Join Nature Up North for a hike up Mount Arab, one of the most scenic easily-accessed peaks in the Adirondacks. We will enjoy the fall colors and expansive views from the fire tower at the summit. This 2 mile round trip is scenic but moderately strenuous, with some steep sections and a rocky, root covered trail. Along the way we may identify some trees and talk about other natural features we see. Pack water, a snack, and an extra layer, as it gets windy on top!

Join the Laurentian Chapter of ADK and Nature Up North for a pirate-themed adventure! A little known band of Pirates from the Caribbean lost their gold along the Red Sandstone trail. Learn the legend and look for their treasure. This 3 mile walk on mostly level ground includes a hot dog and marshmallow cook out at midway point along the trail (all food provided). Along the way we'll learn about frogs, beavers, hydropower, the history of the region and much, much, more...

LIMITED TO 24 participants. Contact Blair Madore to reserve your spot.

Nature Up North is excited to announce that legendary Adirondack storyteller and folk singer Bill Smith will be joining us for the final installment in this year's summer campfire series!

Join us at Watchmeister Field Station for a community campfire featuring music by Reverend Mike Catanzaro. Rev. Mike is a singer and acoustic guitar player who has been performing in the North Country for 15 years both as a solo artist and with the Hazel Pearl Band. His repertoire ranges from rock to folk to country; from subtle to humorous to raucous. For this Nature Up North Event Rev. Mike will adding some campfire songs to the mix for an enjoyable evening for all ages.

This week's campfire will be joined by the Bee Children, a band comprised of Canton's John Collins, Traci Fordham, and Miguel Hernandez. Please join us for an evening of s'mores, conversation, and music! This event is for all ages. Please feel free to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on while you enjoy the music, we will have chairs available as well.

This summer Nature Up North will be holding a regular community campfire for family and friends of all ages. We will meet at Wachtmeister Field Station for s'mores, conversation and entertainment from local musicians, artists and storytellers.

Join Nature Up North for another wonderful community campfire! We'll bring the s'mores and music, all you have to do is enjoy the fire (and roast your mallow!)

This week features an open-jam session led by local musician Barb Heller.

Have you ever wondered what happens in the woods when the sun goes down and the creatures of the night come out? Join us for a night hike where one of our naturalists will guide you through the darkness to shed light on some of the amazing animal and human adaptations to the nighttime. Darkness elevates the importance of our senses outside of sight. Explorers will focus on sensory perception as they become more comfortable in the darkness and enjoy an evening of learning and exploring the night.

This summer Nature Up North will be holding a regular community campfire for family and friends of all ages. We will meet at Wachtmeister Field Station for s'mores, conversation and entertainment from local musicians, artists and storytellers.

This week we will be joined by Matt Bullwinkel. Matt will be entertaining us with some plein air piano by the fire in a variety of styles. The campfire is for friends of all ages. Please join us!

If you can't make it to this fire be sure to join us for more in the future! Keep checking the website for future campfire postings!

While the best survival tool is good preparation, it is good to have a few skills on hand in case you are ever caught in a sticky situation! Join us for a fun afternoon to learn how to plan ahead and prepare, try your hand at fire building, test your compass skills, and learn some other backcountry basics. This event is for all ages and experience levels but is focused on beginner skills.

If you're in the Canton area and need a ride to the event, we will provide transportation from the St. Lawrence University Brewer Bookstore at 10am. Please RSVP if you plan on riding with us!