With little rain, and lots of sun, the weather in the Adirondacks has been beautiful -- especially for those of us lucky enough to get out and play! My friends, Gretchen and Kathy, invited me to paddle with them on a day when temperatures were...
By Guest Writer Mike Crawford The lake and mountain country of the Adirondacks offers excellent ice fishing. Saranac Lake has several nearby lakes that offer ice anglers convenient and good ice fishing opportunities. The coldest place in the North...
Slip Sliding away on Gothics & Armstrong The winter climbing season is upon us in the Adirondacks The winter climbing season is a very exciting time of year and when the conditions are good, the climbing is exceptional. This goes for all of the...
Do you know where the Hays Brook trails are? They are a couple miles north of the Paul Smiths Visitors Interpretive Center (everyone calls it "The VIC") to the right off Rte. 30. Look for a brown and yellow sign, drive in two-tenths of a mile and park.
Please note: This blog was originally posted in 2015 and this ride is no longer available, however we can happily direct you to cool paddling, awesome biking, and scenic hiking in the region! Check out our outdoor activities to learn more! Living in...
A resurgence of art events happens in the spring! Explore the Saranac Lake arts calendar for all the creativity!
The First Warm Days of SpringThe temperatures a few days last week broke into the 40s marking the beginning of spring skiing conditions across the region. The warm days and soft snow were a big change from the cold weather which had dominated our...
This past weekend, I helped lead a Wild Center birding trip to Madawaska - one of my favorite places in the Adirondacks. Madawaska is a collection of public land bordered by private easement land, such as the Santa Clara Tract, and the area is...
Let us introduce you to the farm stands to visit in the Saranac Lake region this season!
The taste of community begins with farmers and relationships are built with people through farmer's markets, food co-ops, and farm-to-table restaurants. Food has a story.
Packages and Promotions
Valid Apr. 1
- Apr. 1
Valid Apr. 1
- Apr. 1
The Wild Center Family Getaway at Voco
Voco Saranac Lake
Enjoy 2 adult and 1 child admission tickets to The Wild Center, where nature meets discovery.
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Valid Nov. 23
- Nov. 23
weekly on Sunday until November 23, 2026
Industry Night Sundays at Bitters and Bones
Bitters & Bones
Industry Night Sundays - Bitters & Bones | 8–11 PM. All restaurant, bar, and hotel industry workers enjoy: 50% off draft beers, 50% off well...









