One of the many professional hats I wear finds me teaching Field Ornithology courses at Cranberry Lake Biological Station for the State University of New York. The other week I was teaching the Ornithology portion of a Wildlife Techniques class, and...
A Simple Suggestion Becomes a Vacation Plan In the depths of the winter (ok, it was actually spring according to the calendar), when we here in Lake Placid were still skiing on perfect snow but dreaming about green leaves and blue water, my husband...
This past Saturday started out, not so pleasant, but ended on a high note. With heavy rain in the morning I all but figured the day was going to be lost on some old low budget zombie movie, a pound of popcorn, a six-pack of beer and a pint of Stewart'...
What a great august for paddling, there seems to be a nice cool breeze in the air - with almost the smell of autumn in there as well. The sun was high this past Saturday so we decided to head to Osgood Pond.I called my friend Mike Lynch to see if I...
Rainy day fun Rainy weather didn't stop us from having fun in the woods when I helped out with a Lake Placid Middle School field trip at the Paul Smith's College VIC. Thankfully the steady rain abated early in the day and we were left with mostly damp...
Where the work happens Among a drawer filled with different gemstones that Kristina Mueller -- artist and Lake Clear resident -- has been collecting, a small silver pineapple charm stands out to me. I pictured it dangling from a silver chain with its...
The origin of the Waterhole, Saranac Lake's hub of music and entertainment, and their role in Winter Carnival.
A captivating place to visit any time of year, Saranac Lake especially glistens in the winter. While some dread the cold and snow that winter brings, others see it as a perfect time to bask in the peaceful nature and serene beauty of the season. If...
Pendragon Theatre has been delighting the North Country since 1980. They draw from a considerable pool of professional and amateur talent, most of it local. Then they craft productions which range from the best of contemporary drama to well-loved...
Acting Cool: Practice Makes Perfect When I think of art in the Saranac Lake Region, a ton of cool galleries, shops, and events come to mind. But, of course, I have a history of working in the performing arts, so my first love - theatre - is at front...
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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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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...