This Thursday, November 4th, is a Homeschool Thursday Drop-In at the Lake Placid Public Library, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Free parking is available in the St. Eustace Church lot – just leave a note or library card on your dashboard. Drop-In hours allow families time to explore various stations in the children’s rooms, while ensuring social distancing as families will not all arrive at once. Stations will highlight books and materials related to core subjects, in addition to a few highlighting project ideas/homeschooling resources with take-away supplies. Karen and I (both NYS certified teachers) will also be available to assist with book selection, research projects, STEAM supplies/ideas, etc. Last Thursday’s program at St. Eustace was such a treat, exploring the multi-disciplinary nature of cooking – if you were unable to join us, we have extra activity supplies and books (!!) for you. We look forward to seeing you sometime this Thursday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to assist your family on your educational journey.

Bambi Pedu, Director
Lake Placid Public Library
2471 Main St.
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3200

To register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMUlUTJkmfq7tWN_jtL46iwPu2zajCzyUi5Sd6cKrcMyDbwA/formResponse

Craig Stevens, a Saranac Lake Kiwanis member, has a number of free dictionaries for Saranac Lake 3rd graders as well. If your student is in an older grade and has never yet received a Kiwanis dictionary, they are also eligible. Quantities limited. Contact sunitahalasz@gmail.com.

Every year at SUNY Plattsburgh one professor sponsors a giveaway of dictionary for all 3rd graders in Clinton County. Any 3rd grade Clinton Country homeschoolers who are interested in a free paper dictionary, please email Melissa by Wednesday 10/6 at 5pm
Include your name and address and contact information.

stonebeckacademy@gmail.com

Are you a high school student looking to learn about climate change impacts and solutions? Want to meet other youth climate leaders and get some inspiration for climate action projects?  Join the Youth Climate Program’s Climate Leader Field Trip series! Take part in any or all of the three-part series of free, in-person field trips created to provide quality time with other climate leaders, get excited about climate change solutions, and have some fun. Hope to see you there! 

October 3rd, 1:00-5:00 PM ─ Climate Science Adventure with Steve Langdon at The Wild Center

Location: 45 Museum Dr, Tupper Lake, NY 12986

Description: What do bogs have to do with climate change? Come get to know other climate leaders and get your hands dirty while learning about how Adirondack ecosystems can be climate change solutions. Families/guardians will be offered free admission to The Wild Center on the day of their student’s program, and are welcome to explore the Center on their own while the Field Trip takes place.

October 24th, 1:00-5:00 PM ─ Sustainable Agriculture at Essex Farm

Location: Essex Farm 2503 NY-22, Essex, NY 12936

Description: Come see what it’s like to work on a sustainable farm, hang out with other young people passionate about climate, and learn about how farming can be a climate solution! 

November 7th, 1:00-5:00 PM ─ The Wild Center: Climate Solutions Exhibit Design

Location: 45 Museum Dr, Tupper Lake, NY 12986

Description:  Did you know The Wild Center is opening a new exhibit on climate change solutions? Come be a part of the exhibit design process and help make the exhibit come to life with other climate leaders. Families/guardians will be offered free admission to The Wild Center on the day of their student’s program, and are welcome to explore the Center on their own while the Field Trip takes place.

Registration:

Click here to Register. Registration will close three days before each field trip. Students will receive more information within a week of registration. 

Health and Safety:

Each day will feature small-group, majority outdoor programming that will adhere to New York State and CDC social distancing and safety guidelines. Unvaccinated students must wear a mask at all times and show proof of a negative covid test within three days of attending. All students must wear a mask indoors and follow all social distancing and safety guidelines. 

Contact:

Questions? Email, text, or call Elodie Linck, Climate Communications Fellow

elinck@wildcenter.org 

315-742-7229

https://www.wildcenter.org/our-work/youth-climate-program/fall-2021-field-trip-se

Friday September 24th

9:00AM Guided Hike up South Boquet Mountain in Essex NY. A 2 mile round trip long hike with gradual incline to a view on the Summit. We will meet at the trailhead at 9, however if people would like guidance on getting there, they are welcome to meet our instructor at Pok-O at 8:30AM

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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Friday October 1st

9:00AM Guided Hike up Coon Mountain in Westport

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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Friday October 8th

9:00AM Guided Hike up Bare Mountain a 1.5 mile round trip hike that has steep sections. The top features stunning views of Long Pond. We’ll be meeting at Pok-O to walk to this trailhead which is on private land. **This is a Pok-O-Patch mountain

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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Friday October 15th

9:00AM Guided Hike up Rattlesnake Mountain in Willsboro, a 3 mile round trip hike that has some steep sections and rocky terrain. The top has views of both New York and Vermont. **This is a Pok-O-Patch mountain

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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Friday October 22nd

9:00AM Guided Hike up Sugarloaf Mountain on private land in Willsboro. Hike is 3 miles round trip and will be leaving from Pok-O. The hike contains several steep sections. Views of New York on top. **This is a Pok-O-Patch mountain

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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Friday October 29th

9:00AM Guided Hike up Poke-O-Moonshine Mountain in Chesterfield via the ranger trail which is 4 miles round trip and steep. Beautiful views on top and a firetower. We will meet at the trailhead at 9, however if people would like guidance on getting there, they are welcome to meet our instructor at Pok-O at 8:30AM. **This is a Pok-O-Patch mountain

1:00PM CRUX Indoor Rock Climbing-All experiences and abilities are welcome. Masks are mandatory while inside.

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**If one hikes all 4 “Pok-O-Patch” mountains within a year they will receive a Pok-O Patch in recognition of their efforts.

Reservations are not required but they are recommended. Please call 518.963.7967 to let them know you’ll be joining them and on which days and times.

Full day: First child is $15.00, each additional sibling $8

1/2 day: First child is $10, each additional sibling is $5

Outdoor Education Center

https://www.facebook.com/PMOEC

Saturday September 18th: Free Community Day featuring the Cure Porch on Wheels

We invite you to visit the museum for a Community Day with FREE admission to the Saranac Laboratory during open hours, 10:00am to 5:00pm. Explore the exhibits, check out the Cure Porch on Wheels and participate in a family activity on the Porch. https://www.historicsaranaclake.org/