[An introduction to the Common Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentine) by John Davis. Special thanks to Lake Placid based nature conservation photographer Larry Master (www.masterimages.org) for permission to feature his Snapping Turtle photographs in this post.] We … [Read more...] about Snapping Turtles: Venerable Denizens of Murky Waters
Archives for May 2015
2nd Annual Plattsburgh Mayor’s Cup Movie Night
The 2nd-annual Mayor's Cup Movie Night again celebrates Lake Champlain's oldest enduring folklore, the internationally famous legend of "Champ," but with a completely different approach this time. Last summer's creatured attraction was a thrifty B/W cult classic of 1950s … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual Plattsburgh Mayor’s Cup Movie Night
AAA Is Readying for 2015 Season
Hello to all artists and lovers of art! So wonderful to be down here airing out the gallery and readying it for the 2015 season. Had our first meeting on Wednesday and we are all very encouraged with the energy that will be miraculously infused with our new board members. I'm … [Read more...] about AAA Is Readying for 2015 Season
Draft Planning Board Minutes of Public Hearing and Regular Monthly Meeting 05/21/2015
DRAFT Town of Essex Planning Board MEETING MINUTES May 21, 2015 Public Hearing 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Chairman Van Hoven called the Public Hearing to Order at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Attendance Present: Olive Alexander, … [Read more...] about Draft Planning Board Minutes of Public Hearing and Regular Monthly Meeting 05/21/2015
Handmade Cedar Strip Canoe Raffle for High Peaks Hospice
Here’s a wonderful opportunity for everyone. High Peaks Hospice (www.highpeakshospice.org) has a gorgeous handmade canoe that is being raffled on the 24th of July, which will allow for plenty of summer and fall use to the lucky winner of the raffle. Many of you know, I have … [Read more...] about Handmade Cedar Strip Canoe Raffle for High Peaks Hospice