March 19, 2014

Seriously -- Will Winter Ever End?

March 19, 2014/ anthony batson

Read it and weep. On Thursday, the first day of Spring, Schroon and surrounding towns get whacked again with a snow punch. While not a massive storm, it's just another sign that winter sports lovers (and snow plowers) are finally getting the season they've missed the last few years -- and for lovers of Spring, your patience will be tested!.

It's gonna be slippery and wet -- with accumulations up to 5 inches in some parts of our area! You can get the full forecast from the National Weather Service here. How over winter are you?

Tell us in comments.

March 17, 2014

St. Paddy's Grub in O'Schroon Lake

March 17, 2014/ anthony batson

No matter where your favorite eating spot is – St.Paddy is alive and well in the kitchens of Schroon.

Pitkins, The Timberwolf, Flanagan’s and Sticks And Stones are all featuring the traditional cabbage and corned beef spread.

And the Schroon Lake Central School is also getting in on the action to raise money for the Class 0f 2016. The good eats there begin at the school at 4:30pm.

March 15, 2014

2014 Adirondack Sportsman's Dinner

March 15, 2014/ anthony batson

Good food, great presentations, a moving keynote speaker and incredible prizes were the highlights of Saturday’s Adirondack Sportsman Dinner.

More than 400 people attended the annual event at Mountainside Bible Chapel. The day kicked of with coffee, tea and Mr. P’s Beans! (Courtesy of Chris Palmatier (AKA Mr. P from Mr. P’s Mountain Smokehouse).

Saturday's Schroon Lake St. Paddy's Day Sled Loop Race

March 15, 2014/ anthony batson

When Schroon got that massive snow dump this week, sledders from near and far rejoiced! And that was excellent news for Steve and Gary at Sticks and Stones Restaurant, who just yesterday announced a St. Paddy's Day celebration, featuring a timed sled race between their restaurant and the Schroon Lake Fish and game Club, green beer and good food.

Here's how the contest -- which runs all day today Saturday March 15 -- works:

Where: Starting at Sticks & Stones to the Fish & Game Club and then back to Sticks & Stones.
When a snowmobile wants to begin the race, you will be given a loop card with the time stamped. Upon arrival at the club, Drew will stamp your arrival time. When you are ready to depart, Drew will then stamp your departure time. Snowmobiles must complete the loop one way via the trail and one way via the lake.
Awards:
Fastest Loop Time
Slowest Loop Time
Greenest Sled (St. Patrick's Themed)

Good luck to all of there competitors and be safe out their! For more information call (518-532-WOOD).