Information gathered will contribute to organization’s updated 3-year strategic plan The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) is seeking feedback from residents, community partners, and business owners throughout Essex and Hamilton counties, along with those living and working within the Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake regions,...
Adirondack Day, an annual event showcasing the region’s economic diversity, took place in Albany on May 5 at the Legislative Office Building. The event, sponsored by Senator Jose M. Serrano, showcased a variety of Adirondack-based organizations. The event was organized by the Regional Office of Sustainable...
The Lake Placid Horse Show Grounds continue its renovations as part of a major effort to enhance the competition experience for riders, horses, and spectators. Many of the upgrades are expected to be completed ahead of the 2025 season. These upgrades mark the first phase of...
The Whiteface Region of Upstate New York is set to welcome athletes and outdoor enthusiasts this June with a lineup of exciting race events. The Whiteface Mountain Uphill Bike and Foot Races, the Wilmington Whiteface Mountain Bike Race, and the Wilmington Whiteface Whiskey Run are...
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) has developed an interactive, self-guided challenge to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and the important contributions of the Adirondack region to the nation’s history. The Lake Champlain Revolutionary Quest invites visitors to follow a themed trail,...
What: The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) is hosting a “Campfire and Cocoa” event. Between Christmas and New Year’s, visitors and local residents can enjoy complimentary s'mores and hot cocoa while they stroll Main Street. The campfire will keep people warm as they visit and...
Newly-developed Lake Placid visual identity program will be unveiled The Olympic Authority and the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) are hosting a business after hours event on Monday, June 10 at Roamers Cafe in the Olympic Center from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event...
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is hosting a retirement celebration for long-time CEO James McKenna on May 15, 2024 at the Crowne Plaza in Lake Placid from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ROOST is encouraging business leaders, elected officials, former colleagues, friends and neighbors to join...
The Lake Placid Community Day organizing committee is seeking nominations for its distinguished volunteer of the year award. Nominations are due by April 1, 2024. The award will be presented at the sixth annual Community Day celebration on Sunday, June 2. Award recipients will be recognized...
The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism Board of Directors approved two new members at its recent annual meeting. Mary Jane Lawrence, ROOST chief operating officer, introduced Alex Madden and Jon Donk as the most recent additions to the board. “We are thrilled to welcome Alex and...