FRIDAY DAYTIME ACTIVITIES

(PLEASE NOTE: this is a tentative schedule and subject to change.  We ll do our best to stick to it, but as things evolve over the summer, some slight tweaks may need to be made.)

This year, once again, we have grouped our events by track -- just like at a conference!  There is something in nearly each timeslot for each track -- so if you wish to just do water sports, just learn about the arts and history of the area, or just do all the strenuous hikes -- you can do so.  Of course, you can mix and match activities, as always.  The tracks are there to help give some general structure to the activity offerings.  Please note that there is overlap in many events, e.g., a visit to AuSable Chasm also contains an easy hike.

FULL DAY ACTIVITIES

ROCKS & GORGES TRACK [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Easy Hike and Float at AuSable Chasm. We ll visit AuSable Chasm, the oldest natural attraction in the USA (est. 1870)! Wander for several miles on towering cliff walks and through a primeval forest along walking trails where one breathtaking view after another awaits. Each of the many scenic vistas provides a different perspective on the natural beauty of Ausable Chasm while interpretive signage describes native flora, wildlife, and geologic history. We'll then descend a long staircase down to river's edge, where we'll hop into rafts, tubes or kayaks (your choice!) and float the legendary waters of the Ausable River. This is one Adirondack experience not to be missed! Cost: $21 (includes admission fees and transportation. Limit 40 people. Drive time from camp: 90 minutes (but worth it!))

ARTS & HISTORY TRACK I [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Museums and Galleries of Glens Falls. We'll visit the Chapman Historical Museum, a regional history center featuring a restored Victorian house, which interprets the first two generations of the DeLong family, local area merchants. Tours are offered. The Chapman also has three changing galleries, two are devoted to local history and culture and one devoted to the works of famed 19th century photographer Seneca Ray Stoddard; The Hyde Collection: Called by The New York Times: ... "a gem of a museum" [that} "most definitely merit[s] a detour," this historic house and modern museum complex offers the charm and authenticity of a historic house filled with antiques, tapestries and art by Masters such as da Vinci, Picasso, Rembrandt, Renoir, Rubens, Homer, and many others; and the The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council gallery. We'll have lunch in downtown Glens Falls, or bring a bag lunch from camp. Cost: $12 (includes admission fees, tour of Champan Museum Victorian house and transportation.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 45 minutes.

ARTS & HISTORY TRACK II [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Olympic Venues of Lake Placid. Using the Kodak Lake Placid Summer Passport -- we'll visit the Olympic venues! We'll visit the Olympic Museum and see video highlights, athletes' uniforms and equipment, and historical information about all of the area's Olympic sites. At the MacKenzie-Intervale Ski Jumping Complex we'll take a chairlift and elevator to the 120m jump tower skydeck to get a sky-high perspective on the art of the Ski Jump. At Kodak Sports Park, you'll find a year-round training and competition site for freestylers who defy the laws of gravity on a daily basis. Then a guided tour of the Verizon Sports Complex where athletes practice cross country skiing, luge, bobsled, skeleton, and biathlon in the summer. Some folks may even choose to use the discount coupons for a summer bobsled ride, biathlon target shooting, or gift shop merchandise. Bobsled ride is $30 onsite; biathalon target shooting is $9 extra onsite after discounts applied. Cost: $28 (includes admission fees and transportation.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 75 minutes.

BOAT & FLOAT TRACK I [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Full Day Boat Cruise on Lake George. You'll depart camp early in the morning to be down at the Lake George boat landing for a 9:00 a.m. boat departure. On this 4.5-hour tour, you'll explore all 32 miles of Lake George. You'll delight in the surrounding mountain wilderness, beautiful islands, and historic mansions. The Captain's narration fully describes the geological formation of the basin, the early Indian settlements, the military history and the lake's present ecological balance. Exhibits and maps are posted around the boat. Optional breakfast and lunch are available for purchase or bring your own. Return to Lake George by 1:45 p.m., so you'll be back to camp by 3:00 p.m. -- in time to relax or swim before dinner. Cost: $24.50 (includes cruise and transportation.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 30 minutes.

ADVENTURE TRACK I [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Rock Climbing. ***Cancelled*** We ll spend a day top-roping a 70-100' cliff, practicing climbing and belay techniques and covering basic skills such as equipment care and use. The concentration is on climbing, however. All equipment is provided. Cost: $55 (includes guide, equipment, instruction and transportation. Does not include guide tips.) Limit 12 people. Drive time from camp: 25 minutes to outfitter; approximately 60 minutes from outfitter to rock face. Return to camp by 5:15 p.m.NOTE: This activity has been cancelled due to lack of interest and you can no longer register for it.

