Bolton Landing, NY - my introduction to Up Yonda Farm came courtesy of the Lake George Winter…read moreCarnival, which included a naturalist-led snowshoe hike in its activity lineup. Although we didn't make the tour (sold out), we drove up anyway to see if we could rent snowshoes to hike the trails on our own. Fortunately, there were plenty of snowshoes to go around - including kids/toddler sizes! - despite the tour group before us which I was afraid would clear out the snowshoe racks. But that was not at all the case! Rick and Linda at the Center could not have been lovelier or more helpful. Rick walked us through the trail map, pointing out where the tour group had gone (who would've broken in the snow for us), and being mindful of the fact that we were hiking with a small child who may or may not have a meltdown somewhere along the way, and how far into the hike it is likely to happen, from experience. I pulled out AllTrails to help with navigation, and Rick told us he actually created the GPS tracks for the property in the app! There are 3 miles of hiking trails across the 73-acre property, well marked with blazes and easy to follow. The woods were so beautiful and serene in the fresh snow. My child enjoyed the StoryWalk on the Sugar Trail and had me read the story to him. In addition to the educational exhibits in the farmhouse welcome center & museum (including some cute turtles!), the Center offers a variety of environmental education programs throughout the year (birds, butterflies, wildlife, night sky, hikes, field guides, crafting, seasonal events, etc.). It is now maple sugaring season so you can learn about the process and visit the sugarhouse when it's open. In the summer, you can see the butterfly garden, picnic by the pond, and explore the grounds with vistas of Lake George. We loved our visit to Up Yonda Farm, and the snowshoe hike turned out to be the highlight of our weekend. What a magical experience for all seasons!

I recently visited Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center for their maple-making tour and…read moreabsolutely loved it! This was my first time visiting and it was such a fun experience. The snowy setting made it even more special. We walked along a path through the woods while learning about how maple syrup is made. It was really interesting to hear about the history of maple sugaring and see the progression of tools that have been used over time. One of my favorite parts was the tasting. At the very beginning we got to try raw maple sap, and later we tasted the syrup fresh after it had been made. It honestly changed my mind about maple syrup -- I used to not like it, but tasting it fresh made me appreciate it so much more. There is plenty of parking, and the bathrooms are right next to the parking lot. After parking, you walk up to the main house to check in. The tour starts off to the side of the house near a fire pit, which was a nice gathering spot. At the end of the tour they served French toast sticks with different maple syrups to try, which was delicious and a perfect way to finish the experience. Overall, this was such a fun family-friendly event. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique outdoor activity and a great way to learn about maple syrup!

This review is in regards to volunteer experiences at the Double H Hole in the Woods…read more I've volunteered (with friends and a service organization) here a couple of times the last two summers. The staff here are very friendly and accomodating to volunteers. We cleaned (swept, mopped, disinfected, etc) some of the facilities at the Double H Ranch. We just spent a few hours but I believe they also have opportunities for volunteering at the week-long camps they run (which is something I'd like to try). If you're looking to volunteer in the Lake George area for a worthy organization that provides positive opportunities for kids with disabilities, I recommend the Double H Ranch.

A wonderful adult day program in Clifton Park, Malta, and Glens Falls. The Kee to Independent…read moreGrowth truly puts on amazing activities and day trips to fun adventures.

I am truly impressed by the incredible work that Kee to Independent Growth does. Their dedication…read moreto their mission is obvious. Everyone is hardworking and committed to making a positive impact. From the countless things they have done for their clients, it is obvious to see how much they care. I highly recommend supporting or getting involved with Kee to Independent Growth. They truly are changing lives for the better!

Cool spot to go for a easy hike. Because the area is so large, it was really peaceful even though…read moreit was busy (full parking lot) when we visited. The ranger working at the visitor center was very helpful, recommending different areas to go. She even pointed out some areas of the park that have blueberries and raspberries for picking. Turns out that there was quite a lot of berries. We were fairly early in the fall season so there were some good views, but I can imagine that it will be nice @ peak times. We didn't have data in most parts (Verizon & Tmobile) but the visitors center @ the front does have data outside.

My husband and I only visited to do a hike on their property, where they have 30+ miles of trails…read more The visitor center wasn't open at the time, so this review is just for the trails/general property, and also to comment on the very friendly and helpful staff we met on our way up. This place seems awesome and I love their mission - I'd go back if we were in the area again.

Childtime in Queensbury is a great place to send your children. All of the teachers have been…read morenothing but kind and professional. The facility is always clean and well kept. The updates throughout the day are very helpful when planning your next move. Crafts and pictures are also a nice touch.

my daughter has been attending ACW since she was 9 months old, she is now 4. ACW has become part of…read moreour extended family and my daughter has blossomed, flourished and is very happy. highly recommend.

The bad review from several years ago really hurts my heart as a teacher. When a parent enrolls…read moretheir child and tells us that the other parent doesn't want them in the center because it isn't the center the other parent wanted, we do our best to be understanding and make the child and both parents feel welcome. Then to have the disgruntled parent lash out every day at pickup over one thing or another is hard and it's unfair to the child who loves their new school and is adjusting wonderfully. Although this child wasn't in my class I do remember the situation well and wish we all could have worked together for the benefit and growth of the child.

A true community asset. The services provided are free of charge and the volunteer staff were very…read morekind and accommodating. I strongly suggest to any one or family that could use a little help to stop by.

Really nice folks helping those in need. Have dropped off clothes to the location and have used…read morethem to pick up items. They are great!

The Friends Book Shop has numerous titles available for about 3$ or less. They kindly took in my…read moregrandparents' library after they passed. They ask that you make an appointment to donate but were very flexible with us being from out of town