for a North American empire. Four failed campaigns to oust the French between 1755 and 1758 were mounted by the British. It was not until 1759, however, that the abandoned French Fort St. Frederic was taken over by the British.

The British immediately began construction of "His Majesty's Fort of Crown Point." This ambitious fortification contributed to the British conquest of Canada, the last French stronghold, and control of Lake Champlain.

In 1775, at the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, the rebellious colonists captured the fort and secured sorely needed cannons and heavy ordnance. Crown Point was occupied by Gen. John Burgoyne's army in 1777 after the American evacuation to Mount Independence and remained under British control until the end of the war. The ruins of Fort St. Frederic, "His Majesty's Fort of Crown Point," and surrounding lands were acquired by the State of New York in 1910.

Today, visitors can explore the ruins of the original 18th-century structures and tour the newly renovated museum which includes an auditorium where visitors can watch an award-winning multimedia orientation program before touring the exhibits and grounds.

Admission to the museum is $4 adult, $3 senior/student with children 12 and under free. There is no fee to tour the ruins. For more information call (518) 5974666.

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Despite how elegant it is, Bolton Landing is olton Landing offers a vast array of

By Katherine Clark family-friendly. Children thrive in the warm activities throughout the summer season. The Marcella Sembrich Opera Museum offers a full days and clear cool nights of this resort community enjoying lazy schedule of summer concerts, lectures and summer events, and out- days of water play and picnics. Additionally, the town recreation door concerts are offered in the park. Downtown shops offer a department has an unparalleled slate of activities this year, including hikes, kayaking, camping, picnicking, biking and golfing. plethora of shopping opportunities.

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Up Yonda Farm Up Yonda Farm offers 73 acres packed with educational and exploration opportunities for visitors and hiking with a spectacular view overlooking Lake George. Public nature programs are offered on a variety of topics are presented year-round. Natural history exhibits featuring a diorama with native mammals and birds are housed in the museum. Visitors can experience wildlife in their natural habitat as they hike the property. Up Yonda Farm is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The farm is closed for Fourth of July and Labor Day. Admission is $4 per person through June and $5 from July through August. Up Yonda Farm is located at 5239 Lake Shore Drive Bolton Landing.

For more information call (518) 644-9767 or visit the website at www.upyondafarm.com.

Veterans Park A great spot for a family day at the beach, Veteran Park is located on Route 9N. The beach has incredible views of the southern ends of the lake and has lifeguards on duty on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and visitors are free to swim from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. There is a $5 fee for parking. The park has a basketball court, docks, picnic tables, grills, playground, a volley ball net, and pavilion for public use. There is also plenty of space for lounging and small games of kick ball.

Rogers Park Rogers Memorial Park Beach is located in Bolton Landing along Route 9N in the heart of downtown Bolton Landing. This beach is open to the public from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day during the summer. Lifeguards are on duty weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no fee to swim, but visitors must pay a $5 parking fee. This park also has a tennis court, basketball court, docks, picnic table, grills and a pavilion for public use. In the months of July and August, Rogers Park hosts free movies and concerts and fireworks on the Fourth of July and Labor Day. For more information about Bolton Landing beaches, contact the Bolton Landing Chamber of Commerce at (518) 644-3831.

Boat Tours Though the area is filled with natural beauty on land, visitors to the town of Bolton can set off onto Lake George for a view of the aquatic beauty the town has to offer. There are several boat tour companies visitors can choose from. For those who would like to be picked up and brought by water taxi, the Diamond Point Boat Tours can pick up patrons in the Bolton area at most lakeside properties. The company promises to customize each of their boat tours to meet every group’s individual expectations. For more information call (518) 668-5106 or go to http://www.lakegeorgeboattours.com.

Bolton Historical Museum The Bolton Historical Museum is filled with photographs and exhibits featuring hotels and many artifacts that bring to life the tools and equipment used by early residents of the town. Displays include: boats, ice harvesting equipment, local businesses, steamboats, camping, ice boats, vintage clothing, lakeside mansions, farm implements, schools and families. The museum opened its doors in 1971. The museum, located at 4924 Main Street, is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about the museum call the Bolton Landing Chamber of Commerce at (518) 644-3831, or go to www.boltonhistorical.org.

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Lake George: Queen of American Lakes

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Driving down Main Street they see a s motorists travel by Lake George

By Katherine Clark variety of shops to buy souvenirs, beach village on Interstate 87, they are gear and ample dining opportunities. There are also many greeted with the dotted landscape of the village's opportunities for enjoying the outdoors with hiking trails shops, parks, Fort William Henry and steamships in the bay and other lake activities. of picturesque Lake George.

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Fort William Henry Fort William Henry, located off of Canada Street and in the heart of the village, is a great place for visitors to explore a landmark in early American history. The fort is famous for its role in the French and Indian War and its part in the fiction novel ‘The Last of the Mohicans” by James Fenimore Cooper.

The Fort is opened up to visitors to explore its hidden secrets, take a “Spirits of History” Ghost Tour and examine historical artifacts. The Fort William Henry is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, May through Oct. 23. Guided tours are conducted every hour on the hour with the last tour beginning at 5 p.m. General admission is $14.95, $7.95 children age 3 through 11, and $12.95 for seniors. For more information call (518) 668-5471, or go to www.fwhmuseum.com.

Cruise the Lake Lake George Village, located on beautiful Lake George, has a bay full of steam ships available for cruises to fit all time constraints and personal preferences. The Lake George Steam Boat Company has cruises that last between 1 to 4 and a half hours to accommodate travelers’ time constraints and personal preferences. Riders can take an hour ride on the Minne-Ha-Ha, a two hour ride on the Lac du Saint Sacrement, or a 2 and a half hour trip on the Mohican. The Lake George Steamboat Company is located at 57 Beach Road. For more information call 1(800) 553-BOAT or (518) 668-5777 extension 4. or go to http://www.lakegeorgesteamboat.com.

Shepard Park On Canada Street of the village, there are many shops, restaurants and sites to see. In Shepherd's Park, it is no different. The park has an outdoor stage offering free live performances throughout the summer. In the heart of the village, behind the fountain and the outdoor stage, you will find a beautiful beach. It is free to use the beach. Located on Canada Street in Lake George, Shepard's Park beach has restrooms and is centrally located near all the village restaurants and shopping. Starting off the summer concert series at Shepherds Park on July 4 is Groove Therapy.

Saddle Up! At Saddle Up Stables riders can experience beautiful scenic trails overlooking Lake George from the top of the mountain and from an assortment of trails. For trail rides, riders must be over 6 years of age and must be taller than 48 inches. For younger and smaller riders, there are hand led pony and horse rides available so everyone can join in the fun. The stables are located at located at3513 Lake Shore Drive, and are open daily throughout the summer from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation call (518) 668-4801, or go to www.ridingstables.com.

Prospect Mountain For those on the ground who want a panoramic view of the town, the fort and the bay, Prospect Mountain offers visitors a scenic drive or hike with expansive views at the top. From the top visitors can see the remains of an old hotel and the old funicular railway tracks that used to bring hotel guests up the mountain. The outstanding views from the summit are also accessible via the toll highway. The mountain is open Memorial Day to Columbus Day, or year-round by hike. For those who wish to drive the road is 5.88 miles long, and begins at Route 9, ending at the peak of the mountain. For more information on traveling Prospect Mountain go to www.lakegeorge.com/hiking.

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Kick back and relax in Warrensburg

incredible variety of activities and opportuniThose looking to relax on the shore of an

By John Gereau ties from shopping to outdoor pursuits.

