Online Guide to the Sacandaga Lake and Southern Adirondacks
The recent snowstorm provided great conditions for winter outdoor recreation in the Adirondack backcountry the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reports today. Backcountry visitors should be prepared… Continue reading "DEC Advises Backcountry Visitors of Winter Conditions Throughout Most of the Adirondacks"
And so it begins… On Monday, April 1st at 10 a.m., the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will stock Six Mile Waterworks with nearly 2,000 catch-able size… Continue reading "Six Mile Waterworks Free Fishing Event to Kick Off Trout Season"
The 2012 New York hunting season had the lowest number of hunting-related shooting incidents on record, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Joe Martens announced today. As… Continue reading "2012 Sets A New Record For Hunting Safety In New York"
Okay, so…not real polar bears. In this case we mean those denizens of winter insanity known as the Polar Bear Clubs! Yeah, so, here’s a phenomenon that has always been… Continue reading "Dive Into the Icy Waters with Local Polar Bears!"
The Dam Tie-Up at the Conklingville Dam has become one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer on the Great Sacandaga Lake. I had such a good time… Continue reading "Dam Tie-Up 2012"
Do you have a photo that you would like to share? Email it to photos@sacandagalife.com and we will post it in our gallery! Jetskiing with Skyler, Mieleigh & Ruby Photos… Continue reading "Fun on the Lake – Summer 2012"
We have received a ton of stunning sunset photos from our website visitors and Facebook fans! Thank you all for sharing these gorgeous images with the Great Sacandaga Lake community!… Continue reading "Sacandaga Sunsets"
Celebrate Summer with a store sampler from Route 30 Wine & Liquor Depot! Enter to win this FREE case of wine today! The prize includes 6 unique wines for you… Continue reading "Win a FREE Case of Wine From Route 30 Wine & Liquor"
There’s always tons of fun activities going on Independence Day weekend, and this year was no exception! Here are some photos of the holiday’s events. If you have some great… Continue reading "Independence Day 2012"
View from Near the Northville Bridge Photo taken on July 19, 2012 by Sarah McDaniel-Austin Looking North from the Batchellerville Bridge, Edinburg. Photo taken April 2011. Looking South from the… Continue reading "The Great Sacandaga Lake"
We’ve seen some pretty impressive fish come out of the Great Sacandaga Lake, and we’ve got the photos to prove it! Thanks to everyone who shared pictures of their catches… Continue reading "Gone Fishing"
Summer is in full swing, and for a lot of us, that means weekend camping trips. Many of us purchase firewood where we camp, but there are still numerous people… Continue reading "Transporting Firewood: What You Need To Know"
What are your thoughts? Do you think that we will see more accidents as a result of this decision, or will lake conditions remain unchanged? Tell us in the comments below!
Boating is one of the most popular summer activities in the Adirondacks and the Great Sacandaga Lake region. Thousands of people across New York State take their boats out daily… Continue reading "Lake Pirates: Keeping Your Boat & Belongings Safe"
What 4th of July celebration doesn’t end in a fantastic fireworks display? We’ve put together a list of Independence Day events so you know where all the fun is this… Continue reading "4th of July Fireworks and Festivals Around the Great Sacandaga Lake 2012"
Hey, all you fishermen: you’ve got a new record to beat! For the seventh time in eight years, the record for catching the largest brook trout in New York state… Continue reading "State Record Brook Trout Caught in Hamilton County"
A staggering fact most people do not know is that one-third of the food most people eat can be linked to the people known as “beekeepers.” Just as there are… Continue reading "The Benefits of Raising Bees"
Memorial Day marks the start of the Summer season, and that brings a lot of exciting things! Boating, swimming, hiking and fishing are among the many great activities we get… Continue reading "Enter to Win Our Memorial Day Giveaway!"
With catch and release Bass season already underway in some waters, freshwater fishing kicks into high gear on May 5 2012 for the Great Sacandaga Lake and New York state… Continue reading "2012 Freshwater Fishing Season Kicks Into High Gear for The Great Sacandaga Lake"
The Moon has fascinated mankind down through the ages, firing up our imaginations, dreams and delighting curious sky watchers and amateur astronomers alike with it’s phases and celestial beauty. This… Continue reading "Supermoon to Fill Our Sky This Weekend"
With the onset of warmer weather, New York’s black bear population will be on the move. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has some helpful advice on… Continue reading "Some Tips to Discourage Black Bear Encounters"
So we have survived yet another Adirondack winter, one that by comparison was pretty mild in the snowfall department, but that aside, the sun and warmer weather sure are a… Continue reading "Welcome Spring 2012!"
