Central Adirondack Vacation Guide
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Central Adirondack Vacation Guide
Central Adirondack Vacation Guide Table of Contents Welcome to the Central Adirondack Region...............................................5 Activities.....................................................................................................6 Area Hiking Map........................................................................................9 Attractions.................................................................................................10 Central Adirondack Events.......................................................................13 Central Adirondack Visitor Services.........................................................16 Central Adirondack Business Directory Accommodations & Campgrounds Old Forge...................................................................................18 Inlet............................................................................................24 Campgrounds.............................................................................27 Family & Youth Camps.............................................................27 Animal Care Artisans, Craftsmen & Galleries Attractions Automotive Sales, Service & Fuels Banks Boat & Canoe Services Churches Contractors: Residential & Commercial Services .........................28 Food & Spirits Guides & Outfitters Hardware, Lumber and Appliances Insurance Laundromats Museums, Exhibit Halls & Educational Centers Professional Services & Licensed Practitioners.............................29 The towns of Inlet & OldForge/Town of Webb would like to thank Patrick Russell, Herkimer County Legislator, for their generous support of this Central Adirondack Vacation Planner. To advertise in this guide or for more information regarding the CAA visit myadirondacks.com. Designed by Huther Advertising, LLC Huther.com Real Estate Snowmobile & Recreational Vehicle Sales & Service Specialty Shops Theaters/Entertainment Transportation.................................................................................30 Advertisers Index...................................................................................... 31 Disclaimer - Information in this guide is subject to change. By its compilation and distribution in this guide, the Central Adirondack Association assumes NO responsibility for any nature for damages or injury to persons or property arising out of or resulting from any service, sales, accommodation, or information provided by the businesses represented herein, and accordingly, do disclaim any and all liability on their part for such damages or injuries should they occur. The businesses represented reserve the right to cancel services advertised in this guide without prior notice. Copyright © 2009 all rights reserved. 3 Adirondack Park The Central Adirondack Region Includes Blue Mountain Lake, Forestport, Indian Lake, Inlet, Long Lake, Old Forge, Syracuse Utica I-90 NYS Thruway Buffalo New York State & Raquette Lake. Albany Binghamton NYC Forestport Timm Associates Adirondack Properties and Businesses #1 in Adirondack Real Estate Old Forge 2972 Main Street (315) 369-3951 Blue Mountain Lake Routes 28/30 (518) 352-7395 Visit us at: timmassociates.com Vacation Homes Waterfront Residential Lots • Acreage BUSINESS SPECIALISTS *Vacation Rentals* Fulton Chain • Raquette Lake • Blue Mountain Lake • Long Lake Indian Lake • Old Forge • Inlet • Big Moose Lake HOLLISTER ASSOCIATES Surveying & Mapping the Adirondack Park for over 50 Years D. G. Hollister P.L.S. William D. Hollister P.L.S. P.O. Box 436, 130 Hollister Road Old Forge, NY 13420 315-367-6538 • Fax 315-369-6728 [email protected] 4 ® Welcome W e invite you to visit the Central area of the Adirondacks. Here you can forget your worries watching the sunset from an Adirondack chair at one of our lakeside resorts or in a remote lean to backpack camping. You might just row rhythmically in a traditional guide boat or rediscover your youth on a scenic seaplane, on horseback, or paddling a canoe through our part of the Adirondacks. Y ou will encounter the area’s charm at our varied accommodations, restaurants, and specialty shops, where the always personable owners are usually working and ready to greet each visitor with a smile. You might just splash the time away in one of our many Adirondack lakes, or view those same lakes from the top of a mountain or on a scenic chairlift ride. Or if snowmobiling is your passion, the Towns of Inlet and Webb trail system offers hundreds of miles of professionally groomed trails, where accommodations and eateries are easily accessible. Known as the “Snowmobile Capital of the East,” the trail system attracts snowmobilers from all over the country. Many of these snowmobile trails are also open in the summer to hikers and mountain bikers, allowing visitors an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Adirondacks while testing their skills on unique and diverse terrain. Thus, hiking, mountain biking, primitive backpacking and inseason big game hunting fill the forest space around us. Numerous flat-water canoe and kayak routes exist between and around the villages. Sport fishing for trout, bass and salmon is available in the Fulton Chain of Lakes, as well as in the many streams and ponds in the area. All types of camping, from RV to tenting to free primitive camp sites, is available for enthusiasts in and around both Inlet and Old Forge. So come visit our beautiful area and may your stay with us be uplifting, relaxing and enjoyable. 5 Activities Backpacking - The Towns of Inlet and Webb are surrounded by a vast paradise for backpackers of all abilities. Adventures range from an easy half day hike to a full challenge deep woods excursion. Put on your pack and explore the deep wilderness areas that surround us. There are also NYS Licensed Adirondack Guides to accompany and educate you on your trip and outfitters ready to make sure you have the necessary gear for a safe and comfortable back country excursion. Baseball - Two ball fields are located in Inlet’s two parks; a standard little league field at Arrowhead Park and a full size major league field at Fern Park. Both fields are open for play till dusk. (Closed only during Inlet’s youth program practices & games.) A baseball field on Park Ave in Old Forge is also open for play. (Closed only during Webb’s youth program practices & games.) Basketball - Two basketball courts are available at Inlet’s Fern Park, one indoor and one outdoor. The park is located on South Shore Road. An outdoor basketball court is available at the North Street field in Old Forge. The field is located on North Street. Bring a ball and have some fun with your whole family. Bird Watching - There are many opportunities to catch sight of some of those birds on your life list in the Inlet and Old Forge area: Mourning Warblers, Bluebirds, Common Snipe, Grey Catbird, American Bittern, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Black-backed Woodpecker, Common Loon and many more. Boating - Inlet has four hard surface ramp NYS boat launch sites: 1-On Route 28 in the village of Inlet launching into Fourth Lake giving accessibility through the first five lakes of the Fulton Chain and into Old Forge Pond with parking for 25 cars & trailers and limited restroom facilities. 1- 2 miles north of downtown Inlet on Route 28 at Seventh Lake with access to Sixth Lake, parking for 20 cars & trailers and limited restroom facilities. 3-Within Eight Lake Campground with 6 parking for 10 cars & trailers. 4-Within Limekiln Lake Campground with parking for 15 cars & trailers. There are marinas located on Old Forge Pond, on Fourth Lake, along the Inlet Channel and on Seventh Lake that offer boat rentals, gas, and service. Boat safely, and obey all aquatic navigation laws. Pick up a boater’s guide in the Inlet Information Office or the Town of Webb Visitor Center. Camping - For reservations at any DEC campground call 1-800-456-CAMP or go to www.reserveamerica.com. Alger Island DEC Campground(17 sites) 315-369-3224. Open mid-May until Labor Day. Located on Fourth Lake. Boat access only. Brown’s Tract DEC Campground(90 sites) 315-354-4412. Open mid-May until Labor Day. Located on the Uncas Rd. Cascade LakeLocated of the Big Moose Road. Sign in at the trailhead. 1.5 miles hike to the lake. First come, first served. Camp in designated sites only. Eighth Lake DEC Campground(126 sites) 315-354-4120. Open mid-May until mid-October. Located on Route 28, 5 miles north of Inlet. Fulton Chain of LakesOld Forge Pond to Eighth Lake. Lean-tos and campsites on Fourth Lake, Seventh Lake and Eighth Lake. First come, first served. Many are boat access only. Kayuta Lake Campground315-831-5077 www.campadirondack.com Limekiln Lake DEC Campground(271 sites) 315-357-4401. Open mid-May until Labor Day. Take Route 28 to Limekiln Road, approximately 2 miles down on the right. Moose River Recreation AreaFree camping for 3 days, any stay longer needs a permit from the local Forest Ranger. Area designated campsites are located along the main packed gravel roads through the 66 thousand square acre area. First come, first serve. Pick up a map at the entrance or use topographical maps to hike, backpack, fish or camp. Enter off Route 28 in Indian Lake or from the Limekiln Road in Inlet. For more information call 518-648-5246. Moss LakeLocated on the Big Moose Road. Sign in at the trailhead. Short hike to the first sites. 1.5 Miles to sites on opposite side of the lake. First come, first serve. Camp in designated sites only. Be respectful of the wildlife in the area. Nick’s Lake DEC Campground(112 sites) 315-369-3314. Open early May until Columbus Day. Turn off Route 28 by the Post Office and follow signs to campground. Old Forge Camping Resort 315-369-6011 1-800-CAMPING www.oldforgecamping.com Singing Waters Campground315-369-6618 www.singingwaters.com Canoeing/Kayaking - Paddlers flock from all over the Northeast to explore the waterways in the Inlet and Old Forge area. The Fulton Chain of Lakes provides for day trips or overnight excursions. Venturing north or south there are also opportunities to paddle rivers, large lakes and small ponds. Our area is a haven for paddlers. There are plenty of areas surrounding us that are exclusive to paddlers. Local marinas, outfitters and guides would be happy to answer any questions for you and help you on your journey, small or extensive. Rentals are available. Old Forge is the western terminus of the 740 mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. The historic trail begins in Old Forge and travels to Fort Kent, Maine. For more information on paddling the trail visit: www.northernforestcanoetrail.org. Cross-Country Skiing - Inlet is on the cutting edge for traditional and skate skiing offering miles of free groomed trails at Fern Park on Loomis Road and on the Inlet Golf Course on Route 28 and the Limekiln Lake Campground on Limekiln Road. Fern Park has 22K of well-marked groomed trails with some challenging climbs and descents. 