What's Your Nature?

Become a Nature Up North explorer to share your encounters with wild things and wild places in New York's North Country. Post your wildlife sightings, landscape shots, photos from your outings, and even your organization's events!

Lampson Falls Letterboxing

Event date and time
May 8, 2023 - 12:00 PM to June 24, 2023 - 12:00 PM
Event description

New to letterboxing or a letterboxing aficionado, this event is for you! This is an ongoing, unguided program. For more information see https://www.natureupnorth.org/justmynature/lampson-falls-letterboxing

Adventure Tips for You and Your Pup!

Hiking isn't just for people. Many people are bringing their trusty companions with them on their adventures in the North Country environment and beyond. Hiking with your dogs is one of the most fun activities and a great way to get outdoors and bond with your beloved pets. We all want what is best for our dogs, which includes hiking safety! Knowing some plant identification could save your dog's life, and your pocket.

The Basics of Wildlife Photography

Seeing animals in the wilderness can be a breathtaking experience, but it’s not always easy to convey this beauty in the form of a photo. Dealing with fast moving animals or the “interesting” weather of the North Country can make it hard to snap a good picture. Luckily, practice, plus a few tips, are all it takes, and the North Country is an excellent place to practice. Whether you hail from the beautiful Adirondack mountains or reside in a bustling city, wildlife can be found anywhere - you just have to look for it; remember squirrels, birds, and bugs are wildlife too!

Coney Mountain Trailhead

From Tupper Lake, head 10 miles South on NY-30. The trail head should be on your left.

Munter Trail

Trail

Traveling into Potsdam and turning onto Maple Street, the Munter trail head can be found next to the Stewart's shop just off of Fall Island.

Stone Valley - Southern Trailheads

Trail

Southern Trailheads – From the intersection of Hwy 56 and Main St. in Colton, take a left on Main St. and the first left on River St., parking for the southwest entrance will be located along the road at the intersection. Continue on Main St. and take the second left on Riverside Dr. (after crossing the bridge). Parking for the southeast entrance will be located at the end of Riverside Dr.