What is Lazure? Lazure is layers of paint prepared nearly as thin and transparent as watercolor, consisting of water, binder, and pigment. It is applied with a rhythmical movement using large brushes. The final color is achieved using varied colors applied in several layers, … [Read more...] about Lazure Painting Workshop at Lakeside School / Black Kettle Farm
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Champlain Area Trails Contest Winners
The second Champlain Area Trails Travel Writing Contest has ended, and the winners were announced at the annual Celebrate CATS event which was hosted by Steven Kellogg at Blockhouse Farm in Essex, New York on Saturday, June 2. The morning started with rain but gave way as the … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Contest Winners
Black Kettle Farm Barn Dance!
Barn Dance at Black Kettle Farm tonight! Saturday, June 9th! Come hear live music and party! The dance begins at 6:30 pm. Suggested donations to attend $10. But that's not all. There will be a chili dinner available beforehand at 5:30 pm. Only $5. A silent auction will also … [Read more...] about Black Kettle Farm Barn Dance!
The Eddy Foundation Protects Adirondacks
The Eddy Foundation is a non-profit environmental foundation that purchases and preserves wildlands in the eastern Adirondacks of northern New York State. Founded "in 1996 with a focus on supporting a sustainable interface between humans and the ecosystem" (Lakeside School), the … [Read more...] about The Eddy Foundation Protects Adirondacks
Turtle Crossing
Jen Zahorchak's essay "Turtle Crossing" is a humorous, informative and entertaining entry in the Champlain Area Trails Travel Writing Contest. Zahorchak and her family moved to the Champlain Valley to get away from the negatives of city life and get closer to nature. She remarks … [Read more...] about Turtle Crossing