THERE ARE LOTS of things to do in the North Country and southern Ontario. Here are selected day trips in the region.

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ADIRONDACK FISH HATCHERY, 103 Fish Hatchery Rd., Lake Clear, state fish hatchery raises land-locked, Atlantic salmon, open April through Nov. 30 daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 518-891-3358.

ADIRONDACK FLYING SERVICE, Route 73, Cascade Road, Lake Placid, 20-minute scenic flights over Adirondack High Peaks, www.flyanywhere.com , 518-523-2473.

ADIRONDACK MUSEUM, Museum’s exhibits and programs tell the stories of how people have lived, worked, played and traveled in the Adirondack region since the early 1800s. Twenty buildings on 32 acres of grounds and gardens, 22 engaging indoor and outdoor exhibits, historic buildings, incredible collections, great gardens, magnificent views, and on-going programs and special events offer a variety of interesting activities for the whole family. Route 30, Blue Mountain Lake, 518-352-7311, www.adirondackmuseum.org.

ADIRONDACK PARK VISITOR INTERPRETIVE CENTER, 8023 Route 30, Paul Smiths, www.adkvic.org, A 6.5 mile interpretive trail system with signs explaining the ecology, summer hicking, cross country skiing, snow-shoeing, exhibits of Adirondack history. 518-327-3000.  

ADIRONDACK SCENIC RAILROAD, destinations from Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Old Forge and Utica, www.adirondackrr.com. Experience the golden age of railroading, a time when the Adirondack line played host to the rich and famous on their way to their great camps. Check the website for schedules, toll free 877-508-6728.

AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM, 34312 Route 180, LaFargeville, users.westelcom.com/stonemillsmuseum. Museum telling the development of the agricultural industry in Northern, NY, historical materials relating to farm and farmhouse in Jefferson, St. Lawrence, Lewis & Oswego Counties. 9 a.m - 3p.m. June through September, closed Tuesday, 658-2353.

AKWESASNE MOHAWK CASINO, 873 State Route 37, Akwesasne, open 24 hours seven days a week, hundreds of exciting gaming machines, dozens of table games, native harvest buffet, Pair-A-Dice lounge, gift shops, buses welcome, 1-877-99CASINO or www.mohawkcasino.com .

ALMANZO WILDER HOMESTEAD, 177 Stacy Rd., Burke, near Malone, home of Farmer Boy, real life character of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House book, store, museum, 518-483-1207 or 1-866-438-FARM, www.almanzowilderfarm.com.  

AMERICAN MAPLE MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME, Main Street, Croghan, www.lcida.org/maplemuseum.html, artifacts and maple syrup manufacturing equipment, logging tools, antiques, May through September, 346-1107.

ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM, 750 Mary St., Clayton, www.abm.org, Over 200 antique freshwater boats, motors, and engines. Boat building classes, boat shows, speedboat rides. May 12 - Oct. 8, daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 315-686-4104.

AUSABLE CHASM, 2144 Route 9, Ausable Chasm, 518-834-7454, wonders, nature trails, scenic vistas, rafting, kayaking, tubing www.ausablechasm.com.

BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE BOAT LIVERY, Rte. 28, Blue Mountain Lake scenic boat trip, 1916 wooden launches, tours, rentals, instructions, sailing, canoeing, camping, 518-352-7351. www.boatlivery.com.

BOLDT CASTLE, on Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, www.boldtcastle.com. Accessible by boat, 120 room Rhineland castle belonging to George Boldt, begun as a gift for his wife, but abandoned at her untimely death. Undergoing magnificent restoration. May through October, 482-9724 or 1-800-847-5263.  

CHATEAUGAY FISH HATCHERY, 134 Fish Hatchery Rd., off Route 11, Chateaugay, lake, brook, rainbow and brown trout. Daily 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., free, 518-497-6151. 

CLAYTON OPERA HOUSE, performance and community center, 405 Riverside Drive, Clayton, 686-2200. Variety of performances throughout the summer season. www.claytonoperahouse.com,

ENCHANTED FOREST/WATER SAFARI, 3183 Route 28, Old Forge, www.watersafari.com. Over fifty water rides and attractions including "Tidal Wave Pool" and the "Amazon," a family river ride. June through Labor Day, daily, 369-6145.

FORT HENRY, KINGSTON ONTARIO Both museum and spectacular historic site of 19th Century British military fortress. Experience the realm of 19th Century military life, guided tours, performances and demonstrations. www.forthenry.com. May 20 through Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., County Route 2, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. 1-(613)-542-7388.

FORT TICONDEROGA, Fort Road, Ticonderoga, (518) 585-2821, historical renactments of battles from 7 Years' War and American Revolution, overlooking Lake Champlain. Museum, costumed interpreters, musket demonstrations, gardens, museum store, restaurant, picnic grounds. May through October, daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., www.fort-ticonderoga.org.

GREAT CAMP SAGAMORE, 4 miles south off Route 28, Raquette Lake, www.sagamore.org., Adirondack Great Camp, former summer of Alfred Vanderbilt family, built in 1897 by William West Durant. 27 buildings, tours, courses, retreats, 354-5311.

HANDWEAVING MUSEUM & ART CENTER, 314 John St., Clayton, preservation and promotion of traditional arts and handcrafts, Handweaving Museum, gallery exhibits, craft shows, gift shop, pottery classes, events, www.hm-ac.org, 686-4123. Open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 p.m.

JOHN BROWN FARM STATE HISTORIC SITE, 2 John Brown Rd., Lake Placid. Home and burial site of famed abolitionist leader of 1850 raid on National Arsenal at Harpers Ferry, VA. Monday, Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 1 - 5 p.m., late May through October, 518-523-3900, nysparks.state.ny.us/historic-sites/29/details.aspx.

