Southwest Gateway to the Adirondacks

25/07/2022

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Our host, Joe. couldn't have been more accommodating. Always ready to provide anything we needed and to suggest local restaurants, attractions, etc. The house is dated but that's part of it's charm. Everything was super clean and basic supplies were provided. You can walk to the local hometown diner for a great breakfast (not to mention an Awesome Friday Night fish fry). Also within walking distance is the dam/waterfall on the Black River. Can't wait to return. Thanks Joe!!!!

Date of arrival - July 22, 2022

30/05/2022

Base camp to the Adirondacks. It's all here!

22/05/2022

Welcome bikers

22/05/2022

Welcome bikers! Keep your bike high and your head higher!

03/05/2022

Since 2018, Adirondack Rail Bike Adventures has been operating out of the train station in Thendara and offers fall foliage rides through Oct. 31

09/04/2022

17th ANNUAL SNIRT RUN

24/03/2022

Have you heard the news!? Old Forge is hosting the 17th Annual Vintage Snowmobile National Show this summer! Mark your calendars now for the weekend of June 24-26 🙌🏼 You're not going to want to miss this Central Adirondack Association Sponsored Event!

23/03/2022

2nd Annual West Canada Creek Fishing Tournament!
Same format as last year: Sunday, April 24th. Two person fishing teams, sign up at the Alamo.
Catch and release.
Payouts will be based on the number of teams who sign up. Last year we had great participation with over 20 teams - $1000 in prizes! Looking to continue to grow this tournament each year.
All NYS regulations apply.
After party at the Blue Anchor at 4pm with kegs, food and a bonfire.

We also do a creek clean-up. All teams who fill a bag of garbage from along the creek and fishing access areas will be eligible for giveaways and prizes. Dumpsters will be provided to throw away trash.

22/03/2022

2022
•New statewide regulation for rainbow, brown trout, and splake in lakes and ponds. The season will now be open year-round, with a five-fish daily limit, any size, with a “no more than two longer than 12 inches” harvest rule.

10/03/2022

We picked up (2) inches or so of snow last night after a long day of rain and warm, temps are in the mid 20s this am with a cold wind howling

04/02/2022

While in Forestport, a good place to eat!

29/01/2022

If kisses were snowflakes, I'd send you a blizzard

29/01/2022

When dressing for a winter outing, your inner layer should pull moisture away from your body so that can evaporate, helping to keep you warmer. Wool, silk and synthetics are good choices but avoid cotton like the plague as it holds way too much moisture and takes too long to dry.

25/01/2022

If you'd like to go bird watching this winter and help ensure the birds' survival, then you should keep a respectful distance from them and abide by the general rules of birding.

30/12/2021

In NYS dial 511 on your phone for road closures and conditions.

11/12/2021

Did you know that cool, wet weather can lead to hypothermia just as easily as extremely cold temperatures? With moderate temperatures and rain in the forecast for much of the Adirondacks this coming weekend, hikers should be prepared with plenty of warm, waterproof, and moisture-wicking layers.

09/12/2021

Snodeo in Old Forge is THIS WEEKEND and there are still raffle tickets available! Click the link below for a chance to win $10,000 towards your next snowmobile!
https://visitmyadirondacks.com/snodeo.html

25/11/2021

Happy Thanksgiving!! May all eat, may all share.

23/11/2021

Give Thanks for the Outdoors

17/11/2021

Snow is in the forecast, winter will be here soon! Experience Small Towns and Big Outdoors this winter.

17/11/2021

Snodeo is right around the corner! Want to be a vendor? Email Laurie at [email protected] for more information!

17/11/2021

Book now!!
Christmas on Main Street is Snodeo in Old Forge! Mark your calendars for December 10th - 12th, it's going to be fun!

10/11/2021

Veterans can fish for free on veterans Day Nov.11, 2021.. A great way to connect with family!

22/10/2021

The Adirondacks
Adirondack Park is larger than Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Glacier and Olympic parks COMBINED.

15/10/2021

While fall brings beautiful scenery and quieter trails, it also brings much cooler temperatures, changing weather, and other challenges. Falling leaves can completely cover trail systems, making it difficult to navigate.
👉 Research the trail ahead of time to know milestones like junctions, bridges, or markers to keep you on trail and be sure to keep your head up while hiking to see the trail markers on the trees along the way.

03/10/2021

Nature's fireworks

22/09/2021

Coinciding with National Hunting & Fishing Day, this Saturday, September 25th is a Free Day in New York, so residents and non-residents don’t need a fishing license to get out and enjoy the plentiful angling opportunities that can be found across the state.

29/08/2021

Shannon
This was our second visit and we had a fabulous time! Our host was available to us whenever needed. He was a tour guide on a hike up bald mountain. Left treats for us upon our arrival. We can’t say enough about this hidden gem nestled in a quaint town of friendly neighbors. The location makes it easy to plan day trips to many destinations. We plan on returning soon! Thanks for everything Joe!

24/08/2021

Denise
Joe is a great host. His house is comfortable and clean. It is stocked with all the essentials and a lot of little extras. Great screened in porch. 3 bedrooms, two baths, mud room. Walking distance to a local bar and diner. Great place to stay!