2K are lighted for night skiing. The Inlet Golf Course and Limekiln Lake Campground offer some 3.5K of skate and traditional trails at each location. McCauley Mountain offers 10K of groomed trails with some spectacular views. There are trails at Thendara Golf Course. There are also nice ski touring trails around Moss Lake and Cascade Lake. Many of the summer hiking trails are open to skiing in the area. Downhill Skiing - With an altitude of 2300’ and a vertical drop of 633’ McCauley Mountain sure is “New York’s Best Family Mountain.” The mountain features twenty-one trails with difficulty levels ranging from novice to expert, two lifts and two tows. The addition of a terrain park has made McCauley increasingly popular with snowboarders. A ski school, ski shop and cozy chalet with restaurant and lounge complete the ski area package. Family Camps – Adirondack Woodcraft Camps, Old Forge 315-369-6031 www.awc1.com Camp Mark 7, Fourth Lake 315-357-6089 www.campmark7.org YMCA Camp Gorham, Big Moose 315-357-6401 www.campgorham.org Fishing/Ice Fishing - Fishermen that fish in the Inlet and Old Forge area know that the waters offer some of the most diversified fishing around. Bass, Muskie, Trout and Landlocked Salmon are just a sample of the fish in our area. Talk to local residents or hire an experienced guide to learn more about where the fish are biting. Public fishing is available from state and town land including the boat launches on Fourth and Seventh Lakes, the boardwalk in Arrowhead Park on Fourth Lake, the lakefront at Old Forge Pond, and all of the DEC State Campgrounds. Some of our best fishing is ice fishing in the winter on our majestic frozen lakes. (All fishing should be done abiding by the rules and regulations with a NYS fishing license, available year around at the Town Clerks’ Offices or Ace Hardware.) Golfing - There are two wonderful golf courses in the Inlet and Old Forge area. The Inlet Golf Club is an 18-hole, championship resort golf course adjacent to Sixth Lake, in the Town of Inlet. The Golf Course has a long tradition and has been totally updated to provide visitors with a superb layout and well-manicured conditions. Bottle Brook and the surrounding mountains offer many different views and add to the pleasure of your “Decidedly Adirondack” experience. Expect to see a multitude of wildlife. For more information call 315-357-3503 or go to www.inletgolfclub.com. The Thendara Golf Course is a an 18-hole par 72, Donald Ross Designed Championship Golf Course, once played by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Lee Travino, Chi Chi Rodriguez and a number of other famous golfers. The course is cut right out of the natural beauty of the Central Adirondacks. With its plush grasses, meticulously maintained greens and fairways, this course is a pleasure, no matter what your level of play. The course will take you down doglegs, past sandtraps, onto elevated and rolling greens and through some very unique Adirondack beauty. For more information call 315-369-3136 or go to www.thendaragolfclub.com. Hiking – There are many trails to hike in the Inlet and Old Forge area. Please see our Map and Trail Descriptions on page 9. Horseback Riding - Riding is very popular in the Adirondacks. The stable in Inlet, Adirondack Saddle Tours, is well qualified to give beginners or experts an enjoyable equine experience. All excursions are led by experienced horsemen. Instructions are given prior to each ride. Helmets are provided and waivers must be signed in order to participate. Rides vary from 45 minutes to all day special arrangements can be made to have cookouts, camp over or special activities as a portion of your ride. Adirondack Saddle Tours is located off Uncas Road and Route 28 just as you come into Inlet from the south. For more information call 315-357-4499 or go to www.adkhorse.com. Your horseback riding adventure will include a 1 hour excursion or for the more adventurous, or a 2 hour ride might be more what you’re looking for. Spend your time entirely on a horse or just relaxing by the pond listening to the sounds of a working ranch under a big old shade tree. It’s group therapy, as some may say, if you want to spoil it by getting scientific. It’s better known around here as a heckuva good time! For riders who have their own horse and wish to trailer here for a weekend of trail rides contact the Inlet Information Office or the Town of Webb Visitor Center for maps and parking locations. Hunting - For 150 years the Inlet and Old Forge area has been and will continue to be the best place for sportsmen hunting in the Adirondack Park. 100,000 acres of state owned land surround the Inlet area. Hunting with NYS Licenses will allow for multi-season and species sport. Many sportsmen arrive before the regular big game season for muzzleloading, bow-hunting, and early bear season. Whitetail deer are plentiful and small game are also popular here. Ducks, turkey, and snowshoe hare are just a sample. Licenses are available in our Town Clerks’ Offices, and at Ace Hardware. Non-resident hunters must hold a hunting license in their home state or a hunting safety certificate in order to purchase a NYS hunting license. DEC Hunting and Fishing Hot Line at Ray Brook Region 5 is 518-891-5413. Ice-skating - In the winter months Inlet’s Fern Park Pavilion holds an indoor skating rink, as well as a warming room and restrooms. The rink is open 9AM to 10PM daily, weather permitting. Hockey is permitted after 5PM. An indoor skating rink with heated restrooms is also available in Old Forge at a new site TBA. Normally ice is good at one or both of the rinks from mid December to mid March. Mountain Biking - This challenging or recreational sport can be enjoyed by all abilities in many locations in the Inlet and Old Forge area. Trail maps are available at the Inlet Information Office and the Town of Webb Visitor Center. These maps show which trails allow mountain bikes and delineates easy and intermediate trails. Inlet and Old Forge each have a full service mountain bike shop with rentals. Movies - Enjoy watching first run films all year long on the four screens at The Strand Theatrewww.strandoldforge.com. During July and August, Inlet’s own historic Tamarack Movie House is also a great place to watch first run movies. Movie rentals are also available in both towns. Playgrounds - Playground equipment is available at Arrowhead Park, The George T. Hildebrant Recreation Center on North Street, and McCauley Mountain Ski Area in Old Forge, and Fern Park in Inlet. Picnic Areas - There are many perfect Adirondack picnic areas to visit in the Inlet and Old Forge area. In downtown Inlet at Arrowhead Park, there is a pavilion, hibachis and picnic tables within 200 feet of restrooms, a children’s playground, ball field, tennis courts and a lakefront for swimming. Inlet’s Fern Park offers hiking trails, restrooms, and major league ball field, plus a large pavilion which can be reserved through the Town Clerk’s Office at 315-357-5771 for special occasions. The Old Forge Lakefront offers benches and a relaxing view of Old Forge Pond with 7 restrooms close by. Picnic tables and hibachis are available on North Street at the George T. Hildebrant Recreation Center on North Street where there is also a basketball court and soccer field. There are also several NYS DEC Campgrounds in Inlet and Old Forge that have pavilions and picnic areas designed for the best possible relaxation on an Adirondack waterfront, day use fee required. Sailing - Most area lakes offer sailing fun. Fourth Lake and Big Moose Lake are popular lakes. Sailing the Fulton Chain of Lakes from Fourth Lake in Inlet to Old Forge Pond is also popular. Sailing races are held throughout the summer season call 315-357-6004 for a schedule. Sailboat rentals are also available on Fourth Lake. Seaplane Tours - Inlet offers short and long trip seaplane tours over the west central Adirondacks. Take a trip with an experienced bush pilot to a remote fishing spot or just soar above the millions of acres of lush mountains and lakes. Shopping - If your passion is to shop for that perfect gift or souvenir, bring your shopping list and you will find that special item and card to go with it in our many quaint shops. The range of gift items include afghans, candles, cards, stationary, cloths, moccasins, flags, jewelry, music, pillows, pottery, rustic furniture, camping equipment and much, much more. Sledding - Recreational sledding is available at Inlet’s Fern Park, weather permitting, normally mid November – mid April until 10:00 PM under the lights. Tubes and plastic sleds are allowed and sledding should be done under the supervision of adults. Sledding is also available in Old Forge at the George T. Hildebrant Recreation Center and McCauley Mountain Ski Area. Snowmobiling - Inlet and Old Forge have been and will continue to be one of the premier places of destination for recreational snowmobiling in the Northeast. Explore hundreds of miles of scenic trails that lead through some of the most pristine areas in the west central Adirondacks. Our trail system connects the many lodgings, accommodations, fuel, restaurants and shops with its well groomed trail system. Inlet is the gateway to the Moose River Recreation Area, 8 a 35-mile State-owned corridor trail jointly groomed from Inlet to Indian Lake. The towns of Inlet and Webb have a joint permit trail system that allows for easy access to Inlet, Big Moose, Stillwater, and Old Forge. NYS requires that any out of state sleds carry NYS registration and insurance. Our trail system also requires a permit which can be purchased through the Inlet Information Office or the Town of Webb Visitor Center. The funds from the permit are used for grooming and trail maintenance. The area offers full service snowmobile shops for rentals maintenance and sales, of sleds and accessories. Snowshoeing - With an average snowfall of over 250 inches and miles of hiking trails you can’t find a better place than the Towns of Inlet and Webb to snowshoe. Bring your snowshoes, rent or purchase a pair when you get here, strap on a pack, hire an Adirondack Guide or go it alone with your friends; the options are endless. It’s the only way to hike in the winter. Miles of trails for all abilities are available within moments of the downtown areas. Mountain trails with a vista or wooded long distance treks for the whole family. Soccer - The Al Stripp Soccer Field on North Street in Old Forge is a regulation size field where the Town of Webb hosts the annual Columbus Day Soccer Tournaments. This field is open for play when not being used by the school or youth programs. Swimming - Inlet and Webb’s many lakes offer perfect temperatures and clean Adirondack water to cool off any warm summer day. Most accommodations offer lakefront swimming. Inlet’s Arrowhead Park and the Old Forge Public Beach both offer a free sandy beach with swimming and lifeguards on duty 9-6 daily during the summer months. Our DEC State campgrounds also offer day-use swimming with lifeguards on duty. Tennis - Enjoy tennis in the Town of Inlet’s historic Arrowhead Park. Two tennis courts are located in the center of the park with a beautiful view of Fourth Lake. Sign ups for court times can be made a week in advance in the Inlet information office, seven days a week 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. The courts are closed 12-2 PM on Mon-Fri during the Inlet youth program. Tennis courts are also located near the Old Forge Beach on Old Forge’s Lakefront. They are closed Friday mornings for the Webb youth program. White Water Rafting - You can plan an adventure that varies from novice paddling to roaring rapids. There are whitewater rafting companies in the Inlet and Old Forge area. Experienced licensed guides will be happy to coordinate an adventure to your liking. Young at Hearts - Inlet’s Senior Citizens Group that meets every Thursday to play Bridge. Fourth Thursday of the month is bring a dish to pass luncheon. They also meet additional days in the summer for Duplicate Bridge, Poker and more. Occasional outings are also planned. For more information call Pat Ellis 315-357-5592. Youth Programs - The Inlet Youth Commission offers an outstanding summer program for youths. Children may participate in swimming lessons, tennis lessons, baseball, softball, and golf. The program is set up so that elementary age children may participate in more than one activity. The Youth Commission also hosts a Halloween parade and party, trips to see sporting events and performances and makes sure every child in the Inlet area receives a gift at Christmas. For more information call 315-357-6121. Town of Webb has a summer youth recreation program that offers playschool at the George T. Hildebrant Recreation Center, tennis, t-ball and basketball in the Park Avenue building, and baseball. Area Hiking Map 1. Trail to Rondaxe Mountain Fire Tower (Bald Mountain) Halfway between Inlet & Old Forge on Route 28, turn onto Rondaxe Road, travel .2 miles and the parking and trailhead are on the left. The trail is intermediate and the peak can be reached by a brisk 30-minute hike. This parking also allows access for trailheads to Fly Pond .3 miles, Carry Pond .6 miles, the Railroad Bed .7 miles and the spur trail to Mountain Pond 1.7 miles. 2. Scenic Trail to Rondaxe Road The trail is about 4.5 miles long (easy). The DEC has put in a new parking area at this location which also allows access to Bubb Lake .8 miles, Sis Lake 1.5 miles and the spur trail to Mountain Pond. 3. Trail to Moss Lake Off of Route 28 turn onto the Big Moose Road in Eagle Bay, travel 3.8 miles and use the parking lot on the left. There are two separate parking areas, one for Handicapped Accessibility. The trail around the lake is easy and 3 miles. This also serves as the trailhead to Bubb Lake 1.5 miles and Sis Lake 2.5 miles. 