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Oswegatchie Adventure for Buffalo Teenagers

5/16/2018

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In April 30th, 42 Aquatic Ecology and Horticulture students and chaperones from McKinley High School crossed their fingers for mild weather as they prepared to explore Oswegatchie Educational Center in the Adirondack Park. For the next four days they would need to endure whatever mother nature had in store.
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For most of the students, as-well-as the chaperones, this would be their first time away from home in a remote camp environment without cell or internet service. To continue this exciting story and pictorial by Russell Lis – Aquatic Ecology Teacher, click on the document link below!

Each day, students met at the flagpole for “Morning Motivation.”  An inspirational quote was read by senior Aquatic Ecology student, Gerald (Last Name) and then translated by our multilingual students who were proud to share their culture and language with peers. It was an opportunity for our diverse students to showcase their linguistic abilities and to start new conversations about their lives and culture with campers and staff. Our ENL student population at McKinley is a cherished resource which offers a broader perspective than our traditional narrative. At Camp, they enriched the experiences of all students and staff who were surprised to learn something new about their classmates. CLICK HERE to view.

Sincerely, 

Russell Lis
Oswegatchie Enthusiast 
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Visit Adirondacks in More than One Way!

4/13/2018

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Plan your next school trip and stay at Oswegatchie on your way to The Wild Center.

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In 2006, a state of the art environmental education facility was built in Tupper Lake. Its called the Wild Center and it is an amazing place. It showcases the most modern ways to see and feel the Adirondack experience.  This place is jaw dropping!  There may be no better way to understand 10,000 years of Adirondack ecology. To top it off, in 2017 they opened up the “Wild Walk” which takes you above the tree tops to see the forest and mountains from a new perspective.
 
The only problem with the Wild Center is that it’s in middle of the Adirondacks, making it difficult for a field trip from most schools to get there in a day and still be home at a reasonable time. What we are suggesting is that you find a way to close the distance, spend a night in the Adirondacks, and get to the Wild Center as they open the doors!
 
The Oswegatchie Educational Center is located in Croghan, NY roughly 2 hours from the Wild Center. You go up Route 812 to Route 3, and enjoy the ride till to Tupper Lake. Our youth friendly and school trip oriented location has budget friendly accommodations that can handle 90 people between 2 buildings. We can do meals, evening activities, and a variety of other services a group would need.
 
Imagine, you leave your school first thing in the morning and travel to Oswegatchie. Depending on your distance travelled, Oswegatchie can start hosting you whenever you need. Our staff can keep students busy outside on hikes, kayaks, a ropes course, or whatever you wish in order to tire out your students for a good night’s rest. We can even do marshmallows by the campfire! Teachers and chaperones do the overnight supervision.
 
The next day, students are up bright and early for pancake breakfast and out the door by 7:45 AM. 2 hours on the school bus puts you at the front door of the Wild Center by 10 AM. Enjoy the Wild Center and the Wild Walk for as many hours as you want, and hit the road. These leaves it up to you put in your last long haul home or decide where to stay next!
 
A few other options to make this field trip work…
 
Option #1 Stop at Oswegatchie on the way to Wild Center --- one night stays
 
Option #2 Stop at Oswegatchie after visiting the Wild Center --- one night stays
 
Option #3 Use Oswegatchie on the way up and on the way back --- two nights stays
 
We find that 5th graders are the right age for overnight trips. Kids away from home typically can handle the one night away from their parents. Middle school tends to work out well for 2 night trips. Older students tend to work well for many nights at Oswegatchie. 
 
Any schools or groups interested in seeing more of the Adirondacks can use links like www.visitadirondacks.com  to find other accommodations.
 
To learn more about the Wild Center, go to www.wildcenter.org .
 
To learn about all things Oswegatchie, go to www.oswegatchie.org .
 
Excelsior,
Bill Waite
Program Director
 
Oswegatchie Educational Center
Croghan, NY 13327

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Your Adirondack Race can begin at Oswegatchie...

11/20/2017

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​Does your group of athletic warriors need a new place to train? Do you want a combination of pavement, dirt roads, open water, wooded trails, large loops, elevation gains, big down hills, and open space? Do you also need lodging and a kitchen to keep the group fed?  How about a campfire at the end of the day to finish it off?
 
Maybe its time to discover the lodging options at the Oswegatchie Educational Center in Croghan!
 
