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June 21
Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day
Date:
June 21
Hours:
All Day

Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day

Date: June 21
Location: Saranac Lake (Riverside Park and along the Adirondack Rail Trail)
Mileage Options: 1 - 30 miles
Benefiting: Adirondack Rail Trail Association

Celebrate the Adirondack Rail Trail with a day of exploration, volunteer projects, live music, food, and a community gathering. Participants can take part in a scavenger hunt, join stewardship efforts, and enjoy an evening event with local vendors.

Event Schedule:

  • 9 AM - 1 PM: Check-in and registration in Riverside Park in Saranac Lake
  • 9 AM - 4 PM: Trail exploration and scavenger hunt
  • 10 AM - 12 PM: Volunteer service projects
  • 4 PM - 7 PM: Celebration with food, drinks, and music

Scavenger Hunt Options:
Participants pick up their cards at Riverside Park and complete the hunt at their own pace.

  • Short: 1-2 miles in Saranac Lake
  • Medium: 20 miles out-and-back to Lake Placid
  • Long: 30 miles out-and-back to Floodwood Road

Volunteer Service Projects:
From 10 AM to 12 PM, volunteers will work on various trail improvements. All tools and materials are provided. Projects include:

  • Culvert Clearing – Removing debris to prevent erosion
  • Debris Removal – Clearing downed trees and trail obstructions
  • Ditch Cleaning – Improving water drainage along the trail
  • Timber Rail Treatment – Preserving railings with protective coating
  • Invasive Species Removal – Eradicating harmful plants from the corridor

Proceeds from the event support the Adirondack Rail Trail Association, ensuring accessibility and conservation for future generations.

 

Websites
  1. https://www.bikeadirondacks.com/events/adirondack-rail-trail-community-day
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