4. Trail to Cascade Lake Off of Route 28 turn onto the Big Moose Road in Eagle Bay, travel 1.8 miles to the trailhead parking on the right. The trail to the lake is 2 miles (easy) and to Cascade Falls is 3 miles (easy). A spur trail continues to Queer Lake 4.6 miles (intermediate). 5. Trail to Rocky Mountain Summit On Route 28, just south of downtown Inlet. From the trailhead to the top it is .6 miles of intermediate climb. Parking area is also used for Black Bear Mountain. 6. Trail to Black Bear Mountain Summit On Route 28, just south of downtown Inlet. The trailhead is all the way to the right of the parking lot. From the trailhead to the summit is 3.5 miles (steeper intermediate) or you can take the steeper, more difficult 2.1 miles. Parking area is also used for Rocky Mountain. 7. Uncas Black Bear Mountain Trail Take the Uncas Road off Route 28 near Eagle Bay, travel 4 miles parking on the right. Look for signs for the ski trail access. 2.2 to the top of the mountain (intermediate). Trail also continues to Bug Lake 3.1 miles and Eagle’s Nest Pond 3.8 miles. 8. Trail to Bug Lake and Eagle’s Nest 5 miles north of Inlet, on Route 28, enter the Eighth Lake Campground. Trail to Bug Lake 1.5 miles (easy) and to Eagle’s Nest Pond 1 mile. Look for ski trail markers to continue to Black Bear Mountain 4.5 miles. 9. Self-Guided Nature Trail Enter the Limekiln Road from Route 28, north of down town Inlet, travel 2 miles to the Limekiln Campground entrance. Pay the day use fee. Self-guided nature trail brochure at trailhead, 1.5 miles (easy). Also access to the trail to Limekiln Falls 3 miles (intermediate) and Third Lake 8 miles. 10. Cathedral Pines 3 miles north of Inlet on Route 28, watch for small pull off on the right at the end of a long straight stretch. Trailhead is across the road. The trail is .5 miles (easy). Trailhead may be difficult to find, it has a small worn sign. 11. Ferd’s Bog Turn onto the Uncas Road from Route 28 near Eagle Bay, travel 3.3 miles and use left shoulder. The trail is .4 miles - half trail, half floating boardwalk. 12. Fern Park Turn on to the South Shore Road in Inlet, travel .2 miles and take a left on Loomis Road. Trails vary in range from easy to difficult. Maps are available at the trailhead and at the Inlet Information Office. 13. Windfall Pond Trailhead Off of Route 28 turn onto the Big Moose Road in Eagle Bay, travel 5.8 miles and use the parking on the right. This trailhead takes you to 1.8 miles to Windfall Pond (easy). Trail then continues to West Mountain and Raquette Lake (18 miles) with pond-side lean-tos along the route (advanced backpacking.) 9 Attractions Scenic Railroad Adirondack Scenic Railroad Old Forge Take an Adirondack adventure and observe pristine woods and wildlife. Many specials during the week including train robberies, eco-tours, murder mysteries, dinner & party train and barbecues. Runs MayOctober. Spectacular fall foliage trips. Call for free brochure of schedules or visit us on-line for special discounts. Toll Free - 1-877-508-6728 AdirondackRR.com Boat Tours Scenic boat cruises are available on Big Moose Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, the first four lakes of the Fulton Chain (departing from Old Forge pond), Long Lake and Raquette Lake. Big Moose Lake Tours Big Moose (315) 357-3532 Blue Mountain Livery Scenic Chairlift Blue Mountain Lake (518) 352-7351 Long Lake Boat Tours Long Lake (518) 624-3911 Old Forge Lake Cruises Old Forge Raquette Lake Navigation Raquette Lake (315) 354-5532 RaquetteLakeNavigation.com (see ad page 17) (315) 369-6473 OldForgeCruises.com (see ad page 31) McCauley Mountain Scenic Chairlift Old Forge Breathtaking. Be dazzled by spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and lakes when you take the 10 minute trip to the top of the mountain. Pack a lunch and eat at the free picnic area as you observe deer in their natural habitat. A great family value. Open late June-mid Columbus Day (315) 369-3225 McCauleyNY.com Theme Parks Enchanted Forest/ Water Safari Old Forge New York’s Largest Water Theme Park; it’s a perennial family-favorite vacation destination. Open mid-June through Labor Day. Admission includes unlimited access to 32 water rides, all shows and over 50 rides and attractions in all! Group rates, company picnics and package prices. (315) 369-6145 WaterSafari.com (see ad page 2) 10 Calypso’s Cove Old Forge Located next door to Enchanted Forest is a family fun center, including go-karts, miniature golf, batting cages, a state of the art arcade and redemption center and more. (315) 369-6145 WaterSafari.com (see ad page 23) Farmers Market Old Forge Old Forge Farmer’s Market Fridays from 2 - 6pm June 26 thru October 9th Located on Park Ave. (Behind the Old Forge Hardware store.) Join us for farm-fresh produce, baked goods and special events throughout the season. For information call Kelly Hamlin, Market Manager at (315) 369-2313 Great Camp Sagamore Raquette Lake For more than 50 years, Sagamore served as the summer retreat of the Alfred G. Vanderbilt family. Today Sagamore, the only Great Camp operating as a non-profit organization, is open to the public for tours, and accommodations for outdoor, craft, and heritage residential programs. Summer tours are at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM. Reservations for tours are recommended. (315) 354-5311 www.sagamore.org Educational Centers Arts Center/Old Forge Old Forge Celebrating over 50 year of bringing arts to the Central Adirondacks. Presenting year-round exhibits, workshops and performances for all ages. Host of the prestigious Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors. Call for events and information. (315) 369-6411 www.artscenteroldforge.org (see ad page 17) Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts Blue Mountain Lake The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts is committed to bringing a World of Arts to the Central Adirondacks all year long. The Arts Center is the only cultural institution of its kind in Hamilton County that is open winter, spring, summer and fall. (518) 352-7715 www.adk-arts.org Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks - The Wild Center Tupper Lake The Wild Center is where the wild world of the Adirondacks opens before your eyes. Take a tour and dive into living exhibits. (518) 359-7800 www.wildcenter.org Town of Webb Historical Association - Old Forge The Goodsell Museum features six rooms of continually changing exhibits, artifacts, photographs and memorabilia of early life in the Adirondacks. Genealogy research material is available. Open Tuesday-Saturday, no admission. (315) 369-3838 www.webbhistory.org Museums Adirondack Museum Blue Mountain Lake This attraction offers a historical perspective on the Adirondack Mountains. The museum offers workshops on logging, boats, outdoor recreation, mining, craftsmanship, and fine arts. Historic structures range from a log hotel to a one room school house. Visitors can walk through the landscaped grounds, tour a beautiful garden, and take in the view of the surrounding area. (518) 352-7311 www.adkmuseum.org The Forest Industries Exhibit Hall Old Forge The Forest Industries Exhibit Hall showcases the beauty and utility of our native woods. See examples of modern multiple use forest management practices and examples of more than 5,000 useful products now being made from native woods. Located on State Route 28, 1 mile north of Old Forge. Open Mon & Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12noon-5pm Closed Tuesdays. Free admission. (315) 369-3078 come relax. 11 Attractions Seaplanes Take the opportunity to see the beautiful Adirondack Mountains from a “bird’s eye view.” There are so many lakes in the area you’ll have trouble counting them all. Go on a short ride or arrange for longer excursions -- our seaplane operators are flexible and want to give you the best possible ride. Helms Aero Service Long Lake (518) 624-3931 Payne’s Air Service Inlet (315) 357-3971 Golfing Enjoy the perfect blend of nature and golf at its finest nestled amongst the Adirondack Mountains and lakes. Inlet Golf Club, Inc. Inlet (see ad page 25) (315) 357-3503 www.inletny.com Thendara Golf Course Old Forge (see ad page 22) (315) 369-3136 www.thendaragolfclub.com Horseback Tours A unique way to explore wilderness trails, with adventures customized for the novice to experienced rider. Adirondack Saddle Tours - Inlet (see ad page 17) (315) 357-4499 1-877-795-7488 www.adkhorse.com Skiing Cross-country Skiing - Inlet & Old Forge Inlet is on the cutting edge for traditional and skate skiing offering miles of free groomed trails at Fern Park on Loomis Road and on the Inlet Golf Course on Route 28 and the Limekiln Lake Campground on Limekiln Road. Fern Park has 22K of well-marked groomed trails with some challenging climbs and descents. 2K are lighted for night skiing. The Inlet Golf Course and Limekiln Lake Campground offer some 3.5K of skate and traditional trails at each location. McCauley Mountain offers 10K of groomed trails with some spectacular views. There are also nice ski touring trails around Moss Lake and Cascade Lake. Many of the summer hiking trails are open to skiing in the area. 12 McCauley Mountain Skiing - Old Forge With an altitude of 2300’ and a vertical drop of 633’ it sure is “New York’s Best Family Mountain.” The mountain features twentyone trails with difficulty levels ranging from novice to expert, two lifts and two tows. The addition of a terrain park has made McCauley increasingly popular with snowboarders. A ski school, ski shop and cozy chalet with restaurant and lounge complete the ski area package. (315) 369-3225 McCauleyNY.com (see ad page 16) Snowmobiling Old Forge & Inlet “The Snowmobile Capital of the East” the Central Adirondacks have been synonymous with snowmobiling for over forty years. Old Forge and Inlet offer hundreds of miles of groomed trails through majestic Adirondack woodlands, to peaks with wonderful vistas and pristine backwoods lakes & streams. The Central Adirondack region experiences plenty of snow, some winters as much as three hundred inches, with snowmobiling from early December through March. Snowmobiling in the Central Adirondack area has been described as “riding through a Christmas card”. Free trail maps are available at all town Visitor Information Centers and at area businesses. Whitewater Rafting Old Forge Since 1980, A.R.O. Adventures has guided thousands of guests rafting down the exciting rivers of the Adirondack Mountains of New York State, New York’s finest whitewater rafting! We were the first outfitter to offer trips on the Moose and Black rivers, one of the original rafting companies on the Hudson and Sacandaga rivers, and remain one of New York’s largest white water rafting outfitters. ARO (Adirondack River Outfitters) Adventures, Old Forge. 800-525-RAFT (7238) www.aroadventures.com Calendar of Events Because this listing is prepared in advance, please call to confirm dates and times of events. 1-866-GOINLET or www.InletNY.com • 1-877-OLDFORGE or www.OldForgeNY.com unless a different number is provided. January Unlimited recreational opportunities including snowmobiling, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding and ice fishing. Cabin Fever Sundays at the Adirondack Museum. Wonderful exhibits at the Arts Center/Old Forge. all day! “Back In The Day Game” includes Town of Webb School Alumni and Faculty in the over-30 age group. Following will be our “Alumni Superstar Game” featuring more recent TOW alumni in the under-30 age group taking on Adirondack High School Alumni. May February Annual Winter Carnival Weekend - Old Forge First weekend in February. Activities and fireworks. McCauley Mountain Ski Area. Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association and the Town of Webb. Adirondack Bank Sled Dog Races - Inlet The Inlet Area Business Association with the help of the New England Sled Dog Club and Adirondack Bank will once again bring sled dog racing to Inlet. The New York State Sled Dog Championship will be held on trails behind Murdock Trucking on Limekiln Road. Races will run Saturday & Sunday. There will be a dog yard set up at the Start/Finish line which is where you can meet the dogs and talk with their owners. Special rides for children, and lots of fun! Frozen Fire & Lights - Inlet Noon-5pm. Bring the family for a full day of fun! Bonfire & treats at Fern Park with free sledding (bring your own sled), ice skating, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing (rentals available). Then join us at Arrowhead Park at 5pm for a much larger bonfire, free treats & cocoa and a spectacular display of fireworks around 7pm. Fireworks sponsored by the Town of Inlet, the CAA and area businesses. Call or check our website for details. Annual New York Snow Run - Inlet (Last Weekend in February) A snowmobile ride for the awareness of breast cancer in men and women sponsored by the Pink Ribbon Riders. The weekend includes a welcoming party, event ride, lunch, dinner party, music & giveaways. For more information: www.pinkribbonriders.com March SNOFEST - Old Forge Early March, Preview & demo rides of 2011 snowmobiles and gear, freestyle snocross shoes. Annual Old Forge St. Paddy’s Parade - Festivities & floats. April Annual Easter Egg Hunt 11:30am. George T Hiltebrant Recreation Center. For children up to 11 years to hunt for eggs and redeem them for prizes! Bring your own basket! Free of charge. Sponsored by the Arts Center/Old Forge. Annual Wandering Eskimo Basketball Boosters Charity Basketball Event A fun-filled day of delicious food and exciting hardwood action. Special guest appearances by basketball legends. Three-point and free throw shoot out Community Pride Day - Inlet & Old Forge (First Wednesday in May) The community gets together to clean up the streets from Thendara, Old Forge, Eagle Bay to Inlet stretching into Big Moose. Every volunteer gets a free t-shirt and a hearty lunch. Annual Fire & Spice Festival - Inlet (First Sunday in May) A juried competition for amateur & professional chefs alike at the Seventh Lake House in Inlet. The public can sample all the entries and vote for their “popular choice.” Sponsored by the Seventh Lake House. For more information call 315-357-6028. Adirondack Boat Show and Outdoor Expo (Third Weekend in May) The only “on water” motorboat show in the Adirondacks! Come check out the newest boats and outdoor equipment available. Test drive, test paddle, test it all at Arrowhead Park. Entertainment and activities being planned throughout the weekend. Annual Northeast Pastel Exhibition Old Forge Arts Center/Old Forge. Paddlefest New York State’s largest on-water canoe and kayak expo. Test paddle a variety of boats, watch demos and lectures, talk to the experts in the field and find out what you need to know to begin or improve your paddling experiences. Sponsored by Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company 315-369-6672 or visit www.mountainmanoutdoors.com. Annual Giant Garage Sale - Old Forge to Inlet Memorial Day Weekend . Sales along Route 28 & South Shore Road from Old Forge to Inlet. Find some great deals! Annual Adirondack Polka Fest Memorial Day Weekend - Annual Adirondack Polka FestivalHeld at the George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center on North Street in Old Forge. Featuring the nation’s top polka bands, Polish and American food and beverages. Music is from 1pm to 9pm each day. A Polka Mass will be held on Sunday at noon. For information and tickets, call host Dave Sychtysz, phone 315- 699-1708. Memorial Day Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremonies - Old Forge & Inlet Ceremony at 9am in front of the Inlet Town Hall. Parade down Main Street in Old Forge at 10am. Ceremonies at school, Fire Hall, cemetery. Refreshments after at Old Forge Fire Hall. Sponsored by local American Legion Posts. Thunder in Old Forge - Old Forge Late May weekend. Motorcycle gathering. Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association. www.ThunderinOldForge.com 13 come relax. June National Trails Day - Inlet (First Weekend in June) Inlet has an abundance of multi-use trails. Spend the weekend exploring the area on foot, bike, horseback, canoe or kayak. Celebrate our trails! Annual Black Fly Challenge Family Weekend - Inlet (Second Weekend in June) The longest NORBA sanctioned destination race in the eastern U.S. : forty miles through the wild Moose River Plains between Inlet and Indian Lake. The two towns alternate as race start host, with Indian Lake hosting the start in 2009. Fun events throughout the weekend include bike clinics, family group rides, Black Fly Bash at The Woods Inn, Hill Climbs & more! Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association. “A Weekend for the Birds” -Adirondack Style - Inlet (Third Weekend in June) A weekend of guided bird watching hikes, lectures and special presentations throughout the county, featuring Gary Lee in the Inlet area. Promoted by Hamilton County. www.adirondackbirds.com Annual Classic Car Parade & Show - Old Forge Friday evening and Saturday of Father’s Day Weekend, George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Annual Father’s Day Frog Jumping Contest - Old Forge Father’s Day Sunday on the Lakefront at Noon. Children can bring their champion frog to win prizes and fathers should wear their most outrageous tie! Largest, smallest, and longest jumper. Great family fun! Don’t worry, all frogs are released unharmed. Adirondack Theme Biennial Photo Exhibition - Old Forge Arts Center / Old Forge. July Annual Craft Fair at the North Street Recreation Center - Old Forge First weekend in July. Crafters from the Northeast display their waresat the George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Sponsored by the Arts Center/Old Forge 315-369-6411 Annual Fireworks Display and Band Concert - Old Forge July 4, Old Forge Lakefront. An Adirondack event that has continued for decades. Annual Ping Pong Ball Drop - Inlet (July 4th at 1pm) Come to Inlet’s Fern Park and wait for the seaplane to fly overhead and drop ping pong balls on the park’s main field. Watch out for the hundreds of children who race onto the field to collect 3 in exchange for prizes. Great fun for children under the age of 12! Sponsored by the Inlet Youth Commission, the Town of Inlet and many area businesses. Fireworks - Inlet (July 4th) Enjoy the fireworks over Fourth Lake. Great views from Arrowhead Park. Show time is at dusk. Sponsored by the Town of Inlet. “Sunsets by the Lake” Summer Concert Series - Inlet (Saturdays, July 4th - Labor Day) Arrowhead Park. Enjoy a variety of performances while watching one of the most spectacular sunsets in the Adirondacks. Call or check our website for details. Summer Concert Series on the Lakefront - Old Forge July 4 - Labor Day, under the stars every Sunday night, 7pm. 14 From Rock and Roll to Easy Listening. Antique Wooden Boat Show and Fulton Chain Rendezvous - Old Forge Old Forge Lakefront. “Arts in the Park” - Inlet (Third weekend in July) Over 100 artisans and craftsmen fill Arrowhead Park with handmade, one-of-a-kind wares for sale. The works include paintings, rustic furniture, pottery, hand-sewn items, unique jewelry, special novelties and more. With music and food there is a little something for every one. Sponsored by the Town of Inlet. “An Evening with the Syracuse Symphony” - Inlet (Last Friday in July) Under the tent in Arrowhead Park at 8pm. Bring your family to enjoy a free children’s concert in the afternoon. Attend a cocktail reception to help support the program. Sponsored by The Fulton Chain of Lakes Performing Arts Council, Inc. PO Box 608, Inlet, NY 13360 for tickets and information. Northeast Pastel Exhibition - Old Forge Arts Center/Old Forge 315-369-6411 Motorcycle Ride for Kids - Old Forge Ride travels through scenic countryside, with police escort, to quaint mountain village of Old Forge for the CELEBRATION OF LIFE at the George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center, Individual and chapter/club awards presentation and festivities. Event benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Annual Remote Control Model Airplane Show - Old Forge 9-4pm Old Forge Airfield on North Street. Free admission. Food available. Annual Antique Show - Old Forge George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Over 70 dealers. Sponsored by the Arts Center/Old Forge. 315-369-6411 Central Adirondack Art Show - Old Forge Arts Center/Old Forge Adirondack Story Telling Festival - Old Forge 10am-4pm. McCauley Mountain Ski Area. Sponsored by the Old Forge Library. 315-369-6008. Town of Webb Historical Association Benefit Auction - Old Forge Under the tent at the Town of Webb Historical’s Goodsell Museum property. Preview available at 1pm - with a 2pm auction start time. Auction items include new, nearly new, Adirondack and collectibles, something for everyone. Refreshments available. 315-369-3838 August “Sunsets by the Lake” Summer Concert Series - Inlet (Saturdays July 4th - Labor Day) Arrowhead Park. Enjoy a variety of performances while watching one of the most spectacular sunsets in the Adirondacks. Call or check our website for details. Fireworks Over Seventh Lake - Inlet (First weekend in August) Enjoy the fireworks over Seventh Lake. Best views are from the bridge between Sixth and Seventh Lake on the Seventh Lake Road. Show time is at dusk. Sponsored by the Town of Inlet and the Sixth and Seventh Lake Association. IVES Gary Rudd Memorial Golf Tournament - Inlet (Third Sunday in August) “Best ball” golf tournament, held at the Inlet Golf Club. Includes greens fees, buffet, prizes and cart. Benefit Inlet Volunteer Emergency Services, Inc. 315-357-6601 Central Adirondack Art Show - Old Forge Arts Center/Old Forge Annual House Tour Benefit - Old Forge This is a rain or shine event. Purchase tickets in advance. Sponsored by the Arts Center/Old Forge. 315-369-6411 Annual Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Arts Center/Old Forge. 315-369-6411 September Annual Authors Fair - Inlet (Second Saturday in September) Over 35 authors will be available to meet and have books signed. Hosted by the Adirondack Reader 315-357-BOOK. Crafters fill the pavilion and most of the ball field at Fern Park. Free live entertainment throughout the weekend. A food court is set up near the bandstand. Children’s activities, raffles and more! Sponsored by the Town of Inlet. New York Road Run - Inlet (Third Weekend in September) A motorcycle ride for the awareness of breast cancer, held at The Ole Barn, sponsored by the Pink Ribbon Riders. www.pinkribbonriders.com Annual Labor Day Celebration - Old Forge Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association. Band concert, fireworks and the raffle of a new automobile. Old Forge Lakefront. Annual 90-mile Canoe Classic - Old Forge Second weekend in September. Starts in Old Forge and ends in Saranac Lake. A premier canoe race the Adirondack way. 518-891-2744 or www.macscanoe.com Annual Firefighter’s Drill School - Old Forge Mid-September, Drills, classes and special competitions. School at the Old Forge Fire Dept. October Annual CAA/Camp Mark 7 Road Race - Old Forge Saturday of Columbus Day Weekend - 5k, 10k & kids fun run. George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Come run under the fall foliage Annual Northeast Quilts Unlimited Quilt Show - Old Forge Arts Center/Old Forge. 315-369-6411 New York State Muzzleloaders Association Primitive Rendezvous - Inlet (Third Weekend in October) The rendezvous is 100% primitive, and only people dressed in period clothing and using period tents will be allowed in. If you don’t camp primitive, you can come visit us on the first Sunday of the event. The visitation day will involve shooting demonstrations and other promotional activities. For more information visit the New York State Muzzleloaders Association. www.nysmla.org. Halloween Parade & Party - Inlet (Friday Before Halloween) Children parade through town and then meet at the IVES Building, where judging begins, prizes are awarded and refreshments are served. All ages welcome. Sponsored by Inlet Youth Commission. 315-357-6121 Halloween Parade, Party, Pumpkin Carving - Old Forge Late October, Old Forge Fire Department and North Street Pavilion. November McCauley Mountain Ski Pass and Equipment Sale - Old Forge Early November. Good used equipment sale. Preseason discount ends November 15 for Towns of Webb & Inlet Snowmobile Trail Permits. Turkey Raffle - Eagle Bay Support the Eagle Bay Fire Department & Auxiliary as they raffle off 40 turkeys, hold 50/50 raffles, give away door prizes, raffle off a pair of kayaks & offer refreshments. Held at the Eagle Bay Fire Hall. Adirondack Christmas on Main Street - Inlet & Old Forge Weekend after Thanksgiving, enjoy Christmas shopping in a relaxed Adirondack atmosphere. Family fun all weekend long including horse drawn wagon rides, parade & tree lighting events & visits from Santa & Mrs. Claus. Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association and the businesses from Old Forge to Inlet. Home For The Holidays - Old Forge Hand crafted gifts for the holidays. Arts Center/Old Forge. December Tree Lighting - Eagle Bay Join the residents of Eagle Bay as they light their tree then meet at the Eagle Bay Fire Hall for refreshments. Towns of Webb & Inlet Snowmobile Trails open for season. McCauley Mountain Ski Area Opens for ski season - Old Forge Annual Snodeo - Old Forge Factory reps show the latest in snowmobile equipment and clothing. Music, fireworks and more. George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Vintage Snowmobile Show - Old Forge George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center. Free. Annual Cookie Swap - Inlet (Second Sunday in December) Bring three dozen of your favorite Christmas cookies and their recipe along with a container to take home three different dozen. 3pm at the Inlet Town Hall. Champagne Bus - Inlet (New Year’s Eve) A safe way to bring in the New Year and enjoy the parties at participating establishments. The bus runs from 8pm – 2am. come relax. 15 Visitor Information Visitor Information Centers Blue Mountain Lake & Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce 5 Main St. – PO Box 724, Indian Lake, NY 12842 1-800-328-LAKE, (518) 648-5112, www.indian-lake.com Inlet Information Center 160 Route 28, PO Box 266, Inlet, NY 13360 1 866 GO INLET, (315) 357-5501, www.inletny.com Raquette Lake & Long Lake Parks Recreation and Tourism PO Box 496, Long Lake, NY 12874-0496 (518) 624-3077, www.longlake-ny.com Old Forge & Town of Webb Visitor Information Center 3140 State Rte 28 – PO Box 68, Old Forge, NY, 13420 1-877-OLDFORGE, www.oldforgeny.com Emergency/Fire/Police IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IN OLD FORGE, INLET, EAGLE BAY, BIG MOOSE, STILLWATER, OR THENDARA*: DIAL 9-1-1 Raquette Lake does not have 911 service. Big Moose Fire Dept. & Ambulance Services ............. (315) 357-3475 Eagle Bay Fire Dept. & Ambulance Services...............(315) 357-3414 Hamilton County Sheriff’s Dept.............. (518) 548-6111 or 548-3113 Inlet Fire Dept...............................................................(315) 357-6601 Inlet Volunteer Emergency Services.............................(315) 357-6601 Old Forge Fire Dept. & Ambulance Services...............(315) 369-3424 Raquette Lake Fire Dept. & Ambulance Services.......... (315) 354-4228 Town of Inlet Police Dept., Inlet...................................(315) 357-5091 Town of Webb Police Dept., Old Forge........................(315) 369-6515 NY State Police Dept.(Old Forge)...................................... (315) 369-3322 * Long Lake/Raquette Lake does not currently have 911 service. Department of Motor Vehicles Old Forge..................................................................... (315) 369-3301 Health Centers/Hospitals Town of Webb Medical Center, Old Forge_________ (315) 369-6619 Banks Adirondack Bank, Old Forge (Ad on page 4)..........(315) 369-3153 Community Bank, N.A., Old Forge . .......................(315) 369-2764 1-800-991-4280 (Ad on page 4) Libraries Inlet Public Library___________________________ (315) 357-6494 Old Forge Library____________________________ (315) 369-6008 Raquette Lake Library ________________________ (315) 354-4005 Churches Big Moose Chapel (Interden.), Big Moose..........(315) 357-2622 Church of the Lakes (Presbyterian), Inlet ...........(315) 357-2961 Inlet Community Church (Interden.), Inlet..........(315) 357-2291 Niccoll’s Memorial Presbyterian Church, Old Forge...........................................................(315) 369-3475 Raquette Lake Chapel, Raquette Lake.................(315) 357-2961 St. Anthony’s (Catholic), Inlet.............................(315) 357-2811 St. Bartholomew’s (Roman Catholic), Old Forge...........................................................(315) 369-3554 St. Olaf’s Chapel, Old Forge................................................... NL St. Peter’s By The Lake, 4th Lake .......................(315) 369-6879 St. William’s, Raquette Lake...............................(315) 354-2811 St. William’s on Long Point, Raquette Lake........(315) 354-4265 Post Offices Old Forge- Zip code 13420............................................(315)369-3414 Eagle Bay- Zip code 13331............................................(315)357-3401 Inlet- Zip code 13360....................................................(315) 357-2012 Raquette Lake- Zip code 13436....................................(315) 354-4291 Thendara- Zip code 13472............................................(315) 369-6525 Winter Trail Conditions Inlet Snowmobile Trail Conditions inletny.com......1-866-GO-INLET Inlet Cross Country Skiing Trail Conditions............1-866-GO-INLET McCauley Mountain Ski Area (See our ad on this page) McCauleyNY.com.....1-866-OLDFORGE Old Forge/ Town of Webb Snowmobile Trail Conditions OldForgeNY.com.... 1-877-OLDFORGE “New York’s Best Family Mountain.” For ski conditions (315) 369-3225 McCauleyNY.com 16 om e.c rg o ldF dO n tra S w. ww 4 Screens of Movies Open All Year! Catch a Film in Old Forge 24hour Info at 315-369-6703 DAIKER’S (315) 369-6954 daikers.com An Adirondack treasure. With a great veiw of 4th Lake Serving lunch & dinner. Hosting the areas finest entertainment. Fine Arts & Crafts Handcrafted Locally Pottery Stained Glass Photography Watercolors Jewelry Baskets Folk Art Wood Fiber Art OPEN ALL YEAR Extended Summer Hours 315-369-2007 Come & Enjoy our Store 3062 State Route 28 • Old Forge, NY www.oldforgeartworks.com Visit Us in Our New Building in July Come grow withGrow Us! Come in the Adirondack Wilderness with Us! The Arts Guild of Old Forge, Inc. Adirondack Saddle Tours, Inc. •Performances•Workshops •Exhibits•Special Events Arts Center/Old Forge - Open Year-Round Mon - Sat: 10 am - 4 pm, Sun: Noon - 4 pm (315) 369-6411 or www.artscenteroldforge.org Over 20 years having fun on horses Handicap Welcome 1-800-HORSEBACK 315-357-4499 (Local Calls) Uncas Road • Eagle Bay, NY 13331 www.adkhorse.com Free Wireless Internet on-site From one hour to half day rides. Pack a lunch on the longer rides to a wilderness lake. 17 American Plan Accept Credit Cards Coffee Shop Restaurant Antoniac Four Season Home Old Forge 7 • 1 Adirondack Vacation Homes - Old Forge 100 (315) 369-6321, adirondackvacation.net 23 3/4/7 • Adirondack Lodge - Old Forge (315) 369-6836, adirondacklodgeoldforge.com 19 2 • 52 Bent Pine Lodge - Old Forge (315) 369-8603, www.bentpinelodge.com 1 Big Moose Inn - Big Moose • 16 (315) 357-2042, www.BigMooseInn.com 5 Big Rock Cottages (315) 369-3713 oldforge-ny.com/bigrock 3 6 Black Bear Lodge - Old Forge (315) 527-9061, [email protected] Blue Spruce Motel - Old Forge • 13 (315) 369-3817, www.Blue-SpruceMotel.com 2 Brynilsen’s Viking Village 4th Lake, (315) 357-3150 4 18 Bumble Bee Inn Big Moose, (315) 357-2428 6 • 5 Camp Merry Lu - Old Forge (315) 369-6366, (315) 724-7759 4 2 Camp Enchantment - Old Forge • (315) 455-8117, (315) 516-0866 7 Christy’s Motel - Old Forge • 19 (315) 369-6138, www.ChristysMotel.com 22 2 Clark’s Beach Motel - Old Forge (315) 369-3026, www.ClarksBeach.com 21 2 • 42 Country Club Motel - Thendara (315) 369-6340, www.ccmoldforge.com 23 2 • 27 Covewood Lodge - Big Moose • 17 800-357-7530, www.covewoodlodge.com 4/5 Daiker’s Brookside - 4th Lake (315) 369-3054 , [email protected] 2/3 • 4 Eagle’s Nest - Eagle Bay • 5 (315) 357-3898 2 Forge Motel - Old Forge • 61 (315) 369-3313, www.forgemotel.net 21 2 Four Seasons - 4th Lake (315) 369-2825, www.four-seasons-cottages.com 4 • 4 Fulton House - 4th Lake • 5 (315) 369-6626, www.fulton-house.com 4 Glenmore Hotel - Big Moose (315) 357-4891, www.glenmorebarandgrill.com 9 • 11 High Point (315) 369-6489 8 1 Kenmore, The - 4th Lake (315) 357-5285, thekenmorecottages.com 23 4 • 15 Ledger’s - 4th Lake (315) 357-5342, [email protected] 4 3 Ledgeview Lodge - Old Forge Pets Allowed Pool Beach/On Water Fireplace OldForgeNY.com # of Units See ad on page Accommodations Open Year-round Forge Code* Old • T • • • O F A F F A F O O F 18 Moose Country Cabins - Old Forge (315) 369-6447, www.moosecabins.com *Code - Type of Accommodation 1 Hotel 2 Motel 21 3 Cabin 4 4 Cottage • 5 Inn/Lodge A F A A F F • • • O T F A O F F F T F F F 12 6 B&B 7 House 8 Apartment 9 Rooms • • • • American Plan - Rates include meals 10% Senior Discount! 19 *Code - Type of Accommodation 20 1 Hotel 2 Motel 3 Cabin 6 • 4 • 9 2 • 13 3/5 • 7 2/5 • 24 3/4 • 146 4 5 F F • A • F T F A T R F O F O F 19 3 • 1 4 • 9 7 • 1 1/5 • 14 6 • 4 4 • 4 • F F 4 F 4 F 9 F 4 1 • 4 • Accept Credit Cards O • 5 Coffee Shop 2/4 Restaurant American Plan Pets Allowed Pool Beach/On Water Fireplace Moose River House B&B on Fawn Landing Thendara, (315) 369-3104 Narrows, The - Old Forge (315) 369-6458, www.TheNarrowsofOldForge.com Northern Lights Bed & Breakfast - Stillwater (315) 376-2488, www.northernlightsbandb.com 19th Green - Thendara (315) 369-3575, www.19thGreenMotel.com 22 Norridgewock - Beaver River (315) 376-6200, www.beaverriver.com North Woods Inn - 4th Lake (315) 369-6777, NorthWoodsInnResort.com 22 Old Forge Camping Resort - Old Forge Inside 1-800 CAMPING, (315) 369-6011, OldForgeCamping.com Front Cvr Palmer Point - 4th Lake (315) 357-5594, www.oftimes.com/ppt Pine Knoll,The - Old Forge (315) 369-6740, www.pineknolllodge.net 21 Quiver Rest - 4th Lake (315) 369-2335, www.freewebs.com/quiverrest Roach’s Cottages - Eagle Bay (315) 357-4981 www.roachsallseasoncottages.com Shangri-La - Rondaxe Lake 800-964-0127, www.searchline-inc.com/shangri-la 21 Stillwater Hotel - Stillwater (315) 376-6470, www.stillwateradirondacks.com Stone Lodge B&B -Old Forge (315) 369-6025, www.oldforge-ny.com/stonelodge Sundial Cottage (315) 369-2858, www.thecottageatsundial.com Timber Lane Lodge - 3rd Lake (315) 369-3485, www.timberlanelodge.net Turner Camps 4th Lake (315) 357-4221, www.theturnercamps.com Valette’s Cottage (315) 369-3451 Van Auken’s Inne - Thendara (315) 369-3033, www.vanaukensinne.com Village Cottages - Old Forge (315) 369-3432, www.villagecottages.com Waldheim - Big Moose (315) 357-2353, www.thewaldheim.com Water’s Edge Inn - Old Forge (315) 369-2484, www.WatersEdgeInn.com 19 Wayback Inn Big Moose, (315) 357-6000 White House Inn - Old Forge (315) 369-6647, www.whitehousebb.com Winslow’s Lawrence Point - Old Forge (315) 357-2889 WinslowsLawrencePoint.com # of Units OldForgeNY.com Open Year-round Accommodations Code* Forge See ad on page Old • • • • O T • T • 1 12 1/5 • 9 • A O 15 F O T R 77 F A 5 T R 6 • 5 • 7 • 3 • 4 4 Cottage 5 Inn/Lodge 8 6 B&B 7 House 8 Apartment 9 Rooms • • • American Plan - Rates include meals CLARK’S BEACH MOTEL “ IN THE HEART OF IT ALL…” INDOOR HEATED POOL LAKEFRONT UNITS Located on Rt. 28 and Lakeview Dr., adjacent to Old Forge Municipal Beach and Tennis Courts. 40 Modern units all with ind. heat and air conditioning, small fridge, cable TV, phone & free wireless internet access. Some with private screened-in porches overlooking the lake. Gameroom with fireplace, complmentary coffee. Room types include: 2 Dbls. / 2 Queen Beds / King / 3 Dbls. Plus our popular Condo-like 1 and 2 B/R Efficiencies with Kitchen / Dining area / Living Room & Screened Porch Visit us at: www.clarksbeach.com P.O. Box 296 Old Forge, N.Y. 13420 315.369.3026 We look forward to serving you! 60 Units overlooking Old Forge Lake Indoor Heated Pool • Spacious • Terraced Grounds Cable TV • Private Patio • Continental Breakfast • Free High Speed Internet One block off Route 28 in the center of town PO Box 522 • Old Forge, NY 13420 (315) 369-3313 www.forgemotel.net e-mail: [email protected] Shangri-la on Rondaxe Lake Enjoy the only traditional Adirondack cabin community within the Village of Old Forge Housekeeping and overnight cabins Private baths, linens and towels Daily, weekly & seasonal rates An unforgettable escape for your family and friends... Lodge for all Seasons: Weekly/Seasonal Rates • 7 Bedrooms • Historic - Fully Renovated • Great Room • Near Old Forge & Inlet • Secluded - 5 Acres Wooded & Watered Terrain • Gently Sloped Blue Stone Walk to Beach • 175 Foot Shoreline • Sandy Beach • Row Boat & Dock Come and see the changes we’ve made! Box 368, 2909 Rt. 28 Old Forge, NY 13420 Phone 315-369-6447 email: [email protected] visit us on the web: www.moosecabins.com The Pine Knoll Lodge & Cabins, Inc. 315-369-6740 [email protected] www.pineknolllodge.net Pine Knoll Lodge & Cabins on Old Forge Lake Year round lodging accommodations in the beautiful Adirondack Park. • 3 Full Bathrooms • Back to Back Fireplaces • Modern Central Heating • Spacious Dining Area • Modern Kitchen • Huge Patio with Outdoor Stone Grill • 24’x24’ Garage • Great for Families • Great for Conferences www.searchline-inc.com/shangri-la 1-800-964-0127 Helmer’s Fuel & Trucking, Inc. LP Gas-Petroleum Products 3061 St. Rte. 28 PO Box 9 Old Forge, NY 13420 (315) 369-3134 (800) 582-3032 21 On Beautiful Fourth Lake Cozy Hotel, Motel, Cabins & Jacuzzi Suites. 