Events

Events, 2025

Wed, Jan 1: Laurentian Chapter Annual New Year Outing at Higley Flow State Park 1-4 p.m. Ski, snowshoe or hike (1:00-3:00 p.m.) at the park to kick off the new year in nature. At 3:00 we’ll gather at the Lodge for a potluck finger-food social. Bring a snack to share. Weather permitting, we will have a bonfire and the Lodge will be open. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756.

Thu, Jan 2: Canceled Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirtaccess roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection ofRt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Thu, Jan 9: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirtaccess roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection ofRt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Jan 11: Stone Valley snowshoe or hike Alternate date in case of bad weather, Sunday, January 12. Approximately 3.3 miles. Depending on trail conditions, snowshoes or microspikes may be needed. Contact Jane Khondker, janekhond@gmail.com, or Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Thu, Jan 16: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirtaccess roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection ofRt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Fri, Jan 17: Azure Mountain Some Laurentian Chapter people are core members and volunteers with Azure Mountain Friends, but North Woods Chapter people visit less often. It’s 0.9 mile up, about 980 feet elevation gain, for excellent views from east through southwest and a chance to visit a very fine erratic and a restored fire tower. Joint outing with North Woods, limit 10. Contact John Omohundro, omohunjt@northnet.org. Level C, but steep.

Sat, Jan 18: An exploration of the new NEWT (North East Wilderness Trust) land between Boyd Pond and Lampson Falls Explorers should be ready for walking/snowshoeing on uneven terrain for 3-4 miles. We’ll do work with map and compass and GPS. Bring lunch. Contact Tom Van de Water, 315-261-1723. Level C.

Sat, Jan 18: Lampson Falls This is a snowshoe hike for beginners along an old woods road to a tremendous 40-foot waterfall on the Grasse River. If you don’t have equipment, contact us in advance and we should be able to help you. Meet behind Potsdam Library at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. at trailhead. 1 mile with option to extend to 3 miles. Contact Blair Madore, 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu. This is a joint event with Potsdam Public Library Outside(PPLO). Level C.

Thu, Jan 23: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirtaccess roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection ofRt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sun, Jan 26: Outdoors-Indoors - Mapping the purple menace: Investigating an invasive plant in Northern New York 7:00 p.m., in the Potsdam Civic Center Community Room. Dr. Jess Pearson. Purple loosestrife is beautiful, but this invasive species has also begun a march to replace native vegetation along roadsides and in wetlands. This becomes a threat to both local and transient wildlife, particularly waterfowl that frequently use our wetlands on their migrations. A well-studied biological control limits this invasion: An introduced leaf-eating beetle that feeds exclusively on purple loosestrife. While purple loosestrife is listed by the NYS DEC as a regulated and prohibited plant, until 2017 it had not been well studied or documented within the St. Lawrence Valley ecosystem. Understanding new mapping techniques to monitor the spread and investigate targets for intervention is crucial in limiting the effects of this invasion. Dr. Pearson will talk about how she’s been mapping this invasion, growing beetles, and studying removal techniques.

Thu, Jan 30: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirtaccess roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection ofRt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sun, Feb 2: West Parishville Walk and Talk Depending on conditions we will snowshoe or walk the trails in the woods behind our cabin on Pumpkin Hill Rd. in West Parishville. Total distance is about 2 miles. Afterwards, we will warm up in the cabin. This outing is limited to 10 people. Call ahead to join and to get details: David Trithart, 315-244-8875. Level C.

Thu, Feb 6: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Feb 8: Snowshoe Red Sandstone Trail. This is a beginner snowshoe hike along the Raquette River and around Sugar Island. If you don’t have equipment, contact us in advance and we should be able to help you. 2 miles with an option to extend to 3.5 miles. Meet behind Potsdam Library at 10:00 am or 10:15 am at the northern trailhead. Contact Blair Madore, 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu. This is a joint event with Potsdam Public Library Outside (PPLO). Level C.

Thu, Feb 13: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Feb 15: Skiing at Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Between Cornwall and Upper Canada Village, about 3 hours of easy skiing on level terrain with possible views of the St. Lawrence River. Roughly 3-4 miles. The trails are groomed and trackset, so we can hope for excellent surface conditions. Contact John Barron, 613-828-2296 or johnbarron@sympatico.ca. Level C.

