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Despite the damp weather the annual June picnic at Sherrill Brook Park was attended by approximately 25 individuals. Master Chef Doug Tinkler, with assistance from Glen Larish, did a magnificent job cooking hamburgers and hotdogs. Thank YOU Doug and Glenn! As always, the various food dishes to pass were delicious and appetizing. The atmosphere was most cordial and relaxing, shared among friends. For those members who did not participate, consider attending the equally festive Christmas dinner in December. This event will have a program speaker. National Trails day was well represented by many chapter members. Despite the pesky black flies, all had a good time working, camping, and partying. Check out the report in this issue to see who participated. I am pleased to announce that Tom Andrews, former chapter chairman and now VP for the ADK organization, has been nominated for the president's position. Hopefully, should Tom be elected as president, he will find some time in a busy schedule to visit us at a meeting now and then. Last but not least, you will note that during the past few issues of the Trailmarker, there has been a dearth of trips offered and virtually no participation for the event. Perhaps this is endemic to the Iroquois Chapter, as I note others chapters seem to have many leaders and a better response to their trips. Please consider leading a trip that is suitable to your comfort level or perhaps participating in one. The more leaders the chapter has, the more varied the trips will be. For guidance, please speak with me or trips coordinator Bill Lupino. Your thoughtful consideration regarding this matter is most appreciated. In closing, enjoy the summer with hopefully more sun than rain and I will see you at the next meeting in September or perhaps on the trail. Paul Sirtoli
Lake George, from Pinnacle Mt. Credit, Dave Kuhn
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Iroquois Chapter Est. 1972
July/August, 2019
President’s Corner….
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Chairman – Paul Sirtoli 315-737-8353 [email protected] Vice Chair – Glenn Larish 315-778-6409 [email protected] Secretary – Charlene Zebley 315-942-5176 [email protected] Treasurer – David White 315-853-1070 [email protected] Membership –Ed Kobos [email protected] Director – Thomas Blackstone 315-826-7870 [email protected] Stewardship (Lean-tos) – Norm Landis [email protected] Stewardship (trails) – Doug Tinkler Adopt-a-highway – Doug Tinkler 315-271-4759 [email protected] Newsletter - Debbie Pasch 315-749-4265 [email protected] Hospitality – Wendy Sanders 315-797-6962 Trips & Meet up Group – Bill Luppino 315-360-0359 [email protected] Conservation –Brian Sanders 315-797-6962 [email protected] Programs – Dave Jones 315-601-6019 [email protected]
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Chapter Meeting at 7:00 pm First Baptist Church 7 Oxford Road New Hartford, NY Subject: Paddling and Exploring in the Southeast
Our presenter for the evening will be David Pisaneschi, who is a winter 46er, NE 115er and Catskills 35er. He has traveled extensively, most recently having visited the Wrangell - St Elias, Gates of the Arctic, and Kobuk Valley National Parks in Alaska. He currently serves on ADK’s Conservation and Adventure Travel Committees.
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Tuesday, October 8, 2019 Chapter Meeting at 7:00 pm First Baptist Church 7 Oxford Road New Hartford, NY Subject: "What is that?” Our presenter for the evening is Joan Hermann She will highlight interesting phenomenon of nature that we occasionally come across while hiking, boating, XC skiing or snowshoeing. She will answer the questions of many of nature's oddities. Joan Herrmann is a professional photographer, naturalist, and outdoor educator. She owns the photography business entitled "Essence of Nature" and co-owns "The Art Works" in Old Forge,
Smile! … June Picnic at Sherrillbrook Park Photo by Dave Jones
Nippletop Mt./Dix Wilderness July 9, 2019 Do not confuse this Nippletop in the southern part of the Dix Wilderness with the popular trailed Nippletop Mt. outside Keene Valley. Nippetop Mt. is accessed via herd path near Walker Brook with a subsequent bushwhack. It has a sharp, prominent rock knob affording splendid views. The round trip distance is roughly 8 miles. Poor weather will postpone. Call Paul Sirtoli at 315 737 8353 or [email protected]
