Last year's flooding caused major problems in the Champlain valley. Rivers overflowed, and Lake Champlain rose to record heights causing a lot of damage to the shore and many shore-line properties. I remember seeing the Essex-Charlotte ferry dock covered in water all the way up … [Read more...] about 2011 Flood of Lake Champlain Basin
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Essex County Fishing Seasons & Methods
Once you've learned the fishing regulations and have a fishing license you need to know when you are allowed to fish and for what species! 81 fish species have been identified in Lake Champlain, and more than 20 are fish sought after by anglers. Some of these species have … [Read more...] about Essex County Fishing Seasons & Methods
Essex County Fishing Information
The Champlain Valley is rich with activities for the outdoorsman (or woman!). Fishing is a pastime that many partake in. There are many opportunities for anglers to enjoy the waters of Lake Champlain or one of the valley's many rivers, streams, and ponds. 81 fish species have … [Read more...] about Essex County Fishing Information
Whallonsburg Grange Lyceum: Native American Archaeology in Champlain Valley
Tuesday, October 9: "Native American Settlement and Archeology in the Champlain Valley" Speaker: Chris Wolff is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology, SUNY Plattsburgh and an archaeologist with a research focus on the prehistory of North America, particularly regarding … [Read more...] about Whallonsburg Grange Lyceum: Native American Archaeology in Champlain Valley
Adirondack Fall Foliage: Leaf Peeping in the High Peaks
The old maple trees in front of our house remain green except for a few splashes of color. Unlike higher elevations deep in the Adirondacks, most of the foliage in Essex village is only just beginning to change color. But on Wednesday I experienced a Technicolor preview while … [Read more...] about Adirondack Fall Foliage: Leaf Peeping in the High Peaks