One of the great joys of my summers for the last decade has been taking advantage of one of Saranac Lake's more unique outdoor experiences, island camping. Sure, you can find world class lakeside camping in Saranac Lake. But there's something extra...
Great Weather for Paddling! With so much warm, sunny weather of late, I have been itching to get out paddling with Wren. As a result, I've been driving around with my canoe on my car to make such adventures quicker to organize since the loading...
The weather The saying goes, "Wait 5 minutes and the weather will change." In this case one day made a huge difference. The previous day I biked with Gretchen and Trisa on part of the Oregon Trail, and it was cold. We even had layers and gloves on...
Adirondack PaddlingChoosing the right boat for canoeing & kayakingBoat lengthIf you are just getting into canoeing or kayaking first you need to decide where you will be paddling the most, but not to limit yourself either. First off, will you be...
The adventure of climbing Azure Mountain begins on the road to the trailhead. Azure sits off Blue Mountain Road north and west of Paul Smith's and hikers have a long and winding road to drive whether they come from the south or north. I drove in from...
We refer to Saranac Lake as decidedly different for a reason. We are very proud to be a hub of eccentricity in the Adirondacks. Because of this, the town is also known for its vibrant local arts scene. For generations it has attracted artists and...
It's been a wonderfully warm, sunny summer in the Adirondacks, and there's no better place to be than in the water. Saranac Lake doesn't quite have the deep, mountain-stream pools synonymous with swimming holes, but there are some fantastic spots with...
Eating healthy has a rather... challenged... reputation. People can think it means "not tasty." We don't believe in that. We think healthy is also tasty! Here's proof: Locally sourced? Certainly! Few are as devoted to local food as the Adirondack Alps...
The "Highway of the Adirondacks" began a long time before our present two-lane roads. It was much easier to paddle a birchbark canoe through a waterway, which offers fewer barriers than a dense forest. These were the abundant river and lake routes...
Birds on the MoveAt this time of year I pay special attention to the birds migrating through the various lakes of our region, and each day finds Wren and me out somewhere to see what's on the move. My favorite place to check in the fall is the...
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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...