Producer Paul Larson created "Art Express" as a celebration of the visual and performing arts. In the video installment in that series above we learn about local Adirondack artist Bill Amadon of Essex, New York. Amadon usually begins his craft by exploring nature, and most of … [Read more...] about Adirondack Artist: Bill Amadon
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The Old Dock Restaurant
The Old Dock Restaurant in Essex, NY is open for the season, and there are several exciting changes to the menu. The Old Dock Restaurant is a seasonal restaurant and bar... [accessible] by automobile, private boat [and ferry]... Slips are available for our guests who arrive by … [Read more...] about The Old Dock Restaurant
Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks
Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks Class Instructor: Rick Van de Poll, Ph.D. August 21-24, 2013 Cost: $450.00, which includes meals. Maximum Class Size: 8 This short course on mycology will introduce the beginner and amateur mushroomer to the intricate world of higher fungi in … [Read more...] about Fantastic Fungi of the Adirondacks
Vintage Brochure: Visit Essex on Lake Champlain
Did you enjoy the 1957 Ferry Brochure we posted a week ago? If you're enjoying the nostalgic artifacts we've been posting, let us know with a comment below this post or on Facebook / Twitter. We really appreciate your feedback. And if you happen to have interesting vintage Essex, … [Read more...] about Vintage Brochure: Visit Essex on Lake Champlain
Moose in the Adirondacks
Moose are a mysterious presence in the Adirondacks because of the limited encounters we have with them. Many longtime residents have never glimpsed one! I haven't. The New York population of moose is estimated at around 800 three years ago. That's a relatively small number! … [Read more...] about Moose in the Adirondacks