Adirondack beach, kick back on the front porch Combine that with golfing opportunities at of an historic bed and breakfast or enjoy fine dining as the Hudson and Schroon Rivers roll by should look no nearby Cronin’s Golf Resort and more than a half-dozen campgrounds and you have every recreational and convenience further than the quaint resort town of Warrensburg.

Ideally located as the gateway community on the southern tip amenity imaginable.

For more information, visit http://townofwarrensburg.org of the expansive Adirondack Park, Warrensburg offers an

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Warrensburg Fish Hatchery The NYSDEC fish hatchery off Hudson Street/Golf Course Road is a quaint, out of the way location that is a must stop with the family while visiting Warrensburg. In operation since the early 1900s, the hatchery is open for self-guided tours and offers amenities such as a picnic area with pavilions and grills, public restrooms, a small playground for children and sports facilities and canoe access to the Hudson River. Raised here are brook and rainbow trout, as well as atlantic salmon. The facility is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Floyd Bennett Memorial Bandstand The Floyd Bennett Memorial Bandstand, named after the world-famous aviator and Warrensburg native Floyd Bennett, received a makeover not long ago. Floyd Bennett flew Richard Byrd on the duo’s historic attempt to reach the north pole in 1926. Whether they actually reached their destination may have been questioned later, but they captured the nation’s attention for their flight. The bandstand was erected in his honor in 1929, and the image of the bandstand since has been used as the logo representing Warrensburg to the world.

Warrensburg Museum of Local History Visitors can explore the town’s storied heritage by visiting the Warrensburgh Museum of Local History which has enjoyed rave reviews since it reopened in 2009. The museum offers extensive exhibits, which detail day-to-day work and recreation in Warrensburg’s bygone days. The museum has an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, postcards, clothing, and household goods that portray life in the late 1800s and other eras. Located in the V.F.W. building at 3754 Main St., the museum is open 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, plus 7 to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month.

Morry Stein Park & Beach at Echo Lake The public Morry Stein Park and Beach at Echo Lake offers a pristine beach and swimming staffed by town lifeguards during the summer, a pavilion, picnic tables, play ground equipment, and basketball net. The town park is named for Morry Stein, a leader of the American Camping Association and longtime owner of Echo Lake Camp in Warrensburg. Reservations for use of the pavilion are made through the town office. The park is open until 8 pm daily.

Absolutely no swimming is allowed when there is no lifeguard on duty.

The Frederick H. Flynn Memorial Park This park recently completed is dedicated to the memory of Frederick Flynn who gave his life in service to his country. Located along the peaceful Schroon River just above the Route 418 bridge on River St. and across the river from the Hudson Headwaters Health Network facility or George Henry's, this beautiful park is a wonderful location for a picnic or to take a "time out" from a hectic day, and to be remember the 27 members of the Warrensburg community who have lost their lives in the conflict of war.

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The Hyde Collection, the Crandall Public hile many know Glens Falls

By Keith Lobdell Library and Folklife Center, the World now-a-days as the home of Awareness Children’s Museum, Historial Museum and Sacramento Kings guard, BYU and Glens Falls Wood Theatre will feature events throughout the summer.

High standout Jimmer Fredette, the city is also home to For more information on Glens Falls events and activities, many artistic programs, including professional theaters and visit the website www.adirondackchamber.org. production companies.

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Charles R. Wood Theatre The Charles R. Wood Theatre is the home of the Adirondack Theatre Festival, which will feature several performances over the summer months, including Next to Normal, Woody Sez: The Life and Music of Woody Guthrie, and a play reading of filming O’Keefe. The (ATF) is a professional, not-for-profit summer theatre that, “strives to challenge, entertain, and nourish its audience through the development and production of new and contemporary musicals and plays.” For more information, contact the ATF at 874-0800 or visit the website www.atfestival.org.

The Chapman Historical Museum The Chapman Historical Museum, located in downtown Glens Falls, is the restored Victorian home of the DeLong family and features 19th century Adirondack photographs of Seneca Ray Stoddard, exhibits about the history of the Glens Falls area, a research archive and gift shop. Exhibits include Stoddard’s Natural Views, The DeLong House and Early Queensbury Photos. The museum is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and from noon until 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 7932831 or visit the website chapmanmuseum.org.

Crandall Public Library The Crandall Public Library in Glens Falls is also home to the Center for Folklife, History & Cultural Programs. The Folklife Center is an award-winning program created in 1993 to research and present the cultural traditions of the upper Hudson valley and southern Adirondacks through research, documentation, special collections, public programs, gallery and educational services. The Folklife Gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as other times that the library is open. The Albert W. Fowler Research Center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until noon and 1 to 4 p.m. (Tuesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. as well). For more information, call 792-6508.

The Hyde Collection The Hyde Collection Art Museum, Historic House and Gardens was founded by Louis and Charlotte Hyde and offers, “a world-class group of works that span almost 6,000 of art history from antiquity to the present… acquired during a 50 year period of avid and highly informed collecting. ” The museum is open 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 7921761 or visit the website www.hydecollection.org.

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Fort Ann full of history and wonder

a stopover on what was known as the teeped in history of national signifiBy Thom Randall “Warpath of the Nation.” cance, Fort Ann is a quaint commuIn the era of our nation’s founding, Fort Ann served as the nity that is now primarily a rural farming town with encampment site for many war parties, and it was the scene a hard-working population.

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See From colonial fort to pastoral day trip destination In 1777, Fort Ann was the site of a critical Revolutionary War conflict, the Battle of Fort Anne, during which the nation’s “Stars and Stripes” were flown for the first time during combat. It’s also considered the site of a series of battles that are regarded as turning the tide in favor of American revolutionaries as they fought the British forces for independence.

vital rural state highway, state Rte. 4, that links rural eastern New York towns.

The east-west roadway state Rte. 149, which intersects Rte. 4 at the center of Fort Ann village, serves as the main route for vacationers and commercial haulers — from Albany, New York City and beyond — to get to destinations in Southern Vermont.

In the last century, Fort Ann is just as prominent for its position — not for military reasons — but for commerce and tourism.

Today, the warpath has morphed into a

While during modern times Fort Ann is renowned primarily for its championship high school ball teams, it also provides opportunities for a pleasant day trips.

Fort Ann Antiques For those who seek to own a piece of history, Fort Anne Antiques is a prime destination in Washington County, known for its array of artifacts from bygone eras. Fort Anne Antiques offers a diverse selection of antiques and collectibles, whether it’s clothing, postcards, glassware, pottery, shutters or doors, tools, artwork and prints.

From sap buckets to fur coats, browsers can find items that intrigue them. The store also hosts a sampling of local handicrafts and imported gifts. Located at the corner of state routes 4 and 149, it’s open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day but Tuesday. Note that Towpath Antiques is located directly across Rte 4. Housed in a Greek Revival building that once was a grocery store and a post office, the enterprise now has a good selection of rare books and collectibles.

Fort Ann Walking Tour Today, Fort Ann village offers visitors unmatched opportunities for delving into our nation’s early history — particularly for tourists who are self-directed.

Fort Ann village has a remarkable number of homes and commercial buildings that serve as landmarks from that formative era. A walking tour of the village is an ideal way to experience the Revolutionary War years. The Fort Ann Historical Society has published a brochure detailing the 32-stop tour, and it’s available at local enterprises.

Whether it’s the site of a water well

commissioned by Queen Anne of England before the Revolutionary War or the original Mahogany Bar in Mernie’s Pub — one of only two taverns/package stores in New York State — the tour offers a first-hand, unvarnished glimpse into American history.

