The Language of Wonder Workshop

Sunday, July 28th, 11am

Nothing conveys possibility and wonder like the beings that grow in the forest. On July 28th, 2024, from 11am to 12:45, join poet and writer Susan Jefts to explore some poems and a bit of science celebrating the amazing lives of trees. We'll take a short walk on the Adirondack Interpretive Center trails through the woods near the lakeshore, where you'll be guided into what images, scents, and sounds carry energy and meaning for you. We'll use poetry and forest prompts as guides for writing our own expressions of wonder. No experience with poetry needed. Bring a pen and notebook.

Cost: $15 per person

Register using the link below or by emailing shample@esf.edu
https://forms.gle/hdrQPJ53qfs2f1PD9

The Schroon Lake Paddle-Fest! 

• Join us to paddle from Rt 74 to the Schroon Lake Boathouse... drop your boat, drive back and park near the Town Beach, and we will bus you back to the launch 

• Live Music

• Food and beverage provided in the Boathouse

• Local canoe and kayak vendors will be there with boats to test paddle and merch to buy!

Oktoberfest at Paradox is HERE! 

Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate in true Bavarian style! Join the brewery for a full day of festive fun, featuring great food, incredible beer, and live music from start to finish.

What to Expect:

• Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed

• Family Friendly

• Traditional Oktoberfest Fare – Schnitzel, Wurst, and more

• 1/2 Liter and Full Liter Pours

• 2025 Oktoberfest Branded Mug Deal

• Live Music All Day

• Leaf Peeper Supreme on Tap

Whether you're here for the food, the brews, or the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. 

Prost!

Trail Makers: 100 Years of the Northville-Placid Trail

Thursday, July 11th, 7pm

One hundred years ago Edwin "Doc" Noyes, and Howard Rowe cleared the way for the Northville-Placid Trail, a remote backcountry trail taking hikers on a journey through the heart of the Adirondacks. Join Conservator and Collections Manager of the Adirondack Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, Doreen Alessi-Holmes to learn about the history of this roughly 138 mile trek across the Adirondacks.

All lectures begin at 7pm at the Adirondack Interpretive Center and are free thanks to the support of the Adirondack Park Institute.

Get into the holiday spirit at Paradox Brewery's Holiday Market! 

Head to the Brewery for an afternoon of festive fun featuring 12+  local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts and seasonal goods. Whether you're shopping for that perfect holiday present or just want to treat yourself, there’s something for everyone!

While you browse, enjoy Paradox's handcrafted beers and nibble on delicious small bites. It’s the perfect way to relax, sip, shop, and celebrate the season.

Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer! Free admission. All ages welcome. 

Celebrate Theodore Roosevelt’s Legacy in the Adirondacks - 125 years later

TR Weekend is Newcomb's premier event, celebrating Theodore Roosevelt's remarkable journey from the High Peaks wilderness to the White House after President McKinley’s assassination in Buffalo, NY. The weekend features a wide range of events for all ages, from outdoor activities and historical tours to crafts, music, and delicious meals. The event brings the community together to honor Roosevelt's legacy and experience the beauty of Newcomb and the Adirondacks.

Friday, September 11

• 4:30–6:30 PM - Dinner by NCS Class of 2027‍ ‍| Newcomb Central School Cafeteria

• 6:00–8:00 PM - Friendly Feud Game Night (Co-sponsored by NCPR)‍ ‍| Newcomb Central School Auditorium

Saturday, September 12

• 7:00–8:30 AM — Breakfast by NCS Class of 2028 | Overlook Park

• 8:30 AM–3:00 PM — Santanoni Wagon Ride (TR Wagon Ride RSVP 2026) | Great Camp Santanoni

  1. Plan for a FREE wagon ride into the Great Camp Santanoni with a Santanoni tour guide. Bring your lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and ride by horse drawn wagon.

• 9:00–11:00 AM — Kids Fishing Derby | 5435 NY-28N

  • Family-friendly catch-and-release fishing competition with special prizes.

• 10:00 AM–12:00 PM — Climb Goodnow Mountain | Goodnow Mt.

  • Guided or self-paced hike up Goodnow Mountain offering panoramic views from the fire tower. Meet Interpreter Mike Gooden at the Fire Tower. He will have some history and facts.

• 10:00 AM–3:30 PM — TR Weekend Craft Fair | Overlook Park.

  • Artisan goods, handmade crafts, and local vendors.

• 10:30 AM–12:30 PM — Timber Sports Scrimmage | Overlook Park

  • Timber Sports Scrimmage featuring ESF and Paul Smith students.They need our support to keep their competitive edge, so lets cheer them on!!

• 11:00 AM–2:00 PM — Car Wash NCS Class of 2028 | Health Center Parking Lot

• 11:00 AM–2:00 PM — Bake Sale NCS Class of 2028 | Health Center Parking Lot

• 12:00–2:00 PM — Vintage Car Show | Overlook Park

  • See classic, antique, and restored automobiles.

