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The New Land Trust (NLT) in the Northern Adirondacks at the foot of Lyon Mt. on 287 acres.

Open to the Public for xc-skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, birdwatching, and general enjoyment of nature.

08/16/2026

The New Land Trust is now live in Pokémon GO with several new PokéStops! 🌿

For anyone new: Pokémon GO is a mobile virtual geocaching game where players explore real-world locations and interact with Pokéstops for items in the game.

The new Pokéstop locations include the Clubhouse, Luke’s Lodge, the Hobbit House and some locations in the Meadow.

Every visit to the NLT helps more people discover why we work to protect this land. Whether you’re a gamer or not, you can support us here: https://donorbox.org/help-sustain-the-new-land-trust-912588

See you on the trails!

07/27/2026

Poobah 2026 was a great success! Thanks to everyone for your good vibes and community spirit, yummy potluck food, and your generous contributions to the New Land Trust. A big thank you to all the performers: Jeff and Kim’s opening ceremony was animated and enlightening. Zip City Blues rocked Pie in the Sky for three whole hours, Don LaSala sounded great as he serenaded the crowd, and Marjorie & Carolyn amazed us with their beautiful Appalachian-inspired folk. Granville Daze’s uplifting messages and unique musical style were a treat, and the folks who stayed late were won over by the charming traveling bards, The Stifftones. I didn’t take nearly enough photos, myself, but it was an unforgettable day and evening. Share your photos with us here! We can’t wait to do it all again next year.

06/08/2026

We're very excited for Poobah 2026! It'll be a potluck and BYOB this year, like the Poobahs of yore.

Doors open and the entertainment starts at noon. Zip City Blues will play from 2pm to 5pm, flanked by folk and acoustic rock musicians from New York (Jeff Cochran and Kim LeClaire, Marne O'Shae, Don LaSala, Marjorie & Carolyn), Vermont (Granville Daze), and a pair of traveling bards from all over, The Stifftones.

$20 is the suggested donation but you can pay what you like. Proceeds will benefit The New Land Trust.

There will be lawn games, a bonfire at dusk, and camping is available. No dogs, please. Bring a chair!

Questions? Feel free to message us or call 518-293-6400. We'll keep you posted with any updates here on Facebook. See you there!

05/20/2026

We can never say enough about what Paul and Meg have done, and continue to do to support and maintain the NLT. From maintaining the trails to helping develop our land use plan to maintaining the barn and surrounding areas they are tireless in their efforts to make the NLT a haven for all visitors. Yesterday I got to view something amazing. Over the past year or more Paul has undertaken the project of rebuilding the large part of the barn. Over the last 100 plus years the barn had started to sag, as all buildings do. When Paul started the project the barn walls were a full 12” out of plumb. This had caused the second floor joints to separate from the wall and a temporary support wall had to be built just keep the second floor from collapsing. Since he started the project Paul has rebuilt much of the framing on the north and west walls and using chains and cables and come-alongs he slowly pulled the building back to its original position. Incredibly, the second floor joists are now reattached to the walls, and the roof has been stabilized with permanent cable ties at the top plate. The photos are not great but I think they show some of the work Paul has done,and continues to do to preserve this building for the future. Thank you!

05/17/2026

Save the date: Poobah 2026!

Poobah is coming up! Join us on Saturday July 25th at Pie in the Sky at the New Land Trust in Saranac for our annual summer celebration of music and fun! We’ll have the Zip City blues band, with other acts TBD and an open mic. Bring your friends and a picnic! BYOB. Camping will be available.

We will not be charging an admission fee this year. All donations will go to support the New Land Trust and pay for the bands and port-a-potties, so your generosity will be greatly appreciated! You can donate online ahead of time here: https://donorbox.org/poobah-2026

05/07/2026

Now that the winter weather is definitely gone, it's time for folks who borrowed skis and snowshoes from our lending program to return them. We will be at the Clubhouse on Saturday, May 16th from 10am to 12pm to receive the borrowed equipment. If you can't make it then, you can contact Hal Moore at 518-570-5375 to make other arrangements. Thanks!

04/18/2026

Now that spring has arrived, the trails are calling—and Earth Day week is the perfect time to get outside and explore the New Land Trust!

As people head out to observe Earth Day on April 22 and celebrate the first signs of the changes in the landscape that the warmer weather brings, we’re inspired by the many ways folks are giving back to the planet—from planting trees to joining cleanups and making more sustainable choices every day.

Here at the NLT, the retreat of the snow reveals something else: the litter left behind. When you visit, kindly remember to pack out everything you bring in—including dog waste bags. Leaving them behind, even “just for now,” still impacts the environment and the experience for others. Please don't toss your trash in the outhouses either, as the moldering privy system only allows for toilet paper. Your efforts make a real difference and our volunteers thank you.

And here at the NLT, every day is Earth Day. From the miles of trail we care for to the habitats we protect, it’s all part of a shared commitment to the land we love, now and forever. Thank you for being part of it. Happy Earth Day and happy hiking! 🌎💚

Address

236 Plumadore Road
Saranac, NY
12981

Website

http://www.thenewlandtrust.org/

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