Shepherds Tooth, by way of Algonquin, Basin and Iroquois Mountains. August 3, 2019 Depending upon participation, we could try to bushwhack south from the Tooth to the trail between Marshall and Iroquois and then backtrack via Lake Colden. We could drive up Friday night, stay at the Hostel, then get an early start from the ADK Loj. Get back, go to dinner and then spend another night at the Hostel and drive home Sunday. I figure the entire trip will be 12.5 miles and somewhere south of about 9 hours. If interested contact Ed Kobos@ [email protected]
Lake George Wild Forest Backpack to Wolf Ponds September 5 - 6, 2019 This is a10-mile round trip hike and a bushwhack to the Wolf Ponds in the Lake George Wild Forest (West Side) for a packraft paddle and pond Aquatic Invasive Species survey. The trip will include overnight primitive tent camping at Buttermilk Pond. Participation in the July 11 Backcountry Water Monitoring Training at Heart Lake is helpful, but not mandatory for this outing. Participants will help carry a lightweight (8lbs) packraft and gear for the survey. RSVP required. Leaders: David Pisaneschi and Cathy Pedler, (518) 449-3870, (518)935-0492 (cell), [email protected], [email protected]. See also: adk.org/protect/volunteer/volunteer-as-a-citizen-scientist. For additional trip offerings, last minute additions and updates check out our Meet-up page at https://www.meetup.com/Iroquois-Chapter-of-the-Adirondack-Mountain-Club
Contact Paul Sirtoli at 315 737 8353 or [email protected]
Lake Ontario Bike July 23, 2019 Join me as I explore via road bike Point Peninsula, Long Point State Park, Tibbets Point Light House via the Seaway trail and other back country roads in Jefferson County, all westof Watertown. This will be a leisurely ride 40 or so miles on relatively flat terrain. Bring plenty of food, water, bathing suit for this all day event. Poor weather will post pone . Call Paul Sirtoli at 315 737 8353 or [email protected]
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Lake George Wild Forest August 28 - 29, 2019 This is a 10-mile round trip hike to Fishbrook Pond in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness for a packraft paddle and pond Aquatic Invasive Species survey. The trip will include overnight primitive tent camping at Millman or Fishbrook Pond. Participation in the July 11 Backcountry Water Monitoring Training at Heart Lake is helpful, but not mandatory for this outing. Participants will help carry a lightweight (8lbs) packraft and gear for the survey. RSVP required. Leaders: David Pisaneschi and Cathy Pedler, (518) 449-3870 or (518)935-0492 (cell), [email protected], [email protected]. See also: adk.org/protect/volunteer/volunteer-as-a-citizen-scientist
For additional trip offerings, last minute additions and updates check out our Meet-up page at https://www.meetup.com/Iroquois-Chapter-of-the-Adirondack-Mountain-Club
Go to https://www.adk.org/explore-adk/programs/
For information on adventure travel, outings, skills workshops, challenges, etc.
From Micheline Kagan, ADK Outings Committee, Adventure Travel program: This particular trip in Ireland still needs a few more sign-ups for it to go. Can you help us out?
Hiking Ireland – The stunning South West Kerry and West Cork
The Ring of Kerry is probably Ireland’s most famous attraction as it boasts one of the most panoramic roads in the world with 170kms of jaw-dropping beauty. In truth, it is the Iveragh Peninsula the largest of the five peninsulas that “jut” out into the Wild Atlantic Ocean in the most south westerly corner of Ireland. This unique landscape is captivating, and the heritage town of Kenmare offers a stunning start to our adventure. Our hikes will vary in terrain but always offering gorgeous scenery each day as we carry a light pack during our hikes. We are rewarded with comfortable accommodations, wonderful food and all things that influence Ireland. Join us for: Hiking the Beara & Sheeps Head Peninsulas in and the glorious region of West Cork.
$ 2,582.00 Cost per Participant – not including air travel
April 18, 2020 to April 25, 2020
Rosa Kheyrkhah,650 Castro Street #120-274,Mountain View, CA 94041
Rosa Kheyrkhah,408-802-7180
Thanks
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ADK VOLUNTEER TRAIL WORK WEEK August 5-9, 2019
Help volunteers build a new foot trail in the Hoffman Notch Wilderness, south east side section of the 4600 mile North Country National Scenic Trail.
ADK Procrew training on day one. Volunteers provide own food and lodging.
Limited camping available: first come, first served. Join like-minded trail folks and get in on the ground floor of this project.
