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Come celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with us!

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

So, you've learned a few skills from our expert Paul Smith's birder, Nicolas Main, in April and you're now ready to pull together your first official eBird list in honor of International Migratory Bird Day.  Nic will be on hand to lead a walk around the VIC property to discover the many migratory birds on …

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Free
Event Series Basic Land Navigation – Level I

Basic Land Navigation – Level I

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Who better to learn basic land navigation skills from than former Forest Rangers who’ve spent their careers in the backcountry of the Adirondacks? You will learn the basics of using a map and compass, including how to read topographic maps. By the end of the program, you’ll be putting these new skills to use for …

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$75.00

Mother’s Day ArtMarket @ the VIC

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

We had so much fun with this event last year that we are serving up waffles and art again this year with our partner Saranac Lake ArtWorks! Join us on Sunday, May 14 for a yummy breakfast and then peruse locally created art at the ArtWorks Art Market at the VIC. Artists will be on hand to discuss their work. …

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$10 – $35
Event Series Wild Edibles Walks

Wild Edibles Walks

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

This program is offered on multiple dates (see drop down menu). Learn to identify wild local edible plants with expert Pat Banker from Cornell University Cooperative Extension. Pat will answer your questions about how to harvest, use, cultivate and otherwise appreciate these plants! Be amazed by what Mother Nature has to offer, from gluten-free options …

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$7.50 – $15.00

Learn to Measure Tree Height – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

We all love Tall Trees! Take this FREE program from Dr. Justin Waskiewicz and learn easy ways to measure a tree's height. There will then be a weekend long contest to find the tallest trees throughout the VIC's 3,000 acres by species. Participants should bring a calculator (most smartphones have them) a yardstick/meterstick would be …

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Free
Event Series Old Growth Forest Tours – 1675 Elder’s Grove – Big Tree Fest

Old Growth Forest Tours – 1675 Elder’s Grove – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Big Tree Fest is a fun filled celebration of our Big Old Trees here in the Adirondacks. We are offering guided tours of the 1675 Elder's Grove, home to some of the largest trees in NYS! Hidden, scattered vestiges of old-growth groves offer a living glimpse into pre-European America, untouched by the ax or plow. …

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$25
Event Series Old Growth Forest Tours – Doc Kudish Natural Forest – Big Tree Fest

Old Growth Forest Tours – Doc Kudish Natural Forest – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Take a guided tour through the incredible Old Growth Forest located on the Paul Smith's College lands that was recently dedicated to and named after long time professor Michael "Doc" Kudish. The Doc Kudish Natural Forest is a 76-acre stand of hemlock-northern hardwood which includes some 30- to 40-inch diameter hemlock, yellow birch, and sugar …

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$25

Horse logging – Paul Smith’s College Draft Horse Program

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Watch a demonstration of Horse logging, which involves harnessing a draft horse that then drags or “skids” logs along the ground to remove them from the forest. Horses can maneuver through the trees much more nimbly than cumbersome machinery, and also can skid logs up or down steep slopes with greater ease. Stay longer and …

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FREE

Tree core demonstration to age a living tree – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Take this FREE program from Dr. Justin Waskiewicz and watch a boring technique on a living tree, taking a core sample to determine a tree's age. Thank you, Franklin County Government Office of Economic Development & Tourism.

FREE

Learn to throw an Axe – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Big Tree Fest is a fun collection of programs, music, food and other events celebrating our Big Old Trees. Watch an axe throwing demonstration from the Paul Smith's College Woodsman's team and even give it a try yourself. Thank you, Franklin County Government Office of Economic Development & Tourism.