Since 1946, the Oswegatchie Educational Center has operated a summer camp and year round educational retreat center in the western Adirondacks. Oswegatchie is situated on 1200 acres of land, surrounding 4 large ponds. Our buildings include 2 year round lodges, several seasonal buildings, and 13 campsites that have structure cabins and lean-tos. We have a separate bath house for additional showers, meeting spaces in pavilions and seasonal lodges. Need to mix it up even further? Book an experience on our TEAM Challenge Ropes Course, Archery Tag, or maybe a program to keep the kids busy!

Check OUt Foster Lodge 

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Dirt roads are useful for so many things...
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Early morning paddles are a great way to start your day...
What sports work best at Oswegatchie?
 
  • Runners can mix it up on pavement, dirt, or trails and go the distance!
  • Swimmers have a choice of 4 large ponds, the largest being 1.5 miles long.
  • Cyclists can crank out hills on pavement or dirt.
  • Preparing for the Black Fly Challenge? Mountain Bikers can practice lots of hills and quick reactions to terrain on the dirt roads surrounding our location.
  • Mountain Bikers can also work out on stony trails, rugged terrain, sand, water, and roots. 
  • Want a real bike work out? Our pump track will work every muscle in your body at the same time!
  • Paddlers will find our 4 ponds to be perfect for training since our water ways are isolated from traffic.
  • Iron Man Lake Placid is a crazy / hectic day... Training at Oswegatchie keeps away the crowds!
  • Endurance Athletes can mix it up on long distance trails or go off trail to tackle terrain.
  • Crossfit has a perfect opportunity to mix it up outside the gym.
  • Scuba training works well due to limited traffic on the pond. (we do have dark waters...)
  • Adventure racers can start early and end late safely back at home base in most racing disciplines.
  • Our Long Pond Loop is perfect practice for the Ragnar Adirondacks. 
  • Map Orienteering can be done and use natural borders to keep people on the map. We border the Watson East Triangle and the Croghan Tract.
  • Have restrictions on what your team can do before the season starts?  Start your pre-season here and leave the gear at home. 
  • Any traditional sports team can cross train on our high ropes course, paddle sports, or trails.
  • Team building is easy to do on our Ropes Course! That's what it was built for doing.
  • Long Pond's 1.5 mile length is perfect for lap training for the Adirondack Canoe Classic. 
 
Why Oswegatchie?
  •  ​​We own 1200 acres inside the Adirondack Park. We also have 60,000 acres of state land, trails, water, and roads around us.
  • Our semi-remote location is still on a paved road, but being 12 miles from town gets you away from the masses with space to spread out. 
  • If nature is not enough for inner peace, we do not have wifi or cell phones so you “unplug at Oswegatchie”.
  • Our accommodations eliminate distractions and keep athletes focused.
  • Oswegatchie has additional lodging that can be great on a year round basis.
  • Our staff can provide meals to help keep you outside or provide kitchens to help feed yourselves.
  • Particular about your nutrition? Our kitchens are ready for you to prep your own food. 
  • We have indoor and outdoor space for workshops, training lessons, base camp, or rest stops.
  • ​Need something besides training? We have kayaks, canoes, and SUPs to allow for some slow time.
  • A simple basketball court, volleyball court, and other "camp" sports are available for reducing the intensity of training. 
  • Need to break a sweat and fuel some individual competition? You should check out our "GaGa Pit". 
  • We have enough space for your family to enjoy your training time as well.
  • When the long day is done, we can provide you with a warm campfire, stunning views, and the inner peace that only nature offers.
  • Need break stations? How about recovery locales? We have tables and chairs ready to go whenever and wherever you need them.
  • Croghan is a great small town and a great point to travel to other regional venues.
  • Want humble accommodations to make you a bit more Spartan? Our campsites vary from structure cabins, lean-tos, and plenty of spaces for tents.
  • Adirondack & Tug Hill winters are prime for cold weather immersion.
  • We also get snow, ice, and winter weather when its just teasing for snow elsewhere.
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Intrigued? Lets start the conversation with a phone call or a site visit. We will show you how great Oswegatchie can be for your group of athletic warriors. 
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The Oswegatchie Staff  
Adirondack Race Training
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    Experiencing Oswegatchie 

    means taking time away from your normal life and getting outside. We have many opportunities including high ropes, paddling, or team building workshops. If you are interested in an Oswegatchie experience, contact us at info@oswegatchie.org. We will work with you to make sure what Oswegatchie has to offer is perfect for you!

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