Pictured is the Glens Falls National Bank’s fort Ann Branch, which is housed in a painstakingly-crafted replica, built in 1973, of a Revolutionary War blockhouse that once stood on the site.

There’s no other bank branch like this in the nation.

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Kids Adventure Course - Bolton Landing For children age 7 - 11 the kids course offers a chance to learn about climbing skills on a lower impact course designed for beginners. The course is also based on height and is ideal for kids who are 4 foot 7 inches and taller. The children’s course is slightly lower to the ground and is designed to teach kids how to safely climb and maneuver through the suspended course. Course Manager, Jason Pitsas, said the children’s course is designed to encourage the climbers to work their way to a half course. Participation can be a great bonding experience for families to come together and work to complete higher level courses. For visitors, it can be a great opportunity to do something that kids might not be able to do anywhere else. The cost is $25 for children’s course, $35 for the junior course, and $45 for the adult course. For information about the Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course call (518) 494-7200 or visit www.adirondackextreme.com.

Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom The Great Escape and Splash Water Kingdom, A Six Flag Theme Park, is located at 1172 State Route 9, in Queensbury. With over 50 rides and attractions including 32 water rides that range from “Mild” to “Max” on a thrill rating there is sure to be a ride for every member of the family.

The coaster park, Looney Tunes Town, Wild West Town and the full water park are sure to have something for all thrill and fun seekers. Looney Tunes Characters are available throughout the day for kids to meet their favorite characters and get a souvenir picture taken. Enchanted Forest Water Safari is available for great family amusement! It is also New Yorks largest water park. The park’s general admission is $49.99 or $39.99 for kids, children 2 years and younger are free. For more information call (518) 792-3500 or visit their website at www.sixflags.com/greatEscape.

Magic Forest — Lake George The Magic Forest Amusement Park is an ideal place to bring smaller children — the amusement park was made especially for the kids under the age of 10 and their families. A family fun park in the Adirondacks, the park features 23 amusement rides, including the Safari Ride and train ride, live animal performances, magic shows and the ever-popular "Lightning the Diving Horse" who performs twice a day weather permitting. Visitors are greeted with a large 38-foot-tall Uncle Sam standing over the parking lot as well as a large Santa Clause, large deer statues, and other friendly icons. The Magic Forest, located at US Route 9, Lake George, is open seven days a week from 9:30 to 5 p.m. For more information call the Enchanted Forest at (518) 668-2448.

Water Slide World — Lake George Lake George’s only water park, Water Slide World, offers 11 rides for the family to stay cool on hot summer days and have fun. Open through labor day, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. the park offers a variety of water rides for everyone. It also offers both food and picnic tables available on site. Water Slide World rides include: Hurricane Harbor Wave Pool, 2 Tasmanian Twister Slides, Blue Bomber Slide, 2 Lava Flow Mountain Slides, Blue Tornado Slide, 2 Calypso Cascade Slides, Fantasy Island Activity Pool with Water Volleyball, 2 Caribbean Cannonball Slides, Amazon Adventure River Ride, 2 Pirates' Plunge Slides, and Sand Volleyball. Visitors can bring a towel and picnic basket and enjoy the day at the park. Water Slide World is a family-owned, family-friendly park and has free life jackets available. For more information about the attractions at Water Slide World call (518) 668-4407 or visit their website at www.waterslideworld.net.

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North Creek: Train, arts, the great outdoors From cultural attractions and Main Street he Warren County hamlet of North

By Andy Flynn shopping to outdoor recreation and fine Creek grew into a resort town after dining, North Creek is re-establishing itself as one of the prethe Adirondack Railroad was built here from mier resort villages of the Adirondack Park.

Saratoga Springs in 1871 by Dr. Thomas C. Durant. And now, thanks to the Saratoga & North Creek Railway, it is Learn more from the Gore Mountain Region Chamber of witnessing resurgence of train travelers.

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See North Creek Train Station The North Creek train station — home to the North Creek Depot Museum and the Saratoga and North Creek Railway — was built in 1874 and is listed on the state and national registers of historic places. Learn about the community’s history at the North Creek Depot Museum.

Call (518) 251-5842 or visit online at www.northcreekdepotmuseum.com. Take a trip on the Saratoga and North Creek Railway with on-time service at nine stations. The full length dome cars are equipped with kitchens allowing for exceptional on-board dining prepared fresh to order. Call (877) 726-7245 or visit online at www.sncrr.com.

Johnsburg Historical Society The Johnsburg Historical Society is located at the Wevertown Community Center, State Route 28 on the second floor of the former Odd Fellows Hall. There is a collection of artifacts, photographs, textiles, books and more. Learn about the history of this town in a historic building.

Founded in 1805, Johnsburg is the largest town in Warren County. It was first settled by immigrants from England, Scotland, Ireland and New England. Industry over the years included logging, agriculture, mining and tourism. Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays or by appointment. The Society meets at 11 a.m. the first Monday of the month. Call (518) 251-5788.

Tannery Pond Community Center Dedicated in 2002, the Tannery Pond Community Center on Main Street in North Creek features musical and theatrical performances and is home of the Gore Mountain Region Chamber of Commerce and the Widlund Gallery. The building serves the community by providing educational, cultural, recreational and social opportunities for people of all ages. In the summer, the Community Center hosts Art and Nature Camp for ages 4 to 18. Register by calling Kate Hartley at (518) 251-5253. The Tannery Pond Community Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and on Sun. when the flag is out. Learn more online at www.tpcca.org.

Gore Mountain Ski Center The Gore Mountain Ski Center offers a variety of activities for families in the summer, including hiking and mountain biking trails, gondola rides, a climbing wall and disc golf. On the Northwoods Gondola Skyrides, visitors can enjoy amazing views of the Adirondacks. The gondola is open noon to 3:30 p.m. daily from July 7 to Sept. 2 and Saturday-Sunday from Sept. 8 to Oct. 7. Gore Mountain’s other attractions and facilities, including the Base Lodge & Open Pit Grille, will be open noon to 5 p.m. Gore Mountain is located at 793 Peaceful Valley Road in North Creek. Call (518) 251-2411 or visit online at www.goremountain.com.

Barton Garnet Mine Tours The Barton family welcomes you to the Barton Garnet Mine Tours in North River. The attraction is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. from June 25 to Labor Day; and 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. after Labor Day to Oct. 7. Tours leave on the hour, so visitors can turn around and go back into the mine with a tour guide.

Tours start at the Gore Mountain Mineral Shop. In their own cars, people follow a tour guide to the site of the garnet mines. The Barton Garnet Mine Tour is located on the Barton Mines Road in North River. Call (518) 251-2706 or visit online at www.garnetminetours.com.

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By Andy Flynn the Adirondack Interpretive Center or simoffer visitors a chance to enjoy the ply relax on the beach.

Adirondack Park in the great outdoors, learning For more information, contact the town of Minerva at (518) about the natural and human history of this region and tak251-2869 or www.townofminerva.us or the town of Newcomb ing part in a variety of recreational activities in the woods at (518) 582-3211 or www.newcombny.com. and on the water. Hike to a Great Camp or historic fire

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Adirondack Interpretive Center The Adirondack Interpretive Center (AIC) is located on State Route 28N in the town of Newcomb. Managed by the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, the AIC offers public programs, events, speaker series, courses and other activities throughout the year to the public and school groups. AIC programs provide people with opportunities to learn directly from ESF faculty and staff members and guest experts. More than 3 miles of trails are open year-round, dawn until dusk. The building is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday-Saturday year-round. Call (518) 582-2000 or visit www.esf.edu/aic.

