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Lecture Series
ADK offers a wide variety of educational and cultural topics intended to increase awareness and appreciation of the environment, including presentations on natural history, backcountry recreation, Adirondack art, music, and history.
More Information:
- Lectures at the High Peaks Information Center (Lake Placid)
- Lectures at ADK's Member Services Center (Lake George)
- Lectures at John Brooks Lodge (JBL)
High Peaks Information Center (HPIC) Lecture Series
May 19
Spring Wildflowers with Ruth Schottman
Get excited about spring in the Adirondacks! Join the Adirondack Mountain Club as we host wildflower expert and naturalist Ruth Schottman for a visual journey through spring and into summer. Feast your eyes on trillium, bloodroot, jack-in-the-pulpit and other glorious wildflowers and hear stories about their secrets to success. This must-see presentation will be an inspiration for both beginners and experienced wildflower enthusiasts.
May 26
Leave No Trace: Bring Education in Motion
Join the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics Traveling Trainers, Kate Bullock and Tracy Howard, for a fun and educational experience. This lecture will include photos, games, and information on how to become a Leave No Trace steward. The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building awareness, appreciation, and above all, respect for public recreation areas and to promote responsible recreation and environmental stewardship.
June 2
A Night for Smiling with Elisa McIntosh
Come enjoy a night of ukulele music with Elisa McIntosh. She is a folk/pop artist from Johnstown, NY. Elisa will be playing some of her originals and covers ranging from the 1920s to the 1970s all the way to music of today. Come join Elisa for a night of smiling.
June 9
Life History of the Black Bear
Join NYS DEC Wildlife Technician Ben Tabor for an exploration of New York’s black bear population. The bear evokes fear, wonder, and awe in those who encounter it, but do we fully understand this complex animal? Find out more about the bears of the Adirondack Park. We will talk about the lifecycle, behaviors, and habitats of bears. Also, learn how you can live conflict free in bear country.
June 16
Adirondack Civilian Conservation Corps Camps: History, Memories and Legacy of the CCC
Join Marty Podskoch, author of Adirondack Civilian Conservation Corps Camps: History, Memories and Legacy of the CCC. He will talk about his new book and the Civilian Conservation Corps in the Adirondacks.
Saturday evening lectures at HPIC begin at 8 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public.
ADK Member Services Center Lecture Series
May 22
Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop
New to hiking or backpacking? Wondering how to properly plan for you trip? Join ADK Outdoor Leadership Coordinator Ryan Doyle and learn how to “Plan Ahead and Prepare” from an experienced outdoor guide and educator. This one-hour workshop will include a short PowerPoint presentation, along with demonstrations and fun activities. Get an introduction to Leave No Trace and learn about its seven principles. Learn about proper gear for a day hike or backpacking trip, proper food storage, digging a cathole, and more.
June 12
Feasting In The Wild Country
Presented by Mary Holmes, How to choose nourishing foods for backcountry trips, as well as showing how to package and cook meals, desserts and snacks. “One of the greatest lessons I learned in backpacking is that you have to eat well or you won’t have any fun!” -- M. Holmes.
July 10
The Untold Story of Helen Ellett
Presented by Randy Kneer
Sept. 11
Woodland Wonders
Presented by Gerry Lemmo. Woodland Wonders is a naturalist’s journey through a Northeastern woodland habitat. Keep your eyes open, or you may very well miss even some of the more common forest dwellers hidden within the shadows. Images include the stealthy black bear, brilliant scarlet tanager, an iridescent-green tiger beetle and yellow lady-slippers.
Oct. 9
Our Majestic Waterbirds
Presented by Lawrence King. This is a movie about waterbirds showing both their adaptations for living in their watery environment, and the need for protecting the habitat these birds need to survive.
Aug. 14
The Catskill 67
Presented by Alan Via. A unique photo journey of the Catskills from a different perspective: The Catskill Peaks in four seasons seen from and on many seldomly hiked mountains. The presentation includes slides from the ADK’s newest book, The Catskill 67, and Alan promises an enjoyable presentation with wonderful photography and an informative and humorous narration.
Lectures at the ADK Member Services Center in Lake George are held on Tuesdays and begin at 7 p.m. Lectures are free and open to the public, but reservations are recommended. Call 518-668-4447 to make a reservation.
Directions to ADK Member Services Center
Johns Brook Lodge Lecture Series (JBL)
JBL is accessible only by a 3.5-mile hike from Keene Valley. These programs begin at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and are held in the main lodge. All programs are free and open to the public.
Directions to the Johns Brook Property