Adirondack Watershed Institute

09/02/2026

🎶Music by Andy Walkow!

We’re excited to welcome Saranac Lake musician Andy Walkow to our Lake Mixer!

Performing regionally since 2008, Andy brings his acoustic guitar and a wide-ranging repertoire of pop, country, and oldies - from the 1950s to today. With everything from the Everly Brothers and Beatles to Cyndi Lauper and Lady Gaga, there will be something for everyone.

Come enjoy the music, food, and good company as we celebrate Adirondack waters! :blue_heart:

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College

09/02/2026

💙Thank you, Adirondack Explorer!

We’re grateful to Adirondack Explorer for supporting AWI’s inaugural Adirondack Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration!

Through its independent journalism, Adirondack Explorer helps keep people informed about the issues shaping the Adirondacks - including the challenges and opportunities facing our waters.

We’re glad to have their support as we celebrate the people working to protect the Adirondacks.

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College

Thank you, Adirondack Explorer, for being part of the celebration!

09/02/2026

💙Thank you, Adirondack Mountain Club!

We’re grateful to ADK Mountain Club for supporting AWI’s inaugural Adirondack Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration!

ADK and AWI share a deep commitment to protecting the Adirondacks and the places that make this region so special. We’re glad to have ADK with us as we celebrate the people and organizations helping care for these lands and waters.

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College

Thank you, ADK, for being part of the celebration!

09/01/2026

Good food, Paul Smith's College style!

One of the highlights of our AWI Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration will be fresh, delicious food prepared by Paul Smith’s College students in Chef Marlyse Waskiewicz’s catering class.
Inspired by Mediterranean cuisine and featuring local, seasonal produce, the menu will be a delicious reflection of the season - and the talent of the students preparing it.
Come hungry! 💙

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College

09/01/2026

💙Thank you, Lake George Association!

We’re grateful to the Lake George Association for sponsoring AWI’s inaugural Adirondack Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration.

For more than a century, LGA has been a strong voice for the protection of Lake George, advancing science, stewardship, and community action to safeguard one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic lakes. Their partnership reflects the kind of collaboration that makes lake protection stronger across the region.

We’re proud to celebrate alongside organizations like LGA that are working every day to ensure Adirondack waters remain healthy for generations to come.

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College

Thank you, LGA, for helping make this celebration possible!

09/01/2026

💙Thank you, Adirondack Health

We’re grateful to Adirondack Health for sponsoring AWI’s inaugural Adirondack Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration on September 3.
Healthy communities depend on healthy waters - and Adirondack Health has long been an important part of building a healthier Adirondack region. We’re proud to have their support as we celebrate the people and organizations working every day to protect the lakes and watersheds we all depend on.

September 3 | 5–7 p.m. | AWI Paolozzi Center Paul Smith's College

Thank you, Adirondack Health, for helping make this celebration possible - and for being part of the community that cares about the future of the Adirondacks.

08/25/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the Mirror Lake Watershed Association at AWI’s first annual Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration, where they will receive the Adirondack Watershed Impact Award for their dedication to protecting the health of Mirror Lake and its watershed.

📍AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College
📅September 3 | 5–7 p.m.

Join us in celebrating Mirror Lake Watershed Association!

Details about the event in the comments.

Photo: Mirror Lake Watershed Association Board Members Marcy Fagan and Trish Friedlander pulling purple loosestrife from Mirror Lake this summer.

08/24/2026

Join us for AWI’s first annual Adirondack Lake Mixer & Awards Celebration as we honor Guy Middleton, Executive Director of the Upper Saranac Foundation, with a 2026 Adirondack Watershed Impact Award!

For decades, Guy has been a dedicated leader in protecting the health of Upper Saranac Lake and advancing science-based stewardship of its watershed. We’re excited to recognize his tremendous contributions and celebrate the people making a difference for Adirondack waters.

📍AWI Paolozzi Center at Paul Smith's College
📅September 3 | 5–7 p.m.

Come celebrate with us! Tickets are available now, link in comments.

08/13/2026

AWI was honored and thrilled to be at this meeting of lake associations from across New York State and of course the Adirondacks - and we thank Senator Pete Harckham for his steadfast and statewide leadership on all things water!

And thanks to Adirondack Council for helping organize the event!

07/31/2026

Adirondack Water Week is here! Water Week is a time to highlight the importance of protecting clean water through fun activities and educational events. Join AWI and partnering organizations August 1-9, details here:
Paul Smith's College

Adirondack Water Week 7th Annual Adirondack Water Week - Advancing Watershed Stewardship TogetherAdirondack Water Week returns August 1–9 with the theme Advancing Watershed Stewardship Together. AWI will host and participate in events throughout the week that promote watershed education, community...