24 With over 250 classes, <strong>the</strong>re’s plenty <strong>to</strong> explore, discover and create! Visit our Gift Shop featuring handcrafted items from our talented presenters. 51 Main Street, Lake Luzerne | 518-696-2400 www.adirondackfolkschool.org Adirondack Folk School (AFS) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization, unique for its dedication <strong>to</strong> teaching <strong>the</strong> arts, crafts, and cultural heritage of <strong>the</strong> Adirondack region. Made up of local artisans, crafts people, and volunteers, we offer noncompetitive education focusing on <strong>the</strong> student. Located in Down<strong>to</strong>wn {might add <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> location, seeing how route 9N runs through <strong>the</strong> center of Lake Luzerne} Lake Luzerne, NY, we are situated in <strong>the</strong> sou<strong>the</strong>rn Adirondack Park, a State park of over six-million acres of “forever wild” protected land. The beauty and natural abundance of this environment influenced <strong>the</strong> skilled artisans that created <strong>the</strong> pack basket, twig furniture, birch bark containers, <strong>the</strong> Adirondack lean-<strong>to</strong>, <strong>the</strong> guide boat, and <strong>the</strong> Adirondack chair, [while visiting, be sure <strong>to</strong> climb in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> oversized Adirondack Chair for a group pho<strong>to</strong>.] These are <strong>the</strong> home furnishings, boats, and decor still found in cabins, lodges, and homes <strong>to</strong>day throughout <strong>the</strong> region which have helped create <strong>the</strong> unique “Adirondack Style”. Today, our region hosts <strong>the</strong>se and numerous o<strong>the</strong>r creative forms of expression. Our instruc<strong>to</strong>rs from around <strong>the</strong> country share <strong>the</strong>ir knowledge and skills, and inspire you with <strong>the</strong>ir enthusiasm. In addition <strong>to</strong> our hands-on classes, Adirondack s<strong>to</strong>rytellers and musicians share <strong>the</strong> cultural heritage of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Adirondacks</strong> through demonstrations, special programs, and our fireside evening ga<strong>the</strong>rings. Join us August 17th for “Hot Fiddlers, Hot Forges and Hot Fudge” 1-4pm at <strong>the</strong> Adirondack Folk School, 52 Main Street, Lake Luzerne. The Fire Tower Challenge Whe<strong>the</strong>r it’s <strong>the</strong> view from <strong>the</strong> summit or from <strong>the</strong> <strong>to</strong>wer--or <strong>the</strong> experiences in route--”fire <strong>to</strong>wer fever” grips you right away and <strong>the</strong>re’s no turning back. The Glens Falls-Sara<strong>to</strong>ga Chapter of <strong>the</strong> Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) created <strong>the</strong> Fire Tower Challenge <strong>to</strong> encourage hikers <strong>to</strong> appreciate fire <strong>to</strong>wers, <strong>the</strong>ir his<strong>to</strong>ry and <strong>the</strong> peaks where <strong>the</strong>y are located. What is <strong>the</strong> Fire Tower Challenge? The Fire Tower Challenge began with <strong>the</strong> publication of <strong>the</strong> guidebook, ‘Views from on High: Fire Tower Trails in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Adirondacks</strong> and Catskills’ by John P. (Jack) Freeman. The Challenge hikes are described in detail, along with a fascinating essay describing <strong>the</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ry of Forest Preserve fire <strong>to</strong>wers by noted his<strong>to</strong>ric preservationist Wesley H. Haynes. The book is published by <strong>the</strong> ADK Mountain Club. To buy “Views from on High” call 1-800-395-8080 (8:30 AM <strong>to</strong> 5:00 PM, Mon through Sat.), or visit <strong>the</strong> Club’s Lake George or Heart Lake facilities, at I-87 exit 21 or purchase online from <strong>the</strong> ADK Mountain Club Online S<strong>to</strong>re, It is also available from books<strong>to</strong>res and outdoor retailers. In North Creek, Hudson River Trading Company typically carries <strong>the</strong> book and in <strong>the</strong> Gift and Book Shop at <strong>the</strong> Kinnear Museum of Local His<strong>to</strong>ry, Lake Luzerne, while on your way <strong>to</strong> climb Hadley Mountain Fire Tower. You don’t need <strong>to</strong> be a member of ADK <strong>to</strong> take part in <strong>the</strong> Challenge. Rules of <strong>the</strong> Fire Tower Challenge: To complete <strong>the</strong> Challenge and receive <strong>the</strong> official full-color patch, hikers must climb and document, by date, ascents of at least 23 fire <strong>to</strong>wer summits: 18 of 23 Adirondack Park summits and all 5 Catskill Park summits. Climbing each <strong>to</strong>wer itself is not required, nor in fact recommended, especially (for) those <strong>to</strong>wers that have not been res<strong>to</strong>red for safe public use. The mountain should have a standing fire <strong>to</strong>wer on <strong>the</strong> date of your ascent. Two of <strong>the</strong> Adirondack <strong>to</strong>wers described in Views from on High have been removed—see list on reverse. When registering <strong>the</strong> dates of your climb, be sure <strong>to</strong> use extra sheets of paper <strong>to</strong> describe details of interest: wea<strong>the</strong>r, wildlife sightings, your impressions, your companions - and whatever else caught your attention. We really want you <strong>to</strong> share your experiences with us, so please be expressive. Reach our advertisers at: ADKDining<strong>Guide</strong>.com • ADKS<strong>to</strong>resandGalleries.com • ADKEntertainment.com • ADKAccommodations.com
25 adktubing.com (518) 696-6133 877 Lake Ave., Lake Luzerne, NY TREETOP ADVENTURE COURSES Jump, climb and zipline your way through <strong>the</strong> beautiful forest canopy! ULTIMATE ADVENTURE COMBO Combine both great activities for <strong>the</strong> ultimate Adirondack Experience! TUBING & RAFTING <strong>Guide</strong>d trips near Lake George & Sara<strong>to</strong>ga perfect for all ages! Reach our advertisers at: ADKDining<strong>Guide</strong>.com • ADKS<strong>to</strong>resandGalleries.com • ADKEntertainment.com • ADKAccommodations.com
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