For details and registration contact Mary Coffin [email protected]
News Updates…. Hi everyone, It has been a wet and cool spring and early summer so far but I do hope everyone is enjoying some kind of outdoor fitness activity. I would like to bring everyone up on some great happenings and updates. First off- in the North Country, the Hungry Hiker, ADK’s new concession stand is open and serving great food and refreshments. This will be a shakedown year learning as we go to see what sells best, how to do things. Now when hikers come of the trail hungry and thirsty they won’t have to travel miles down the road to get re-energized. Also the deck has been extended on the HPIC and there is a roof over it. Now hikers have a level and dry area to prepare for their trip and nice place to relax when they come back from their adventure. There is still a lot of landscaping to do and many little items to complete to really give it that completed look. There is a new bare bones camping cabin available to stay in. This is like the canvas tents we have but it is a wood framed structure. The new all season wash house is open and is for the use of campers only, not for the hikers coming off the trail. It has a key code lock for our campers to get access to. A few details are still being worked on for the education yurts so that ADK can get a certificate of occupancy for them. The work on the bridge in Keene that goes to the Garden parking lot is progressing. Shuttle buses are running from the Marcy air field. There is a new search going on for the executive director position. Applications are being gathered now and the search committee will start the process all over. The biggest news I want to share is that in the next issue of Adirondac magazine there will be an article listing the slate of candidates for officers starting in 2020. My name is listed as being nominated to become the next ADK president. I will be giving up my duties as Heart Lake Property Committee Chairman and turning them over to Dane Kane. BUT I will still be organizing and leading and be fully involved with the spring and fall work weekends at Heart Lake. It will be an interesting time as we move forward. Have a great summer and visit Heart Lake, if you get the chance. Tom Andrews
Adirondack Mountain Club—Conservation Committee Meeting—May 11, 2019
Ticks – Are becoming more wide spread. Funding is needed to address this issue. Legislature failed to
provide funding. Due to climate change winters are no longer severe enough to kill off the ticks.
University of RI website has a video on how to tick proof clothing. Dick’s sells Sawyers, which is
liquid Permethrin, and is quite effective in repelling ticks. It is applied to the clothing. Woodworth says
next fall ADK will try to secure the $1Million in state budget to address this issue.
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Buffalo River Trip (continued)
We took advantage of the brief reprieve to pack up and paddle out to our take out at Gilbert. Here we encountered 2 park rangers who told us that the river was closed since it would soon be in flood stage. I'll try it again next spring. Submitted by David Pisaneschi
Buffalo River Trip April 27th to May 4, 2019 Jim Leinweber and I, along with four others traveled to Arkansas to paddle the Buffalo River. It was the first river being designated as a National River, receiving that honor back in 1972. Once getting there, I could see why- spectacular cliffs, waterfalls and awesome river scenery is second to none. And it's enticing gravel bars are an open invitation to camp. We camped the first night at the Steel campground. The next day we put in at Ponca. Our destination was Buffalo City where the Buffalo drains into the White River. The first day we negotiated difficult class II rapids , dumping once, when we encountered a wave train and sweepers on a sharp curve. We regrouped along the shore and were fortunate that another paddler retrieved and brought us our paddles while we were on shore. Continuing on, we regroup with our party at Kyles Landing. Back on the water we camped along a gravel bar just past the Carver access. The next day after passing Pruit, the rapids became much easier. That night we camped at the Mt Hersey launch. This was our most luxurious camp since that was privy. On our third day we enjoyed a slower, lazier river which allowed for photography and site seeing.....a welcome change from the challenge of rapids. We stopped at the Tyler Bend campground and access. Here we had the luxury of porcelain and checked out the visitor center where we learned some history. There was a call to dam the river in the 1960's, which would have backed it up from Pruit to Gilbert. This plan only galvanized conservationists determined to save the river. Glad they prevailed. Here we became aware of an impending storm, with its thunder and heavy rain. Returning on our journey, we camped on a gravel bar about 3 miles before Gilbert. Before retiring, we place a stick at the water line to serve as a gauge. Everything was in ready mode, should need to evacuate quickly. That night the skies opened up with rain and thunder. It was still raining during morning coffee. Our gauge stick was nowhere in sight. The river rose 2-3 feet overnight. A check of the weather forecast on our phones showed that there would be an 11 foot serge and the river would soon be in flood stage. Our decision was clear.
