The Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon will take place on Saturday, June 25, beginning at 8 a.m. More than 650 competitors have registered for this year’s race. The Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon, sanctioned by USA Triathlon, is one of the most popular races in northern New York. The event features 5 different races: tinman (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run); aquabike (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike); team relay (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run); Olympic (0.94 mile swim, 24 mile bike, 6.2 mile run); and a sprint (0.6 mile swim, 12.4 mile bike, 3.1 mile run). Check-in for the race begins on Friday the 24th from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. There is limited check-in available on race day, beginning at 5:30 a.m. Organizers have built a strong following for the Tupper Lake Tinman Triathlon by sharing race information with regional triathlon clubs throughout the Northeast, with returning athletes and through website and social media channels. This has resulted in a network of participants who share their perceptions of the race, the community and the venue with others; this has led to a number of triathletes from unexpected locations who add Tinman to their annual race calendar. “This race is for athletes who appreciate a challenging course with a small town feel in a beautiful setting,” said Race Director Wendy Peroza. “Each year, we welcome participants from our local area and from across the Northeast, in addition to those who travel great distances to take part. This year, we have registered participants from Virginia, Maryland, Connecticut, Canada and even one from Texas.” Tinman is sponsored by the Tupper Lake Chamber of Commerce, which also organizes and deploys more than 350 volunteers to help manage event logistics. The chamber also hosts an expo during Friday’s athlete check-in at the Tupper Lake Civic Center, where High Peaks Cyclery will be on-hand to assist with any last minute items that the racers may need. Visit TupperLakeTinman.com or the Tinman’s social media accounts for more information about the race. ## Media Contact:Jane Hooper, communications managerRegional Office of Sustainable Tourism518-621-3662jane@roostadk.com

It's that time of year for the Lake Placid IRONMAN Dine Around vouchers. All restaurants are welcome to participate: All competing athletes will receive a $25 dining voucher at registration to be used at participating restaurants. How the vouchers work: The voucher will be presented as payment. If the amount owed is LESS than the $25 voucher, NO change is given.If the amount owed is more than $25, the voucher is applied to the total, and the person is responsible for the balance. How to participate: Any restaurant that participated in 2021 will automatically be included in the 2022 Dine Around, unless they email info@roostadk.com, no later than June 30, 2022, to opt-out.Any restaurant that did not participate in 2021, and would like to be included in the Dine Around, please email info@roostadk.com, no later than June 30, 2022. How to redeem the vouchers: The vouchers are valid from Wednesday, July 20, through Tuesday, July 26, 2022. All vouchers need to be sent/dropped off at the Lake Placid Visitor Center, 2608 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946.Please include vouchers collected with the total number on the front of the envelope, the name of the restaurant, contact person, contact number, and mailing address. All vouchers will be redeemed in full.The establishment must submit vouchers for full payment.

The Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance is hosting a LGBTQI+ Pride event at Riverside Park in Saranac Lake on June 26 from 12 to 4 p.m. The free event welcomes members of the LGBTQI+ community from Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake and neighboring communities, along with their families, friends, supportive organizations, businesses and other allies. “The LGBTQI+ community is incredibly inclusive, I really can't stress that enough,” commented Kelly Metzgar, co-founder and executive director of the Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance. “Therefore, we are hoping that absolutely everyone feels welcome at this event. While we do celebrate the LGBTQI+ community and its allies, even more importantly, we celebrate diversity and that means that we celebrate absolutely everyone.” According to organizers, the event features exhibits, vendors, raffles, and music throughout the afternoon, along with a fashion show presented by the Saranac Lake Youth Center in collaboration with Main St. Exchange consignment store, and a drag show organized by Mhisty Knights, a popular regional performer. Owen Gilbo, diversity and inclusion specialist with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion Management, New York State Department of Civil Service, is expected to speak at the event, along with Harrietstown Supervisor Jordanna Mallach and other Tri-Lakes community leaders. “We are really excited about this event and are hoping that it becomes bigger and better each year,” said Metzger. “We have organized a similar, very popular event in Plattsburgh for a number of years and are hoping to bring that same sense of community, fun and event success to the Saranac Lake region. This lively, creative community provides a wonderful backdrop for this event.” The event has attracted a number of sponsorships from local businesses and a diverse slate of organizations that provide various resources, information and support for local community members. Event organizers are hoping to add more businesses and sponsors over the next couple weeks. Visit the Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance Facebook page for additional information about the Pride event, including sponsorship or volunteer opportunities: facebook.com/adkncga or email at: ancga_prideparade@outlook.com. Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance is also partnering with Romano's Saranac Lanes to offer a Pride bowling event on Saturday, June 25 from 4 to 6 p.m. The Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance was established as a not-for-profit corporation in 2016 to provide resources, education, information and organize events on behalf of, and to support, the LGBTQI+ community in Essex, Clinton and Franklin counties. Each year, the organization hosts a number of local events including the Adirondack North Country Pride event in Plattsburgh which takes place in October, during LGBTQI+ history month; and on the Transgender Day of Remembrance in November. Media Contact:Kelly Metzger, executive director Adirondack North Country Gender Alliance 518-637-7253 ancga@outlook.com Jane Hooper, communications managerRegional Office of Sustainable Tourism518-621-3662jane@roostadk.com

You’re invited to join the presentation on Thursday, June 23, 2022. The Town of North Elba and the Village of Lake Placid will hold a joint meeting to review a presentation on the Lake Placid and North Elba Destination Management Plan with Greg Oates from NextFactor. When: Thursday, June 23, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. How to Join: The public may join via GoToMeeting, https://meet.goto.com/348269285, or call 1-571-317-3112, code 348-269-285. Learn more about the Lake Placid Destination Management Plan here.

The Village of Speculator will soon erect the newly reconstructed Makomis fire tower near the entrance to the Sacandaga Pathway. It is anticipated to be in place by July 4. According to Village of Speculator Mayor Jeanette Barrett, this project was solidified after a great deal of planning and hard work. “The idea of having a fire tower in Speculator has been a long time coming for many people in the area,” said Mayor Barrett. Preserving the structure and recording its history presents an opportunity to educate people about the history of Adirondack fire towers. Once the fire tower is in place, a kiosk located nearby will highlight the fire tower’s role in the region so that visitors can learn about this important piece of Adirondack history. Mayor Barrett also hopes the fire tower will draw tourists to the area. The Makomis fire tower was originally a wooden structure, built near the town of North Hudson in 1911. In 1916, the wooden tower was replaced by a steel structure, making it one of the first 11 steel fire towers built in New York state. The fire tower was eventually closed by the NYS Department of Conservation in 1970. It was dismantled and removed from the mountain top in 1978 by Bruce Vowles and stored for over 30 years at the home of George Barber, a retired surveyor. Mayor Barrett explained the subsequent change in ownership and restoration plans. “In the mid-1990s, Dean Lane obtained the Hooker Hill fire tower from Marty Podskoch, author of several books on fire towers. Lane hoped to restore and put up the fire tower in town, but it needed a lot of repairs, so the project never materialized. Lane has since passed away, but his son Jonathan wanted to make the fire tower project a reality to honor his father,” she said. Mike Vilegi, owner of Excelsior fire towers, purchased the tower in 2019 and began the reconstruction project. Once the tower is erected in Speculator, it will be part of both the Adirondack Fire Tower Challenge and the Hamilton County Fire Tower Challenge, a series of hikes that visitors and local residents can complete. Organizers are also hoping to submit a nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. The fire tower project is being funded through both public and private investment. A $100,000 Community Smart Growth grant from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and another $10,000 in funding from the Adirondack Foundation kickstarted the project. The Village of Speculator plans to contribute $55,000, of which $47,6500 has already been raised through generous donations, said Mayor Barrett. Anyone interested in donating to the project should contact the Village of Speculator at 518-548-7354 or via email makomistower@gmail.com. ### Contact: Sydney Aveson, communications coordinatorRegional Office of Sustainable Tourism 518.523.2445 sydney@roostadk.com