Lake Placid, Adirondacks USA – Approximately 1,500 restaurant industry professionals are expected to attend the Renzi Food Show at the Conference Center at Lake Placid on Tuesday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.The invitation-only annual event is generating overnight bookings at area hotels on Monday, April 29 and Tuesday, April 30. As in past years, it is expected that attendees will not only be participating in the food show, but will also be visiting local businesses during those two days. Many attendees are expected to arrive Monday evening and will be participating in the Renzi Dine Around Program, and therefore eating at local establishments. “With the conference center’s central location in the Lake Placid village, attendees can easily browse Main Street shops and experience the great restaurants. Hopefully it will expose new future leisure travelers to our spectacular destination,” said Sarah Wheeler, ROOST’s director of sales.The attendance at previous years' shows exceeded 1,000 people. ROOST is alerting local businesses to the potential extra foot traffic during the event.###

Contacts: Shannon L. Oborne, chief marketing officer, Paul Smith’s College soborne@paulsmiths.edu Carrie Gentile, communications coordinator, Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism cgentile@roostadk.com Public invited to Grand Opening Tasting Event at Moody Farm celebrating the new Adirondack Lakes Cuisine Trail April 2019 Adirondacks, USA - The Adirondack Lakes Cuisine Trail will launch its inaugural season with a local food and beverage tasting event at Moody Tree Farm in Saranac Lake on Tuesday, April 30 from 5 - 8 p.m. The gathering is a preview event for EAT ADK, the Adirondacks’ restaurant week held May 2-9, featuring food and beverages from businesses located along the new trail. Tapping into the locavore food trend, the Adirondacks Lakes Cuisine Trail is designed to highlight some of the best food and beverage producers in the region and is a way to connect local businesses with visitors. "We are excited to get this initiative off the ground, which will enhance our area as a culinary destination,” said Cathy Hohmeyer, executive chef and co-owner of the Lake Clear Lodge & Retreat in Lake Clear. “Our emphasis on local foods is rich in history and we look forward to being a part of telling this flavorful story." Paul Smith’s College faculty and students will present information from a recently-completed strategic study they conducted about the cuisine trail. The Adirondacks Lakes Cuisine Trail is one of six new cuisine-themed trails Governor Andrew Cuomo launched last fall in the North Country, doubling the number of trails across New York. It features 20 businesses located on a scenic route that takes travelers through Tupper Lake, Lake Clear, Paul Smiths and Saranac Lake. The new network of trails, featuring 83 businesses in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties, is a mechanism to boost the state's growing agritourism sector and spotlight the region's unique farms, food and beverage businesses, the governor said. More about the trail: The Adirondack Lake Cuisine Trails includes: Adk Cavu Café; Campfire Adirondack Grill; Adk Made; The Packbasket at the VIC; The Ganzi at Paul Smith’s College; The Lake Clear Lodge; The Trading Post at Fish Creek Ponds / Adirondack Perk Coffee House; Waterside Café at The Wild Center; The Fiddlehead Bistro; Blue Moon Café; Nori’s Village Market; Donnelly’s Ice Cream; Skyview Springs Farm; Moody Tree Farm; Tucker Farm; The Health Hub; The Well-Dressed Food Company; Big Tupper Brewing and Raquette River Brewing. All participating venues on New York’s cuisine trails are committed to offering consumers locally sourced agricultural products. The trail program is administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets in collaboration with New York State Department of Transportation. The trails are part of the Taste of New York marketing campaign. More info can be found at https://taste.ny.gov/cuisine-and-beverage-trails. ###

For Immediate Release Contacts: Carrie Gentile, communications coordinatorRegional Office of Sustainable Tourismdirect: 518.621.3665 or 518.523.2445 ext. 123R April 10, 2019 Adirondacks, USA - Now in its ninth year, the Great Adirondack Garage Sale will take place Memorial Day weekend, May 24-26 and the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism is encouraging people to sign up as sale locations. The 200-mile garage sale “trail” follows state Routes 28, 30 and 3 and includes Old Forge, Inlet, Raquette Lake, Indian Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Long Lake, Tupper Lake, Lake Clear, Paul Smiths, Malone, Cranberry Lake, Piercefield, Newcomb, and Speculator. An interactive website showcases