March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day, the traditional Irish feast day which celebrates the anniversary of the death of St. Patrick, a fifth-century missionary (thought to be of English and… Continue reading "St. Patrick’s Day – Get Your Irish On"
All residential brush burning is prohibited in smaller communities during the state’s historically high fire-risk period from March 16 through May 14, state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Joe… Continue reading "State Ban On Residential Brush Burning Begins March 16"
We know a lot of you have been eager to get out and enjoy some winter activities this season, only to be disappointed with warm weather and rain. Now that… Continue reading "DEC Advises Backcountry Visitors on Winter Conditions"
There are a lot of dedicated ice fishermen on the Great Sacandaga Lake, and no doubt its for the huge fish that can be bagged from the GSL’s icy waters.… Continue reading "Ice Fishing"
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released the following proposed changes to freshwater fishing regulations. Lakes affected in our immediate area include Lake Pleasant and Sacandaga Lake (not… Continue reading "DEC Proposes Changes to Fishing Regulations"
As we plunge deeper into winter and the ice fishing season looms closer and closer, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) have updated their Ice Fishing Regulations for… Continue reading "New DEC Ice Fishing Regulations for 2012"
It has been a fantastic if hectic first year for Sacandaga Life. We have grown leaps and bounds with the help of dedicated fans, local businesses, and Adirondack enthusiasts! We… Continue reading "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year To Our Readers!"
The time is here for turkey and all the wonderful side dishes, desserts, appetizers, college football and of course the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Thanksgiving is a great holiday, but… Continue reading "10 Tips for a Successful Thanksgiving"
The idea of gardening in the fall or winter doesn’t seem too daunting if you live in California, Texas or maybe Florida. But here in the Northeast, most people might… Continue reading "Fall – Planning Time for Seasonal Green"
Autumn is here! The trees are bursting into color, and everywhere you turn you find apple cider and apple pie. As we trade our warm, sunny days of summer for… Continue reading "Fall Events Around the Great Sacandaga Lake"
Every year, the Great Sacandaga Lake Business Association (GSLBA) hosts a boat tie-up at the Conklingville Dam. This popular event draws hundreds of people, and it’s always a lot of… Continue reading "GSLBA Dam Tie-Up 2011"
While most campers and hikers consider the weight of most hatchets to be a major downside when considering the tool, when taking into consideration all the things it can do… Continue reading "The Camp Hatchet – Adirondack MVP"
Here’s a preview of the major events going on in August. I’m going to include the last weekend in July as well, since there’s a ton of things going on.… Continue reading "August 2011 Events Highlights"
Have you been thinking about getting away for a weekend with family or friends for a great camping adventure? Maybe you’re hesitant because you feel unprepared and inexperienced. Well I’m… Continue reading "Camping 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Roughin’ It"
Preparation is the key to making any camping trip successful, so we came up with a list of equipment and supplies for you to use as a guide when packing… Continue reading "Sacandaga Camping Checklist"
Ah the great tradition returns! Fresh, locally grown produce, hard-to-find items and unique gifts & treasures are something we all miss about the warmer months! Here in the Sacandaga area… Continue reading "Farmers Markets – A Treasure of Local Goods!"
Most Americans take a break from the daily grind to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend by spending quality time with their families, whether it is a day out on the… Continue reading "Memorial Day – A Weekend of Remembrance"
For those of you going camping this Memorial Day weekend, please be aware of special campground rules that are observed at the DEC-operated campgrounds. The Memorial Day campground registration policies,… Continue reading "Special Campground Rules for Memorial Day Weekend"
The emerald ash borer, first discovered in New York in 2009, is an invasive insect that kills all types of ash trees. Five counties in Western New York and two… Continue reading "Emerald Ash Borer – Help Fight Infestation"
DEC Advises: Do Not Disturb Fawns and Other Young Wildlife The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today reminded New Yorkers to keep their distance and not to… Continue reading "If You Care, Leave It There"
Over 100 years ago, it was believed that wolves had completely disappeared from the Adirondacks. In 2002, an animal was killed by a hunter who thought he had shot a… Continue reading "Wolves in the Adirondacks"
In the Adirondacks, as with many forested regions of the country, nothing can spoil outdoor fun like the onslaught of biting insects. In our region, mosquitoes and black flies are… Continue reading "Mosquitoes & Black Flies: Adirondack Buzz Kill!"
