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News Briefs Inaugural Saranac Lake 3P Race SARANAC LAKE – The first Saranac “Pole- Pedal-Paddle” Race is set for Saturday, March 4. The race features skiing, biking, paddling, and running and is open to individuals and relay teams. Skin or snowshoe up to Mt. Pisgah Ski Area, then ski or snowboard down, then bike to Dewey Mountain Recreation Center to cross-country ski on their groomed trails. Bike to the Saranac River to paddle downstream to the Saranac Lake Fish & Game Club. Finally, run to the finish line at Mt. Pisgah and the post-race celebration. The event is a community celebration of Saranac Lake’s diverse recreational venues and activities. Registration fees cover the lift and trail tickets at Mt. Pisgah and Dewey Mountain and a mandatory pre-race safety meeting will be held the night before the race. The event benefits Saranac Lake Innovative Cycling Kids. Learn more: saranaclake3p.org. Erie Canalway Canoe Raffle WATERFORD – Win a beautiful Oseetah canoe, generously donated and handcrafted by Placid Boatworks in Lake Placid. The Oseetah is an ultralight pack canoe that’s perfect for day tripping or longer journeys on the canals, rivers or lakes. Imagine yourself in a 14-foot, 21-pound canoe this summer! PLACID BOATWORKS OSEETAH CANOE. Your participation in the raffle fundraiser will support stewardship, recreation and community programs along the NYS Canalway Water Trail and within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. Tickets are $20 each or $100 for six tickets. One winner will be chosen on June 16, 2023 and you need not be present to win. The winner can customize the seat in their new garnet Oseetah canoe. Raffle tickets may be purchased at Erie Canalway: eriecanalway.org/watertrail. Or by sending a check payable to Erie Canalway Heritage Fund, Attn: Canoe Raffle, PO Box 219, Waterford, NY 12188. Tickets will be mailed to purchasers. Locally Owned & Independent Adirondack Sports & Fitness, LLC 15 Coventry Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 877-8788 • Fax (518) 877-0619 info@AdkSports.com ISSUE #265 Publisher/Editor/Founder: Darryl Caron Art Director: Karen Chapman Consulting Editor: Mona Caron Adirondack Sports is published 12 times per year with a monthly circulation of 18,000 copies. © 2023 Adirondack Sports & Fitness, LLC. All rights reserved. Please recycle. AdkSports.com Facebook.com/AdirondackSports Enjoy what you’re reading? Order a FREE Subscription! Monthly magazine issues conveniently mailed first-class (fee covers postage) One year: $17.95 • Two years: $32.95 Three years: $44.95 AdkSports.com/subscribe Registration Open for Adirondack Paddling Symposium SARANAC LAKE – Registration is open for the Adirondack Paddling Symposium on Friday-Monday, June 16-19 in Saranac Lake. Presented by NRS and the FEBRUARY 2023 5 Northern Forest Canoe Trail, the symposium is a comprehensive weekend of paddling instruction for beginners and intermediates, and includes course tracks for kayaks, pack boats, standup paddleboards and canoes. This year’s headquarters will be located at the Harrietstown Town Hall in downtown Saranac Lake. “The Symposium aims to help paddlers build confidence and hone their skills so they can get the most out of their time on the water,” said Danny Mongno, field marketing manager at NRS and Lake Placid-based paddlesports enthusiast. “We offer a fun, safe environment for paddlers to practice their techniques and learn from some world-class instructors.” The Adirondack Paddling Symposium begins on Friday with introductions, meet and greet, gear outfitting, dinner and evening programming. Additional instruction takes place on Saturday and Sunday with optional tours on Monday. This year it includes a “90-Miler Crash Course,” which will cover paddling skills, course management, training, nutrition and team communication. The course will be taught by 90-Miler veterans Andrew Jillings and Brian McDonnell, who will also host an evening presentation about the Adirondack Canoe Classic. Event partners include St. Regis Canoe Outfitters, Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters, Raquette River Outfitters, Mac’s Canoe Livery, and High Peaks Cyclery. For more info and registration, visit: adirondackpaddlingsymposium.com. NORTHERN FOREST CANOE TRAIL The Adirondack Paddling Symposium takes place during Celebrate Paddling ADK, a month-long paddling festival. Learn more at celebratepaddlingadk.com. FROM THE PUBLISHER Taking It to the Next Level Enjoy our February issue and the snow that we have – if no snow in your backyard, go to the SNOW! Since we’re living in upstate New York, embrace winter by getting outside and have some fun! Whether you are a frontrunner or taking the scenic route, there is something for everyone in these pages. Races, outings, clinics, clubs and events, they all welcome participants and members of all ages and abilities – and they can help you stay healthy and active. The articles in this issue are about taking your fitness and knowledge to the next level, and challenging yourself! Our mission is to inform and inspire you, our readers, who are a part of the active lifestyle community in our region. We strive to continuously improve our magazine, expos and online experience, so please share your comments, support and ideas. They are always welcome at 518-877-8788 or Darryl@adksports.com. We’re excited to help you live your best life. Make it an active, healthy and rewarding year! 17TH ANNUAL SUMMER EXPO Largest outdoor recreation show in the Northeast! MARCH 18-19 SAT 10-5 • SUN 10-4 • FREE ADMISSION SARATOGA SPRINGS CITY CENTER 522 BROADWAY, SARATOGA SPRINGS THE RUN, BIKE, TRI, HIKE & PADDLE SHOW! including HEALTH, FITNESS & TRAVEL 200 exhibitors • Sales • Activities • Prizes AdkSports.com/summer-expo
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