• August, 2016

  • Meet Our New Program Coordinator

    Posted on 15th August, 16

    Having settled right in during one of our busiest times of year, we welcome Jessica Collier as the newest member of the PTNY staff....

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  • Alexander Hamilton Slept Here

    Posted on 15th August, 16

    Hamilton is the hottest ticket in town and the most talked about founding father. Between his home in NYC and regular trips to Albany to visit family, Alexander Hamilton was a New Yorker through and through, a connection commemorated at several NY State Historic Sites.  ...

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  • Pokécycling: Dos and Don'ts of Pokémon GO on Two Wheels

    Posted on 15th August, 16

    Pokémon Go has sparked numerous debates: cheers for people getting outdoors; jeers for the inattentive behavior (and thus safety issues) the activity tends to entail. Here is some helpful info should you attempt to "Catch 'em All" on two wheels....

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  • Batter Up at Roberto Clemente State Park

    Posted on 8th August, 16

    Families who visit Roberto Clemente State Park are gaining a larger youth baseball and softball academy through a partnership between New York State, Major League Baseball, the Major League Baseball Players Association and Harlem RBI....

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  • June, 2016

  • Adirondack Rail Trail to be Completed by 2019

    Posted on 6th June, 16

    The rail trail will link Lake Placid and Tupper Lake, creating a four-season outdoor destination....

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  • Two New Trails Just in Time for Summer

    Posted on 6th June, 16

    Two long-awaited Erie Canalway Trail segments and connections, in Pendleton in Western New York and Albany, recently held official grand openings....

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  • Let the Camping Commence

    Posted on 6th June, 16

    Warm weather has arrived, which means it's time to plan summer camping trips. Find those tent poles and take a look at all the great camping options New York State has to offer....

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  • Celebrating Juneteenth and Timbuctoo

    Posted on 6th June, 16

    This year marks the 150th anniversary of the emancipation of slaves on June 19th – also known as Juneteenth. In North Elba, near Lake Placid, a state historic site celebrates the emancipation, the Underground Railroad, and the Adirondack’s unique role in the lives of freed slaves and African American history....

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  • Amex 360° Commitment to Parks

    Posted on 6th June, 16

    American Express combined its commitment to supporting parks and investing in future nonprofit leaders through its spring Leadership Academy, which brought together 72 emerging leaders from park-related nonprofits nationwide for an intensive week-long training. PTNY’s own Laura DiBetta and James Meerdink were among the participants. ...

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  • Where Two Rivers Meet

    Posted on 3rd June, 16

    ​The confluence of two of New York’s major rivers was an appropriate setting for this spring’s gathering of staff and trustees to discuss our progress over the past several months and to strategize for the future....

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