NOTE: Full Day Hike listings begin below. Hikes in the Adirondacks are not easy! Things that in this area are rated Moderate may be considered Strenuous by some of our member clubs, and some of the Strenuous hikes are in fact Very Strenuous. We've provided hike length and elevation information so you can judge whether a particular hike is a good choice for your ability. Please only choose hikes in a difficulty range with which you are comfortable.

MODERATE HIKE TRACK I [Included]: Hike Crane Mountain. ***SOLD OUT*** Perhaps the best hike in the Adirondacks, Crane provides plenty of variety in its 5 mile loop trail. Work up a sweat on the summit trail, climb a 30' ladder through the last barrier to the top and take in the magnificent view while catching your breath. Head down along the cliff ridge, with several more good vantage points along the way, down to Crane Mt. Pond. Swim, fish, or relax again. Continue down to the base of the mountain, looking down on the old Putnam farm as you descend, then peer in to the cave that passes under the trail. Finish up on the old Putnam Road as it returns to the parking lot. Note: The first 1.5 mile of this trail are easy then it climbs 700 feet in .5 mile. To reach the peak, you will have to climb 6 foot and 15 foot ladders. Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 25-30 minutes. NOTE: This activity is now SOLD OUT and you can no longer register for it.

MODERATE HIKE TRACK II [Included]: Hike the West River Trail in the Adirondack Mountain Reserve. ***SOLD OUT*** The West River Trail is one of the outstanding trails in the Adirondacks, offering idyllic views of falls, forest, occasional views of peaks, and all kinds of oddities and natural wonder. A great aspect of this trail is the flora to be seen close up. The WRT follows the hilly west side of the Ausable River, often in sight of and always above the river. As it traverses the base of the Great Range the WRT does a fair amount of up and down. Beaver Meadow Falls at its intersection with the Weld Trail is one of the most beautiful waterfalls to be seen in the Adirondacks. There are excellent views of the Ausable River flumes from WRT. Return hike is by flat Lake Road Trail. Hike length: 8.8 miles. Elevation change on WRT is 500' over 4.7 miles. Return on Lake Road is 4.1 miles along a flat dirt road (there is a very gradual elevation change of 700' along this road, but anyone who's hiked it will tell you the road is flat!). Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 55 minutes. NOTE: This activity is now SOLD OUT and you can no longer register for it.

STRENUOUS HIKE TRACK I [Included]:Hike Giant Mountain. ***SOLD OUT*** A day hike loop to Giant Mt. for a total of 7.8 miles in 6 hours including ½ hour of rest. This trip follows the Roaring Brook Trail and return by the Ridge Trail. This is one of the most popular high peak summits of the Adirondacks. The Ridge Trail is the most spectacular one with from the middle of its height a long bare rock section with many viewpoints toward the West over the Dix Range, The Great Range, Mt. Marcy, Algonquin Peak and up to Cascade Mt. The Roaring Brook Trail passes a side trail leading to a waterfall (Roaring Brook Falls) then follows a ridge with some viewpoints to the summit. Return via Ridge Trail. Ascent from Route 73 is 3375'. Limit 12 people. Drive time from camp: 70 minutes. NOTE: This activity is now SOLD OUT and you can no longer register for it.

STRENUOUS HIKE TRACK II [Included]:Hike Blueberry Cobbles and Bald Peak. This is a 7.8-mile RT hike. The open ledges of Blueberry Cobbles are easy to reach and have great views of the Boquet Valley and the Dix Range. The trail becomes more difficult as you climb through two small notches to reach the base of Bald Peak. A steep climb over bare rock is rewarded with exceptional views in all directions from the summit. Ascent is 2447'. Limit 12 people. Drive time from camp: 60 minutes.

HALF-DAY MORNING ACTIVITIES

BOAT & FLOAT TRACK II [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Guided Morning Canoe Trip on Thirteenth Lake. Canoe on this pristine lake where no power boats are allowed. Some kayaks available, with advance notice. The lake is in the Siamese Ponds wilderness area. We'll be on the water approximately 2.5 hours; allowing for some time to hang out on the rocks and swim. Cost: $22 (includes equipment, guide, and transport.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 40 minutes.

BOAT & FLOAT TRACK III [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Whitewater Tubing on Sacandaga River. And now for something completely different.... You've done the lazy river tubing and you want to step it up a notch? Well this one's for you! Tubing allows you to get "up close and personal" with the Sacandaga's Class I-II whitewater. This 3.5 mile stretch of river contains two long rapids with calm fast water between the two. You'll be on the water for 1.5 hours. Cost: $22 (includes factory-tested inner tube, professional life vest, shuttle transport and transportation from camp.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 45-50 minutes.