Thu, Feb 20: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Feb 22: Snowshoe or Hike Henry’s Woods This trail system near Saranac Lake offers a nice mix of hardwood and conifer trees, moderate hills and occasional mountain views. 2-4 miles, elevation gain 377 ft. Fairly easy. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sun, Feb 23: Outdoors-Indoors - Hiking in Utah and Arizona 7:00 pm, Potsdam Civic Center Community Room. Marianne Hebert and Jane Gatta Subramanian. In September 2024, Marianne and Jane traveled to the Southwest to explore Utah’s Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. They took side trips to visit the Valley of Fire State Park in Arizona, Utah’s Red Canyon SP, and the Hoover Dam Historic Rail Trail. They learned about the unique geology of the Southwest, native cultures, and petroglyphs, and saw a few big horn sheep and lots of interesting trees and flowers.

Thu, Feb 27: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Mar 1: Postponed to March 8 Clear Pond This will be a beginner/intermediate snowshoe into and around Clear Pond, south of Parishville. While still relatively close to home, the majestic forest and glorious expanse of the pond give a true feeling of remoteness. If you don’t have equipment, contact us in advance and we should be able to help you. 4-5 miles total. Meet behind Potsdam Library at 10 a.m. or at Clear Pond trailhead at 10:30 a.m. Contact Blair Madore, 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu. This is a joint event with Potsdam Public Library Outside (PPLO). Level C+.

Sun, Mar 2: Outdoors-Indoors - Life on a fire lookout in north central Idaho 7:00 pm, Potsdam Civic Center Community Room. Tom Van de Water has staffed a Forest Service lookout at the edge of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness for over thirty years. Fire policy and fire behavior have changed during those years, as many photos show. Come join the discussion about life on a remote lookout and wildfires today.

Thu, Mar 6: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Mar 8: Rescheduled from March 1 Clear Pond This will be a beginner/intermediate snowshoe into and around Clear Pond, south of Parishville. While still relatively close to home, the majestic forest and glorious expanse of the pond give a true feeling of remoteness. If you don’t have equipment, contact us in advance and we should be able to help you. 4-5 miles total. Meet behind Potsdam Library at 10 a.m. or at Clear Pond trailhead at 10:30 a.m. Contact Blair Madore, 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu. This is a joint event with Potsdam Public Library Outside (PPLO). Level C+.

Thu, Mar 13: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Mar 15: Canceled Ski into Great Camp Santanoni This ski trip from Newcomb will be on the final winter weekend scheduled by the Santanoni Partners, Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH), the Town of Newcomb, and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. The Artist’s Cabin on Newcomb Lake will be open and warm, and the Gate Lodge will also be open. 9 miles round trip, with minor elevation change. Contact Tom Ortmeyer, 315-244-3707 or tortmeye@gmail.com. Level C+.

Thu, Mar 20: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Thu, Mar 27: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads 7:30 a.m. We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as microspikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Mar 29: Rescheduled to April 6 Carry Falls Road Walk Avoid the mud and ice by taking a road walk. This is a pleasant route with views of wetlands, the reservoir, and a split rock (photo below). 3.5 miles RT, elevation gain 335 ft, with an option to extend the walk on the dirt road past the picnic area. Fairly easy. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Thu, Apr 3: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sun, Apr 6: Rescheduled from March 29 Carry Falls Road Walk Avoid the mud and ice by taking a road walk. This is a pleasant route with views of wetlands, the reservoir, and a split rock (photo below). 3.5 miles RT, elevation gain 335 ft, with an option to extend the walk on the dirt road past the picnic area. Fairly easy. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sun, Apr 6: Outdoors-Indoors - A couple of unique hikes in the Minerva area: Blue Ledges and Moxham Mountain 7:00 pm, Potsdam Civic Center Community Room. Peter Brouwer and Patricia Curry. In the presenters’ words, “We will describe two unique hikes in the Minerva area, both five miles round trip. The first is a relatively easy hike to the Blue Ledges on the Hudson River; if you time it right you can watch the rafters float by and stop for a lunch break. The trail up Moxham Mountain is moderate and offers wonderful views along a series of roughly a dozen ridge overlooks.”

