This family friendly celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail will showcase the natural landscape, communities and businesses along the corridor with a fun-filled day of activities, food and live music. 
Date: Saturday, June 20
Location: Saranac Lake
Mileage: Up to you
Registration: FREE*
Benefits: Adirondack Rail Trail Association
During the celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail, participants will have the opportunity to join in stewardship projects and explore the trail with an interactive scavenger hunt featuring some very cool prizes. The day culminates with a community party featuring Hex & Hop and RiverTrail Craft Breweries, food vendors, live music by Reese Fulmer and the Carriage House Band and a raffle.
New this year is the addition of shuttle service for those who would like to experience the entire 34-mile corridor one way. Book your shuttle during event registration.
Best of all, proceeds support the Adirondack Rail Trail Association and their efforts to help people of all ages and abilities enjoy the landscape, history and natural beauty of the rail trail corridor and its communities.
*A cost will be associated with booking shuttle service, which you can do during registration.
Volunteer Service Project Details
Participants are also invited to join optional volunteer service projects that will take place between 10a-12p at various points along the corridor. In advance of the event, all registrants will receive an email where you can sign up for a project. Each project is guided by a leader and all tools and materials will be provided. Potential projects include:
Culvert Clearing
To protect the trail from erosion and flooding, culvert intakes need to be cleared of leaves, sticks, and gravel.
Debris Removal
The task here is to remove debris from the side of the trail, such as downed trees, to clear the area for mowing.
Ditch Cleaning
In order to prevent erosion, this project will require pulling sticks, rocks and other obstructions that may impede the designed flow of water.
Timber Rail Treatment
This task involves painting a Copper Coat on the timber railing installed along the trail.
Invasive Species Removal
This project entails removal of Purple Loosestrife and Oriental Bittersweet from along the corridor.
Event Schedule
Subject to change
ALL DAY: Enjoy the Trail*
9a - 1p: Visit with ARTA at the Saranac Lake Farmers Market
10a - 12p: Rail Trail Service Projects
6 - 8:30p: Free Celebration with Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer Garden, Raffle and Vendors at Riverside Park
*Shuttle Service available with advance booking during event registration
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FAQs
What does this event support?
The Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day is a family friendly celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail that will raise funds for the Adirondack Rail Trail Association.
What is the Adirondack Rail Trail Association?
The Adirondack Rail Trail Association (ARTA) is a trail-town not-for-profit organization that represents and promotes the business and municipal interests along the 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail. Founded in 2010, ARTA has represented over 13,000 citizens, 400 businesses, and six representative governments in the effort to get this world-class all season trail to the construction stage.
What is the event schedule?
ALL DAY: Enjoy the Trail*
9a - 1p: Visit with ARTA at the Saranac Lake Farmers Market
10a - 12p: Rail Trail Service Projects
6 - 8:30p: Free Celebration with Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer Garden, Raffle and Vendors at Riverside Park
*Shuttle Service available with advance booking during event registration
What is the bad weather plan?
The event will be hosted rain or shine with an indoor contingency plan for the event party in the event of severe weather.
Lodging
Guests of Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day can take advantage of discounted lodging at the Hotel Saranac, conveniently located just off the trail in beautiful downtown Saranac Lake. Click HERE to book using the discounted rates.
Amid the pristine lakes and lush woods of the Adirondacks, discover a legacy of old-world charm at Hotel Saranac. With 95 years of rich history, our hotel is one of the most beloved landmarks in the region. Guests enjoy premium amenities and activities in the heart of Saranac Lake—all the best shopping, dining, hiking, biking, and boating are right outside your front door. Grand yet intimate, historic yet modern, Hotel Saranac is a destination unto itself. Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, an award-winning member of the Historic Hotels of America and voted one of the Top 5 most haunted hotels by USA today.
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