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Suburban Propane Collaborates with Operation Adopt A Soldier in Saratoga to Provide More than 500 Care Packages for Troops

Representatives from Suburban Propane’s Fort Edward, location assembled care packages at Operation Adopt A Soldier in Saratoga. Photo provided.

WHIPPANY, NEW JERSEY — More than 500 care packages were assembled for local troops serving overseas. The event involved a collaboration between Suburban Propane Partners and Operation Adopt A Soldier and included letters written by Suburban Propane employees from across the region, snacks, games, and other necessities that will serve as a reminder of home and a symbol of gratitude for their service. 

“Operation Adopt A Soldier is an all-volunteer, not for profit 501c3 organization with a goal to raise and maintain awareness to the American people of the day to day sacrifices our military men and women and their families make to protect our freedoms,” Cliff Seguin, Founder and Chairman, Operation Adopt A Soldier, said in a statement.  “In 2023, we mailed over 6,300 boxes to our troops and are so grateful to Suburban Propane for their support so that we can be as successful this year.”

 

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Operation Adopt A Soldier, Inc. was founded in 2003 by Cliff Seguin and Dominick Commisso at the Mt. McGregor Correctional Facility in Wilton. 

“As a veteran employer, Suburban Propane is honored to join Operation Adopt A Soldier in their mission to support our troops, who selflessly serve this country every day to protect our freedoms,” said Nandini Sankara, of Suburban Propane. 

The company is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives. 

Greenfield Girl Scout Saves Toddler From Drowning, Awarded Medals

GREENFIELD — 12-year-old Amelia Juracka, a camper at Hidden Lake Girl Scout Camp, knew something was wrong when her two-year-old cousin wandered into the deep end of a swimming pool. Thanks to her water safety training, Juracka sprang into action and pulled her little cousin out of the water. 

For her heroics, Juracka became one of only 27 girl scouts nationwide to receive the Girl Scout Medal of Honor. Last week, she was also awarded the New York State Senate Liberty Medal, the Senate’s highest honor. Juracka is one of the youngest people in state history to receive the award.

“I am proud to present the Senate’s highest honor, the Liberty Medal, to Amelia for truly exemplifying the spirit of heroism and compassion and the best of New York,” said Senator Tedisco in a statement.

Tedisco presented Juracka with the award at the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York office in Queensbury.

May 24-31 At Moreau Lake State Park

 

MOREAU — Moreau Lake State Park located at 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. Phone: 518-793-0511

Fridays, May 24, 31 @ 9:30am Wiggly Wanderers. 

Wiggly Wanderers is a casual and fun program that is offered to walking toddlers, carriable babies and their caregivers. This will be a beginner’s hike/wander series for toddlers who are ready to move and caregivers who are willing and able to baby wear and/or carry their toddler if their legs get too tired. We will not plan too much distance walking and we will rely on teachable moments to carry us through these experiences. Strollers will not work for these programs. This event does not have sign ups, please come if you can.  We meet at the nature center parking lot. $1 per child. For any questions call 518-793-0511.

Saturday, May 25 Earth Friendly Camping 11 am – 2pm.

Drop in to learn tips and tricks to stay ethical in the outdoors. We will teach you how to pre-plan for a more environmentally friendly camping trip! This program is free and does not require registration, but you can call for any questions at 518-793-0511. 

Sunday May 26 Beginner Bird Walk 8:30am.

Calling all beginner birders. Join us on a guided hike to search for birds! Feel free to bring binoculars. The hike will be a start and stop walk for less than two miles. Class fees waved with food donations. Please Reserve your spot at 518-793-0511. 

Sunday, May 26 Reptile Profile 11am.

Join an educator in the nature center to meet our resident reptiles! We at Moreau take care of six New York native turtles and two snakes that cannot be released into the wild and are wonderful little educators. Learn about their exciting lives, what they like to eat, and what they use for shell-ter at the Nature Center. This program is for all ages. The cost is $5 for adults, $1 for children (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register at least 24 hours in advance at 518-793-0511. 

Tuesday May 28 Beginner Bird Walk 8:30am.

