Nature Ed-Ventures

LIFE IN THE WOODS: THE NATURAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE ADIRONDACKS
Sunday, September 5, 2010-Friday, September 10, 2010

LIFE IN THE WOODS is a carefully designed adventure in learning for all interested in nature and wishing to engage in low to moderate level activities while experiencing the fabulous history and extraordinary nature of the Adirondacks. Highlights of the trip include:
  • Special guided tour at the world renown Adirondack Museum
  • Nature walks, including the trails at the VIC in Newcomb
  • Bog investigations at Ferds Bog
  • Visits to the historical Great Camps Pine Knot and Sagamore
  • Horse-drawn wagon ride to Camp Santanoni, built in 1892
  • Narrated brunch cruise on the W.W.Durant on Raquette Lake
  • Canoeing on beautiful Raquette Lake
  • Visit to the Old Forge Hardware Store, described as a "living museum" with something for everyone!
  • Historical tour of Antlers
  • Optional hike on Castle Rock Trail
  • And much more!

Our home base for the duration of our adventure will be at historic Camp Huntington, Cortland University's Outdoor Education Center in Raquette Lake. The fee of $850 includes roundtrip transportation, five nights accommodations, meals from dinner on Sunday through breakfast on Friday, program fees and use of equipment and materials.

Check back later for more information on upcoming programs.