JONESEY’S RIVERSIDE RANCH, 9266 NYS Hwy. 37, Ogdensburg, JoneseysRiversideRanch.com, Rocky Mountain Elk roam, animals available for petting, pony rides, hay rides; call for times and more info, 393-0401.

LAKE PLACID OLYMPIC SITE, Lake Placid-Wilmington area, www.orda.org, 1932 and 1980 Olympic Museum and Hall of Fame, video highlights, uniforms, equipment, Olympic ski jump complex, Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports complex, 1-518-523-1655.

MINNA ANTHONY COMMON NATURE CENTER, exit 51 off I-81, Alexandria Bay, members.lycos.co.uk/scantrail/map7.htm, bird walks, cross country skiing, trails, fishing, 482-2479.  

MOHAWK INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY NYS Hwy. 37, Hogansburg. Racing every Friday at 7:45 p.m. May through September, modifieds, pro-stocks, semi-pros, bandits, slick track enduro, 518-358-3225, www.MohawkInternationalRaceway.com.

NEW YORK STATE ZOO AT THOMPSON PARK, 1 Thompson Park, Watertown, 315-782-6180, www.nyszoo.org/about.html, dedicated to New York’s wild animals and wild places, black bears, wolverines, Adirondack fire trail, 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during winter months.

OLD MCDONALD’S CHILDREN’S VILLAGE, North Harbor Rd., Sackets Harbor, www.OldMcDonaldHasAFarm.com, children’s farm animal village with Wizard of Oz hayride, mini-golf, pick pumpkins, visit animals, Daily, May-Oct., 583-5737.

RAQUETTE LAKE NAVIGATION COMPANY, Raquette Lake, www.raquettelakenavigation.com, boat tours, cruise and dine, scenic excursions, moonlight cruises, fall foliage, great camps of J.P. Morgan, Vanderbilt and Huntington, private charters. 518-354-5532.

SANTA’S WORKSHOP, off Route 83, Wilmington, www.northpoleny.com, Alpine village with Santa Claus, helpers, live reindeer, animal park, storybook characters, children’s rides, crafts, musical shows, 1-800-806-0215.

SCI-TECH CENTER OF NORTHERN NEW YORK, 154 Stone St., Watertown, www.scitechcenter.org. Hands-on science center, more than 40 interactive exhibits, specialty art classes and programs, school tours, birthday parties, 788-1340.

SINGER CASTLE ON DARK ISLAND Chippewa Bay, NY in the St. Lawrence Seaway. A contemporary of George Boldt, Mr. Frederick G. Bourne of New York City, had this castle built as a 'hunting' retreat for his family. Italian stonecutters cut granite to shape this 3-story, 28-room castle with a 5-story clock tower and elaborate boathouse. Scheduled boat tours run daily 10am-5pm on the hour and are currently offered from Chippewa Bay by Schermerhorn Harbor Shuttle, operating hourly Wednesday through Saturday until Labor Day, 324-5966; from Alexandria Bay by Uncle Sam Boat Tours (877-253-9229) and from Morristown by Morristown Tour Boat Lines aboard the Morrisania (375-8213). Charter group tours can also be arranged. For more information, call 1-877-327-5475, or visit our website at www.singercastle.com.

SIX FLAGS GREAT ESCAPE AND SPLASHWATER KINGDOM, Route 9, Lake George, www.sixflags.com/greatEscape/index.aspx. Over 135 rides, shows, and attractions. 518-792-3500.

THUNDER ALLEY SPEEDPARK, 28412 Steinhelber Rd., Evans Mills, www.thunderalleyspeedpark.com/default.asp, 778-3407 or 788-7400.

UNCLE SAM BOAT TOURS, 45 James St., Alexandria Bay, www.usboattours.com,. Tours of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Thousand Islands. For departure times: 1-800-253-9229 or 315-482-9611.

UPPER CANADA VILLAGE Authentic buildings comprise this village from the 1860's. Period costuming and activities capture the seasons and cycles of rural village life. www.uppercanadavillage.com. May 19 through Oct. 7, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 13740 County Road 2, Morrisburg, Ontario, Canada. 1-(613)-543- 4328.

WATER SLIDE WORLD, exit 21 off I-87, Lake George, wave pool, 35 water slides, volleyball, 518-668-4407, www.waterslideworld.net.

WHITE PINE CAMP TOUR, White Pine Road, Paul Smiths, guided walking tour of historic Adirondack Great Camp, served as summer White House in 1926 for Pres. Calvin Coolidge, public tours on Saturdays in July and August. For reservations and information call Adirondack Architectural Heritage at 518-834-9328. www.whitepinecamp.com.

WHITEFACE MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL HIGHWAY, Wilmington, www.whiteface.com/summer/activities/hiway.php, Panoramic views of the Adirondack High Peaks, along a five-mile toll road, elevator to top, historic toll house, castle and tunnel, Daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in spring and fall, 8:30am to 5pm during summer, weather permitting, 518-946-2223, 1-800-462-6236.

THE WILD CENTER A 31-acre campus in Tupper Lake featuring live exhibits, hiking and naturalist guides. There are theaters with high definition films, hands-on nature, hundreds of live animals from rare native trout, to river otters, to turtles the size of walnuts and many other often hard-to-see residents of the woods and waters. Hours Columbus Day to Memorial Day, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day -- Open Martin Luther King Day and Presidents' Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open all week between Christmas and New Year's Eve. For more information, call 518-359-7800 or visit their website at www.wildcenter.org.

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