• 12:30–2:30 PM — Live Music with Michele & Tyler Peter | Overlook Park

• 3:00 PM – Dave Gibson Conservation Talk | Seeley Exhibit Hall

  • Well-respected conservationist Dave Gibson speaks on the history of Adirondack conservation from TR to the present, focusing on today's developments and the park's future. Bring your questions! Front porch of the Newcomb Historical Museum Administrative Building (Seeley Exhibit Hall across from Overlook Park).

• 4:30–6:00 PM - Dinner NCS Class of 2029 | Newcomb Central School Cafeteria

• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Reenactment & Keynote Speaker | Newcomb Central School Auditorium.

  • Watch a reenactment of Theodore Roosevelt being sworn in as the 26th President following his famous midnight ride from Lake Tear of the Clouds. Speaker Joe Wiegand will present following the ceremony.

Sunday, September 13

• 7:00–10:00 AM — Breakfast Sandwiches NCS Class of 2027 | Overlook Park

• 8:30–10:30 AM — Ty Yandon Memorial 5K | Health Center Lane

  • Pre-Register with Jolene at 518-582-2991. No age requirements. Be there at 8:30am, race starts at 9am.

• 8:30 AM–3:00 PM — Santanoni Wagon Ride (TR Wagon Ride RSVP 2026) | Great Camp Santanoni

  • Plan for a FREE wagon ride into the Great Camp Santanoni with a Santanoni tour guide. Bring your lunch, comfortable walking shoes, and ride by horse drawn wagon.

• 9:30 AM–3:00 PM — TR Weekend Scramble Golf Tournament | High Peaks Golf Course

  • Call the Golf Course to sign up. 518.582.2300

• 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM – Theodore Roosevelt's Midnight Ride Bus Tour

  • Historic Bus Tour: Board the bus at 9:30 AM in the Seeley Exhibit Hall / Newcomb Community Center parking lot. The tour returns to Newcomb at approximately 3:30 PM. Stops Include: MacNaughton Cottage, Tahawus Club, Theodore Roosevelt Marker on 28N, Aiden Lair, Minerva Community Center (for lunch), and the North Creek Museum and Depot where TR boarded his train.

  • Reservations Required

• 10:30 AM–12:30 PM — Santanoni Preserve Wilderness, Wealth, and a President | Santanoni Preserve

  • Come explore the history of Santanoni Preserve, the former Adirondack retreat of Robert and Anna Pruyn. This guided tour highlights the connection between the Pruyns and Theodore and Edith Roosevelt, whose lives intersected through the influential social circles of business, politics, and outdoor recreation.

  • Reservations Required

• 1:30–3:00 PM — Santanoni Gatehouse Tour | Santanoni Gate Lodge

  • Gatehouse Tour led by Chuck Higgerson

• 3:30–4:30 PM — Second Gatehouse Tour | Santanoni Gate Lodge

  • Gatehouse Tour led by Chuck Higgerson.

Fall Into Adventure in the Adirondack Hub

Explore everything there is to do this fall in the Adirondack Hub! From scenic hikes and outdoor adventures to charming local events, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the fall foliage, explore historic sites, or take part in local festivals and activities, the Adirondack Hub is the perfect destination to experience the beauty and spirit of the Adirondacks this fall.

2024 Community Clean up day!

All are welcome! Meet at the Minerva Town Hall, lower level, between 9am and 11am. 

• Join a Group or work Solo
• Pick any Road. Trash Bags & gloves are provided
• Picnic to follow at 12 pm at Donnelly Beach Pavilion. Join US!!

Spring Birding Walk

Saturday, May 11th – 9:30am

LJ and Emily

Join us to look for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and other feathered creatures. Guest birders James Mills and Emily Reichert will be your guides for a walk along the Rich Lake Marsh on the Huntington Wildlife Forest. This walk is along a mostly level dirt road and great for beginning birders. Binoculars are available thanks to Northern New York Audubon. Space is limited. Registration required. Email shample@esf.edu to register or use the following link: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8

Adirondack Science Exploration: Eclipses Unveiled!

Explore the science behind eclipses with kids of all ages at the Adirondack Interpretive Center on Saturday and Sunday, April 6th and 7th from 10-4. Walk a scale model of the solar system, make a pinhole viewer to safely view the eclipse, see how the tiny moon can block the huge sun, and build a model that shows why we don’t have eclipses very often. 

Craftivism Workshop

Sunday, August 11th – 10am

Join us during Adirondack Water Week for an introduction and workshop developed from Wool and Water - a collaborative data art project of the Paul Smith's College Adirondack Watershed Institute which uses fiber art to illustrate issues affecting our Adirondack waterways and to inspire their careful stewardship. We will learn about the project and ways to get involved, and we'll dive into an activity that gives you a taste for combining data and art. No experience necessary. To register email shample@esf.edu or use the link for easier registration: https://forms.gle/x9uhTFcTD4Q5RaCp8