Town beaches and Minerva campground The Town of Newcomb also operates a beach and boat launch on the shore of Lake Harris. The beach is complete with change houses, picnic tables, an open pavilion, an exercise trail and a basketball court. Lifeguards are on duty. Minerva features a town-operated campsite on Minerva Lake. There are tennis and basketball courts, a playground, a concession stand, restroom facilities, a public boat launch, as well as Donnelly Beach. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Water access is available in several locations. Donnelly Beach is open July-Labor Day with lifeguards on duty. For reservations, call (518) 251-2869.

Goodnow Mountain fire tower Goodnow Mountain is a relatively small Adirondack peak, only 2,685 feet tall. But at its summit is a 60-foot fire tower that provides some of the best views in the Adirondacks for the least amount of effort. It’s enclosed, affording welcome protection from wind and rain for damp hikers. The well-marked 2-mile trail is not for the frail or lazy, but a reasonably fit person can go up and down in about two hours. Goodnow is part of the 15,000-acre Huntington Wildlife Forest maintained by SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. The College and town maintain the trail and tower. The trail has solid boardwalks and bridges across streams.

Minerva Historical Society The Minerva Historical Society, formed in 1955, is a non-profit, educational organization, formed to promote public interest in Minerva and Irishtown area history and folklore. The museum is located in the Old Methodist church in Olmstedville and has two permanent exhibits: The Tree of Life Mural with charts and files for researching ancestry of the original settlers of the Minerva and Irishtown area and a complete set of prints of artist Winslow Homers' original oils and water colors done in the Minerva area. Open July 4 to Labor Day, Tuesday thru Sunday, 2-4 p.m. and is wheelchair accessible. Learn more online at www.irishtown.org.

Great Camp Santanoni The 12,500-acre Santanoni Preserve is home to the Santanoni Lodge, built 1892-93 and owned at that time by Robert C. Pruyn, a prominent Albany banker and businessman. Great Camp Santanoni, now owned by New York state and incorporated into the State Forest Preserve, is open to the public. Santanoni is located on route 28N between the Town Hall and Aunt Polly's Bed and Breakfast. In the summer, visitors can walk, bike or ride horses 4.7 miles into the camp or take advantage of wagon rides, which run from early May through November. Contact Dave O'Donnell for more information at (518) 582-2360.

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Adirondack culture in Indian Lake

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By Andy Flynn Antiques Weekend, Adirondack Museum’s hamlets of Indian Lake and Blue Rustic Fair and Great Adirondack Moose Festival.

Mountain Lake and is widely known for its cultural Learn more by contacting the Indian Lake Chamber of centers, wildlife watching, museums and wide variety of outdoor recreational activities, including golf, boating, fishCommerce at (518) 648-5112 or online at www.indianing, whitewater rafting, hiking and camping. lake.com.

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Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Adirondack Museum The Adirondack Museum, accredited by the American Association of Museums, offers 65,000 square feet of exciting exhibitions housed in 22 modern and historic buildings. Visitors can explore how people have lived, worked, traveled, and played in the Adirondacks from the 19th century up to today. The Adirondack Museum is located on Routes 28/30 in Blue Mountain Lake and is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 14. The museum will close at 3 p.m. on Aug. 10 and Sept. 7 for special event preparations. For more information, call (518) 352-7311 or visit online at www.adirondackmuseum.org.

Hiking and Rafting A number of companies start their rafting trips down the Hudson River in the town of Indian Lake, as the Hudson is accessed via the Indian River. That’s why many call Indian Lake the whitewater rafting capital of the Adirondacks. Find rafting companies on the Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce website. There are many hiking trails here, but the 122-mile NorthvillePlacid Trail travels directly through the town. Trailheads are on state Route 30, at the Lake Durant State Campground and the Limekiln Lake-Cedar River Road. Learn more about the trail at www.northvilleplacid.com. A trail guide is published by the Adirondack Mountain Club.

Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts is a multi-disciplinary arts center serving over 2,000 square miles of the Adirondack Park. The Arts Center, located on Route 28 in downtown Blue Mountain Lake, provides service to the non-profit field as a presenter, producer and educator in the artistic disciplines of visual arts, theater, music, dance, and film throughout the Adirondack region. Since opening in 1967, the space has grown and changed, and the center now holds two studio workshops, five gallery spaces, a consignment shop, and a large multipurpose performance space. Call (518) 352-7715 or visit www.adirondackarts.org.

Indian Lake Theater Indian Lake’s 250-seat historic Main Street theater is once again a vibrant part of this community, offering a variety of special events, concerts and movies. The 1938 structure has shown films for seven decades, a favorite rainy-day activity for visitors and popular gathering place for teens. It closed in 2006, yet a concerned group of citizens launched a grassroots effort in December 2007 to buy the structure and restore it, which they did the following spring. The group reopened the theater with a grand opening Memorial Day weekend of 2008. For more information, call (518) 648-5950 or visit online at www.indianlaketheater.org.

Town of Indian Lake Museum Learn all about the town of Indian Lake and its rich history as a center for lumbering operations and hospitality in the Adirondack Park. See the collection of Indian Lake history and memorabilia. The museum is open 1-3 p.m. Thursday to Sunday from June 1 to Oct. 15. The museum is located at the corner of Crow Hill Road and Main Street in the hamlet of Indian Lake. For more information, call Indian Lake and Hamilton County Historian Bill Zullo at (518) 648-5377.

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lodging, hiking, paddling, camping, boathe town of Long Lake, in the heart

By Andy Flynn ing, fishing and just plain relaxing. And the of the Adirondack Park, includes town’s many summer events offer something for the entire the two historic hamlets of Long Lake and Raquette Lake. family. Learn more from the Town of Long Lake Department As a base camp for day trips or backcountry adventures, of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at (518) 624-3077 or online Long Lake offers lake cabin rentals, lake cottages, authentic at www.mylonglake.com.

Where to Go •What to Do •What to See Town beach, seaplane rides Long Lake offers one of the most scenic town beaches in the Adirondacks. Located on Long Lake across State Route 30, the view from the shore looks north towards the Seward Range. It features a sandy beach, gazebo, garden and rest rooms. The floating dock boasts a mini trampoline, rope swings and a slide. Red Cross-certified lifeguards are on duty from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily and later for the Fourth of July and other special events. Helms Aero Service, located next to the Town Beach, offer scenic flights seven days a week from May through October.

Rides last about 20 minutes and travel 25 to 30 miles. Call (518) 624-3931.

The Buttercup steamboat On Sept. 12, 1959, the long-last steamboat Buttercup was found on the bottom of Long Lake by amateur scuba divers. The Buttercup was the first steamboat on Long Lake. It was scuttled by guides in 1885 because it was taking away their business of rowing visitors and sportsmen through the lakes in their guideboats. The Buttercup was part of a grand scheme put forward

by Thomas C. Durant and his son, William West Durant to provide a continuous comfortable transportation route from Raquette Lake to Saranac Lake by railroad car and steamboat. The Buttercup is on display behind the town offices on State Route 30.

Buttermilk Falls One of the most scenic picnic and swimming spots in the Adirondack Park is Buttermilk Falls near the hamlet of Long Lake. Enjoy the cascades of the Raquette River as it makes its way toward Long Lake. The trailhead for the falls is on the right side of the North Point Road, 2.1 miles from Route 28N/30. There is a small sign marking the entrance at a parking area. It is a short 0.3-mile walk to the falls.

