A pair of projects in the town of Willsboro are seeking to renovate and restore the history of the region. The 1812 Homestead continues to work on rebuilding the barn and home that were destroyed in a fire over a year ago on Aug. 27, 2016. The Homestead, originally settled as a … [Read more...] about 1812 Homestead Rising from Ashes (SUN COMMUNITY NEWS)
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Vintage Postcard: Camp of the Pines
Every week we share a different image on the Essex on Lake Champlain Facebook page and invite our viewers to play some Vintage Essex Trivia. What can you tell us about the scene on this old postcard? Where is it? Have you been there? When do you think it dates to? Here is … [Read more...] about Vintage Postcard: Camp of the Pines
Community, Meet Conservation (The Sun)
"The Boquet River Nature Preserve, located in Willsboro, contains a diverse array of plant and animal wildlife. The Nature Conservancy has partnered with the town of Willsboro to make improvements designed to make the property more accessible to the public. After slicing … [Read more...] about Community, Meet Conservation (The Sun)
Down the Hill, Over the River, Up the Hill
As you drive north on route 22 Don’t drive too fast, but enjoy the view Wild flower field and trees galore Rock walls, lake views, and much much more Then voila’, you’re in Willsboro Look all around, be sure to be thorough A village of sort that one might forget As … [Read more...] about Down the Hill, Over the River, Up the Hill
Bringing An Old Farm Back To Life
Hello everyone! My name is Dan and I'm super happy to be the latest contributor on the Essex on Lake Champlain Blog. Bringing an old farm back to life is not for the faint of heart and I'll be chronicling the journey and sharing my thoughts here as well as over on my blog, … [Read more...] about Bringing An Old Farm Back To Life