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Photos by Dave Pisaneschi
Middle Branch Lake Outhouse Project May 4, 2019 Rain, wind, sleet, and snow compelled me to postpone the privy relocation from April 27 to May 4, where the weather was considerably more conducive to working outside. Jim Lomonaco, Bob Hutchins, Dave Kuhn, Andy Koshar, Carl Anderson, and this writer trudged 6 miles via the Big Otter Lake truck trail, lugging our heavy tools, to tackle this long over due project. Blessed with cool temperature and no bugs, the group zealously dug a very big hole which, thankfully, had no large boulders to remove. Indeed the rambunctious crew had to expend considerable time ranging far and wide to gather rocks to narrow the dimensions of the hole in order to accommodate the outhouse footprint. Moving the heavy out house was a challenging task, but with plenty of engineering minds at play, we managed to situate and secure the structure over the hole. The entire project, including the round trip hike of 12 miles, took us about 8 hours, making for a most pleasant day. Submitted by Paul Sirtoli
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Wardsboro Road Cliff Pinnacle Mt. May 6, 2019 North of Bolton Landing, off route 9N, within the Lake George Wild Forest, Wardsboro Road is a well groomed gravel woods road with several nice camps along its corridor. At the last camp, the manicured road turns into a rough, washed out snowmobile road/trail that leads to route 8 in Hague. From this trail, Dave Kuhn and I accessed the diminutive hill whose back side is a magnificent cliff, a short quarter mile bushwhack through open hardwoods. The open summit knob invites the hiker to sit and relax; enjoying a leisurely snack while admiring the rocky and rugged outline of Middle and Catamount Mountains to the east, Beech Mt. to the north, and the vast Wardsboro creek valley below the very steep cliff. The round trip excursion took us just over two hours of unhurried walking. Should the reader have interest in visiting this hidden Adirondack gem, I will be more than happy to explain the directions.
Middle Branch Lake out house Jim, Bob, Paul, Dave, Andy Photo Credit, Carl
Wardsboro Road Cliff Pinnacle Mt (continued) Upon our return trip to my car, I noted that the passenger side front tire was low on air, registering zero on the air gauge. Dave had no cell service so I was unable to call AAA. Thus we spent an anxious hour changing the tire to the under inflated donut spare. I say anxious, since the car jack was not operating properly, neither raising nor lowering the car to make the exchange. By the grace of God, it eventually worked. Needless to say, our plan to bushwhack to High No-Pit Mt. was scraped. Having driven back to Bolton Landing to put air into the spare tire, we chose to salvage the day by climbing the well marked and heavily used one mile trail to Pinnacle Mt. Its rocky and bald summit lends splendid views of Lake George, as well as the eastern mountainous shoreline. Should you visit the Lake George region, this is a worthwhile hike. You'll need directions to the back road trail head. Our day began with rain in Utica, ending with sunny skies at Bolton Landing, one flat tire, and climbing two small "hills" with incredible views - all this Adirondack adventure -3.5 hours of hiking with 6 hours of driving! Submitted by Paul Sirtoli
Middle Mt. Credit, Dave Kuhn
Schodack Island Paddle May 18, 2019 Windless, calm, warm and sunny conditions greeted us on this paddling adventure. Putting in on the Hudson River side at 9:30, we turned the point where we entered Schodack Creek at around 11:30, which was low tide. This trip is tide dependent. The plan is to ride the out going tide down the Hudson to the point and then pick up the incoming tide on the paddle up Schodack Creek. After lunch, we took advantage of the incoming tide to explore the many backsets and bays feeding into Schodack Creek. A downed tree near the take out and lack of docks ( the state park had not installed them due to high water) made for an interesting landing. Mark's home made brew greeted us as were tying down our boats..... a most welcomed and appreciated treat. Joining me on this 6.5 hour, 16 mile journey were Tom McGuire, Lauren Jacobson, Charlene Shafer, George Richardson, Austin Fisher, Jay Flavin, Mark Plaat and Marilyn Pusatere . Submitted by David Pisaneschi
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Catskill 67 May 18, 2019 I joined seven members of the ADK Albany Chapter with leader Steve Siegard in his quest to climb the Catskill 67 peaks. Mongaup (3177 ft), Beech (3117 ft), and Hodge Pond (2985 ft) Mountains are all relatively easy bushwhacks through open hardwoods, and are characterized by broad, flat summits with no views. The most tedious part of the trip was locating the gravel road from which to start the trek, about 40 minutes south of Margaretville. For me, the highlight of the adventure was hiking the ridge between Mongaup and Beech Mts., whose east face was either a steeply sloping hill, or a shear cliff.