Raquette Lake Navigation Company The Raquette Lake Navigation Company offers scenic and dining tours of Raquette Lake on the W.W. Durant. Family owned since 1991, the company offers cruising tours from Memorial Day weekend through October. Cruise past many of the Great Camps built by William West Durant and other entrepreneurs who later sold to such luminaries as Collis P. Huntington, Gov. Phineas Lounsbury of Connecticut, the Robert Collier publishing family and the Carnegie family. Captain Dean Pohl’s narration helps bring the history of the Gilded Age alive. He built the W.W. Durant in 1990-91. Call (315) 354-5532 or visit www.raquettelakenavigation.com.

Great Camp Sagamore Great Camp Sagamore — including 27 authentic National Historic Landmark designated buildings — was the wilderness estate of the Vanderbilt family from 1901 to 1954. The property is open to the public for accommodations and tours from Memorial Day until midOctober. William West Durant built Great Camp Sagamore from 1895 to 1897 and lived in the main building from 1897 to 1901, when he sold the property to Alfred G. Vanderbilt. Great Camp Sagamore is located on the Sagamore Road near the hamlet of Raquette Lake. For more information, call (315) 354-5311 or visit online at www.greatcampsagamore.org.

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The 122-mile Northville-Placid Trail passes through what many consider the wildest and most remote parts of the Adirondack Park, notably the high plateau that encompasses the Spruce, West Canada, and Cedar lakes area, along with that of the Cold River. The trail is not entirely in wilderness, though: it also passes through the settlement of Piseco, and comes close to the hamlet of Blue Mountain Lake and the village of Long Lake.

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Special Event Highlights Farmers’ Markets Monday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 25 - Sept. 3, Schroon Lake, Town Hall parking lot; Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 20 - Oct. 10, Chestertown, Chester Town Hall; Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 27 - Oct. 10, Port Henry, Boni's Bistro parking lot, Main Street; Thursday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., June 28 Sept. 6, Long Lake, corner of Routes 28N/30 and South Hill Road across from the post office; Thursday, 3-6 p.m., June 14 - Oct. 4, North Creek, Riverfront Park next to train

station; Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 22 - Oct. 12, Bolton Landing, Blessed Sacrament Church parking lot; Friday, 3-6 p.m., May 25 - Oct. 26, Warrensburg, Warrensburgh Riverfront, River Street near Curtis Lumber; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., June 9 - Sept. 8, Diamond Point, Community Church; and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 30 - Oct. 13, Ticonderoga, corner of Montcalm and 9N, SW of Moses Circle. Learn more online at adirondackharvest.org.

Independence Day celebrations There are a number of Independence Day celebrations in the region spanning the week of July 4, which falls on a Wednesday in 2012. Therefore, many towns hold their festivities on different days. Ticonderoga’s Best Fourth in the North celebration is being held July 1-4.

In Thurman, fireworks will follow the Concert in the Park on July 2 at Memorial Field in Athol. The Fourth of July celebration in the town of Hague is

on July 3. The Independence Day celebration is on July 4 in the towns of Schroon Lake, Bolton Landing, Long Lake and Lake George. The town of Johnsburg will hold its Fourth of July festivities July 7 at the Ski Bowl Park in North Creek. The town of Indian Lake will hold its Fourth of July celebration on July 7, as will the town of Chester with its Summer Fest at the Chester Municipal Center in Chestertown.

Summer Concerts There are a number of concerts held regularly in the southern Adirondack region in the summer. The Bolton Recreation Department offers free concerts in Rogers Park at 7:15 p.m.

Tuesdays. The Seagle Music Colony in Schroon Lake offers concerts and musical productions in the summer. The Music by the River series at Riverfront Park in North Creek will be Saturdays July 14-Aug. 25. Thurman Concerts in

the Park are 7 p.m. Mondays at Memorial Field. Summer Big Nights Music will be at 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Jack Wyrtzen Center, Word of Life, in Pottersville. The Friday Night Concerts in the Park are at 6:30 p.m. at the Town of Moriah bandstand. The Fridays at the Lake concerts are at 7 p.m. in Shepard Park, Lake George. Sunset Concerts are held 7 p.m. July 12 and Aug. 2 at Dynamite Hill in Chestertown.

North Creek Third Thursday Art Walks The Third Thursday Art Walks in North Creek run from May to September with an assortment of artists holding receptions from 5 to 7 p.m. at businesses throughout the community. Stroll through the many shops along Main Street to see art shows and meet some local artists. The remaining 2012 dates are July 19, Aug. 16 and Sept. 20.

Combining the classic car show, farmers market and Art Walks on Thursdays

fills this community with activity in the summer. The organizers’ goal is to make the Art Walks as diverse as possible, with artists of many disciplines showing their work throughout the season, including photographers, musicians, painters, sculptors, potters, fiber artists and furniture makers. Look for the red felt “balloons” in front of participating businesses. Visit the North Creek Art Walk Facebook page or call 251-5732.

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The Champlain Bridge: welcome back!

Re-birth of a bridge undreds of people lined up to cross the new $76 million Lake Champlain Bridge Monday, Nov. 7, 2011 — bicyclists, walkers, runners and, finally, the motorists.

It had been more than two years since the 1929 bridge closed here on Oct. 16, 2009.

Commuters and visitors had to take a free ferry to get between Crown Point, N.Y. and Addison, Vt. when the service opened on Feb. 1, 2010.

The loss of the old bridge was described multiple times as “an inconvenience.”

While politicians lamented the old bridge — remembered well by more than a dozen ’29ers who had been at the original Aug. 26, 1929 bridge opening — Nov. 7, 2011 was the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Lake Champlain.

Between Oct. 16, 2009 and Feb. 1, 2010, people had to drive around the old bridge site to get to the other side, a commute of more than 100 miles for work, hospital visits, vacations, etc.

While the absence of a bridge was a barrier, the presence of a bridge is being seen as a step toward normalcy.

The new Network Tied Arch Bridge is a steel structure with an arch along the center span. It was designed by Ted Zoli and built by Flatiron Construction. The bridge’s design makes it safer than the previous structure and will ensure at least a 75-year service life. Key bridge components are designed to be easily replaceable to reduce maintenance costs. Travel lanes are 11 feet wide, with 5-foot shoulders that will help accommodate larger trucks and farm vehicles, as well as provide ample room for bicyclists. Sidewalks are featured on both sides of the bridge.

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Welcome back party oth sides of the Lake Champlain Bridge were lined as classic cars, bands and floats officially welcomed back the crossing between two states, more than six months after the bridge opened to the public on Nov. 7, 2011.

The Lake Champlain Bridge Celebration was held over the May 19-20 weekend with two days of car shows, parades, food, tents and fireworks. It attracted a crowd of more than 1,000 people, far less than the 10,000 Celebration organizers had anticipated, but a sizeable crowd nonetheless.

Festivities opened May 19 with a ceremony where dignitaries from both sides of Lake Champlain again expressed their joy over the new structure.

“This is a standing monument to a can-do culture,” Crown Point Supervisor Charles

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Harrington said. “Having gone without a bridge, we have a new appreciation and respect for those leaders who were able to redefine the term, ‘fast track.’”

“We are hopeful that this will become a destination place for people to come and explore our history,” Jeffrey Kauffman of the Addison County Select Board said.

The ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including New York state Assemblywoman Teresa Sayward and Sen. Betty Little. They, along with their counterparts from Vermont, gave special awards to the cochairs of the Lake Champlain Bridge Coalition, Karen Hennessey of Crown Point and Lorraine Franklin of West Addison.

“Our voices would not have been heard if it were not for everyone who joined with us,” Franklin said. “I cannot thank this community enough.”

