Olivia Penrose
Olivia Penrose
Olivia Penrose
Written by Olivia Penrose
The Perfect Winter is in Hamilton County
24Nov2024
We do winter differently
It's no secret that Hamilton County keeps busy year-round, especially in winter. When our many lakes freeze over and beloved hiking trails are blanketed in snow, you know it'...
Gravel Cycling This Fall
16Sep2024
Fall cycling at its finest
In Hamilton County, there’s no shortage of ways to experience fall. Our big outdoors welcome adventurists of all avenues, from autumnal campers and paddlers, to trail...
Top 10 Things To Do This Fall in Hamilton County
29Aug2024
Small towns, big road tripping adventures
No, your eyes haven’t deceived you, pops of color are already appearing all over the Adirondacks! Fall is upon us, and for Hamilton County, we’re in for a...
Find Your Perfect Camping Experience
19May2024
Camping in the AE this summer
The Adirondack Experience is a wild and BIG region, encompassing some of the Adirondacks' most rugged backcountry, paired with its most incredible vistas and landscapes...
6 Cozy Taverns and Restaurants To Try
04Mar2024
Comfort foods on the way
Hamilton County is decidedly the cool cousin of our most intense seasons of outdoor recreation, winter and spring! What goes better with ever changing wild weather patterns...
Fish On! Ice Fishing Derbies are on the Horizon
18Jan2024
It’s derby day!
In Hamilton County, communities gather on the icy surfaces of our frozen lakes to partake in ice fishing derbies all over the region. When the days are dark and the weather is less-...
Experience Fall at the ADKX
14Sep2023
Autumnal fun at the museum
Fall has found itself again at the Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, and we couldn’t be more excited! We stand in awe as familiar reds and yellows...
Hiking for Beginners in Hamilton County
Beginner-friendly trails
Have you been day dreaming of a new life on top of a mountain? Conquering trails and crossing streams, becoming one with nature? You know you should be out mapping your own...
An Adirondack Rescue: Hope for Hemlock Hall
16Aug2023
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When extreme flooding hit the Adirondacks this summer, a community came together behind a prized local resort in the face of adversity. The determination of resilient locals and passionate volunteers...
36 Hours In Blue Mountain Lake
30May2023
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A weekend adventure
If you’re looking for a relaxing, fun-filled weekend tucked away in the Adirondack mountains, look no further than Blue Mountain Lake! This picturesque lake town offers plenty of...
An Upper Hudson Recreation Hub Bae-cation
25Feb2023
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A UHRH-date
It can be easy to feel cooped up and stuck in the weather this season. In the Adirondacks, we love to play in the snow, but the cozy vibes of our homes always call us back into our own...
A Weekend at Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center
07Feb2023
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A weekend at Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center
We’re getting to that time of winter where everything starts to slow down. Businesses may be taking a break after the holiday season, school is back...
Small Towns, Big Holidays
28Nov2022
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It's no secret that the Adirondacks completely transform into a winter wonderland when the snow starts to fall. As sweeping snow flurries begin to descend on the mountains, perfect snow-capped...
BIG Outdoors
Big Outdoors
The Adirondacks are notorious for going big no matter the season. From hiking and paddling in summer, to catching some powder by snowshoe or downhill-skiing in winter, the region is...
Arts and Culture Beyond the ADKX
20Jul2022
Experience the arts and culture of Hamilton County
When you think of the Adirondacks, you might think of its thick forests, cozy campfires, or peaceful lakes. While this is all true, I think most...
All Day Dining in Blue Mountain Lake
26Jun2022
Blue Mountain Lake is home to charm, stellar lake and mountain views, and amazing food and drinks. Just down the road from the Adirondack Experience, stands a quiet and calm main street, home to...