Thu, Apr 10: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sun, Apr 13: Annual Tour of the Waterfalls of Tooley Pond Road This early in the season the water levels are very high and sometimes the falls are still ice encrusted! This usually means impressive displays of nature’s power - and great photos! Join us to tour Basford Falls, Twin Falls, Sinclair Falls, Rainbow Falls and Copper Rock Falls. These are all short hikes with short drives in between. Suitable for all families and people of all ability levels. Level: EASY. Contact Blair Madore madorebf@potsdam.edu or 315-261-0751 for details.

Thu, Apr 17: Clarksboro Trail Cliff A short hike to explore the Clarksboro Trail cliff in the afternoon at 3:30. This is an easy hike open to families. If time, we’ll explore the old Clarksboro blast furnace site at Twin Falls. Contact Tom VandeWater 315-261-1723

Thu, Apr 17: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Tue, Apr 22: Cat Mountain from Wanakena A long hike into Cat Mountain from Wanakena. Bring a lunch. Conditions vary and are often wet (or snowy). All day. Contact Tom VandeWater 315-261-1723

Thu, Apr 24: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, Apr 26: Frontenac Provincial Park, Arkon Lake Loop Views of several lakes and ponds in Canadian Shield country. 8 miles, little net gain in elevation but significant rough ground. Moderately strenuous, Level C+. Contact John Barron at 613-828-2296 or johnbarron@sympatico.ca.

Thu, May 1: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave., aka Back Hannawa Rd and CR 59. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, May 3: Red Sandstone Trailwork Projects may include weedwhacking, brush trimming. bridge building, sign posting and switchback construction. Dress for the weather and bring tools if you have them. All ages welcome. Level EASY. Contact Blair Madore 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu.

Thu, May 8: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave., aka Back Hannawa Rd and CR 59. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, May 10: Gulf Unique Area and Gadway Barrens These two remarkable preserves offer landscapes rare in our neck of the woods. They’re on the Canadian border, Town of Mooers, north of route 11, so there’s a bit of driving, but we’ll go through some interesting country getting there. The Gulf is a sandstone canyon blasted out at the end of the Ice Age by released floodwaters, and the Gadway is a sandstone pavement, a half-billion year-old parking lot sprinkled with jack pine and strange vegetation. We’ll walk on rough but mostly level trails about 4-5 miles RT at the Gulf and about a mile at the Gadway. A joint outing with North Woods Chapter, so members only, please. Level C+. John Omohundro omohunjt@northnet.org.

Thu, May 15: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave., aka Back Hannawa Rd and CR 59. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, May 17: The Moore Trail We will hike along the Oswegatchie River from Wanakena to Inlet and back. Along the way we can enjoy the many moods of the river and we hope to see lots of Trillium and Ladies Slippers. There is a picnic table at Inlet where we can relax with some snacks before we head back. Level C and 4 miles round trip. Contact Holly Woodworth at hswoodworth@gmail.com or 815-848-2953.

Thu, May 22: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave., aka Back Hannawa Rd and CR 59. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, May 24: Buck Mountain Fire Tower We will explore the new trail to the fire tower on Buck Mountain and maybe see a few wild flowers along the way. 2.4 miles RT, 511 ft elevation gain. Contact Marianne Hebert 315-265-0756 or hebertm@potsdam.edu.

Thu, May 29: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave., aka Back Hannawa Rd and CR 59. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, May 31: Mt. Van Hoevenberg We will be climbing this iconic peek from the South Meadow Road. This trail gradually gains elevation with the steepest section saved for the end. You will be rewarded with a great view of some of our well-loved ADK high peaks. This is part of the LP9er club if anyone is interested in checking this one off the list. This trip is 4.2 RT miles with an elevation gain of 900 ft. Contact Dana Chudzinski 315-244-5315 or chudski63@yahoo.com.

Thu, Jun 5: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, Jun 7: Bear Mountain Join us for a Pride Outside event. This will be a loop hike beginning in the Cranberry Lake State Park campground. Nice views of Cranberry Lake. Approximately 3.7 miles, leisurely pace. Elevation gain 797 feet. Level C, moderately easy. Day use parking fees may apply. Contact Marianne Hebert 3152650756 or [[mailto:hebertm@potsdam.edu.

Thu, Jun 12: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Thu, Jun 19: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Thu, Jun 26: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery Potsdam, 7:30 a.m. We will walk the roads for approximately 2 miles, 1 hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR59, aka Back Hannawa Road). Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information. Rated C (Easy).