Also on hand for the ceremonies was bridge designer Ted Zoli, a Schroon Lake native who spent his summers at nearby Camp Dudley.

“Bridges are works that take many, many people and are for the use of many, many people,” Zoli said. “This has been the most remarkable project that I have ever been involved with from the standpoint of the amount community participation that was involved. This is the most energized community and region I have ever been involved with by a factor of 10, and it is in no small way that this structure is a result of that involvement.”

Zoli said that he had enjoyed his part in creating a new span between the two states.

“It has been our honor and pleasure to work on this project,” Zoli said.

The Lake Champlain Bridge parade was held at 11 a.m., as those who were at the original 1929 bridge opening were featured, riding in classic automobiles and referred to as the ’29ers.

Celebrations continued throughout the day and into May 20, and were capped by a fireworks show.

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Special Event Highlights Warrensburg Summer Festival - July 14-15 The 29th Annual Warrensburg Summer Festival — sponsored by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce — will take place Saturday and Sunday, July 14-15. Residents and visitors will enjoy local and regional crafts, artists and artisans, games, family activities, entertainment and food on Main Street in Warrensburg. Surrounded by many acres of state-owned forested land, Warrensburg is ideal for those interest-

ed in hiking, backpacking, trailer and tent camping, biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and rafting. The town has tennis courts, ball fields, and a sandy and secluded beach available for use by the public. Warrensburg also boasts in its immediate vicinity golf courses and dude ranches. Call the Chamber of Commerce at (518) 6232161 or visit online at www.warrensburgchamber.com.

Last of the Mohicans Outdoor Drama - July 27-Aug. 18 Now it its third season, this theatrical production is a brand new, live adaptation based on the timeless novel — “Last of the Mohicans” — by famed New York author James Fenimore Cooper. All performances start at 8 p.m. (plus additional matinee at 2 p.m. on Aug. 4 only) and will be held on the grounds of the Wild West Ranch located off Exit 21 off Interstate I-87. Shows are about two hours with a 20-minute

intermission. Address: 5 Mill Road, Lake George. The Last of the Mohicans Outdoor Drama, Inc. is a non profit corporation with a mission to promote the arts, historical education and to foster economic development of the Lake George region through outdoor drama and presentations celebrating local history and heritage" Phone: (518) 6811574. Web: lastofthemohicansoutdoordrama.org.

Ticonderoga Living History - July - September Experience the story of how the blood spilled to create an empire in the French & Indian War which resulted in the struggle for America’s independence a generation later. The Battle of Carillon Living History event is July 7-8. See French soldiers drilling, training and living on the frontier between New France and New York. See how these soldiers lived on the eve of the epic Battle of Carillon on July 8, 1758. The 1759 British Living History event is Aug. 4-5.

See life in the British Army fighting on the frontier for both British regulars and American provincial soldiers. The Living History Weekend — Onward to Canada: Reinforcements Head North to Join the Attack on St. John — is Sept. 12. See the soldiers of Colonel Warner's Regiment of the Green Mountain Boys as they prepare themselves materially and physically to join the Continental Army's new Northern Department in its invasion of Canada.

Glens Falls Balloon Festivals - July and September Glens Falls is well known for its hot air balloon festivals. The Sunkiss Balloon Festival will be held July 6-8 at Crandall Park in downtown Glens Falls and Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury. Enjoy hot air balloon tethered rides, face painting, Zumba, hoop dancing lessons, sunrise yoga, bellydance lessons and children’s activities.

Also, meet and greet the pilots. The Adirondack Balloon Festival will be

held Sept. 20-23 at Crandall Park in downtown Glens Falls and Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury. The four-day free event is the oldest and largest balloon event on the East Coast set against the backdrop of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains.

In addition to the more than 100 balloons, there is music, a craft fair, exhibits and children’s activities. Web: adirondackballoonfest.org.

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Special Event Highlights Horicon Day - Aug. 4 Horicon Day will be held from 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Horicon Community Center on Route 8 in Brant Lake. The event will feature crafts, food, games for children, and live music all day long. There will be a farm stand, maple syrup products, wood crafts, quilts, milfoil education, a bouncy house, an obstacle course, pie-eating and greased watermelon contests and face painting.

The day will end with fireworks. Horicon Day is free and open to the public. All are encouraged to attend. The Horicon Library, located at the Horicon Community Center, will also hold a book sale on this day. The event is sponsored by the Town of Horicon Historical Society and the North Warren Chamber of Commerce. In case of rain, the event will be held Aug. 5. Call (518) 494-2722 or visit www.northwarren.com.

Champ Day/Johnny Podres Day - Aug. 4 Sponsored by the Moriah Chamber of Commerce, the annual Champ Day will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4. It will feature sidewalk sales, street vendors, entertainment, childrens’ games, pony rides and a “Champ Hunt.” An extensive collection of hometown baseball hero Johnny Podres memorabilia will be on display at the Lee House on Main Street.

The alleged Lake Champlain creature, “Champ,” has been seen near Port Henry

for hundreds of years. Crypto-zoologists think the creature may be a plesiosaur, a large under water reptile not seen since prehistoric times. French explorer Samuel de Champlain sighted “Champ” in July 1609. A “Champ” sightings board at the southern entrance to Port Henry on Route 9N lists the names of people who have seen the lake monster. Learn more about Champ Day at www.porthenrymoriah.com.

Adirondack authors events - July 14 and Aug. 14 Abanakee Studios on State Route 28 in Indian Lake will host its first Adirondack Authors Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 14. Authors will include Diane Chase, Andy Flynn, Dr. Richard Frost, Larry Gooley, Kathleen Larkin, David Pitkin, Marty Podskoch, Michael Ringer, Mason Smith, Sandra Weber, Bibi Wein and Donald Wharton.

Call (518) 648-5013 or visit www.abanakeestudios.com.

Hoss’s Country Corner in Long Lake hosts the Adirondack Authors Night on the second Tuesday of August every year from 7 to 9 p.m.. Buy books and music from more than 50 authors, photographers and musicians from around the Adirondack Park under the big, red and white tent. Brant Lake photographer Carl Heilman II, at left, is a frequent guest. Phone: (800) 952-4677. Web: hossscountrycorner.com.

Upper Hudson Bluegrass Festival - Aug. 17-19 Enjoy a dozen or so bluegrass bands during this three-day festival. The Ski Bowl Park venue features a pavilion, restrooms, space for parking up to 200 motor homes (no hookups), ample auto parking and fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. Weekend parking for motor homes and campers is complimentary with the purchase of weekend tickets. Potable water is available at the arrival site. Parking sites are avail-

able starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday on a first come first served basis. The artist lineup includes the Atkinson Family, Audie Blaylock & Redline, Cedar Ridge, Dave Nichols & Spare Change, Gold Wing Express, HoneyGrass, the James King Band, the No One You Know Band, Remington Ryde, Rivergrass, the Vern Young Band and Smokey Greene. Visit online at www.upperhudsonbluegrassfestival.com.

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Camp Orenda at 90 Armstrong Road in Johnsburg is an all-inclusive outdoor retreat on 40 acres of lush backcountry, rolling hills and along a pristine mountain brook.

Accommodations feature four canvas cabins fitted with camping amenities. Orenda works with each guest to develop customized itineraries based on their activity preferences and provides a variety of options including hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, yoga, rock-climbing, whitewater rafting, and fun activities for kids such as arts & crafts and basic camping skills. Guests will enjoy savory fireside meals daily, educational outdoor seminars and stargazing at night. Call (347) 287-7359 or visit www.camporenda.com.

