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The electronic newsletter of the Adirondack Mountain Club
Vol. 6, No. 10: November 2013
Winterfest - January 11th
Join us on Saturday, January 11th at the Heart Lake Program Center (Adirondak Loj) for Winterfest, a free family friendly event with goal of helping participants discover the many forms of winter recreation. Check out and participate in winter activities, demo gear, live music, food and more. ADK Winterfest begins at 10am and continues through the evening. There are also opportunities to volunteer and sponsor this event. For more information visit our website.

ADK's Online "Beat The Rush" Auction 
for the preservation of the place in which we play

You have one more day to place your final bids - ADK's online auction closes Tomorrow - Saturday - 12:00 Midnight!

You'll find something for everyone on your list from the over 125 items that include ADK collectables, artwork, entertainment packages, services and sports gear.  Place your bids today and make a bigger difference with your gift by allowing us to continue to promote, protect spectacular wilderness destinations for you and your loved ones this holiday season. 

Winter Program Registration Open and Online!
Winter education programs can now be reserved online. Programs include guided hikes up the trailless high peaks, backpacking trips, wilderness first aid courses, and skills workshops. All outdoor programs are taught by professional staff that are NYS Licensed Guides and Wilderness First Responders. Many guides also hold certifications as NAI Certified Interpretive Guide, Leave No Trace Master Educator, and American Canoe Association Instructor.

Winter Outing - January 24th to 26th
The Iroquois Chapter will be hosting the club's Winter Outing on Tug Hill from January 23-26. Come out and play in the East's heaviest snows for a weekend of XC skiing, snowshoeing, and camaraderie at the annual Tug Hill Winter Outing! Enjoy the rustic setting of the Mad River Club and explore the numerous groomed and backcountry trails that are within minutes from the clubhouse.  For more information visit our website

Pack Basket Workshop
December 8th (Lake George) and December 15th (HLPC) 
Create your own traditional Adirondack Pack Basket with the owners of Clear Creek Weavers, Bud Ziolkowski and Sandy Muller. During this full-day course, skilled craftsman will take you through the step-by-step instruction to weave your own pack basket from start to "skids." You'll leave at the end of the day with a beautiful basket and a smile on your face!
To Register call 518-523-3441.  
 
Gift Memberships
It's not too soon to start shopping for the holidays! A gift membership in ADK makes a great present. We are offering a special holiday promotion: Purchase a gift membership for a new member and the recipient will also receive an ADK guidebook and map pack. Choices include the High Peaks, Easter, and Catskill sets. Share ADK with someone special.

Another Successful Season on the Summits
Botany Stewards
The Summit Steward program had another successful year educating hikers about the rare and fragile alpine ecosystem on top of New York's highest peaks. This year the Stewards had to brave a heavy May snowfall and one of the wettest Junes on record, all while speaking with over 23,000 hikers! This year also marked the largest crew the program has ever had, including two botany stewards. Finally, the program took on the largest number of new volunteers.  All together the Summit Steward team was comprised of eight staff and eleven volunteers. You can find out more about the Summit Steward program in 2013 End of Season Report.

If you would like to support his program consider making a donation, your support is greatly appreciated!

Adirondak Loj Mid-Week Specials
Begin this winter season at the Adirondak Loj watching the snow fall as you overlook Heart Lake and relax by the fire. Take advantage of our Mid-Week Specials and save 15% on our regular rates (members save up to 25%)! The Mid-Week Special is offered Sunday through Thursday nights (excluding holidays) and includes a hearty breakfast, a trail lunch to take on your hike, ski, or adventure for the day, and a full family style dinner with homemade bread, soup, fresh salad, delicious entrees, and a sweet dessert. Accommodations are available throughout December and January in our private rooms, bunk rooms, and loft. Book now by calling our reservations line at 518-523-3441 or book online.  

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