FREE

Big Tree Fest Concert Blessid Dirt

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Blessid Dirt will be playing in the Amphitheater at the VIC Saturday May 20th as part of our Big Tree Festival. Tereson Dupuy and Eric Pasternak make up this beautiful, Adirondack grown acoustic duo called Blessid Dirt. Both singer-songwriters, their original music is ripe with life experiences most can relate to. Classified as heavy-folk, they …

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FREE
Event Series Old Growth Forest Tours – 1675 Elder’s Grove – Big Tree Fest

Old Growth Forest Tours – 1675 Elder’s Grove – Big Tree Fest

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Big Tree Fest is a fun filled celebration of our Big Old Trees here in the Adirondacks. We are offering guided tours of the 1675 Elder's Grove, home to some of the largest trees in NYS! Hidden, scattered vestiges of old-growth groves offer a living glimpse into pre-European America, untouched by the ax or plow. …

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$25
Event Series Fiber Spinning

Love Fiber want to learn to Spin?

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

New Spinning group! Spinning Wheel and Spindle Spinners of all levels are welcome. Bring your favorite spinning wheel or spindle, a tote full of fiber and enjoy a pleasant afternoon spinning and chatting with other spinners. Those interested in learning are welcome! The group meets Tuesdays in the  Frank M. Hutchins Lodge at the VIC …

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Still Birding with Adirondack Guide Rich Hanlon

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Join Rich Hanlon for "Still Birding" a Free birding experience for everyone (Donation appreciated) Description: Accessible. We’ll set up camp chairs in position to observe forest birds like warblers, flycatchers and other forest birds near Heron Marsh. Rich brings an ecological focus to guided birding; while giving attention to the birds and their behavior, you’ll be …

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FREE
Event Series Fiber Spinning

Love Fiber want to learn to Spin?

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

New Spinning group! Spinning Wheel and Spindle Spinners of all levels are welcome. Bring your favorite spinning wheel or spindle, a tote full of fiber and enjoy a pleasant afternoon spinning and chatting with other spinners. Those interested in learning are welcome! The group meets Tuesdays in the  Frank M. Hutchins Lodge at the VIC …

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Event Series Wild Edibles Walks

Wild Edibles Walks

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

This program is offered on multiple dates (see drop down menu). Learn to identify wild local edible plants with expert Pat Banker from Cornell University Cooperative Extension. Pat will answer your questions about how to harvest, use, cultivate and otherwise appreciate these plants! Be amazed by what Mother Nature has to offer, from gluten-free options …

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$7.50 – $15.00

Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) – Birding Trips

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

The Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) returns this coming June 2-4, 2023 for the 19th time. The 3 day event is designed to introduce birders of all ages and skill levels to the unique boreal bird species and habitats in the Adirondack Park.  The celebration features birding field trips to local Important Bird Areas (IBA’s), …

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Free – $125.00

Adirondack Raptors at the VIC for the Great Adirondack Birding Celebration

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

Mark Manske brings his incredible raptor program to the Paul Smith's College VIC for the Great Adirondack Birding Celebration (GABC) on June 3rd, 12-2PM. Experience the thrill of being up close and personal with live raptors.   This program is free but seating is limited. Adirondack Raptors website is https://www.adirondackraptors.org/    

FREE
Event Series Fiber Spinning

Love Fiber want to learn to Spin?

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

New Spinning group! Spinning Wheel and Spindle Spinners of all levels are welcome. Bring your favorite spinning wheel or spindle, a tote full of fiber and enjoy a pleasant afternoon spinning and chatting with other spinners. Those interested in learning are welcome! The group meets Tuesdays in the  Frank M. Hutchins Lodge at the VIC …

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Event Series Wild Edibles Walks

Wild Edibles Walks

Paul Smith's VIC 8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY, United States

This program is offered on multiple dates (see drop down menu). Learn to identify wild local edible plants with expert Pat Banker from Cornell University Cooperative Extension. Pat will answer your questions about how to harvest, use, cultivate and otherwise appreciate these plants! Be amazed by what Mother Nature has to offer, from gluten-free options …

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$7.50 – $15.00

8023 State Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY 12970  518-327-6241 vic@paulsmiths.edu

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