Submitted by guest blogger Bayle Reichert The time has come that we have been waiting patiently for. The ice has melted on the lakes and the water is flowing. Dig out your dusty ol' fishing pole and get out on the water! Whether you're visiting or...
For the love of Saranac LakeI fell in love with Saranac Lake several years ago. I was doing a species inventory project in a complex of forests and wetlands near Long Lake with an ecologist named Steve. I lived in Plattsburgh, so we'd meet at his...
Nature may still be just what the doctor ordered. Winter forest bathing gives participants a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the Adirondack woods with all their senses.
Our gorgeous fall season brings special events which embrace many of Saranac Lake's favorite things. Exploring nature, our love of art, music, and drama, and our amazing history all combine to create a wonderful experience.From morning until night...
Let me tell you all the reasons why summer in the Adirondacks is the best. The days are extra long and sunny. The High Peaks are prime for hiking. The many lakes and rivers are perfect for paddling. Swimming all day is a reality. All this makes me...
I just so happened to be in the area of Horseshoe Lake and wanted to revisit the new trail to Black Pond, which I had found a few years back. A few years ago I wanted to visit Black Pond so I planned a bushwhack course to its shore and followed...
In winter, our friendly forests grow hushed with snow, and our lovely lakes freeze over. We are dedicated to having fun all year 'round, and that includes a few creative options.When people think of our Winter Carnival, they think of our snowy landscape.
Are there big cats in the Adirondacks? Really big cats? This is becoming a hot question, and the Cougar Watch Project is going to be working on an answer. Also known as mountain lion, puma, cougar, or catamount, they were once common in the Adirondacks.
Spring has Sprung! Each walk that Wren and I take during this time of year is an exploration of what birds have arrived since the last time we were out. As such the species mix often changes from day to day or even between morning and evening. That's...
Submitted by guest blogger: Jeremy Evans On a recent Saturday, my family and I awoke to perfect hiking weather - cool and clear with low humidity. My wife and I chose Azure Mountain because we were looking for a hike that our youngest son, who had...
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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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Industry Night Sundays at Bitters and Bones
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Industry Night Sundays - Bitters & Bones | 8–11 PM. All restaurant, bar, and hotel industry workers enjoy: 50% off draft beers, 50% off well...