Catmount Mt. Credit, Dave Kuhn
Paddling a backset off Schodack Creek - Lauren Jacobsen is in the foreground Photo credit: Dave Pisaneschi
Paddling a backset off Schodack Creek- Lauren Jacobsen and George Richardson are pictured Photo credit: Dave Pisaneschi
Hodge Pond Steve and Leslie Siegard, Paul Tick, Sue Jordan, Patrick, Agnes Zellin, Mary Baker Photo Credit, Paul Sirtoli
Catskill 67 (continued)
Unlike most of my treks in the Catskill Park, this openly wooded ridge afforded me a vast wilderness view devoid of power lines, houses, roads, farm pasture, or towns. Our leisurely hike of approximately 8 miles, comprising of dirt road and bushwhack, took us seven hours. Submitted by Paul Sirtoli
Privy Relocation May 22, 2019 I've been the adopter of the leanto on the East Branch of the Sacandaga within the Siamese Ponds Wilderness for 30 + years. I also maintain the 11th Mountain Trail which starts on Route 8 and continues on to Siamese Ponds. On Wednesday, May 22nd, Tom Hart from lean 2 rescue and I conducted a site visit to the lean-to to access its condition. The roof needs to be replaced along with the deacon log . The privy roof also needs replacing. The challenge will be transporting the materials to the lean to and hauling out the construction debris. Since this is a wilderness area, motorized access is prohibited. We relocated the privy. Enroute, we attempted to address the several wet areas and large blow down areas on the trail. This is no doubt the result of the recent storms and heavy rains. On my next trip on June 29th, I will focus on the trail, since the privy has been moved.
Submitted by David Pisaneschi
National Trails Day - Cranberry Lake May 31-June 2, 2019 I am most proud to announce that the Iroquois Chapter was well represented on many of the trail projects for National Trails Day. Bob Hutchins, David Jones, Doug Tinkler, Bill and Mary Coffin, Julie Baum, Brian Moore, Robert Kent, Paul Sirtoli, and the Hoffman crew-Gail, Karen, Kim toiled among hordes of black flies and mosquitoes while trail clearing, cleaning water bars, staining lean-to's, constructing bog bridges, or re-locating privies. The weather was most cooperative, and the usual ADK camaraderie infectious with many acquaintances rekindled. The Saturday late afternoon barbecue at the Pine Cone Inn was exceptional, the food plentiful, and the numerous raffle prizes outstanding. Consider participating next year, which generally is the first weekend in June. Camping for both Friday and Saturday nights is free, as well as the Saturday evening barbecue. It is a special and memorable weekend shared by friends, especially in front of a roaring camp fire. Submitted by Paul Sirtoli
Photo credits, Dave Pisaneschi
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"Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity; and that mountain parks and reservations are useful not only as fountains of timber and irrigating rivers but as fountain of life."
John Muir, "The Wild Parks and Forest Reservations of the West," Atlantic Monthly, January 1898.
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Wild Center June 8, 2019 This chapter sponsored trip to the Wild Center Museum in Tupper Lake (2.5 hour drive) was blessed with dry weather, mild temperature, and plenty of sunshine. Joined by Debbie Pasch, we spent nearly five hours touring the informative exhibits and walking the manicured trail system. The otter, fisheries, and botanical stations gave the viewer an impressive feel for all that is uniquely Adirondack. The Wild Walk is an elevated walkway nearly 15 feet high which has displays depicting snippets of bird, spider, snake, and squirrel life. A giant spider web about 20 feet in diameter is surrounded by spider display stations. The rope web allows both children and brave adults to practice their web walking skills. A giant eagle nest allows one to view Whiteface and Mckenzie Mountains, as well as the rugged Sentinel range in the distant landscape. I only hoped that a large eagle did not sweep me away. Handicapped accessible trails wander about the property, leading to two oxbow overlooks and a canoe launch on the Raquette River. Finishing our tour by mid afternoon, we drove outside Tupper Lake on route 30 to climb Coney Mt. (2265 ft.), part of the Tupper Lake triad. The 1.1 mile trail ascends gradually to a prominent, rocky open summit that gives a panoramic view of the mountainous landscape. This trail would be an excellent starter climb for young children. Just tackle it during the late summer or early fall to avoid the flies. For more info on the Wild center, Google www.wildcenter.org
Submitted by Paul Sirtoli
Sunset at Cranberry Lake Credit, Bob Hutchins
Above Picture 1: The Birds nest Picture 2: The Spider web Wild center
Bog Bridge Photo credit, Bob H hi
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Rating
Effort Level Elevation gain
