We listened and we are bringing back the old fashion Victorian Tea with a bit of a Roaring 20's spin.  It will be held this year at a beautiful home on Paradox Lake.  Stay tuned for more information! 

REGISTER for the 2026 Great Adirondack Garage Sale!

To register, go to the Great Adirondack Garage Sale website and enter your sale information. The sale takes place May 22-24, 2026.

Over 200+ miles of garage sales with treasures to behold from Cranberry Lake to Speculator and everywhere in between! With offerings of vintage antiques, rustic furniture, jewelry, kitchen items, toys, clothing, and more — there is always something for everyone.

Towns located along NYS Routes 28, 30 & 3, including: Old Forge, Inlet, Raquette Lake, Indian Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Long Lake, Tupper Lake, Cranberry Lake, Piercefield, Newcomb & Speculator.

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Get ready for the 2025 Adirondack Harvest Festival! 

The 2025 Adirondack Harvest Festival will return to the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, New York on Saturday, September 20 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

This highly anticipated FREE one-day celebration of agriculture in the Adirondacks highlights local food trucks, a farmers’ market, live music, a local beer and wine tent, demonstrations and workshops, a farm animal petting zoo, educational kids activities, and more!  

Schedule of Events

This year’s theme is “Seeds & Grains”. Our workshops and demonstrations will feature connections to the world of seeds and grains, but we welcome the entire spectrum of harvests from the Adirondacks throughout the festival.

Festival Highlights:

• Live Music: Enjoy performances from regional artists throughout the day.
• Workshops & Demonstrations: Learn from local farmers, artisans, and experts in hands-on workshops covering sustainable agriculture, floral design, cooking, and more.
• Young Farmers’ Circle & Kids Activities: Fun, educational activities for children, including crafts, interactive farm experiences, and games.
• Farmers’ Market & Local Vendors: Shop for locally grown produce, artisanal goods, and handmade crafts.
• Local Food & Beverages: Savor delicious farm-to-table meals and beverages made with Adirondack-grown ingredients.
• Horse & Wagon Rides, Petting Zoo & Contests: Experience traditional agricultural activities, meet farm animals, and compete in fun festival games.

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Saturday, May 3rd – 9am – 2:30pm

This one-day workshop will introduce you to the art and science of fly fishing. A combination of indoor and outdoor instruction will focus on the basics of fly casting, gear, and technique. No equipment or experience required. Registration and pre-payment of $40 fee required by April 28th. Email shample@esf.edu to register or use the following link: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8

Licensed Fishing Guide Rick Kovacs will be your instructor for this one-day workshop, focusing on the basics of fly casting, gear, and technique. Just bring your lunch and willingness to learn something new or work on your skills.

Workshop Schedule

9:00 - History of fly fishing and intro to the “quiet sport”

9:30 - Tools of the Trade - Keep it Simple

10:00 - Break

10:15 - It’s all about the bugs

11:00 - Basics of casting

12:00 - Lunch (Bring your own)

12:30 - Matching the hatch

1:00 - Reading water, casting to the rise and prospecting.

1:30 - “Tight Lines”- hooking, playing, catching, and releasing

2:00 - Knot know how

Canoes & Coffee with Guide ADK & Origin Coffee Co.

Come enjoy a morning paddle on Lake Flower with Guide ADK, then coffee and a sweet treat from Origin Coffee Co.! We'll meet at the Lake Flower Boat Launch at 7:00 a.m. and paddle up into Oseetah Lake before returning to the same boat launch. There is a $25 fee, and canoe rentals are available for $50 with prior notice.

Woodland Walks at the AIC

Every Wednesday and Saturday in the summer- 1pm

Join us for a guided walk along our beautiful Rich Lake Trail every Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm throughout the summer until August 16th. The Rich Lake trail is an easy 0.7-mile loop that winds through various habitats, including a raised boardwalk through a cedar swamp, and offers views of the Goodnow Fire Tower.

North Creeks Thursday Farmers Market!

Located in Riverfront Park (next to the train station) in North Creek on the banks of the beautiful Hudson River.  Every Thursday, 2-5:30PM from June 27 - September 19, rain or shine! There is a multitude of vendors selling local crafts, fresh veggies, meats, prepared foods, flowers, local PB&J, libations, weekly musicians and more.  We are doggie friendly too!!  Parking is easy and take time to wander the shops of North Creek. 

Check us out of facebook https://www.facebook.com/northcreekfarmersmarket/

Dinner & a Show – Laughs Served Fresh!

Make it a night to remember with Comedy Night at The Lodge! Kick things off with a delicious dinner before the show & get ready for big laughs at 8 PM as comedian Brandon Barrera takes the stage. Great food, great company, and a great show—it’s the perfect recipe for a fun night out! 

Brandon has opened for national touring headliners such as Francis Ellis, Chris Distefano, and Josh Adam Meyers; he’s made appearances on Will Ferrell’s comedy network Funny or Die, comedian Kerryn Feehan’s podcast, “Only Feehans,” and even has co-hosted and produced a few podcasts of his own titled “Love Caddies” and “Welcome to This.” He recently wrote and performed a one-man storytelling show called, “Here Goes Nothing” that he ran for twenty-five consecutive days at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Event Highlights:

Special menu in The Brown Swan & a comedy show in featuring Brandon Barrera

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, April 16th

Time: Comedy Show, 8pm

Location: Overlook Room in The Brown Swan

Welcome Americade Riders: May 27-31, 2025

Americade is a unique, week-long motorcycle event in the US, featuring guided and unguided tours through the Adirondacks and Green Mountains, the most factory demos in the country, a large trade show, stunt shows, comedy shows, and more. It partners with Ride For Kids and Wounded Warrior Project, raising over $600,000 for various charities.

Plan your motorcycle tour through the Adirondack Mountains

The Adirondacks boast winding roads with breathtaking views, including the famous Adirondack Scenic Byway, offering motorcyclists a ride through lush forests, serene lakes, and beneath expansive peaks. Meet fellow riders in charming towns — just a short, scenic ride from Lake George — that offer everything from welcoming taverns to cozy inns and amazing attractions. After a day on the road, kick back with great food, cold drinks, and stories from fellow motorcycle enthusiasts.

We have an amazing array of curated motorcycle excursions for you to enjoy while here! Check them out below! 

• Scenic History Motorcycle Trail
• Plenty of Peaks Motorcycle Trail
• Upper Hudson Recreation Hub - Motorcycle Tour
• Lake Champlain Motorcycle Trail
• Can't Miss Motorcycle Loop

Americade is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and positive community impact. Founded by Bill Dutcher, the event highlights the best of motorcycling and promotes a positive image of the sport. Since 1983, it has received acclaim from national and regional media and motorcycling communities.

First Day Hike – Goodnow Mountain

Wednesday, January 1st, 9:00 am

Join us for the annual First Day Hike at Goodnow Mountain, January 1st at 9:00am – departure time 9:30pm. This 4-mile round-trip hike is considered moderately difficult in winter but is family and dog friendly - as long as they are on leashes (the dogs, not the family). It is strongly recommended that you have snowshoes or microspikes for this adventure, but if you don’t have them, we can provide some with ADVANCED notice. Preregistration is not required but very appreciated. Please email shample@esf.edu to preregister and/or to request snowshoes or microspikes. Remember, it will be winter, and it will be cold! Dress appropriately (no cotton!) for the weather! Register at https://forms.gle/3KJCmxUbqCosk5aF9, or email shample@esf.edu