31/07/2021

Deborah
Area has beautiful scenery, and we enjoyed the trail along the old Canal Road. We were on foot, but met several enthusiastic folks on bikes as well. Diner nearby is open only for breakfast and lunch except Fri and Sat night, but there is a good reason for the line of cars and pickups parked outside each day after an early morning of fishing. The cottage has a cozy feel, yet plenty of room for families.

29/07/2021

Wilderness Search: On July 22 at 11 p.m., DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a pair of hikers reporting that a member of their party was overdue from hiking Mount Marcy in the High Peaks Wilderness Area. Forest Ranger LaPierre responded to the Adirondak Loj parking lot to interview the reporting party. At 1:36 a.m., Ranger LaPierre located the 33-year-old subject from New York City up the trail from Marcy Dam. The subject had suffered a knee injury, was unable to walk, and likely dehydrated. The Ranger splinted the injury and provided the hiker with warmth, food, and water. She escorted the hiker back to the outpost and set him up in a sleeping bag so he could rest while the Ranger continued back to the Loj. Ranger LaPierre then drove a UTV in to pick up the subject, and at 4:45 a.m., the hiker was reunited with his party and taken for further medical care.

26/07/2021

Melissa
You will not be disappointed!!! Joe was amazing always available if we needed anything!! Our stay was short to visit with friends but it was perfect!!! The feeling was like being at home!!! MISS IT ALREADY!!! Will def be taking my family back!!!

Joseph
Response from Joseph:
Thanks Melissa. Ok.

Private feedback:
Where do I begin!!!! My first time renting an air b&b and it was the best!!! It was just a weekend and we were visiting friends but it was like home! Joe was so friendly and was there if we needed him!!! Will definitely will be back wish I could just stay!!! Thank you so much Joe!!! Thank you for opening your home and making us feel so welcome like we were home!!!

July 2021

22/06/2021

ChelseaChelsea's Review
Jun 17 - Jun 20, 2021
Where Woods Meet Water
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This was our second trip at WWMW. Joe is an exceptional host and the most friendly individual who is full of great ideas to keep the family entertained. He not only decorated the place for my son’s birthday but also supplied gifts for both of my kids that were perfect and age appropriate. It made unpacking that much easier when both toddlers were buzzing around the house excited with their new toys. He goes out of his way to make guests feel welcome. 10/10 recommend staying here over the KOA in Old Forge. The sound of the water and no noisy neighbors is ideal and old forge is only 30 mins away. My kids love “fishing” in the dam down the street and running laps in the backyard.

18/06/2021

Amy's Review
Jun 14 - Jun 16, 2021
Where Woods Meet Water
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Good stay - We actually traveled to the area for work, but took advantage and stayed an extra day to do some hiking. The house was better than I expected given the price point and age. The value is there where it counts; its clean, everything works, and the updates to things like sinks, toilets, shower, plumbing fixtures etc. are recent and nice enough to make it comfortable to use. Due to a health issue, we have to stay places with a working kitchen where we can cook, this house has all the basic things we needed. Joe is a great host, and really understands how to do Airbnb well. We appreciated the attention to detail that made the stay convenient and hassle free. Would definitely stay again.

17/06/2021

Ticks: Wear light-colored clothing with a tight weave to spot ticks easily. Wear enclosed shoes, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Tuck pant legs into socks or boots and shirt into pants. Check clothes and any exposed skin frequently for ticks while outdoors. Consider using insect repellent. Stay on cleared, well-traveled trails and walk in the center of trails. Avoid dense woods and bushy areas

08/06/2021

Injured Hiker
A 41-year-old hiker had to be rescued from Bald Mountain after suffering an ankle injury. Eight Forest Rangers were sent to the trailhead for a possible carry-out. However, due to the hiker's remote location, a helicopter had to be used.

The injured hiker was airlifted from the shore of Lake Mary Louise and taken to a local hospital. A Forest Ranger walked the remaining hiking party to safety.

Forest Rangers were busy rescuing two injured hikers and 2 others who were lost, all in the span of just two days.

12/05/2021

Town of North Elba/Keene
Essex County
Wilderness Rescue: On May 8 at 10:48 a.m., Franklin County 911 transferred a call to DEC’s Ray Brook Dispatch reporting an injured hiker on the summit of Mt. Marcy. The hiker, a 52-year-old woman from Bailey, CO, had slipped on the ice and suffered a hip injury.

06/05/2021

Water -- Preserve, Conserve, and Recreate

Boating, fishing, and swimming are just a few outdoor recreational activities which involve water. While water can be enjoyed for recreational purposes -- it also must be preserved and conserved as a valuable natural resource. New York State is recognizing the importance of water during the second week of May. But we should mark our calendars each day to take actions to help ensure clean and safe water sources for drinking, transportation, recreation, and more.

12/04/2021

Christine
Joe is a great host and will go above and beyond what you need. The house has plenty of room for families and is clean and tidy. Forestport is a lovely area.

26/03/2021

Oneida County, DEC Region 6
Dates for stocking trout in the Black River

Black River Boonville, Forestport 1031 May - 2nd week Brown Trout 12 -15 inches

Black River Boonville, Forestport 9288 May - 2nd week Rainbow Trout 9 - 10 inches

Black River Forestport 1198 May - 2nd week Brown Trout 9 - 10 inches

Black River Forestport 333 May - 2nd week Brown Trout 12 -15 inches

Black River Forestport 1800 May - 2nd week Brook Trout 9 - 10 inches