Sat, Jun 28: Ampersand Mountain Ampersand Mountain’s open summit provides great views of the High Peaks and the Saranac Lakes. After a fairly easy start, the trail is relentlessly steep to the top. 5.5 miles round trip with an 1800 foot vertical gain. Plan on a dip in Middle Saranac Lake to cool off after the hike. Moderately Strenuous. Contact Tom Ortmeyer, tortmeye@gmail.com, 315-244-3707 for details.

Thu, Jul 3: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Jul 10: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Mon, Jul 14: Exploring Brockville, Ontario. An afternoon event starting with easy walks on local trails, about 3 miles, 2 hours. Optional swim in the St. Lawrence River. Picnic supper at a riverside park. Outdoor concert by the Brockville Pipes and Drums, of which Laurentian Chapter member Toni Towle is a piper. Level C (Easy). Contact John Barron, 613-828-2296 or johnbarron@sympatico.ca.

Wed, Jul 16: Raquette River Paddle We’ll begin at the state boat launch known as the Crusher, west of the intersection of Rts. 3 and 30, about 3 miles east of Tupper Lake. We’ll paddle with the current 6.5 miles downriver to the state boat launch in Moody, where we will have shuttled our cars. We’ll take out for lunch along the way. Co-listed with North Woods Chapter. Limit 10 boats. John Omohundro, omohunjt@northnet.org.

Thu, Jul 17: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Jul 24: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Jul 31: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Aug 2: Birding on the Munter Trail Join local birder Harold Ellingsen for a morning bird walk on the Munter Trail along the Raquette River. We expect to see boreal and water birds. Bring binoculars. Less than 2 miles, easy terrain, and pace. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756.

Thu, Aug 7: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Aug 14: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Aug 21: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Aug 28: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Sep 4: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Sep 11: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Sep 13: Cranberry Lake Hike We will start at the Brandy Brook Flow Trailhead. From there we will do an out-and-back with our final destination being Hedgehog Pond. The trail is fairly easy going with some ups and downs and some views of the lake. This will be a great time of year to see lots of colors. The trip is just short of 8 miles RT. Contact Dana Chudzinski, chudski63@yahoo.com, 315-244-5315.

Thu, Sep 18: Hurricane Mountain We’re planning on a sunny Thursday during peak color season to climb Hurricane, between Keene/Keene Valley and Elizabethtown. We will hike from the Rt. 9N trailhead, 6.8 miles round trip with a 2000-foot elevation gain. You will be rewarded by great views of the High Peaks and the Champlain Valley from the summit as well as the restored fire tower. Level B+ (Moderately Strenuous). Contact Tom Ortmeyer, tortmeye@gmail.com, 315-244-3707.

Thu, Sep 18: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Sep 20: Hiking at Massawepie Lake We will walk along the esker to Pine Pond, visit the source of the Grasse River, and have lunch on the Bayview Peninsula. Lovely forests and lake views. Mostly flat, 200 feet elevation gain, about 4 miles. Level C+ (Fairly easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756.

Thu, Sep 25: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Oct 2: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the paved and gravel roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Oct 4: Fall Color Tour on St. Regis Mountain St. Regis Mountain is a nice hike that will provide great fall color views of the St Regis Canoe Area. 6.8 miles RT, 1,250 feet of net elevation gain. Moderately strenuous (level B+). Trip leaders Tom Ortmeyer and Jane Khondker. Contact Tom Ortmeyer, tortmeye@gmail.com or [[tel:3152443707.

Thu, Oct 9: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the paved and gravel roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Oct 11: Robert Wehle State Park Near Sackets Harbor. Easy loop hike, 5 miles RT, half in the forest and half along a spectacular Lake Ontario shoreline. Exploratory trip at new destination and has not been scouted in advance. Slow pace. Level C. Contact John Barron, 613-828-2296 or johnbarron@sympatico.ca.

Wed, Oct 15: Adirondack Discussion Group This month’s discussion will focus on the creation of the Adirondack Park. While some discussion materials are easily accessible, we will also provide others which are less accessible or even rare. Contact Tom Wheeler (northflow@gmail.com, 315-244-9958) or Tom Van de Water (tblaisdellvandewater@gmail.com, 315-261-1723) for details and location.

