From Alvah Dunning to Julia Adella Burton Preston to the almost 7000 currently licensed guides in New York State, the Adirondack Guide is a person of legend within the region. Explore the legendary world of the Adirondack Guide through two distinct programs: an afternoon outing and an evening panel. Grab a bite at the food […]

Discover the historic legacy of Adirondack summer camps in this panel discussion with regional camp leaders. Panelists from Camp Dudley (est. 1885), Adirondack Woodcraft Camps (est. 1925), Camp Treetops (est. 1922), and Eagle Island Camp (est. 1938) will share how these storied institutions shaped youth recreation and regional culture for well over a century. We’ll explore how these institutions navigated shifting social eras […]

Journey back to the summer of 1926 as Dr. Howard Kirschenbaum brings to life the 100th anniversary of President Calvin Coolidge’s Summer White House at White Pine Camp. Using rare historic photographs and amusing anecdotes, Dr. Kirschenbaum illuminates the camp’s distinctive architecture, its colorful owners, and the President’s ten-week Adirondack retreat. Settle in for a […]