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Sacandaga Camping Checklist
Preparation is the key to making any camping trip successful, so we came up with a list of equipment and supplies for you to use as a guide when packing for your vacation. We’ve also included some useful reminders that will save you from a lot of frustrating situations. Packing List for Camping Shelter No…
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Farmers Markets – A Treasure of Local Goods!
Ah the great tradition returns! Fresh, locally grown produce, hard-to-find items and unique gifts & treasures are something we all miss about the warmer months! Here in the Sacandaga area we are very fortunate to have a long history of family owned farms that produce everything from sun ripened strawberries to sweet ears of corn. …
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Memorial Day – A Weekend of Remembrance
Most Americans take a break from the daily grind to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend by spending quality time with their families, whether it is a day out on the lake, barbecuing in their back yards or simply enjoying the sun and a day off. With all the fun, good food and time off,…
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Wolves in the Adirondacks
Over 100 years ago, it was believed that wolves had completely disappeared from the Adirondacks. In 2002, an animal was killed by a hunter who thought he had shot a coyote, but testing showed that the animal was not a coyote but, in fact, a pure gray wolf! The hunter reported seeing another animal with…
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Mosquitoes & Black Flies: Adirondack Buzz Kill!
In the Adirondacks, as with many forested regions of the country, nothing can spoil outdoor fun like the onslaught of biting insects. In our region, mosquitoes and black flies are a particular scourge because of our abundance of water, woodland areas and warm temperatures. The largest health risk associated with mosquitoes and Black Flies is,…
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Ultimate Spring Rival: Dirty Dog Paws vs. Clean Carpets
Spring. The mere mention of the word conjures images of green grass, fresh blooming daffodils, and budding leaves. Gentle breezes carry the songs of newly returned birds through windows that have been opened for the first time in months, and soon our homes are filled with all the sounds and fresh scents that serve as…
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10 Spring Home Maintenance Tips
Let’s face it; there is a downside to winter loosening its grip on the landscape. The return of the sun highlights the trouble spots in your home’s exterior, and reminds us that there is a certain amount of home maintenance necessary to keep our homes in peak condition throughout the year. What better time to…
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The Eastern Cougar: Extinction or Myth
Despite wild and popular myth pertaining to sightings of this impressive feline in our region, the surprising fact is that the Eastern Cougar (Puma concolor cougar) has not been seen in the Adirondacks – provably – since the late 1800s. This species is so endangered in the Northeast in fact that the U.S. Fish and…
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Black Bears in the Adirondacks
Perhaps one of the most distinct and famous creatures in all of the Adirondack animal kingdom is the majestic, often curious, somewhat cantankerous, and altogether imposing Black Bear! With a jet black coat of thick fur, short tail and distinct narrow brown muzzle, black bears have made the extensive forests of northern New York, particularly…
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Spring Gardening – Planning Your Summer Vegetable Garden
Spring gardening can be a great way to get the whole family involved in a fun project that will provide the opportunity for hours of together time, enjoying a hobby that spans all generations. Starting in the early spring by getting everyone’s input on what they’d like to plant. Doing the research together on when…