Rancho Pines Campground at 2854 Schroon River Road in Chestertown is on the Schroon River and boasts 54 campsites. The facility boasts full hookups with 30 amps electric, clean restrooms and hot showers. There is a game room. There are fire rings at every site.

Go river tubing or take a leisurely paddle boat ride on the Schroon River from the campground’s canoe launch site. On-site recreational activities include an in-ground swimming pool, fishing, boating, river tubing on the Schroon River, horseshoes, bocce courts, a playground, a recreation hall, basketball and volleyball. Call (518) 494-3645 or visit www.ranchopines.com.

Blue Ridge Falls Campsite in North Hudson offers 40 full hookups sites, 21 with water and electricity only, 10 with water only, and five without any hookups. With 15 amp electrical receptacles, air conditioners and heaters are allowed, for a fee. Pull-a-long trailers are available for rent. Tent camping is offered. Group tent sites are available. Pets are allowed.

stand, restroom facilities, as well as Donnelly Beach. Also enjoy the two-stage playground equipment, one for tots and one for older children. A public boat launch can also be utilized for non-motorized boats. Each site offers a fire pit, picnic table, and water access is available in several locations. Call (518) 2512869 or visit www.townofminerva.us.

Facilities include: flush toilets, hot showers, sewage disposal, laundry, public phone, tables and fire rings. There is a full service store. Recreational amenities include: recreation hall/rec room, swimming pool, playground, picnic area, horseshoes, basketball, volleyball, badminton, arcade game room, pond fishing, beach area, boating, canoe rental, and hiking trails. Call (518) 532-7863.

The Tin Teepee Family Campground at 144 Bean Road in Brant Lake is located on a 125acre parcel with a 40-acre pond, miles of hiking trails and four-wheeler trails. There are 48 large full hookup campsites with 50 amp electric service, septic, water and cable. There are plenty of onsite activities throughout the week for the entire family. Facilities include an outdoor pool, boat rentals, movie nights, and board games to borrow. The campground is pet-friendly. Call (518) 494-5555 or visit www. tinteepeecampground.com.

Minerva Lake Campsites is a town-owned facility on beautiful Minerva Lake that offers scenic views, comfortable isolated sites, tennis courts, basketball courts, concession

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Pictured at right is the fire tower at the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake. The fire tower, built in 1919, was used on top of Whiteface Mountain. On May 23, 1972, the dismantled fire tower was taken off Whiteface Mountain by forest rangers and it was later re-assembled by Adirondack Museum staff in the spring of 1974. It is currently on display outside the logging building at the museum and visitors may climb to the top of the tower and enjoy the breathtaking view of Blue Mountain from the cabin.

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Special Event Highlights Lake George Music Festival - Aug. 17-23 Musicians perform daily open rehearsals and free public concerts.

Schedule: Aug. 17, 7 p.m., chamber music concert, St. James Episcopal Church.; Aug. 18, 7 p.m., chamber music concert, Caldwell Presbyterian Church; Aug. 19, 7 p.m., chamber music concert, Sacred Heart Catholic Church; Aug. 20, 7 p.m., chamber music concert, Caldwell Presbyterian Church; Aug. 21, 7 p.m., Jean Françaix 100 Year

Anniversary Concert, St. James Episcopal Church; Aug. 22, 7 p.m., chamber music concert, Caldwell Presbyterian Church; and Aug. 23, 7 p.m., Festival Symphony Orchestra Concert, Shepard Park (rain location: Sacred Heart Church). The Aug. 23 concert will be followed by a fireworks show over the lake at 9:30 p.m. Phone: (518) 791-5089. Web: lakegeorgemusicfestival.com.

Adirondack Museum Rustic Furniture Fair - Sept. 8-9 Renowned craftsman from throughout the United States will showcase and sell their one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture, furnishings, and Adirondack art at the annual Adirondack Museum Rustic Furniture Fair. Enjoy music by Intermountain Trio throughout the weekend. Beat the crowds at the early buying opportunity from 8 to 10 a.m.

Saturday ($30). The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,

Sept. 8-9 at the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake (Route28N/30).

Rustic makers show and sell their work at the Rustic Furniture Fair by invitation only. A committee composed of museum staff follows established criteria when selecting invitation recipients.

More than 50 vendors are expected.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Rustic Fair. Call (518) 352-7311 or visit www.adkmuseum.org.

Teddy Roosevelt Weekend - Sept. 8-9 The town's favorite president will be celebrated as the annual Teddy Roosevelt Weekend returns Sept. 8-9. As vice president, Roosevelt was hiking Mount Marcy when he received news that President William McKinley was dying after being shot the week prior. He then embarked on his famous night-time ride to the nearest train station, in North Creek, before heading to Buffalo to take the oath of office as the 26th president. The

local connection to the illustrious president is memorialized with a busy weekend of activities around Newcomb.

Breakfast, dinners and lunches to benefit the local school, a golf tournament and tours of local landmarks, like the ghost town of Adirondac and Great Camp Santanoni will keep the town buzzing all weekend long. A detailed schedule of events can be found under the Events heading on www.newcombny.com.

Adirondack Mountains Antiques Show - Sept. 12-16 An autumn weekend of antiques and art in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Surround yourself with an incredible selection of rustic art, camp furniture, hunting and fishing antiques, taxidermy, antlers and more — all with the backdrop of the Adirondack Mountains during its most colorful season. More than 20 vendors hail from New York, Massachusetts, ,Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut and

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Enjoy friendly North Country hospitality.

Eat great food. Get a little history lesson or kick back while tasting a fine wine.

Bring home that special find. Antiques vendors will be located throughout the town of Indian Lake. The festival — always held the third weekend of September — is co-sponsored by the Town of Indian Lake. Call (518) 648-5112 or visit www.ADKantiques.com.

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Special Event Highlights Lake George Jazz Weekend - Sept. 15-16 For 29 years, the Lake George Jazz Weekend has brought top quality jazz to this village. The festival has attracted knowledgeable jazz enthusiasts who are aware the event showcases the genre’s finest musicians and presents their artistry in an incomparable setting. Held at Shepard Park, Canada Street, in the village of Lake George (rain site is the high school), the festival will start at 1 p.m. Saturday with per-

formances by the Emilio Solla Quintet, Sachal Vasandani and the Warren Wolf Group. The Donald Harrison and Congo Square Nation end the day with a 7:30 p.m. concert. Performances start at 1 p.m. Sunday with the John Tank & the Tin Palace Reunion Band, Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra and John Benitez with Donald Harrison. Call (518) 668-2616 or visit www.lakegeorgearts.org.

Great Adirondack Moose Festival - Sept. 22-23 The Great Adirondack Moose Festival is designed to offer a purely Adirondack experience during a communitywide event, featuring a host of Adirondack style and moose-themed family fun activities. The festival will include wilderness-guided hikes, a scenic driving tour of Moose River Plains, fly-fishing casting and fly tying demonstrations, a backcountry safety program, Indian Lake Museum Open House,

Adirondack Quilt Show & Sales, souvenirs and treasures at the North Country Sidewalk Sales, crafters and vendors under the Big Moose Tent, Old Fashion Turkey Shoot and back by popular demand — the Moose Calling Contest. Moose related games, pin the antlers on the moose, count the moose scat contest are among the kids’ activities. Call (518) 648-5112 or (518) 6485636 or visit www.indian-lake.com.

Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival - Sept. 22-23 During the Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival, hundreds of runners are expected to toe the line in the half marathon, marathon and marathon relay on Sunday, Sept. 23, in Schroon Lake. The distance festival also includes 5 and 10-kilometer road races in Chestertown Saturday, Sept. 22. More than 1,000 runners are expected for the two-day event. The marathon, 26 miles, 385 yards, will start at 9 a.m. Sunday on

Main Street in Schroon Lake. The single loop course circumnavigates Schroon Lake over challenging forest roads with lakeside views until it finishes back at the Schroon Lake town beach. People who wish to walk the marathon course can get started at 7 a.m. The course will remain open until 3 p.m. Call the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce at (518) 532-7675 or visit www.adirondackmarathon.org.

World’s Largest Garage Sale - Sept. 29-30 At the Warrensburg Worlds Largest Garage Sale, people will find everything — from antiques, hard-to-find items, old toys, new toys, hats, hardware, vintage clothing, handmade crafts, dollar items and just about anything they can imagine. The main street has the most vendors from all over the country, usually selling antiques and clearing out their inventory of products with very good buys. Side streets are individual

garage sales, the kind antique dealers love to find as treasures are more likely to be found by a resident than a savvy street vendor. The Garage Sale officially starts Saturday - but many start early Friday across the region and many "official" garage sale booths in Warrensburg open Friday at 5 p.m. Call the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce at (518) 623-2161 or visit www.warrensburgchamber.com.

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Able Energy ........................................... 61 Accommodations Lis ting ..................42-43 Adirondack Buffalo Company ............... 35 Adirondack by Owner .............................. 3 Adirondack Country Store ..................... 65 Adirondack Extre me .............................. 62 Adirondack Pools & Spas, Inc. ................ 6 Adirondack Spirits ................................. 44 All ‘Bout Critters ................................... 11 Ann’s Bait & Tackle Shop ..................... 74 AuSableC hasm...................................... 24 Barrett RV .............................................. 73 Best Western Plus of Ticonderoga ......... 22 Blue Ridge Falls Campsites ................... 72 Board ‘N Batten Antiques ........................ 5 Bolton Garden Center & Country Store ..... 19 Brookwood RV Resort ........................... 73 Burgoyne Grill ....................................... 22 Café Sa rah .............................................. 44 Camp Orenda ......................................... 72 Carol’s C ollectibles ................................ 27 Cayman Tanning .................................... 32 Chester Yarn Boutique ........................... 57 Chippewa Stone ..................................... 32 Church Listing ..................................40-41 Circle B Ranch ....................................... 65 Copperfield Inn ...................................... 44 Country Meadows Par 3 Golf & Restaurant .... 21 Cronin’s Golf Resort .............................. 21 Cup O’ Joes Cigar & Pipe ........................ 5 Curtis Lumbe r ........................................ 29 Dave Whitty Sales & Service................. 31 DeCesare’s Pizzeria ............................... 29 Drake’s Restaurant & Motel .................. 23 Duffy’s Tavern ....................................... 61 Emerald’s ............................................... 20 Eric & Eric ............................................. 50 EZ Marine & Storage ............................. 57 Factory Direct ........................................ 61 Fish307.com ........................................... 74 FLT Marketing ....................................... 45 Fort Ticonderoga ...................................... 2 Friedman R ealty ..................................... 31 Garnet Mine Tours ................................. 47 Garnet Studio ......................................... 44 Gene’s Michigan Stand .......................... 24 Glebus Log Homes ................................ 29 Glebus R ealty ......................................... 29 Hague Chamber of Commerce............... 17 HometownO il........................................ 55 Hoss’s Country Corner........................... 36

Hudson Headwaters Health Network..... 45 Hudson Headwaters Health Network..... 55 Hudson River Trading Co. ..................... 44 Inter-Lakes Health.................................. 13 Jeff’s Charter Fishing ............................. 74 Juniper Design & Goods ........................ 17 King’s Inn............................................... 23 Krystal C hrysler ..................................... 17 Lake Champlain Coal Co. ...................... 38 Leather Outlet ........................................ 78 Livingston’sFur niture............................ 71 Lonergan’s Red Barn Antiques .............. 11 Long Lake Diner .................................... 49 Long Lake Marina.................................. 48 Loon Lake Marina.................................. 34 Luzerne Music Center .............................. 7 MacLeod’s Lum ber ................................ 27 MacMillen Construction & Design Services ... 57 Mahoney Alarms .................................... 55 Mahoney Alarms ...................................... 6 MaplewoodI ce....................................... 27 McDonalds of Ticonderoga.................... 22 Memory L ane ......................................... 27 Minerva Lake Campground ................... 72 Molly Malone’s Irish Gifts..................... 61 MorseC onstruction................................ 31 Mountain Builders ................................... 4 MountainP etroleum................................. 4 Natural Stone Bridges & Caves Park ..... 39 North C ountry Towing ........................... 29 North Warren Chamber of Commerce ... 52 Ole Station ............................................. 49 ParadoxC rafts........................................ 29 PerformanceM arine............................... 19 Performance Trailer ............................... 19 Phinney Design Group ........................... 50 Porter Land Surveying ........................... 57 Progressive Motorsports, Inc. ................ 17 Putorti’s Market ..................................... 27 R&T Antiques ........................................ 61 Rafter J. Western World ......................... 57 Railroads on Parade ............................... 38 Rancho Pines Campground .................... 72 Rathbun Jewelers ................................... 11 Ray’s Liquor Store ................................. 57 Rick’s Bike Shop.................................... 38 Riverside Pines Campsites & Cabins..... 72 Rock Shop .............................................. 49 Schroon Lake Camps ............................. 72 Schroon Lake Laundromat ..................... 29 Seagle Music Colony ............................. 34 Skene M anor .......................................... 27

SkenesboroughG ardens......................... 27 Skenesborough M useum ........................ 27 Stephenson Lumber Company, Inc. ....... 80 Stony Creek Chamber of Commerce ..... 59 Stony Creek Inn ..................................... 59 Strand Theater ........................................ 31 Sugar & Spice Country Shoppe ............. 11 Sunshine Laundry & Dry Cleaning........ 11 Super 8 Motel......................................... 14 The Log Jam Restaurant ........................ 24 The Marketplace .................................... 31 The Priory .............................................. 59 The Pub .................................................... 9 The Shirt Factory ................................... 65 The Wind-Chill F actory ......................... 23 The Woodland Coffee & Tea Room ......... 5 The World Famous Tee-Pee ................... 79 Ti-Alliance ............................................. 69 Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce ..... 2 Ticonderoga Country Club..................... 20 Ticonderoga Heritage Museum .............. 14 Ticonderoga Paint & Decorating Center 14 The Tin Teepee Family Campground..... 72 Town of Indian Lake .............................. 50 Town of Long Lake ................................ 48 Town of Moriah ..................................... 38 Town of Newcomb Golf Course ............ 21 Town of Newcomb ................................. 47 Town of North Hudson .......................... 35 Town of Schroon Lake Golf Course ...... 29 Town of Ticonderoga ............................... 2 Town St ore ............................................. 31 Treadway Car Wash ................................. 9 Treadway M otorsports ............................. 9 Treadway Service Center ......................... 9 Trendy Threads Consignment Boutique .... 11 Up Yonda Fa rm ...................................... 19 Video K ing ............................................. 11 Village of Port Henry ............................. 36 Wagon Wheel R estaurant ....................... 23 Walker’s Farm, Home & Tack ............... 48 Warren Ford ........................................... 57 Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce..... 57 Warrensburg Tire House ........................ 59 Warrensburgh Beautification, Inc........... 61 Yogi Bear’s Camp Resort at Paradise Pines ... 33 Yunhui’s Hello Beautiful........................ 31 Zack’sSpor ts.......................................... 74

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