Upcoming LGLC Events

 

Hiking with Chad: Guided Snowshoe/Hike
Saturday, February 25; 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Cat and Thomas Mountains Preserve, Bolton Landing

Join LGLC for this hike (or snowshoe, if we have snow!) to experience Thomas Mountain’s new blue trail loop to the cabin. This enchanting trail leads away from the orange trail’s gravel path through dense beech, birch and maple forests to the top of Thomas for a spectacular western view over the Adirondacks. The trail then continues to the mountain’s cabin where hikers can rest for a snack and take in the popular Lake George view. Approx. 2.5 miles round-trip, moderately challenging. Snowshoes may be available upon request. Registration required. FREE

 

Winter Warm Up
Saturday, March 10, 2011; 9 am – 1 pm
Lake George Recreation Center/Berry Pond Preserve, Transfer Rd., Lake George

Warm up by the bonfire with our storyteller, enjoy tasty treats, hot drinks, and take part in a guided snowshoe, sledding, snowman building, or enjoy presentations of live birds of prey by North Country Wild Care, or local wildlife and forest pests by DEC. Door prizes, crafts and games. Contact us or read this press release for more information.  FREE 

 

Hiking with Chad: Owl Prowl
Friday, April 6; 8:30 – 11:30 pm
Last Great Shoreline Preserve, Putnam

LGLC’s Chad Knisely will lead this special night-time hike in search of owls. Learn the different sounds of the common species of owls found in the area and listen carefully as we try to coax one to call back. If you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of a curious owl who flies in to get a better look at its visitors. Participants will each receive their own owl call device to take home. Approx. 3 miles round-trip, moderately challenging. Registration required. $10 suggested donation to cover materials.

 

Hiking with Chad: Arbor Day Tree ID
Saturday, April 28; 9:30 am – 1 pm
Cat and Thomas Mountains Preserve, Bolton Landing

Join LGLC’s Chad Knisely for a tree adventure on Thomas Mountain. Learn about our local trees and forest ecosystems and how to identify the most common trees. Participants will each receive a copy of the Tree Finder book to take home. Approx. 2.5 miles round-trip, moderately challenging. Registration required. $10 suggested donation to cover materials.

 

Mother’s Day Wine and Chocolates at the Gazebo
Saturday, May 12; 1 – 4 pm
Lynn LaMontagne Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob, Fort Ann

What better to celebrate Mother’s Day than with a hike to the Pilot Knob gazebo for some wine, chocolates and dried fruit, while enjoying the Preserve’s best view of Lake George? Moms aged 21 or over only please! Approx. 1.25 miles round-trip, moderately challenging. Registration required. $10 suggested donation.

 

Volunteer Trail Work Day
Saturday, June 2; 9 am - 1 pm
Gull Bay Preserve, Putnam

Help to clear trails, replace markers, clean up waterbars and improve trail drainage with basic tools. We'll break for lunch by the great blue heron rookery and watch these majestic birds in action! Tools provided. FREE

 

Summer Solstice Spirit Walk
Wednesday, June 20; 10 – 11:30 am
Peggy’s Point, Hague

Join local Reiki Master and massage therapist Helena Holod to welcome summer with open mind and spirit. Discover the mystery and magic of the natural world as you begin your journey of transformation. The art of Spirit Walking allows you to create a sacred union with the loving systems of Mother Earth, restoring harmony to body, mind and spirit. This teaching is an ancient art, using breath, meditation, focused attention and body awareness, to lead you to new ways of moving and seeing. Participants are encouraged to bring a drum, if available. Registration required. $10 suggested donation.

 

Hiking with Chad: Cook Mountain Hike
Saturday, July 7; 9 am – 12:30 pm
Cook Mountain Preserve, Ticonderoga

Take in some of the most awesome views of Lake George and Lake Champlain from Cook Mountain’s summit. Our first preserve, Cook Mountain has some beautiful mixed forests and wetland areas. The climb to Cook's summit is steep; 3 miles, round-trip, challenging hike. Registration required.

 

LGLC Annual Meeting
Friday, July 13
Location and Time TBD

The public is invited to join LGLC for their annual meeting to learn about completed, current and future projects and events. Contact us for more information. FREE

 

Jabe Pond Paddle
Tuesday, July 24; 10 am – 2 pm
Jabe Pond, Hague

Bring your own canoe or kayak, pack a lunch and enjoy a relaxing paddle on the largest pond in the watershed. We’ll explore the pond, picnic on an island or shore and have an informal talk about the site’s natural history. Short portage to the launch site is necessary. Access requires 4-wheel drive, high clearance vehicles. Registration required. Contact us for more information.  FREE

 

Land & Water Conservation Celebration
Friday, August 10; 6 – 9:30 pm
The Sagamore Resort, Bolton Landing

The Lake George Land Conservancy’s 13th Annual Celebration, dinner and auction. Please contact us for details.

 

Fish of Lake George – Presentation and Demo
Saturday, August 18; 2 – 4 pm
Macionis Family Center for Conservation, Bolton Landing

Ever wonder what that fish with the spots is called? Or what's the best bait or location on the lake to find certain species? Join naturalist Corrina Parnapy for this family-friendly presentation about our native and naturalized fish populations. Afterwards she'll present fishing demonstration. Registration appreciated but not required. FREE

 

Hiking with Chad: Wetlands Exploration
Saturday, September 8; 9 am – 3 pm
Berry Pond Preserve, Lake George

Join us on this moderately challenging hike at our largest preserve to explore its pond and wetlands. The trails loop around Berry Pond itself, which is an active beaver pond and great blue heron rookery. 5.5 miles round-trip with some very steep sections. Registration required. FREE

 

The Art of Stillness
Saturday, September 22; 9 – 10 am
Macionis Family Center for Conservation, Bolton Landing

Learn to create an oasis of peace in your life through breathing and mindfulness techniques drawn from ancient traditions and modern applications. Led by local Reiki Master and massage therapist Helena Holod. Registration required. $10 suggested donation.