TJ's Blog

Hello everyone,

I would like to share with everyone videos and links related to Upstate New York in three main categories:

I. History and Tourism of Upstate New York

II. Adirondack Culture

III. Adirondack Scenery

History of Upstate New York

Index to Beer's 1869 Clinton County, NY Atlas - The D.G. Beers Company compiled and published various county atlases taken from surveys during the late 1800s, and this website is an excellent resource for Clinton County's history.
Index to 1865 Beer's Atlas for St Lawrence County, NY - This is a website that contains indexes to the 1865 Beer's Atlas of Saint Lawrence County, NY and was transcribed by Mary Woodman.

Your Gateway to New York Genealogy and History - This is a great resource for New York genealogy and history with loads of links relating to places, cemeteries, the census, the military, and other related links.
Northern New York Library Network - This will bring you to the Northern New York Library Network which is chock full of New York information and links.

Upstate New York Tourism

Adirondack Coast - This is a website that will give you the low-down on featured events in the Upstate New York area, and has areas for trip planning, brochure downloads, and a blog.
Adirondacks, Tug Hill Region of Lewis County - If you enjoy snowmobiling, the colorful leaves during Autumn, hiking the trails on foot or horseback, then this is the site that you'll definitely want to visit.
Fort Ticonderoga - Explore the expansive shoreline of Lake Champlain and visit our old fort to take a trip back in time visiting North America as it was during the 18th century.
Hamilton County, New York County Tourism - Come here for information on Hamilton County, New York which was formed on April 12, 1816.
Lake George Area in the Adirondacks - Come and visit Lake George where it's full of very interesting history, and where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains, lakes, and wildlife.
Lake Placid, New York - Come here to take a hike in the mountains, see the country in all of its natural splendor, and experience the charm of the small-town atmosphere that Lake Placid has to offer.
Old Forge, New York - Visit the Adirondack Base Camp to seek anything from serenity to adventure. Check out their cool video and webcams, too!
Saratoga National Historical Park, New York - See what it must have been like in 1777 as you walk through Saratoga Battlefield. Visit the historical Philip Schuyler House, or just take a quiet stroll through Victory Woods.
The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom - Ride the rides, see the great entertainment, and shop for great collectibles and unique gifts. This is fun for the whole family!
Tupper Lake, New York - Check out the Adirondack Park with over 3,000 lakes and 30,000 miles of river, streams, and brooks! You might need a licensed guide to do it!
St. Lawrence County, New York - Come and visit this site if you are interested in northern cuisine with locally grown food, outdoor adventure, and fun for the whole family!

Adirondack History videos from YouTube

Passage Minute: Stony Creek - Dude Ranches by Mountain Lake PBS

Passage Minute: Port Henry - Adirondack Movie Capital by Mountain Lake PBS

Adirondack Great Camps by PBS

Adirondacks Logging by PBS