garage salelocations and allows sellers to list items along with an unlimited number of photos to enhance their listings. The listings include the hours of operation and a sampling of items for sale. Each community will also have a printed map to hand out during the event showing garage sale locations based on the website data. Registration is free. Participants can visit GreatAdirondackGarageSale.com for more information and to register. “Memorial Day weekend is traditionally the time when second-homeowners open up their camps, and we’re hoping we get people motivated to clear out their garages, attics and basements, said Alexandra Roalsvig, director of parks, recreation and tourism for the town of Long Lake. “This event is also a great way for nonprofits, churches, and school groups to fundraise,” added Roalsvig. She said the town of Long Lake will have space available for outside vendors to sell their wares both in Long Lake and Raquette Lake. Call 518-624-3077 and ask for Tim Helms for more information.###

April, 2019 Lake Placid, Adirondacks, USA — A perfect day in Lake Placid can unfold in many ways. Perhaps it’s hiking one of the “46er” mountains in the surrounding Adirondack High Peaks, visiting the Olympic sites and training grounds, paddling on one of several lakes and streams, playing a few rounds of golf on one of five immaculate and gorgeous courses, or strolling the quaint yet vibrant Main Street - taking in an outdoor concert or browsing in the unique shops. A visit to Lake Placid in summer is a complete experience. It’s the smell of a pine forest, the view that takes in endless mountains, the lakeside restaurants and resorts, the cheers as the band takes the stage, the laughter as kids of all ages play on the beach and dive into the lake from the dock. Summer is almost here, so what are you waiting for? Start planning your perfect vacation today, and let us help you with a list of reasons to visit this summer. Hiking: Our trails are varied, beautiful and easy to access. Perhaps it’s a flat dirt path through the woods to a swimming hole, or a hike up one of our 4,000-foot peaks with unrelenting mountain vistas; the options are endless. Mountain biking: Mountain biking in Lake Placid improves every year. Knobby-tire and fat biking enthusiasts will find so much terrain — everything from rolling backcountry dirt roads to singletrack to downhill-specific trails. Rent a bike, hire a guide and explore the ever-expanding network of trails. Downtown: Main Street Lake Placid is a collection of restaurants, shops and a 1920s-era movie theater. Many restaurants feature locally sourced food with a view of Mirror Lake. Most stores are independently owned and hold a variety of items, from antiques and high-end clothing, to Adirondack decor and much more. Olympic venues: It’s no secret our little mountain village hosted the Winter Olympic Games twice, and remains an active sports hub through hosting World Cup events and training Olympic athletes at the Olympic Training Center. The venues are open to the public year-round: visit the Olympic Museum, the arena where the Miracle on Ice occurred, take a gondola ride up Whiteface Mountain, and view the ski jumps and the bobsled and luge tracks. Golf: The village of Lake Placid, ringed by mountains and lakes, holds five golf courses — all of which boast expansive views of the Adirondacks, lush fairways and manicured greens. Our golf heritage has been around since the 1800s, marking it among America’s first golf vacation destinations. Events: Lake Placid is host to a diverse range of events — live music, art, sporting events like Ironman Lake Placid and the I LOVE NY Horseshow, and foodie events like EAT ADK and the I Love BBQ & Music Festival. Music in the mountains: The Songs at Mirror Lake Music series with regional and national acts, and the professional classical ensemble Lake Placid Sinfonietta, play at a Main Street park free each week during the summer. Grab a lawn chair, or pull-up via canoe or SUP and enjoy! For more information, visit LakePlacid.com. ###

