Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism

10/04/2024

Congratulations to the Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH) 29th Annual Presentation Award recipients:

🏆 Mo Ahmad - Frontier Town Gateway
🏆 The Lodge at Schroon Lake
🏆 White Pine Camps
🏆 Mark Wilcox - Crystal Spring Farm

10/02/2024

As much of our area heads into peak foliage, we're helping people stay up-to-date on the vibrant fall colors with our fall foliage report emails!

Sign up now and share the news with others! 🍂
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09/30/2024

We made the Today Show for the best places to travel for the fall foliage.❤️🍁🍂

It's that time of year to get out and see the fiery reds, oranges and deep greens of nature so travel expert Mark Ellwood joins TODAY with his list of best vacation spots where you can see the full gamut of fall colors on display from California to New York.

09/30/2024

We had an amazing time at Ticonderoga FallFest on Saturday. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello.

09/27/2024

Stop by Mid’s Park for the BETA Community Bike Jam where we are set up with our ROOST Roadshow. The fun continues through 7:30 p.m.

09/27/2024

It's Friday, the sun is shining, the leaves are changing, and we're excited! Tomorrow, Isabelle Bureau, our Southern Essex County Regional Manager, will be at Ticonderoga FallFest with the ROOST Roadshow. Be sure to stop by and say hello to Izzy! 🍂

The 7th Annual Ticonderoga Area FallFest The 7th Annual Ticonderoga FallFest will take place on Saturday, September 28th , 2024 with a variety of Fall-Themed events and activities for all ages, kids and families. The event will offer an array of...

09/26/2024

We want to hear from YOU! 🏃‍♀️
Whether you participated or cheered from the sidelines at the Adirondack Marathon Distance Festival in Schroon Lake this past weekend, we’d love to hear from you! 🏅💬

We've put together a quick survey to gather your feedback—it'll only take a few moments of your time!

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09/25/2024

USA Today's "10 Best" has assembled a list of independent coffee shops; asking readers to vote for their favorite.

Lake Placid's very own Capice Coffee Shop is one of 20 nominees on that list!

Please consider casting your vote by October 7.

Capisce Coffee and Espresso Bar: Vote for your favorite independent coffee shop!!

09/25/2024

Take 30 minutes or less to help shape the future of the Lake Placid community! Participate in the planning process for the upcoming Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant application!

Stop into the Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society tomorrow, September 26, anytime from 4-7 p.m. to review proposed projects, provide feedback, and share ideas.

Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Grant - Public Open House When: September 26, 2024 Where: Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society, 242 Station Street, Lake Placid Time: 4-7 p.m.; stop in at your convenience The Town of North Elba and the Village of Lake Placid are excited to invite the co...

09/23/2024

The Village of Lake Placid and Town of North Elba invite you to help shape our community’s future by stopping into the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Grant Open House!

🗓 Date: September 26, 2024
📍 Location: Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society, 242 Station Street, Lake Placid
⏰ Time: 4 PM - 7 PM (Drop in anytime)

The grant is focusing on the Lower Main St corridor—from the Post Office to Sentinel Road, ending at the Adirondack Rail Trail. If you’re a local business owner or have ideas for projects, your input is crucial!

Spend just 30 minutes with us to preview the focus area map and discuss potential projects. Your insights can make a difference!

We look forward to seeing you there!

📩 For more info, contact Adam DeSantis at [email protected].

09/17/2024

In partnership, with the NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority, we are excited to welcome the following groups to the Conference Center this fall!

Follow the link to view the complete schedule.

Conference Calendar

09/16/2024

Last week, our COO, Mary Jane Lawrence, had the honor of accepting a Tourism Excellence Award for "Creative Use of Data to Drive Success" at the 2024 New York State Tourism Industry Association's Tourism Excellence Awards. Congratulations to the ROOST team!

