One doesn’t have to look far to realize that the quality of higher education in Northern New York is second to none.  In the St. Lawrence Valley there are 4 prestigious schools within 10 miles of each other.  St. Lawrence University and SUNY Canton are in Canton, and Clarkson University and SUNY Potsdam are in Potsdam. 

In the Adironack region there is Paul Smiths College and North Country Community College, while SUNY Plattsburgh is in the Champlain Valley.

Each school has a tremendous success record and is very involved in their respective communities.  Besides the educational value they create, they also provide a powerful economic engine to the region.  Keep an eye on each school as they will be doing more to bring greater economic growth to the region.

There has been a tremendous volunteer effort to get the Big Tupper Ski Area open this winter - 2009-10.  After discussions with the investors of the Adirondack Club, and in consultation with the Adirondack Park Agency, it has been determined that if there is no connection between the volunteers and the Adirondack Club, then there is no concern that the ACR project is commencing. 

The volunteer effort is focused on re-opening what is known as Chair 2.  This lift and the associated trails will cover approximately 2/3 of the mountain.  There will be no snowmaking, no night skiing, and will be open on a limited basis as snow allows.  A web site is being developed that will provide updates to the general public.  The web address is www.skibigtupper.org. 

So, get the skis ready and come enjoy Big Tupper, again.