NYS ADIRONDACK TRAVEL & TOURISM
I LOVE NEW YORK

Your hosts included this page, because we realize that every day is not prone to great weather, especially in the Adirondacks.  We do realize that some do require that active stimulation, and getting back to basics, is not easily achieved by all.  For some it is a step by step process.  At least allow your hosts to try.
Miscellaneous
Adirondack Museum (70 miles from Adirondack Wilderness Adventures)

Adirondack Muesum is located in Blue Mountain Lake in Upstate New York. It is a outdoor Adirondack adventure in itself. Blue Mountain Lake is well named for its mountain. A family vacation experience.

(admission fee) Stroll the grounds and take in the extraordinary exhibits of this world-renowned regional history museum. You'll find background information and photographs about many of the historic walks. There is a beautiful view of island-studded Blue Mountain Lake, and 22 indoor and outdoor exhibit areas.

Adirondack Animal Land (20 minutes from the Camps & Yurts)


Adirondack Animal Land is located in Upstate New York in Fulton county. It is an outdoor animal zoo for children and family vacations. The animal zoo is located only 20 minutes from your lodging. The animals are very well kept and outdoors for your viewing.
A Day of Fun For the Entire Family
Open 10:00am to 5:00 pm Everyday through Labor Day
Adults $9.25
Children (12 mos - 12 yrs) - 7.25
HUNDREDS OF EXOTIC ANIMALS
UNUSUAL BIRDS IN NATURAL SETTINGS
KANAGROOS, CAMELS, COUGARS, MONKEYS, LIONS, BEARS & MORE
LOTS OF NEW DISPLAYS
PICNIC AREA



Antique Shopping
On those rainy days in the Adirondacks - go find the basics.  We will gladly supply you with the information, just ask.

Your Hosts Favorite:  Debby's
don't let the small building deceive you
packed full with antiques and vintage items reasonably priced.  

debs antique shop is located in Upstate New York, Fulton County. The antiques are unique and some should reside in a museum based on her unique findings. Deb's antiques special to our outdoor lodging camps, many item that your yurts and camps are decorated with are from Deb's.

Inside not outdoors at Debs you will find an antique haven. Alot of your lodging decor has been retrieved from Deb's findings.
You will not get better laid back service or basics anywhere else.  No stuffiness here!!!!.
Deb be Back To Basics

Bleecker Black Fly Festival (2 minutes from your Camps & Yurts)
Held in the month of July - you don't want to miss the one!
All the outdoor locals will be there

Caroga Historical Museum (5 minutes from Back To Basics)
London Bridge Road
Caroga Lake
518/835-4400

Homestead and outdoor museum complex which includes a 1905 farmhouse, 1870 cobbler shop, general store and 130-year-old pegged barn, with displays on the county's early tanning and lumber industries. Open July and August, Wednesday through Sunday, 1:00PM - 5:00PM.

This museum is located in the Adirondacks in Upstate New York. Your lodging is minuetes away from the events. Some programs are held outdoors in the mountain air.

   

Eagle Mills Cider Company (25 minutes from Back To Basics)
Eagle Mills Road (off Rt 29)
Broadalbin, NY  12025
518-883-8700

El Rancho & Ozoner 29 Drive-In Movie Theaters (20 minutes from Back To Basics)
Route 29
Broadalbin, NY  12025
518-883-5735
El-Rancho Drive-In is located in Palentine Bridge, NY.  The Ozoner is a new drive-in located on Route 29 in Broadalbin, NY This drive-in features two screens.

Peck's Lake Museum (5 minutes from Back To Basics)
Rt 29A
518-725-6236
Peck's Museum is located on Route 29A. A small schoolhouse is the local area museum.

1857-1947 Schoolhouse started by John Peck, Original furniture, including desks, maps and blackboard.  Nature trail.  School field trips by appointment.  Open Wed/Sat 1-4pm - June-Sept.

Powley Piseco Road (20 minutes from Back To Basics)
This is a excellent road for a scenic ride and to observe an old-growth forest.  (This road can only be accessed in the Summer by car - seasonal highway only).  This area has wonderful places to pull over and explore.

While on vacation in the Adirondack outdoors, please try to take in the Powley Road ride. This also makes a wonderful part of your family. vacation.

One of the outdoor wonders in the Southern Adirondacks. Travel the seasonal dirt road in the Adirondacks from Airetta to Stratford.

Royal Mountain Motocross (10 minutes from Back To Basics)
SR-10
Caroga Lake, NY  12032
518-835-6445
Motorcross events are run every week at Royal Mountain located on Route 10 in Caroga Lake.

Saratoga Raceway (40 minutes from Back To Basics)
267 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs NY 12866
Saratoga Race Way is a popular event in August.

104 East Shore Road
Caroga Lake, NY  12032
835-4110

Sherman's built in the 1900's and was a popular amusement park.  It has now been restored and provides entertainment on the weekends along with a wonderful setting for the lakeside weddings and banquet facilities it now offers.  Some of the events provided at Sherman's are bands, fireworks, Motorcycle runs, classic car club drive-ins and shows.

You can access their events calendar or information concerning banquet facilities and weddings at the link below.

Timberlane Blueberry Farm (10 minutes from Back To Basics)
Mussey Road
Caroga Lake
518-835-6335
Pick your own blueberries at Timberland Blueberry Farm on Mussey Road in Caroga Lake, NY

A pick your own or ready-picked organically grown blueberry farm.  Timberlane also has raspberries, fruit sauces, maple syrup, day lilies, handmade pottery, and crafts.  Open 9-5 daily mid-July through the end of berry season.

Whitewater Rafting
Hudson River Gorge
Middle Moose River
Lower Moose River
1-800-443-7238

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