Perhaps among the most iconic mammals in the Northeast, famous for its ecological impact, uniquely identifying features, and its characteristic habitat, is the North American Beaver – the official state… Continue reading "The North American Beaver: Engineer of the Adirondacks"
Spring. The mere mention of the word conjures images of green grass, fresh blooming daffodils, and budding leaves. Gentle breezes carry the songs of newly returned birds through windows that… Continue reading "Ultimate Spring Rival: Dirty Dog Paws vs. Clean Carpets"
Let’s face it; there is a downside to winter loosening its grip on the landscape. The return of the sun highlights the trouble spots in your home’s exterior, and reminds… Continue reading "10 Spring Home Maintenance Tips"
Despite wild and popular myth pertaining to sightings of this impressive feline in our region, the surprising fact is that the Eastern Cougar (Puma concolor cougar) has not been seen… Continue reading "The Eastern Cougar: Extinction or Myth"
Perhaps one of the most distinct and famous creatures in all of the Adirondack animal kingdom is the majestic, often curious, somewhat cantankerous, and altogether imposing Black Bear! With a… Continue reading "Black Bears in the Adirondacks"
Spring gardening can be a great way to get the whole family involved in a fun project that will provide the opportunity for hours of together time, enjoying a hobby… Continue reading "Spring Gardening – Planning Your Summer Vegetable Garden"
Haven’t done your taxes yet! This contest is perfect for the tax slacker, or someone who is completely over their head trying to do their own taxes. RJP Bookkeeping &… Continue reading "Win a FREE Personal Tax Return Prep from RJP Bookkeeping"
Two Hadley residents were sent to the hospital on Friday night after a landslide on North Shore Road near the Conklingville Dam. The road collapsed beneath the couple in their… Continue reading "Landslide on North Shore Road"
In a few days, the official 1st day of spring will be upon us, and for many people, spring means, what else, spring-cleaning! But once you’ve dusted the whole house… Continue reading "Spring Comes to the Great Sacandaga!"
Ever wonder where the word “vixen” comes from? In fact, a vixen is a female fox. There are a few species of fox that call the Adirondacks home. Among the… Continue reading "Adirondack Wildlife Series: The Red Fox"
One thing a homeowner never wants to see is a flooded basement. Those in the upstate New York area understand moisture can be a problem year round. The Adirondacks and… Continue reading "Wet Basement? Tips to Keep Your Basement Dry"
Perhaps one of the most sought-after visitors to our backyard bird feeders – especially in winter – is the Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). The male cardinal is the larger and… Continue reading "Adirondack Wildlife Series: The Northern Cardinal"
It’s a fanciful notion, particularly after an especially long winter, the last snowfall of the season. We are so accustomed by this point to the bitter cold and the sight… Continue reading "The Last Snowfall"
Even though at this point we may be looking more toward spring, there are a few weeks left yet of winter. And with unrest in the Middle East being a… Continue reading "How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill"
Roughly twice the size of a normal housecat, the wild bobcat is most distinguishable by its long tufts of fur along its cheeks and black-tipped ears. This adorable but not-to-be-trifled-with… Continue reading "Adirondack Wildlife Series: Bobcat"
Ah winter! Snow in the North Country certainly brings its share of headaches, especially for drivers! Yet thousands of upstate New Yorkers and members of local snowmobile clubs race to… Continue reading "Snowmobiling Safety Tips"
For our nature lovers, Sacandaga Life is exploring a new feature in our daily blog; presenting our Adirondack Wildlife Series! In this series, we will highlight animal or plant species… Continue reading "Adirondack Wildlife Series: North American River Otter"
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching you may be wondering what to get your special someone this year to celebrate your love. Well, we’ve thought of that too! Here is a… Continue reading "Romantic Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas"
Ahh, love is in the air this week! We’ve decided to come up with a little something in celebration of Valentine’s Day. One lucky couple in the Sacandaga area is… Continue reading "Win a Couple’s Photo Shoot from Sawicki Studios"
Let’s face it; it’s a lot harder to focus on physical fitness when you’re facing heavy snow, school cancellations, dark, cloudy days and hibernation from the cold. The long, dark… Continue reading "Keeping Fit in Winter"
Did you know? New York’s Adirondacks region encompasses over six million acres in 11 counties and is the larger than the state of Vermont! In fact, the Adirondacks is the… Continue reading "The Adirondacks: Majesty of the Northeast"
Though most of us rarely venture farther than our own yards to go bird watching, it’s enough for us to spend significant amounts of money each year equipping our properties… Continue reading "Attracting and Feeding Birds in the Winter"
As any parent knows, a bored kid is a handful! And with the tendency of families to hibernate in winter, it’s easy to get in the “ho hum” mindset. This,… Continue reading "Winter Fun for Kids!"
