October 1, Saturday – Hike Up and Down the Hollows at 9 am. This free hike will go up the central portion of the Taconic Crest Trail, ascending via Mattison Hollow past waterfalls and descending via Robinson Hollow. This is a strenuous seven mile hike with steep uphill and downhill sections. Wear boots or sturdy shoes. Bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water. Prepare for cool and windy conditions. To register contact Nick Conrad at 279-1963 or nbconrad@msn.com
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Sports Outdoors
12th Annual Karen McGovern Volleyball Tournament
by Bea Peterson
It has been more than 12 years since the 30-something feisty, vivacious Karen McGovern lost her valiant battle with cancer. On Saturday, September 10, her family and friends once again shared stories of the quirky, caustic attorney they loved so much.
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Blackbird Invitational Cross-Country Running Tournament
Field Hockey Team Picks Up A Win
Tastes Like Chicken
Pioneer Fish and Game Club Trapper Training Course
There will be a trapper training course at the Pioneer Fish and Game Club at their club house in Potter Hill on Friday, September 23, from 6 to 9 pm and September 24 from 8 am to completion of the course. Pre-registration is necessary. Call 518-686-5267, or 518-686-1653
Events At Grafton Lakes State Park
September 24, Saturday – Foliage Hike. Join us in this tour through the amazing autumn colors on the Rensselaer Plateau. Call (518)279-1155 to register. Free Program offered by Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park.
September 25, Sunday – 25th annual Barge Chaser Canoe and Kayak Race. Registration 9:30 am Race starts at 10:30 am. Bring a potluck dish to enjoy after the race. Barge Chaser entree fee $10, per person.
September 25, Sunday – Nature Hike at 2 pm. Explore the woods and learn about the wildlife, the landscape, and learn some local history. Fee is $2 per person. Call (518)279-1155 to register.
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Ingraham Takes Fourth In Air Rifle World Championships
by Bea Peterson
Competing for the first time in a major event, Rick Ingraham placed fourth overall in the World Rimfire & Air Rifle Benchrest Competition at the Palmetto Gun Club in Charleston, SC, the end of July/beginning of August. Ingraham attended the event with fellow Salem Rifle and Pistol Club member Todd Banks. [Read more…] about Ingraham Takes Fourth In Air Rifle World Championships
