August 11, 2015

A Floating Work of Art

August 11, 2015/ anthony batson

They are possibly one of the finest canoes made, their beauty and practicality admired by enthusiasts across the country and around the world. We of course are talking about the Hornbeck Canoe, made right here in our backyard in Olmstedville.

And on your next trip to Sticks and Stones, check out the beauty above, as you shuffle on up to the bar.

Owners Steve Holmes and Gary Tromblee, who appreciate the finer things in life, came up with the idea to feature this vessel when a handmade canoe that hung in the same space was returned to the Gregson Family.

From Steve Holmes:

"We are extremely proud to display one of the finest vessels on the planet at Sticks & Stones. Come on in and check it out! The great folks at Hornbeck Boats have a 12' masterpiece hanging from the cedar rafters at right now. Or better yet head over to nearby Olmstedville where these magnificent boats are created!

You can check out Sticks and Stones here, and Hornbeck Boats, right here.

August 11, 2015

Cheap Rainy Day Activities

August 11, 2015/ anthony batson

As our area gets a dose of what we like to call "Liquid Sunshine" here in the 'Dacks, we've got some ideas to keep the kids busy: on the cheap!

All it requires is a trip to what Schroon Insiders affectionately call the “Schroon Lake Shopping Mall.” You may know it as the "DG" – aka the “Dollar General” or plain old “Dollar Store”.

And it’s days like today where a trip there and a few bucks, can keep the kids occupied with some fun activities from the Rock It Like A Mom blog.

There's other options as well: Check out the ton of cool fun toys, gizmos, activities and books at the Towne Store. There's loads of kids’ books at the library. And don’t forget Schroon’s Secret Candy store inside the Schroon Pharmacy. Find 45 cool ideas from Rock It Like A Mom 's indoor activities and crafts blog in our Kids and Family section.