Ever wonder what creatures live beneath the rocks of freshwater streams? If so, the Nature Up North Team invites you on a wet and wild adventure in the Cold Brook to search for some creeping and crawling macroinvertebrates! All sampling supplies will be provided and no previous experience is necessary. However, you will want to bring some bug spray, water, and a camera (so you can post your macroinvertebrate sightings on natureupnorth.org).

Come enjoy an evening on the trail with Nature Up North! With only our headlamps and the moonlight to guide us, we will hike the one mile trail of medium to steep grade to the fire tower on top of Mt. Azure where we will enjoy the dazzling constellations of the night sky. Make sure to wear hiking boots or sneakers and bring a backpack with bug spray, water (about 1 liter), a raincoat, a fleece, and a headlamp. No hiking experience is needed. All are welcome on this unique nocturnal experience!

How do animals live through freezing North Country winters? Kids will learn about the strategies local mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians use to survive the winter, including adaptation, hibernation, and migration. We will play an animal snow tracking game and create a winter craft. Let's make the most of winter by learning how local animals spend theirs!

This event will be held at the Clarkson Bookstore in Potsdam. We may spend some time outside, so dress for the weather!

Join Nature Up North for a hike up Mount Arab, one of the most scenic easily-accessed peaks in the Adirondacks. We will enjoy the fall colors and expansive views from the fire tower at the summit. This 2 mile round trip is scenic but moderately strenuous, with some steep sections and a rocky, root covered trail. Along the way we may identify some trees and talk about other natural features we see. Pack water, a snack, and an extra layer, as it gets windy on top!

Join the Laurentian Chapter of ADK and Nature Up North for a pirate-themed adventure! A little known band of Pirates from the Caribbean lost their gold along the Red Sandstone trail. Learn the legend and look for their treasure. This 3 mile walk on mostly level ground includes a hot dog and marshmallow cook out at midway point along the trail (all food provided). Along the way we'll learn about frogs, beavers, hydropower, the history of the region and much, much, more...

LIMITED TO 24 participants. Contact Blair Madore to reserve your spot.

Nature Up North is excited to announce that legendary Adirondack storyteller and folk singer Bill Smith will be joining us for the final installment in this year's summer campfire series!

Join us at Watchmeister Field Station for a community campfire featuring music by Reverend Mike Catanzaro. Rev. Mike is a singer and acoustic guitar player who has been performing in the North Country for 15 years both as a solo artist and with the Hazel Pearl Band. His repertoire ranges from rock to folk to country; from subtle to humorous to raucous. For this Nature Up North Event Rev. Mike will adding some campfire songs to the mix for an enjoyable evening for all ages.

This week's campfire will be joined by the Bee Children, a band comprised of Canton's John Collins, Traci Fordham, and Miguel Hernandez. Please join us for an evening of s'mores, conversation, and music! This event is for all ages. Please feel free to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on while you enjoy the music, we will have chairs available as well.

This summer Nature Up North will be holding a regular community campfire for family and friends of all ages. We will meet at Wachtmeister Field Station for s'mores, conversation and entertainment from local musicians, artists and storytellers.

Join Nature Up North for another wonderful community campfire! We'll bring the s'mores and music, all you have to do is enjoy the fire (and roast your mallow!)

This week features an open-jam session led by local musician Barb Heller.