April, 2019Must-see destination exposes guests of all ages to endless adventure(Ticonderoga, NY) Every day is an event at Fort Ticonderoga and every year is a new experience. Fort Ticonderoga, a historic site, museum, and family destination encourages visitors to build their perfect adventure in America’s most historic landscape, opens for the season beginning on Saturday, May 4.This year, Fort Ticonderoga debuts a new chapter in its story. Explore the French Army’s defense against the British invasion, which climaxed in the 1758 epic Battle of Carillon as both empires fight for control of North America. Thrill at the power of artillery and crackle of muskets through daily weapons demonstrations and explore programs, new exhibits, gardens, historic trades, and other family adventures across the 2000-acre scenic historic property. New special events and reenactments in 2019 make Ticonderoga a bucket-list American destination to explore history on a grand scale.“Fort Ticonderoga is a must-see destination, a center of learning, and an interactive, multi-faceted experience,” said Beth Hill, president and CEO. “It’s exploring the beautiful gardens, finding adventure in our signature events, marching with the Fifes and Drums, and learning about a historic trade. It’s a visit through the reconstructed fort, a stroll overlooking Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont, and an afternoon in our exhibit galleries exploring our premier collections.”Daily programs bring to life epic chapters of history and signature stories through new interactive programs and world-class museum exhibits, boat tours aboard the Carillon, living history events, special programs, lush gardens, Mount Defiance tours, hands-on family activities, hiking trails, and more.2019 Highlights Include:• The French Are Coming: The war for North America is raging between the French and British Empires. Fort Carillon (later named Ticonderoga) is hotly contested. March with soldiers as they prepare for battle and explore the new exhibition 1758: Decision at Carillon.•Carillon Boat Cruise: Enjoy gorgeous, sweeping vistas of Vermont's Green Mountains and New York's Adirondack Mountains during a 75-minute narrated boat tour. Regional beer and wine are available for purchase onboard.• New Interactive Family Program: In July and August, participate in an active NEW family program Voyage New France: A Family Adventure and help soldiers with their daily duties. Receive awards for completing the tasks. Take a guided tour designed especially for families.• Lush Historic Gardens and Friendly Animals: Immerse your senses in the colors and scents of a unique American country estate and explore Ticonderoga’s story after the Revolution. Visit the King’s Garden or make memories with your family in a NEW garden designed especially for children. Discover our heritage breed animals including oxen Mick and Mack and Dominque chickens.• Breathtaking Views: Visit Mount Defiance to witness a birds-eye view of Fort Ticonderoga’s epic historic landscape. Whether you hike up the mountain in the footsteps of General Burgoyne’s troops or make the easy drive to the top in your car, you’ll savor the spectacular beauty of America’s most historic landscape. Discover how this summit shaped America’s history during the “Mount Defiance: Witness to History,” offered daily at 4:00 p.m.“In our continued quest for excellence in the historic destination experience, we are very proud to welcome more than 75,000 visitors each year – building family memories, fostering enjoyment in our site’s beauty, and inspiring visitors to discover the power of the past and its meaning to us today,” said Hill.Fort Ticonderoga and Mount Defiance are open daily from May 4- October 31, 2019 from 9:30 am until 5:00 pm (last ticket sold at 4:30 pm). 2019 special events, programs and reenactments are presented throughout the year. General admission tickets and special event tickets are available online and can be found by visiting www.fortticonderoga.org. Tickets include two-consecutive day admissions. Enhancement experiences such as boat tours and evening programs are an additional charge.About Fort Ticonderoga:Welcoming visitors since 1909, Fort Ticonderoga preserves North America’s largest 18th-century artillery collection, 2,000 acres of historic landscape on Lake Champlain, and Carillon Battlefield, and the largest series of untouched Revolutionary War era earthworks surviving in America. As a multi-day destination and the premier place to learn more about our nation’s earliest years and America’s military heritage, Fort Ticonderoga engages more than 75,000 visitors each year with an economic impact of more than $12 million annually and offers programs, historic interpretation, boat cruises, tours, demonstrations, and exhibits throughout the year, and is open for daily visitation May through October. Fort Ticonderoga is supported in part through generous donations and with some general operating support made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.Photos: Every day is an event at Fort Ticonderoga and every year is a new experience. Fort Ticonderoga, a historic site, museum, and family destination encourages visitors to build their perfect adventure in America’s most historic landscape, opens for the season beginning on Saturday, May 4. Photo Credit and Copyright Fort Ticonderoga and Carl Heilman II.Ryann WiktorkoGroup Tour & Communications CoordinatorFort TiconderogaT: 518-585-1023 | F: 518-585-2210