Pictured: Ruthie Peterson and her People's Choice Award with organizer Shelby Davis

At today’s inaugural Schroon Lake Chili Cook Off there were winners everywhere. From the benefactors of the event, The Schroon Lake EMS Squad, to the all of those lucky enough to sample the terrific chili from the home cooks and local area restaurants, the smiles on everyone’s faces today said it all.

Dozens came out for the event and sampled 11 varieties of meat and veggie chili. Organizer Shelby Davis, who came up with the idea of the cook off, was very happy with the turnout.

“For our first year out, this was a huge success,” Shelby, said today. “Everybody had a good time”.

Prizes were given in three categories: Best Meaty Chili, Best Veggie Chili and The People’s Choice Award. A panel of four judges awarded points in three categories: flavor, color and texture.

The trophy for the Best Veggie Chili went to Patty Christian for her Witherbee’s Carriage House Vegetarian Chili. Patty also picked up top honors winning the Meaty Chili Award with her Witherbee’s Buckboard Chili, which featured ground beef.

“I’m sweating,” a stunned and smiling Patty (above) said after winning the awards.

There's plenty of fish in the lake and this Saturday many will be hopefully landed by young anglers, at the 25th annual Kid's Fishing Derby.

This is one fun morning out for kids and their families made possible by the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce and the Schroon Lake Fish & Game Club. It's open to all accompanied children age 12 and under. Prizes are awarded in multiple categories. Organizer Joe Steiniger tells us that at last year's derby more than twenty rod and reel combos were awarded, along with tackle boxes and gear bags.

"All participants receive a goodie bag of fishing tackle, plus free hot dogs and refreshments. Bait Worms are provided, compliments of Bobcat Sports," Joe said.

For information give Joe a call at 518 532 9768.

Saturday, July 30. Town Docks 9 am - 12 pm rain or shine.