ADVENTURE TRACK II [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Horseback Trail Ride on Beech Mountain. This is an Adirondack adventure that you will never forget. Take a guided 2+ hour trail ride that winds its way through wooded trails and brings you to the top of Beech Mountain where you will dismount and enjoy a spectacular view overlooking the Adirondack Mountains, Lake George and Lake Vanare. Then you'll saddle back up for the return trip. Don't forget to bring your camera! Cost: $53 (includes guided trail ride, all gear (helmets optional), and transportation from camp. Does not include guide gratuities.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 45-50 minutes.

EASY HIKE TRACK I [Included]: Walk the Grandmother's Tree Nature Trail and the Warrensburg Nature Trail. We'll start by visiting the one-mile "Grandmother's Tree Nature Trail" in Pack Demonstration Forest. This trail meanders through a beautiful hemlock and white pine old growth forest culminating with the Grandmothers Tree" dating from the 1600s. Then we'll jump in the van for a short trip over to the Warrensburg Nature trail system. The trail starts heads a short way to the Hudson River, then parallels the river to a great rock outcropping. If you look closely, you'll see many mineral veins in these rocks, including quartz crystals and garnets! The loop trail heads away from the river and climbs a bit; the rest of the walk is a bit hilly through forest terrain. Total loop is approximately 1.4 miles, for a combined walk of approximately 2.4 miles over the course of the morning. Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 30 minutes.

ADVENTURE TRACK III [Included]: Intermediate Road Biking from Camp. Details TBD. Bring your own bike, as we have been unable to locate a vendor for road bikes in the area. Helmet required. Limit 20 people.

CAMP ACTIVITIES TRACK I [Included]: Mountain Biking. Easy to Moderate Mountain Biking on the trails around camp. Bike and helmet will be provided. Limit 15 people.

CAMP ACTIVITIES TRACK II [Included]: Boating on Brant Lake. The camp has sailboats, canoes, and kayaks available. Limited only by number of boats available, and there are plenty.

HALF-DAY AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

BOAT & FLOAT TRACK II [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Guided Afternoon Canoe Trip on Thirteenth Lake. ***SOLD OUT*** Canoe on this pristine lake where no power boats are allowed. Some kayaks available, with advance notice. The lake is in the Siamese Ponds wilderness area. We'll be on the water approximately 2.5 hours; allowing for some time to hang out on the rocks and swim. Cost: $22 (includes equipment, guide, and transport.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 40 minutes. NOTE: This is a repeat of the morning trip. NOTE: This activity is now SOLD OUT and you can no longer register for it.

BOAT & FLOAT TRACK III [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Flatwater Tubing on the Hudson River. Lazy river tubing is an easy, fun, and relaxing water activity. An average depth of 3 feet, crystal clean warm water, a sandy pebble-laced bottom and a friendly current makes for ideal river tubing rain or shine. Enjoy our awesome swim spot with our friendly guides during your trip. Sit back and relax your way down the historic Hudson River Preserve. Enjoy the Adirondacks from this scenic perspective. You'll be on the water approximately 2 hours. Cost: $19 (includes river tube, life jacket, guide and shuttle service and transportation from camp.) Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 45-50 minutes.

EASY HIKE TRACK I [Included]: Nature Walk to Palmer Pond with Dave. The stream running beside the relatively level trail makes this an interesting walk into a beautiful pond. Dave Liebman will point out lots of cool stuff along the way. Hike length is 2 miles round trip and is flat. Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 20 minutes.

EASY HIKE TRACK II [Pre-Paid Add-On]: Nature Program and Walk at Up Yonda Farm: Butterflies Graceful and colorful creatures decorate Up Yonda's butterfly garden. Get a close-up view of butterflies, learn how to identify them, and use nets to try and catch some of them, if you wish. After the program, we'll hike up to the overlook of Lake George on the 1.5-mile loop trail. Cost: $5 (includes program admission and transportation Limit 15 people. Drive time from camp: 35 minutes.

CAMP ACTIVITIES TRACK I [Included]: Mountain Biking. Easy to Moderate Mountain Biking on the trails around camp. Bike and helmet will be provided. Limit 15 people.

CAMP ACTIVITIES TRACK II [Included]: Swimming in Brant Lake. Hang out at the beach, on the docks, or go for a swim. Unlimited.