In January, when the sky turns steel gray, snow starts falling and the frigid temperatures force you indoors, winter can start to feel never-ending and at times a little sad.… Continue reading "Anglers on Ice: Sacandaga Ice Fishing"
What a wonderful two weeks we’ve just had! We waited patiently, and we’ve finally gotten all the snow we’ve been waiting for. And how beautiful all that snow is! In… Continue reading "Sacandaga Winter Family Fun Giveaway"
Ever look out your window at night and see something in the sky that you just can’t explain? New York is no stranger to UFO sightings, especially in the remote… Continue reading "New York UFOs, Aliens and X-Files, oh my!"
In part I of our local theater series, we showcased The Glove Theatre, and in continuation of local theater in the Sacandaga area, we thought we would start it off… Continue reading "Local Theatre; Community Gems (Part II)"
Some of you may have been wondering, “So, what’s that thing at the bottom of my screen?” The bar that appears on every page of this website is called the… Continue reading "The Meebo Bar"
Ah the theater! Who doesn’t love spending an evening at a play or musical? …Okay, okay, so maybe it’s not for everyone. But for those of us who do relish… Continue reading "The Glove Theatre; a Community Gem"
Since the invention of the steam locomotive, America has had a love affair with trains. In fact, the historic Sacandaga Park owes much of its nostalgic past not just to… Continue reading "Fonda, Johnstown & Gloversville Railroad"
The word “Sacandaga” derives from the language of the Mohawk peoples meaning “the land of waving grass” – ironic when weighed against the fact that the whole region, in prehistoric… Continue reading "The Sacandaga Valley: A Look Back"
Did you know? …Stretching 29 miles spanning Fulton, Saratoga and Hamilton counties and boasting 125 miles of shoreline, the Great Sacandaga Lake is a man-made reservoir! It was created with… Continue reading "The Great Sacandaga Lake: a History"
To begin our look at the history and heritage of the Great Sacandaga Lake, and the Sacandaga Valley before it, we look today at some of the recollections area historians… Continue reading "Sacandaga Park: The ‘Atlantis of the Adirondacks’"
The advantage of living life in one of the most picturesque regions of upstate New York is being a part of truly rich literary heritage. The beauty and pace of… Continue reading "The Adirondacks and Great Sacandaga Lake in Literature"
Old Man Winter can be a mighty foe! It’s no secret that winters in the great northeast are harsh, to say the least! With temperatures dipping sometimes into the negative… Continue reading "Battling the Winter Blues"
Congratulations to Alicia Rayome-Simpson , the Sacandagalife.com Facebook holiday giveaway winner! Alicia won a brand new 2GB iPod Shuffle from SacandagaLife.com simply by “liking” Sacandaga Life on Facebook! Missed out… Continue reading "2GB iPod Shuffle Winner Announced!"
We are bursting with excitement at the re-launch of the new Sacandagalife.com. So much so, that we are giving away a free 2GB iPod shuffle to a to a random… Continue reading "Like us on Facebook to win a FREE iPod Shuffle!"
Drum roll please! Ring out the news, string up some lights! …Someone find some confetti and ticker tape! We’re back folks! …Back, and better than ever! It’s here! It’s now! … Continue reading "Putting the ‘Great’ in Great Sacandaga Lake!"