4920 Rt.28 Old Forge, NY 13420 Rooms start at $98.00 Discount tickets available for attractions with packages including Enchanted Forest Water Safari Mountaineer Restaurant • Lakeside Tap Room • Heated outdoor pool Sandy beach boat dockage • Wireless access Call or go online for reservations 315-369-6777 www.NorthWoodsInnResort.com Historic Donald Ross Design Restaurant • Driving Range Pro Shop • Lessons • Club Rentals Call for Tee Times (315) 369 3136 Individual & Group Outings Stay & Play Packages Available Rich Chapman, PGA 315-369-3136 THE CROSSWINDS HOUSEKEEPING COTTAGES Head of Fourth Lake PO Box 326 • Rt. 28 • Inlet, NY 13360 June - September • (315) 357-4500 Bill & Jan Burwell The Willis Lodges 19th Green Motel PO Box 37, Rt. 28 • Old Forge, NY 13420 10 Housekeeping Cottages 315-369-3575 Located on 7th Lake, 2 miles north of Inlet Large covered decks with picnic tables and grills Canoe and Boat Rentals Large docking area with outdoor fireplace 401 N. Rt. 28 Inlet N.Y. 13360 (315) 357-3904 22 •Heated Outdoor Pool •A/C •In-Room Phones •Complimentary Coffee • Free Wireless Internet •Handicapped Accessible •Non-Smoking Rooms •Refrigerators Available •Family Oriented Atmosphere •Individually Controlled Heat 315-369-6138 • Main Street, OLD FORGE www.christysmotel.com *Web-Cam* • All Queen Sized Beds • Color Cable TV • Individual Controlled Heat/Air conditioning • In-Room Coffee • Microwaves/Refrigerators • All non-smoking • Snowmobilers Can Ride From Their Door • Cross-Country Skiing Nearby • Close to Thendara Golf Course Your Hosts: Pat & Nancy Venetz • Free wireless high speed internet www.19thgreenmotel.com Julie Liddle’s Yarn and Knitting Supplies Fishing Books Serta Mattress Clothing Pet Supplies Furniture Cards OLD Housewares F O R G E Adirondack Gifts HARDWARE oldforgehardware.com AND MUCH MORE! 104 Fulton Street PO Box 248 Old Forge, NY 13420 315-369-6100 Route 28 • P.O. Box 218 Old Forge, New York 13420 www.thekenmorecottages.com [email protected] North Shore Fourth Lake • 315-357-5285 Year-round Cottages with Fireplaces • 7 Miles North of Old Forge • On Snowmobile • Gradual Sand Beach Trail 5 with heated • Free Canoe Use workshop • Boat Docking, Sports PlayArea • Great Fishing, • Cable TV, Microwave Hiking, & Golfing • Breathtaking View of Autumn’s Colors • The Ideal Family • Wireless Internet Vacation Spot CALL TED & IRENE ALOISIO Adirondack Vacation Rental Homes (315)369-6321 Visit our web site www.adirondackvacation.net In association with Herron Realty, Inc. Main Street (Rt. 28) Old Forge, New York 13420 Clark’s Marina Boat & Snowmobile Rentals Fourth Lake Inlet 315-357-3231 www.clarksmarina.com 23 Arthur’s Accommodations -4th Lake (315) 357-6635 Beachfront Cottage - Limekiln Lake (315) 357-5207 or (315) 357-4263 Bear Up North Lakeside Cottages - 4th Lake www.bearupnorth.com (315) 357-2115 Bird’s Cottages - 6th Lake (315) 357-3631 Black Bear Lodges - 4th Lake (315) 357-2222 [email protected] 26 Blarney Point - 6th Lake (315) 357-5292 [email protected] The Cinnamon Bear B&B (315) 357-6013 [email protected] Clayton’s Cottages - 6th Lake (315) 357-3394 www.claytonscottages.com Crosswinds - 4th Lake (315) 357-4500 Deer Meadows Motel & Cottages - 7th Lake (315) 357-3274 www.deermeadowsmotel.com Drake’s Cottages (315) 357-5181 Eagle Bay Village - 4th Lake (315) 357-6812 [email protected] Gribneau’s Getaway - 6th Lake (315) 357-5184 www.geocities.com/gribneau/ Harvey’s 4th Lake Cottages - 4th Lake 1-888-942-SAVE www.inletnewyorkcottages.com Haynes Log Camp - 7th Lake (315) 357-5146 Highland Annex,The - 4th Lake (301) 464-4781 [email protected] Highland Lodge, The - 4th Lake (845) 223-3800 www.thehighlandlodge.info Holl’s Inn & Resort - 4th Lake (315) 357-2941 733-2748 www.hollsinn.com LaCasita - 6th Lake (315) 357-3101 (716) 652-9438 www.lacasiarentals.com Lake House, The - 6th Lake (315) 357-2934 Lakeside Lodge - 7th Lake (315) 357-4768 Marina Motel (315) 357-3883 www.inletmotels.com 26 Mary’s Rooms (315) 357-5170 [email protected] Nelson’s Cottages - 4th Lake (315) 357-4111 www.nelsonscottages.com 26 O*KWA*RI*GA - 7th Lake (303) 443-1022 www.adirondack-camp.com Overlook at Fifth - 5th Lake (315) 339-2110 overlookatfifth.com 24 *Code - Type of Accommodation 1 Hotel 2 Motel 3 Cabin 4 • 4 • 4 4 7 • 4 • 6 • 4/8 • 4 2/4 • 4 • 2/4/7 • 4/7/8 • 4 3/4 4 5 • 1/2 4/5 4 7 • 4/5 2 • 9 • 3/4 7 • 8 • 4 Cottage 5 Inn/Lodge F O 1 F O 6 F 2 F 3 F 1 F 4 12 F F 5 16 F 1 F T 18 F 3 F 6 F F 2 F 1 1 F 47 F T 2 F 1 F F 3 16 O 4 R 12 F 3 F 2 F Accept Credit Cards Coffee Shop Restaurant American Plan Pets Allowed Pool Beach/On Water Fireplace InletNY.com # of Units Open Year-round Accommodations Code* See ad on page Inlet 1 6 B&B 7 House 8 Apartment 9 Rooms • • • • • • American Plan - Rates include meals Parquet House, The (315) 357-6294 www.adkbyowner.com/5358.html Peter’s Cottages - 4th Lake (315) 357-3862 [email protected] Red Cottage - 7th Lake (315) 357-3136 (216) 991-1785 Red Ski Cottages (315) 357-4793 [email protected] Rocky Point Properties - 4th Lake (315) 357-3751 www.rockypointproperties .com Schmid’s (315) 732-7421 [email protected] Seventh Heaven Cottages - 7th Lake (315) 357-2628 Stiefvater’s Lakeside Cottages - 4th Lake (315) 357-2110 www.inletlakesidecottages.com Sunset Beach Cottages - 4th Lake (315) 357-2692 [email protected] Willis Lodges, The - 7th Lake (315) 357-3904 22 Windhaven - 4th Lake (315) 337-2222 [email protected] www.adkbyowner/5413.html The Woods Inn - 4th Lake (315) 357-5300 www.thewoodsinn.com 7 • 8 4 4 • 0 • 4 • 4 4/7 • 4 4 4 • 4/5 • F 11 F 1 F 3 F 25 F 1 3 F 13 F 5 F 10 F O 2 F 24 F T R Accept Credit Cards Coffee Shop Restaurant American Plan Pets Allowed Pool Beach/On Water Fireplace # of Units Open Year-round InletNY.com Code* Accommodations See ad on page Inlet 1 • • • A Championship 18 Hole Golf Course Nestled Amongst Mountains & Lakes Enjoy Fine Food & Beverages at Mulligan’s Restaurant Immaculately Groomed • Fully Irrigated Pro Shop and Club Rentals • Lessons with Roland Christy Family & Group Outings Welcome www.InletGolfClub.com 25 26 NYS DEC Alger Island - Old Forge (315) 369-3224 G 90 G 126 G 205 NYS DEC Eighth Lake - Inlet (315) 354-4120 E • nm k E • nm k E • NYS DEC Forked Lake (518) 624-6646 Kayuta Lake Campground - Forrestport (315) 831-5077 160 G l nm k • • E • 271 G 140 G 112 G 350 150 NYS DEC Limekiln Lake - Inlet (315) 357-4401 Moose River Recreation Area - Inlet/ Indian Lake Primitive camping NYS DEC Nick’s Lake - Old Forge (315) 369-3314 Old Forge Camping Resort - Old Forge (315) 369-6011 or 1-800-CAMPING www.oldforgecamping.com (Ad on front inside cover) Singing Waters - Old Forge (315) 369-6618 www.singingwaterscamp.com Accept Credit Cards 80 NYS DEC Golden Beach - Raquette Lake (315) 354-4230 Dumping Station Pool Beach/ Water Camp Stove Sewage Connection Showers Toilets 17 NYS DEC Brown’s Tract Pond - Raquette Lake (315) 354-4412 Electricity For reservations at any NYS DEC Campground 1-800-456-CAMP www.reserveamerica.com On Water Campgrounds # of Sites Central Adirondack Region nm k E • nm k E • G l nm k • • E G l nm k • • E • • Family & Youth Camps Adirondack Woodcraft Camps - Old Forge (315) 369-6031 www.adc1.com Camp Mark 7 - Old Forge (315) 357-6089 www.campmark7.org Dart’s Lake - Big Moose YMCA Camp Gorham - Big Moose (888) 518-5671 (315) 357-6401 Raquette Lake Boys & Girls Camps, Pelham (315) 354-4382 (914) 764-1500 come relax. 27 Business Directory Animal Care Feathers & Boughs, Inc., Old Forge.......... (315) 369-2323 ......................www.bethanygroup.com/feathersandboughs Kliffside Kennel, Inlet............................... (315) 357-3607 ................................................... www.kliffsidekennel.com Over the Rainbow Miniature Golf............. (315) 369-6565 Rivetts Marine & Recreation.......... ...........(315) 369-3123 ......................................................www.rivettsmarine.com Thendara Golf Course (Ad on page 22)....(315) 369-3136 Tickner’s Moose River Canoe Trips......... (315) 369-6286 Whitewater Challengers, Okara Lakes ..... (315) 369-6699 ................................www.wc-rafting.com, 800-443-RAFT Automotive Sales, Service & Fuels (Oil, Gas & Propane) North-South Connection............................ (315) 369-6334 Palmer Point Boat Rentals, Eagle Bay....... (315) 357-5594 Rivett’s Marine & Recreation.................... (315) 369-3123 ......................................................www.rivettsmarine.com Smith Marine............................................. (315) 369-9911 The Stillwater Shop, Stillwater.................. (315) 376-2110 Tickner’s Moose River Canoe Trips.......... (315) 369-6286 ................................................... www.ticknerscanoes.com Whitewater Challengers . .......................... (315) 369-6699 Inlet Churches Artisans, Craftsmen & Galleries Old Forge Gallery North............................................. (315) 369-2218 .......................................www.gallerynorthofoldforge.com Holly Woodworking Gift........................... (315) 369-3757 Nature’s Art................................................ (315) 369-6748 ...........................................................drummy@telenet.net Out on a Whim........................................... (315) 369-6797 The Artworks............................................ (315) 369-2007 ................................................................. (Ad on page 17) Attractions Inlet Adirondack Saddle Tours........................ (315) 357-4499 ....................................... (Ad on page 17) (877) 795-7488 Fern Park.................................................... (315) 357-5501 Fulton Chain of Lakes Performing Arts Council, Inc. . ............................................ (315) 357-3799 Inlet Golf Club (Ad on page 25)............. (315) 357-3503 Payne’s Air Service, 7th Lake.................... (315) 357-3971 Young At Hearts......................................... (315) 357-6635 Old Forge Adirondack River Outfitters .................... 1-800-525-7238 .....................................................www.aroadventures.com Adirondack Scenic Railroad, Thendara..... (315) 369-6290 ............................................................ AdirondackRR.com Big Moose Lake Tours / Dunn’s, Big Moose.(315) 357-3532 Calypso’s Cove......................................... (315) 369-2222 Enchanted Forest/Water Safari.............. (315) 369-6145 .................. WaterSafari.com (Ad on front inside cover) Mountainman Outdoor Supply Co. . ......... (315) 369-6672 .......................................www.mountainmanoutdoors.com McCauley Mountain................................ (315) 369-3225 ................................. McCauleyNY.com (Ad on page 16) Nutty Putty Miniature Golf........................ (315) 369-6636 Old Forge Lake Cruises........................... (315) 369-6473 ..........................OldForgeCruises.com (Ad on page 31) 28 T’s EZ Mart................................................ (315) 357-4288 Old Forge Byrne Dairy................................................ (315) 369-6940 FastTrac...................................................... (315) 369-3020 Helmer’s Fuel and Trucking (Ad on page 21)........................................ (315) 369-3134 Morin’s Collision....................................... (315) 369-3396 NAPA Parts Store....................................... (315) 369-3611 North - South Connection.......................... (315) 369-6334 ......................................................www.nsconnection.com Old Forge Glass & Car Wash..................... (315) 369-3435 Thendara Garage........................................ (315) 369-3755 Banks Adirondack Bank (Ad on page 4) ......... (315) 369-3153 Community Bank, N.A. .......................... (315) 369-2764 ............................................(Ad on page 4) 800-991-4280 Boat & Canoe Service Inlet Clark’s Marina and Marine Service ..... (315) 357-3231 ................................................................ (Ad on page 23) Frisky Otter Tours...................................... (315) 357-3444 Inlet Marina................................................ (315) 357-4896 Payne’s Boat Livery.................................(315) 357-BOAT Old Forge Big Moose Marina/Dunn’s Boat, Big Moose.(315) 357-3532 .........................................................www.dunnsboats.com Big Moose Yamaha, Inc............................. (315) 357-2998 Birds’ Marine............................................. (315) 369-2136 Mountainman Outdoor Supply Co............. (315) 369-6672 .......................................www.mountainmanoutdoors.com — See Visitor Services on Page 16 Contractors: Residential & Commerical Service Inlet Adirondack Custom Shutters..................... (315) 357-2705 BJ Queen Enterprises................................. (315) 357-3431 Brownell Construction............................... (315) 357-3841 Construction Effects................................... (315) 357-6069 Golden Acres Lawn & Landscaping.......... (315) 357-2023 Len Payne Services.................................... (315) 357-3669 Levi Lumber Co . ...................................... (315) 357-5911 Mike Marleau Builder................................ (315) 369-4453 Murdock Trucking Co................................ (315) 357-3222 Quality Contracting.................................... (315) 357-5093 Richard Lutz, Building & Mechanical, Inc..(315) 357-3442 T&J Builders.............................................. (315) 357-5157 White Wolf Enterprises.............................. (315) 357-4366 Old Forge Bill Martin, Contractor............................... (315) 369-6794 Blue Ribbon Pest Control.......................... (315) 357-2847 Bob Kennerknecht, Painting...................... (315) 369-2229 Doggett Construction................................. (315) 369-2563 Environmental Contractors........................ (315) 369-6502 Foley Lumber Co....................................... (315) 369-3233 Four Seasons Windows & Remodeling..... (315) 369-6779 Gawanka Carpentry Shop.......................... (315) 369-6191 Hannah Contracting................................... (315) 369-3979 Heroux Construction.................................. (315) 369-6061 Herron Construction................................... (315) 369-2386 Hunkins Excavation Corp.......................... (315) 369-6474 Hunkins Welding........................................ (315) 369-3171 Independent Consolidated Inspection Services... (315) 369-4468 Jim Kiefer Contracting............................... (315) 357-2013 Matt Martin Contracting............................ (315) 369-3291 Mike Hunkins Septic Systems..................... (315) 369-377 Mountain Construction.............................. (315) 369-3295 Northern Hills Co., Inc............................... (315) 357-2147 Old Forge Glass & Car Wash..................... (315) 369-3435 Pete Bishop, Builder.................................. (315) 369-3564 Peter Ferris & Son Builders....................... (315) 369-3408 P.M. Electric............................................... (315) 369-8555 Robert Schueler, Builder............................ (315) 369-2540 Smith Construction Co............................... (315) 369-6337 Stefanko Electric........................................ (315) 369-2133 Thibado Construction................................. (315) 357-3721 T.P. Ledger Construction Co., Ltd............. (315) 357-5342 Food & Spirits Inlet Drake’s Inn................................................. (315) 357-5181 Holl’s Inn, 4th Lake .................................. (315) 357-2941 Kalil’s Grocery, Adirondack Provisions, Inc..... (315) 357-3603 Red Dog Tavern......................................... (315) 357-5502 Mary’s Pine Bakery.................................... (315) 357-5170 Matt’s Draft House..................................... (315) 357-6026 Mulligan’s Restaurant/Inlet Golf Course... (315) 357-4310 Northern Lights.......................................... (315) 357-6294 Screamen’ Eagle Pizza............................... (315) 357-6026 Seventh Lake House.................................. (315) 357-6028 ...............................................www.seventhlakehouse.com Tamarack Cafe & Movie House................ (315) 357-2001 The Ole Barn.............................................. (315) 357-4000 .......................................................... www.theolebarn.com The Wine Shop........................................... (315) 357-2477 The Woods Inn........................................... (315) 357-5300 T’s EZ Mart................................................ (315) 357-4288 Old Forge 5 Corners Cafe ........................................ (315) 369-2255 ........................................................... (See ad on page 17) Adirondack Pizzeria................................... (315) 369-6028 Big Moose Inn, Big Moose........................ (315) 357-2042 ...................................................... www.bigmooseinn.com Big Moose Station, Big Moose . .............. (315) 357-3525 Byrne Dairy................................................ (315) 369-6940 Calypso’s Cove (Ad on page 23)............. (315) 369-2222 ............................................................... WaterSafari.com Daiker’s Inn (Ad on page 17).................. (315) 369-6954 .........................................................www.daikersinn.com Dan’s Supermarket, Eagle Bay ................. (315) 357-4311 DiOrio’s Supermarket................................ (315) 369-3131 Donut Shop, Eagle Bay............................. (315) 357-6421 ................................................www.EagleBayDonuts.com Eagle’s Nest Sports Bar, Eagle Bay........... (315) 357-3898 .......................................................www.eaglesnestny.com Frankie’s Taste of Italy............................... (315) 369-2400 ......................................... www.oldforge-ny.com/frankies/ Fastrac Market........................................... (315) 369-3020 George’s Liquor Store................................ (315) 369-3371 Glenmore Bar & Grill, Big Moose............ (315) 357-4891 .......................................... www.glenmorebarandgrill.com Hard Times Cafe, Eagle Bay,..................... (315) 357-5199 Keyes Pancake House................................ (315) 369-6752 ............................................. www.oldforge-ny.com/keyes/ Knotty Pine Restaurant.............................. (315) 369-6859 Lancia Pizza............................................... (315) 369-3744 Lantern’s Restaurant.................................. (315) 357-5461 Last Run Café............................................ (315) 369-2551 Lion King Chinese Resturant..................... (315) 369-2102 Maloy’s Main Street Grille........................ (315) 369-6846 Mountaineer Restaurant at Northwoods Inn........(315) 369-6777 .................................................NorthWoodsinnResort.com Muffin Patch.............................................. (315) 369-6376 Nathan’s Bakery......................................... (315) 369-3933 North Street Resturant & Bar..................... (315) 369-2632 Northwoods Inn Tap Room........................ (315) 369-6777 .................................................NorthWoodsinnresort.com Old Forge Liquors...................................... (315) 369-4405 Old Mill Restaurant .................................. (315) 369-3662 Ozzie’s Coffee Bar..................................... (315) 369-6246 Pied Piper Drive-In.................................... (315) 369-3115 Randy’s Restaurant.................................... (315) 369-2888 Slicker’s..................................................... (315) 369-3002 Steak House Restaurant............................. (315) 369-6981 The Stillwater Hotel, Stillwater................. (315) 376-6470 .........................................www.stillwateradirondacks.com Thendara Golf Club................................. (315) 369-3500 ........................................................... (See ad on page 22) Van Auken’s Inne....................................... (315) 369-3033 ................................................... www.vanaukensinne.com Walt’s Diner............................................... (315) 369-2582 Wayback Inn, Big Moose........................... (315) 357-6000 Guides & Outfitters Inlet Adirondack Saddle Tours........................ (315) 357-4499 ................................................................. (Ad on page 17) Daybreak to Twilight Tours Birding & Fishing.(315) 357-5150 Frisky Otter Tours...................................... (315) 357-3444 ............................................................friskyottertours.com Old Forge AOC........................................................... (315) 369-2300 Adirondack Exposure................................. (315) 369-6699 Adirondack River Outfitters....................... (315) 369-3536 Mountainman Outdoor Supply Co............. (315) 369-6672 Haderondah Company............................... (315) 369-3868 McCauley Mountain Ski Shop................... (315) 369-3144 Old Forge Hardware(Ad on page 23)..... (315) 369-6100 Whitewater Challengers . .......................... (315) 369-6699 Hardware, Lumber & Appliances Inlet Inlet Dept. Store......................................... (315) 357-3636 Levi Lumber Company.............................. (315) 357-5911 Old Forge Brooker’s Lumber & True Value Hardware... (315) 369-3233 Helmer’s Fuel & Services (Ad on page 21).(315) 369-3134 Mohawk Home Comfort Services............. (800) 765-4378 Old Forge Dept. Store / Ace Hardware . ... (315) 369-6609 Old Forge Hardware (See our ad on page 23).(315) 369-6100 Insurance Burkhard-Evans, Inlet . ............................ (315) 357-5901 Burkhard-Evans, Old Forge....................... (315) 369-3311 Eldridge Agency, Old Forge....................... (315) 369-3464 Mutual of Omaha / Stuart deCamp, Old Forge.(315) 369-8280 Winfield Group, Old Forge........................ (315) 369-3638 Laundromats Bear in a Tub, Eagle Bay........................... (315) 357-4725 Inlet Laundromat, Inlet.............................. (315) 357-3904 Old Forge Maytag Laundromat, Old Forge.(315) 369-6692 Museums, Exhibit Halls & Educational Centers Old Forge Arts Center / Old Forge............................(315) 369-6411 ................................................................. (Ad on page 17) Forest Industrial Exhibit Hall........................(315) 369-3078 Town of Webb Historical Association..........(315) 369-3838 ......................................................... www.webbhistory.org Professional Services & Licensed Practitioners Inlet Adirondack Images..................................(315) 357-FOTO Carteret Mortgage Corporation/Bonnie Lutz.(315) 357-5919 Channel House Barber Shop...................... (315) 357-2161 Cindy’s Tanning & Fitness Center . .......... (315) 357-6022 Donald R. Gerace, Attorney....................... (315) 357-5229 Financial Consultant, Frances Parent......... (315) 357-3707 Kliffside Kennel . ...................................... (315) 357-3607 ................................................... www.kliffsidekennel.com come relax. (Continued) 29 Old Forge American Infared....................................... (315) 369-6004 Feathers & Boughs, Inc.............................. (315) 369-2323 Frye, Foley and Carbone............................ (315) 369-3544 Head First Salon......................................... (315) 369-2553 Hollister Associates (Ad on page 4)........ (315) 369-6538 Home Aide Service (HASCA)................... (315) 369-6183 Kinney Drug Store..................................... (315) 369-6044 Lisa’s Cutting Corner................................. (315) 369-6300 Mane Street Salon...................................... (315) 369-3900 Marie Birtle, LMT-Therapeutic Massage.. (315) 369-4404 Masterpiece Productions............................ (315) 369-3281 Montgomery Consulting Services, 4th Lake.. (315) 369-8240 Moore & Hart CPA’s.................................. (315) 369-6323 North Country Chiropractic....................... (315) 369-3601 Owen’s Appliance Repair.......................... (315) 369-8539 Recor Assoc............................................... (315) 369-3006 Sassy Scissors............................................ (315) 369-6235 Shannon, Peter - Attorney.......................... (315) 369-6114 The Adirondack Express............................ (315) 369-2237 ............................................. www.adirondackexpress.com The Adirondack Printing............................ (315) 369-2213 THOR Information Services...................... (315) 369-3872 Town of Webb Health Center..................... (315) 369-6619 Valette’s Park Ave Studio........................... (315) 369-3451 Villiere Law Office ................................... (315) 369-3223 Weekly Adirondack . ................................. (315) 369-9982 ..........................................................www.weeklyadk.com Old Forge Big Moose Marina/Dunn’s Boat Service... (315) 357-3532 Big Moose Yamaha and Arctic Cat, Eagle Bay.(315) 357-2998 Bird’s Marine............................................ (315) 369-2136 Don’s Polaris Inc........................................ (315) 369-3255 ..................................................................donspolaris.com North - South Connection.......................... (315) 369-6334 ......................................................www.nsconnection.com North Street Snowmobile Parts and Accessories, .....................................(315) 369-3970 or (315) 369-6149 ............................................www.allsnowmobileparts.com Old Forge Sport Tours................................ (315) 369-3796 ...................................................... www.ofsportstours.com Smith Marine............................................. (315) 369-9911 Schueller’s Sled Shed Old Forge..................................(315) 369-7669 White Lake Polaris -Victory & Yamaha, Woodgate.(315) 392-3013 Specialty Shops Inlet Ace Hardware/Inlet Dept. Store................ (315) 357-3636 Adirondack Reader.................................(315) 357-BOOK ............................................... www.adirondackreader.com Adirondack Reflections............................. (315) 357-4704 ...........................................www.adirondackreflections.net AVON Rep. Barb Murdock........................ (315) 357-6957 Beadery, The.............................................. (315) 357-2341 Black Bear Trading Post................................. (315) 357-5092 Boathouse, The....................................... (315) 357-CAMP Cubby Hole................................................ (315) 357-2115 Real Estate Finders Keepers......................................... (315) 357-5116 Fourth & Main........................................... (315) 357-2003 Inlet French Louie Adirondack Sports .............. (315) 357-2441 Burkhard-Evans Insurance & Real Estate ......(315) 357-5901 ...................................................www.frenchlouieadk.com Deming Trailer Park................................... (315) 357-3271 Gift Cottage at Drake’s Inn........................ (315) 357-5181 Hodel’s Adirondack Store.......................... (315) 357-2341 Old Forge .............................................www.hodelsadkfurniture.com Bird’s Adirondack Real Estate . ................ (315) 369-2136 Lakeview Antiques..................................... (315) 357-4722 Burkhard - Evans, Inc................................ (315) 369-3311 Mary’s Gift Shop....................................... (315) 357-5170 Century 21 Herron Realty.......................... (315) 369-6910 Pedals & Petals.......................................... (315) 357-3281 ............................................................... www.jherron.com ..................................................www.pedalsandpetals.com Cohassett Enterprises................................. (315) 369-2526 Wine Shop.................................................. (315) 357-2477 Rivet Realty.............................................. (315) 369-6573 Woods Inn Marketplace............................. (315) 357-5300 ...........................................................www.rivetrealty.com Zone 3........................................................ (315) 357-6337 Timm Associates....................................... (315) 369-3951 .......................(Ad on page 4) www.timmassociates.com Old Forge Absolutely Adirondack.............................. (315) 369-6282 Snowmobile & Recreational Ace Hardware/Old Forge Dept. Store........ (315) 369-6609 Vehicle Sales & Service Adirondack MUD Company...................... (315) 369-1013 AdironJack’s Furniture............................... (315) 369-6007 Inlet Allen’s Fine Jewelry & Gifts.................... (315) 369-6660 Clark’s Marine & Snowmobile Rental... (315) 357-3231 Candy Cottage................................................................ NL Inlet Barnstormers Snowmobile Club, Inc..(315) 357-6339 Capron’s Produce & Landscaping................................. NL 30 Cedar Mountain Gift & Antiques............... (315) 369-6330 Countryside Stoves & Chimneys............... (315) 369-3737 Fulton Chain Signs..................................... (315) 369-2260 Gallery North............................................. (315) 369-2218 .......................................www.gallerynorthofoldforge.com George’s Things......................................... (315) 369-3022 Haderondah Co.......................................... (315) 369-3868 Holly Woodworking Gift Shop.................. (315) 369-3757 Hutch Countryside Stove & Chimney....... 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(315) 369-6869 ...........................................................www.banjoshop.com Naked Moose............................................. (315) 369-2211 Old Forge Hardware Store...................... (315) 369-6100 ................www.oldforgehardware.com (Ad on page 23) Painted Loon.............................................. (315) 369-2412 Rainbow Zen.................................................................. NL Shelter........................................................ (315) 369-5014 Shirley’s Some Things Old & New........... (315) 369-6956 Side Door Shoppe...................................... (315) 369-3288 Souvenir Village........................................ (315) 369-3811 The Artworks (Ad page 17)..................... (315) 369-2007 The Stillwater Shop, Stillwater . .............. (315) 376-2110 Touch of Ritz.............................................. (315) 369-2668 Village Square, Eagle Bay......................... (315) 357-3818 Wilderness Interiors................................... (315) 369-6773 Theaters / Entertainment Mountain Music, DVD & Video Rentals, OF.(315) 369-6869 Screamen Eagle - Video Rentals, Inlet...... (315) 357-6026 Strand Theater, Old Forge (Ad on page 17).(315) 369-6703 Tamarack Movie House, Inlet.................... (315) 357-2001 Transportation Inlet Ted Payne’s Bus Service, Inlet................... (315) 357-6642 come relax. Advertisers Index Please Find Display Advertisements on Pages Listed 19th Green Motel.................................................................................... 22 Adirondack Bank...................................................................................... 4 Adirondack Lodge Old Forge................................................................. 19 Adirondack Saddle Tours........................................................................ 17 Adirondack Vacation Rental Homes, Julie Liddle’s............................... 23 Arts Guild of Old Forge, Inc., The Arts Center...................................... 17 Artworks, The......................................................................................... 17 Calypso’s Cove....................................................................................... 23 Christy’s Motel....................................................................................... 22 Clark’s Beach Motel............................................................................... 21 Clark’s Marina........................................................................................ 23 Community Bank...................................................................................... 4 Country Club Motel................................................................................ 23 Crosswinds, The...................................................................................... 22 Daiker’s................................................................................................... 17 Enchanted Forest/Water Safari.................................................................. 2 Five Corners Cafe................................................................................... 17 Forge Motel, The..................................................................................... 21 Green Harbor Motel & Cottages............................................................. 21 Helmer’s Fuel & Trucking...................................................................... 21 Hollister Associates................................................................................... 4 Inlet Golf Course..................................................................................... 25 Kayuta Lake Campground...................................................................... 27 Kenmore Cottages, The.......................................................................... 23 Long Lake and Raquette Lake................................................................ 23 McCauley Mountain Ski Area................................................................ 16 Moose Country Cabins........................................................................... 21 North Woods Inn..................................................................................... 22 Old Forge Camping Resort....................................................................... 2 Old Forge Hardware............................................................................... 23 Old Forge Lake Cruises.......................................................................... 31 Pine Knoll Lodge and Cabins, The......................................................... 21 Raquette Lake Navigation Company...................................................... 17 Shangri-La............................................................................................... 21 Strand Theater, The................................................................................. 17 Thendara Golf Course............................................................................. 22 Timm Associates....................................................................................... 4 Water’s Edge Inn..................................................................................... 19 Willis Lodges, The.................................................................................. 22 Inlet Advertising Page............................................................................. 26 Adirondack Reader Adirondack Quilt Shop Black Bear Lodges French Louie ADK Sports Marina Motel Nelson’s Cottages 31 W e invite you to visit the Central area of the Adirondacks. Here you can forget your worries watching the sunset from an Adirondack chair at one of our lakeside resorts or in a remote lean to backpack camping. You might just row rhythmically in a traditional guide boat or rediscover your youth on a scenic seaplane, on horseback, or paddling a canoe through our part of the Adirondacks . . . C e n t r a l A d i r o n d a c k Va c a t i o n G u i d e For More Information Old Forge Town of Webb Visitor Information Center PO Box 68 Old Forge, NY 13420 1-877-OLD-FORGE (1-877-653-3674) www.oldforgeny.com Inlet Town of Inlet Inlet Information Office PO Box 266, Route 28 Inlet, NY 13360 email: [email protected] 1-866- GO-INLET Fax: 315-357-3540 Tourism: www.inletny.com Government: townofinlet.org Events: iloveinlet.com come relax.