Calling all beginner birders. Join us on a guided hike to search for birds! Feel free to bring binoculars. The hike will be a start and stop walk for less than two miles. Class fees waved with food donations. Please Reserve your spot at 518-793-0511.

Tuesday, May 28 Beaver Hike 10:00 pm. 

Did you know that MLSP is home to a thriving population of North America’s largest rodent? We will walk along the Wetlands Walk trail where we can view our beaver’s dam and lodges while we learn all about how they live, love, and learn. This program is for people of all ages, it’s an easy-moderate hike. Pay $1 per child and $5 per adult (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Please register in advance by calling 518-793-0511. 

Wednesday, May 29 1pm Porcupine Adventure.

The park educator will be leading this moderate hike up to a lesser known trail in the park and showing you some areas that the porcupines like to hang out.  Porcupines are cool creatures who love to take naps and we will be searching high and low to spot a porkie having a sunny naps.  This program is $5 for adults and $1 for children, spots are limited. Please call to reserve your spot 518-793-0511. 

Public Event May 29 to Celebrate New Exhibits, Extensive Upgrades to Battlefield Tour Road

STILLWATER — One of the most historic landscapes in the country has recently seen the completion of the $6 million Battlefield Tour Road Improvement Project.

The large-scale construction project in Saratoga National Historical Park, funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund, focused on making upgrades and increasing accessibility of parking areas, trailheads, walkways, seating, signage, exhibits and viewing areas along the popular 10-mile-long route.

A celebration to mark the project’s completion will take place at Tour Stop 2 (Neilson’s Farm) at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. 

The public is invited to join partners, people and stakeholders who made this project possible. The ceremony will be followed by opportunities to explore the battlefield and speak with park staff at Tour Stop 2, Tour Stop 6 (Freeman’s Farm) and Tour Stop 10 (Return to Saratoga).

 As the country approaches the upcoming 250th anniversary commemorations of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and of the Battles of Saratoga in 2027, the improvements will provide visitors with a better understanding of the battles and their vital role in securing American independence. Prior to the project, the Tour Road and its 10 tour stops, which are the primary way that most people visit the historic battlefield grounds, had been largely unchanged for nearly 50 years. 

Autonomous Regions Meeting

 

While splitting the State of New York into separate states is preferable, autonomous regions should be easier to achieve. By forming Regions, not a new state, or moving counties between states, Congress can be legally bypassed.

Tue May 28, 2024 at 6:30PM in Malta NY at The Ripe Tomato an American Grill, 2721 US Rte 9, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Ask for Divide NYS Group

Animal Protective Foundation to Hold 3rd Annual WOOFSTOCK June 2

GLENVILLE — The Animal Protective Foundation (APF) announced the return of the Woofstock Music Festival to the Mohawk Harbor Amphitheater in Schenectady on Sunday, June 2. 

All proceeds of all-day pet-friendly music festival will go towards the APF’s ongoing mission to provide medical care, housing, food, and lifesaving support for companion animals in need.

The day kicks off at 9 a.m. with an optional 5K run/Walk-a-thon (includes free admission to Woofstock), followed by live music at 11 a.m. with local favorites 20 Ninety Six (2096) and the Donna Tritico Band. 

Over 40 vendors will also be on-site with pet-friendly and focused shopping, food and drink.

To purchase Woofstock Music Festival tickets, and/or to register for the 5K Run/Walk-a-Thon, go to: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/animalprotectivefoundation/event/2024woofstockmusicfestival/. 

Early bird pricing is available now with tickets t $20 for adults, $10 for children, and free for kids under 5 and pets (of course!). 

The Animal Protective Foundation – www.animalprotective.org – is a private nonprofit 501(c)(3) full-service humane society providing services to Schenectady County and the greater Capital Region. 

Saratoga Ranked Third Most Popular Boating Destination in New York

 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Getmyboat, a marketplace for boat charters and rentals, ranked Saratoga Springs the third most popular boating destination in New York State. Saratoga was also listed as the most popular boating city outside of the New York metropolitan area.

The top five New York boating locations were, in order: Manhattan, Sag Harbor, Saratoga Springs, Bay Shore, and Oyster Bay. Schenectady cracked the top ten at number eight.