Miles (round trip)
Time in Hours
A + Very Strenuous 4000 ft + 10 + 10 +
A Strenuous 3000 ft + 5 - 10 8 - 10
B + Mod. Strenuous 2000 ft + 5 - 10 6 - 8
B Moderate 1000 ft + 8 - 10 5 - 7
C + Fairly Easy 1000 ft + 5 - 8 4 - 6
C Easy under 1000 ft under 5 under 5
CHAPTER OUTINGS
Requesting suggestions for new outings that you would like to see added to the calendar. Let me know your ideas and we will put them in future Trailmarker newsletters and on the Meet-up site. When submitting trips please use the following format: *Trip length (miles) *Trip duration (hours) *Elevation to be climbed (feet) *Mention of any special equipment or other factors *Brief description of the level of difficulty to be expected during average conditions. *Brief description of the trip plan, including parking and possible hiking options. * Provide Trip Leader contact information. You can reply by email or if you have any questions call or text me at 315-360-0359. Bill
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LOOKING AHEAD…………………
Host Chapters: Mid-Hudson, Mohican, North Jersey-Ramapo, New York, and Long Island
ADK Fall Outing 2019 Friday, September 6 – Sunday, September 8, 2019
Harriman State Park The Harriman Outdoor Center on Breakneck Pond in the heart of Harriman State Park will be the base for daily hikes, paddles, and other excursions as ADKers from all over convene for the movable feast that is the club’s annual Fall Outing.
Help is needed….
Dave Jones is in need of programs for the month of October and December as well as all of 2020. Please contact him, with ideas/suggestions, 315-601-6019 or [email protected]
ADK Long Island Online registration is underway
Sign up for this popular weekend outing before it fills up! Reservations are filling up quickly, so don’t delay! New for 2019, registration for our annual Columbus Day Weekend in the Adirondacks is online. There is no need to fill in a paper form and mail a check this year. The registration page is located here: https://www.adkli.org/cd2019 Join us for a weekend of hiking, biking, leaf peaking, museums, friends and fun. For information, see the registration page, the article in the mountaineer https://www.adkli.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-02-revised.pdf, or email Lorraine at [email protected].
Last Call…. Come join the fun at Ididaride! Saturday, July 27, 2019, at the Ski Bowl Pavilion in North Creek, NY. All chapters and ADK members and their families are invited to participate, volunteer, and cheer on riders, as well as purchase a mile marker sign on behalf of your business, yourself, or your chapter. The 14th annual event has grown to become ADK’s largest fundraiser and provides needed funds to sustain the programs you enjoy and protect the lands you love. Please plan to join us! Details at adk.org/ididaride and /or attached flyer! Contact Sunday Conine at ADK’s Lake George office with any questions at 518-668-4447 or [email protected].
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Iroquois Chapter Welcomes the Following New Members
Tim Berquist * Kristi Brennan * Cheryl Zammiello and Ron Czepiel * Helena Roberts * William Specht * Patricia and James Bramley * Richard hodinger * Thomas Lynk
The Cost to Protect Wilderness Sunday Conine, ADK Annual Fund Manager You know there are many good reasons to join ADK, like fun social and recreational activities, member discounts, and fulfilling volunteer opportunities. The benefits alone are well worth the dues, but you can also be proud that your membership supports your chapter’s activities and helps protect New York State wilderness. We are so glad you’re an ADK member!
Do you also know ADK depends heavily on donations in addition to membership? ADK must raise about $1 million in charitable contributions each year, separate from dues revenue, to sustain the educational outreach, recreational opportunities, and stewardship and advocacy programs that you believe in and enjoy. ADK program expenses surpass $3.8 million on an annual basis. Membership provides $600,000 after chapters receive one-third of their members’ dues. Fortunately, ADK can rely on lodging and retail revenue to help some but, like all charities, ADK depends upon the generosity of individuals, businesses, and grant sources to fund its mission-related activities. The bottom line? ADK’s critical work can only be accomplished with the support of both donors and members like you.
The next time you receive an appeal for support or renew your membership, please consider an additional donation to help us reach that $1 million annual goal. Thank you for working for wilderness. We are grateful for your ongoing dedication to the lands we all hold dear.
To learn more, view ADK’s annual report at ADK.org/annual-report.
ADK is a qualified not for profit organization under IRS section 501(c)(3), so contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
