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/

Fall Homeschool Day

All the details and sign-up form for our North Country Homeschooling soccer team are at: https://forms.gle/4UhuRntnuaSRK6TT6

The deadline to sign up is September 1, 2021 at 8pm.

We accept homeschoolers, ages 5-19 of all abilities, as well as kids who attend public and private school.

The younger kids team will be limited to 16 players, and the teen team will be limited to 26 players.

Masks required this year, and kids will receive a custom-designed lightweight cotton mask with the team name along with a t-shirt.

Monday 8/9/2021 – Friday 8/13/2021

• Time: 9:30am-12:00pm
• Ages: 13-17
• Camp Fee: $120
• Class Size: 15

Does your teen want to try their hand at learning the basics of improvisational comedy? Then this camp is for them. A week of fun filled and informative sessions with seasoned teachers Joe Conto & Amy Coddington-Burnett!

To register: https://www.lakeplacidarts.org/in-person/socially-distanced-teen-improv-comedy-camp

Saranac, NY – I love to teach and share my experiences on how to sew and repurpose!!! My goal is to inspire others to find their joy in creating! I am opening my studio for classes, here in Saranac, NY, to students who wish to learn new sewing skills or improve their existing ones. Internships are also available on a limited basis. Applications are being reviewed at this time. Please send an email to Martha Jackson; restoredbydesign@gmail.com

I have been sewing since I was 11, and from there, studied Goldsmithing and Textiles in college, striving to blend my love of materials and mixed media, textiles, color and pattern mixing! With my passion for fashion, I plunged into a 35 year career in the fashion jewelry business moving from designer to creative director! Taking all my experiences, along with my care for this planet, I launched my own business – Restored by Design in 2010.

I create one of a kind woman’s apparel and accessories using up excess materials, preloved materials, vintage fabrics and lace, and dead stock (even from the back of a closet). I like to say I am a sustainable fashion designer/artist with a distinct feminine, boho chic, with hints of romance, style!!! Come and learn from a master of her “craft”!! Apply now, limited space!