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The electronic newsletter of the Adirondack Mountain Club
Vol. 7, No. 9: October 2014
Thank You Ragnar Volunteers!!!
Ragnar Adirondacks 2014 saw ADK's strongest volunteer showing ever! We enlisted over 100 volunteers, exchange managers, and course managers throughout the 2-day relay. You acted so fast that Ragnar had to offer more exchanges just to keep up! The Ragnar crew is still compiling all of their volunteer and race information, so keep an eye out for a follow-up email soon. 
Thanks again! We couldn't have done it without you!
College Weekend at Heart Lake: October 17-19
Are you a college student? 
ADK invites you and your friends to join other students from across New York State for a weekend of fun and adventure in the heart of the Adirondacks. Hone your backcountry skills and learn about the mountains and wildlife as you experience them first hand! Meals included. Click here to learn more...
Fall Trails Day 2014
October 18th, 2014
At the end of every hiking season, a final patrol is conducted on most of the trails in the Eastern High Peaks where debris is removed to ensure proper drainage in the spring. ADK needs volunteers to help with 10 projects for Fall Trails Day this yearParticipants can camp at the ADK Wilderness Campground for free Friday and Saturday night, but must register ahead of time. For more information about this year's projects and how to get involved>> Click Here.

Can't make Fall Trails Day but still want to help? It's not too late to donate to ADK's 2014 Trails Appeal. Our pro crew is still out there working hard and we are currently at 72% of our goal to fully carry the load! To find out how you can contribute>> Click Here
View from Mt. Jo
Today@ADK: 
5 Favorite Adirondack Fall Foliage Hikes Not To Be Missed...
by Seth Jones
Peak fall foliage is here in the Adirondacks and I've received an increasing number of inquiries on what my favorite fall foliage hikes are. It is hard for me to narrow them down to just a few, but I picked 5 of my favorites that are close to the Lake Placid area ...read more

ADK's "Three Seasons at Heart Lake" Marie L. Haberl School Outreach Program has started!
4th graders from six schools in the Tri-Lakes Region are participating in the program this year. ADK is able to provide this place-based environmental education program for Adirondack 4th graders. The project is made possible in large part from an individual donor who strongly believes educating regional youth about the Adirondacks is the best way to preserve the Park. If you do too, help support the Marie L. Haberl School Outreach Program by volunteering or making a contribution to ADK Education. To learn more about this ADK school outreach program>> Click Here.
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Seth Jones chronicles his recent trek along the N-P Trail

Seth Jones, Education Programs Coordinator, introduces a series of projects on Colden

Summit Steward Devon Reynolds offers some insight into rock cairns found across the Adirondacks

Seth Jones outlines 5 of his favorite Adirondack hikes for autumn leaf peeping
 
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Stay at the Adirondak Loj this fall!
Fall is a great time to stay at the Loj, and there is still weekend availability throughout October - including Columbus Day Weekend! Take advantage of your last chance to enjoy the colors of fall before it's too late. 
CLICK HERE more information and to check availability, or call 518-523-3441 to make your reservation today. As always, space is limited, so act fast!

Get involved with ADK's Trail Steward Program!
Our next Trail Steward Workshop will be held on October 11th in Blue Mountain Lake. Learn the ins and outs of trail maintenance and what it takes to be a ADK steward. Prepare to get your hands dirty! The workshop will take place rain or shine (unless the ground is frozen). 
For more information and to register CLICK HERE or call our Trails Coordinator, Andrew, at 518-523-3480 ext.18. 
Tell NYS to protect Sterling Forest State Park
A multi-national company is planning to build a 238 acre casino and resort complex with a 1,000 room hotel, almost 9,000 parking spaces, and an estimated 7 million visitors annually in the heart of Sterling Forest State Park! 
"Beat the Rush" Online Auction
8AM Monday, November 17th to 8PM Cyber Monday, December 1st
For the preservation of the places in which we play.

November 1st is only a month away and marks the preview of ADK's "Beat the Rush" Online Auction. Carl Heilman II, The Sagamore, and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center are already on board as sponsors. Destination packages, outdoor gear and apparel, golf outings, artwork, and the ever popular two-night stay at Johns Brook Lodge are just a glimpse of this year's expanded offerings. You can also help us reach this year's $15,000 goal by donating an auction item! As always, proceeds go to ADK's annual fund, supporting each of our core program areas.

For more information about the auction or how to donate an auction item call Linda at 518-668-4447 ext.19 or email [email protected], and don't forget to register to bid beginning November 1st at adk.org.

 
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