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Enjoy reading helpful tips and information, and discovering Adirondack hot spots from our resident experts and outdoor adventurers. We've got insider insight on the extraordinary people, places, adventures, and activities that make Hamilton County so truly special. Read along, learn some cool facts, and please feel free to share your tips and join in on the conversation!

 

Give the Adirondacks

Date:
Dec 13, 2016
13Dec2016
Author:RaChelle Hosley
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Christmas is just around the corner, and while we sit here and cross our fingers, pray and do snow dances in hopes of a good winter, it's never too early to think about summer. Maybe your family is...
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Getting Oak Mountain Winter Ready

Date:
Dec 06, 2016
06Dec2016
Author:RaChelle Hosley
Topics:
For most people, skiing isn't something that crosses their minds until the temperatures drop or those first few snowflakes fly. At Oak Mountain, skiing is a year-round thought. From prepping the...
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Camping... closer than you think

Date:
Nov 29, 2016
29Nov2016
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 Submitted by guest blogger, Alyssa Devlin. Read on to see why Alyssa can't wait for the warmer months to roll around once again!  This  past summer, I went for a canoe camping trip with my family....
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In case you missed it!

Date:
Nov 22, 2016
22Nov2016
Author:Kim Andresen
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DID YOU MISS OUR TOP-RATED SOCIAL POSTS FROM THE PAST YEAR? WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED! Videos:It's just OK... Spring hiking in the heart of the Adirondacks - a scenic adventure at OK Slip Falls. Video...
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Your Next Family Getaway

Date:
Nov 15, 2016
15Nov2016
Author:RaChelle Hosley
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If you are looking for a great place for a winter family get-together, Long Lake might just be the place! With great shops, restaurants, and plenty of fun activities, this quaint town should be at...
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For Pete’s Sake – a long hike back to Pete’s Hill

Date:
Nov 12, 2016
12Nov2016
Author:Spencer Morrissey
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One of the hardest things about trying to find hiking partners, is finding ones who have days off during the week. This week in particular I couldn't talk anyone into taking the day off to join in on...
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Jasper Day Trail

Date:
Oct 30, 2016
30Oct2016
Author:RaChelle Hosley
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Inlet is a small town in New York, populated by just over 300 year-round residents. It is situated in the western Adirondacks not far from Old Forge. Although it is a small town, it is one with lots...
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Paddling and birding Round Lake and Little Tupper Lake

Date:
Oct 27, 2016
27Oct2016
Author:Alan Belford
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Ducks on the move With waterfowl migration beginning, I make sure to check out area lakes whenever I can. And so, when Wren, my dog, and I had a chance to explore south of Tupper Lake the other day,...
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Cats vs Dogs: 5 times dogs get the win

Date:
Oct 25, 2016
25Oct2016
Author:Kim Andresen
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Cat vs. Dog You know how they say there are dog people and there are cat people?  I am a cat person. Cats are cuddly, cute, and natural heating pads on a cold fall evening. They are smart, sassy, and...
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Adirondack Firetowers

Date:
Oct 18, 2016
18Oct2016
Author:RaChelle Hosley
Topics:
We all have fears. Some people are scared of spiders (myself included), some people are scared of snakes, or clowns, or dogs, or small spaces. And some people are scared of heights. If you fall into...
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