Getmyboat used its booking and demand data to compile the 2024 rankings. According to the company, the average hourly rate for a boat rental in Saratoga is $145, and the average total trip price is $891. Pontoons are the Spa City’s most popular style of boat.

Adirondack Experience To Open For 2024 Season

BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE — Adirondack Experience (ADKX) will open on May 24 for the 2024 season, inspiring visitors to learn and connect with all-things Adirondack, past and present. 

In addition to its expansive list of ongoing daily offerings, several new works of art – including, Cosmic Portal, a complex sculptural piece that measures 9’ by 6’ – will be on display in Artists & Inspiration in the Wild, which debuted in July 2023. 

 This year also marks the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Northville-Placid Trail (NPT), a 138-mile route that transverses Adirondack Park. To honor this milestone, the museum will launch its newest special exhibition, Trail Makers: 100 Years of the Northville-Placid Trail and offer daily programming and opportunities to connect hikers, history buffs, and those who simply treasure the region to come together to mark this anniversary in a personal way. 

 ADKX will also introduce Tuesday Trail Talks & Tours, a new monthly series to learn about the people who hike, maintain, and work to preserve the Northville-Placid Trail today. In addition to new and refreshed exhibits, the museum’s most popular festivals, such as Celebrate Akwesasne, Adirondack Artisan Festival, Mushroom Mania, the Rustic Fair, Xperience for All, and FallFest will also return this year. 

 For additional information, call 518-352-7311 or visit www.theADKX.org.

Annual Wildlife Festival at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park June 2

 

WILTON — Wilton Wildlife will be hosting its Annual Wildlife Festival at the Historic Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Wilton from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2. 

The free event will feature Karner blue butterfly information, lupine planting, food trucks, live animals, nature crafts, face painting, pond exploration, and hands-on fun. The event is timed to enjoy the beauty of the first brood of Karner blue butterflies and the blooming wild blue lupine. Activities will take place throughout Camp Saratoga to encourage people to explore the wonderful trail system, since the Wildlife Festival is a registered National Trails Day event. 

During the festival, native raptors will be presented by the Trish Marki of Silent Wings, sponsored by Ballston Spa National Bank. There will be live turtles at the turtle discovery table. 

There will be lupine planting and a Karner blue butterfly information table to help visitors learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains Habitat Restoration area. Educators from Wilton Wildlife will share information about the efforts that New York State DEC and The Nature Conservancy have made in improving and increasing the habitat for this endangered species. 

There will be numerous craft activities taking place in locations around Camp Saratoga. 

The Wildlife Festival will take place rain or shine with many of the activities moving under cover of Camp Saratoga’s many pavilions, the dining hall and the Winter Lodge in case of rainy weather. Organizers encourage people to carpool, bike, blade, walk, or share rides with others since parking is limited.

For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org

Annual Wildlife Festival at Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park June 2

WILTON — Wilton Wildlife will be hosting its Annual Wildlife Festival at the Historic Camp Saratoga on Scout Road in Wilton from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2. 

The free event will feature Karner blue butterfly information, lupine planting, food trucks, live animals, nature crafts, face painting, pond exploration, and hands-on fun. The event is timed to enjoy the beauty of the first brood of Karner blue butterflies and the blooming wild blue lupine. Activities will take place throughout Camp Saratoga to encourage people to explore the wonderful trail system, since the Wildlife Festival is a registered National Trails Day event. 

During the festival, native raptors will be presented by the Trish Marki of Silent Wings, sponsored by Ballston Spa National Bank. There will be live turtles at the turtle discovery table. 

There will be lupine planting and a Karner blue butterfly information table to help visitors learn about the Saratoga Sand Plains Habitat Restoration area. Educators from Wilton Wildlife will share information about the efforts that New York State DEC and The Nature Conservancy have made in improving and increasing the habitat for this endangered species. 

There will be numerous craft activities taking place in locations around Camp Saratoga. 

The Wildlife Festival will take place rain or shine with many of the activities moving under cover of Camp Saratoga’s many pavilions, the dining hall and the Winter Lodge in case of rainy weather. Organizers encourage people to carpool, bike, blade, walk, or share rides with others since parking is limited.

For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org