09/16/2024

Just in time for fall (perfect for planning a Halloween getaway), Conde Nast Traveler developed a list of haunted hotels around the world. There are some amazing properties on this list - including Hotel Saranac.

You might want to sleep with one eye open.

09/14/2024

The Trail's End Celebration for the 100th year of the Northville-Placid Trail is underway! Stop by the Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society & Museum for free beer tastings, live music, food, and fun for the whole family! Now - 5:30pm

09/13/2024

Tomorrow marks the end of the season-long celebration. Join us at the Lake Placid - North Elba Historical Society from 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. for:
• Live music by Austin and the In-Laws
• Children's craft activities with the Lake Placid Olympic Museum
• History displays and exhibits
• Facepainting from Pipsqueak the Clown
• Hop aboard the Love Your ADK info bus
• Special appearance by Smokey Bear!
• Local complimentary beer tasting from The Lake Placid Pub and Brewery, The Boat Tasting Room, Big Slide Brewery & Public House, Raquette River Brewing, and Prison City Pub & Brewery.
• Vendors and more

09/11/2024

The 2023 New York State Economic Impact Report underscore's the vital role that tourism plays in the Adirondacks. It's a major driver of employment and tax revenue across the region; ultimately assisting with initiatives that continue to support the region's communities and residents.

Essex, Franklin and Hamilton Counties lead the boost in spending The New York State Governor’s office released its annual Tourism Economic Impact Report, which analyzes the economic impact of tourism throughout New York state. The Essex County and Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) off...

09/11/2024

Saturday will be here before we know it and the ROOST Team is busy gearing up for the final Celebration. Will we see you there?

Trail's End Celebration in Lake Placid Part of Ongoing Celebrations for the 100th Anniversary of the Northville-Placid Trail! Throughout 2024, the Adirondacks has been celebrating the 100th anniversary of this historic trail, one of the first long-distance trails in America. It's been a year full of...

09/11/2024

We spy Crown Point State Historic Site!

Today, our COO, MJ Lawrence, and our Director of Marketing, Michelle Clement, are attending the NYS 250th Commemoration Summit in Saratoga Springs.

09/06/2024

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello at yesterday's Tri-Lakes Business Expo, presented by the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. It was great connecting with you!

09/06/2024

Welcome and best of luck to all participants in the 2024 Adirondack Canoe Classic (90-Miler)! We look forward to cheering you on over the next three days. 🛶

09/05/2024

Our fall foliage report will share information about the percentage of color change throughout the Adirondack region.

The weekly reports will be delivered directly to your inbox - simply sign up with your email to begin receiving them. Feel free to share with your family and friends outside our region as well, so they can also learn about one of our region's most beautiful times of the year!

The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is debuting its newly developed weekly foliage report on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Read the story: https://tinyurl.com/5bdp92fp
Photo: Andy Flynn/Lake Placid News

09/04/2024

The leaves are starting to change and with that comes our annual fall foliage reports. NEW for 2024 you can get the regional foliage predictions delivered directly to your inbox every week. 🍁🍂

The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is debuting its newly developed weekly foliage report, beginning in mid-September. The report, emailed weekly to those who request it, will provide information about fall foliage in the Adirondacks. The weekly report will indicate which areas are beginning....

09/04/2024

Have you been to the Lake Placid Farmers Market? Whether you're there each week for fresh produce and goodies or have never been before, High Peaks Farmers Markets wants your feedback!

Take this survey about the Lake Placid Farmers Market 🥕🥬 🍅 🫑

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09/03/2024

We’re gearing up for the Tri-Lakes Business Expo this Thursday, hosted by the Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. Swing by our booth to connect with us and hear our CEO, Dan Kelleher, give the welcome and keynote address. See you there!

The Tri-Lakes Business Expo is an excellent opportunity to discover new businesses, connect with friends, and network with regional businesses. It will be a day of networking, business building, and marketing. The Expo offers businesses to showcase their products and services to our membership an...