Thu, Oct 16: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the paved and gravel roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Oct 18: Birding on the Munter Trail Join local birder Harold Ellingsen for a morning bird walk on the Munter Trail along the Raquette River. Meet at 8:00am in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). We expect to see a few migrants and the usual water fowl. Bring binoculars. Less than 2 miles, easy terrain, and pace. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756.

Thu, Oct 23: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the paved and gravel roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Oct 30: Weekly Walk, Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam We will walk the paved and gravel roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at the entrance to the cemetery (730 CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Nov 1: Camceled due to weather Buck Mountain Firetower Trail This newer trail opened in September of 2023, is about 1.2 miles one way. There is approximately 550 feet elevation gain, most of which occurs in the last 0.6 miles of the trail. Firepower must be at least partially climbed for view at the top, but it’s a nice trail either way. If you are interested in a trail that has ladders this trail has at least 7. Contact Jane Khondker at janekhond@gmail.com.

Thu, Nov 6: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Wed, Nov 12: Adirondack Discussion Group This month’s discussion will focus on wilderness and the pertinent writings of Bob Marshall. While some of the materials are easily accessible, we will also provide others which are less accessible or even rare. Contact Tom Wheeler (northflow@gmail.com, 315-244-9958) or Tom Van de Water (tblaisdellvandewater@gmail.com, 315-261-1723) for details and location.

Thu, Nov 13: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Nov 15: Canceled Stone Valley Hike Join us for a Pride Outside hike along the Raquette River. We’ll visit the foundations of the old tannery and see where Colton industries once flourished along the river. Meet at 10:00am at the southwest trailhead parking lot on River St. in Colton. 2-3 miles, not much elevation gain, but some steep rocky sections. Level 2, fairly easy. Contact Marianne Hebert hebertm@potsdam.edu or 315-265-0756 for information.

Sun, Nov 16: Fall Pot Luck First Presbyterian Church, Potsdam. Arrive around 5 p.m., supper to start at 5:30. Bring a dish to share and your own tableware. Presentation of photo contest awards, perhaps a speaker. For more information, contact Tom Wheeler, northflow@gmail.com, 315-386-2482.

Thu, Nov 20: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Sat, Nov 22: Huckleberry Lake Hike This 3.6-mile RT hike over mostly rolling terrain will yield a rock outcrop with great views of the lake. This lake is nestled in the Wolf Lake State Forest located near Talcville. Contact Dana Chudzinski at chudski63@yahoo.com or 315-244-5315.

Fri, Nov 28: Weekly Walk, Munter Trail, Potsdam We will walk the trails for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. Meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Clarkson Walker Arena and Hantz Field off Clarkson Ave. (CR 59/Back Hannawa Rd). Leaders for each week will vary. Level C (Easy). Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756 for information.

Thu, Dec 4: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as micro spikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Wed, Dec 10: Adirondack Discussion Group At this month’s discussion we will discuss environmental issues and the writings of Bill McKibben, George Perkins Marsh, and others. While some of the materials are easily accessible, we will also provide others which are less accessible or even rare. Contact Tom Wheeler (northflow@gmail.com, 315-244-9958) or Tom Van de Water (tblaisdellvandewater@gmail.com, 315-261-1723) for details and location.

Thu, Dec 11: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as micro spikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Sat, Dec 13: Higley Flow State Park We’ll hike or snowshoe about 2-3 miles as conditions permit and have a fire and cookout at the lean-to. Bring your kids, their grandparents, and your leashed dogs for an all-ages fun event. Rated C (Easy). Contact Blair Madore at 315-261-0751 or madorebf@potsdam.edu.

Thu, Dec 18: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as micro spikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

Thu, Dec 25: Weekly Walk, Red Sandstone Access Roads We will walk the dirt access roads for approximately 2 miles, 1-hour round trip. If the roads are icy, traction devices such as micro spikes are recommended. Meet at the Red Sandstone trailhead, north entrance parking lot off Back Hannawa Road (CR59) between Potsdam and Hannawa Falls. From Potsdam, at the intersection of Rt. 11 and Clarkson Ave (CR59), drive south for 2.5 miles. The access road is on the left just past Sweeney Road. A brown “trail parking” sign marks the entrance. Leaders for each week will vary. Contact Marianne Hebert, hebertm@potsdam.edu, 315-265-0756. Level C.

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