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TUPPER LAKE Ñ If you look carefully after touching down at the Big Tupper Ski Resort, youÕ ll notice a small sign in the lodgeÕ s front window: Ò Those who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those doing it.Ó Following several weeks of sustained snowfall, Big Tupper opened this past weekend, launching the fifth season since a group of local volunteers tackled what was once seen as an improbable project, the resurrection of a moribund ski resort.

Whallonsburg Grange kicks off centennial PAGE 2 FARM TO TABLE

The Big Tupper Ski Resort kicked off their fifth season this past weekend. Pictured above are some of the volunteers who made it possible. From left: Dale Reandeau, Tim Brown, Tom Sciacca, Cliff LaMere, Bill Mozdzier, Kate Bencze and Ted Merrihew.

Photo by Pete DeMola

Regional food hub comes to fruition in Essex PAGE 3 SPORTS

Kearney places second in Whiteface World Cup stop With retirement likely, FIS calls the season an “extended victory lap” for the Vermont moguls star

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WILMINGTON -- Knees pumping like pistons, Hannah Kearney blazed over and through mogul after mogul on her way to the second jump.

Then, for a moment that seemed as if time somehow slowed, she was airborne, skis crossed and body spinning, eyes on the snow 15 feet below.

Kearney spotted her landing, touched down, and was instantaneously back into a rhythm navigating terrain few skiers can handle at a fraction of the pace. She crossed the line, edges biting hard into the skied-off finish area, and waited for the scores to come in, all while the crowd CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

Hannah Kearney soars through the air off the second jump on the Wilderness mogul course at Whiteface Mountain on Jan. 29. She finished the World Cup event in second place, just .43 points behind Canada’s Justine Dufour-Lapointe.

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The rebirth of what was once one of the stateÕ s premier ski destinations began in September 2009 when Jim LaValley, a local realtor, floated the idea to repair and possibly reopen the resort, which had been shuttered for a decade. Ò Most people thought he was crazy,Ó recalled Big Tupper Operations Coordinator Kate Bencze.

Cliff LaMere was dispatched to inspect the-then defunct chairlift and spent three days examining the gear. Ò My fear of heights is nonexistent,Ó he laughed.

Afterward, a group met at the local VFW to discuss the impossible.

Four months later, after a lot of Ò blood, sweat and tears,Ó the team got it all together, recalled Bill Mozdzier, who now serves as a trail groomer.

Aside from a brief blip, Big Tupper has been running for the past half-decade, a symbol of perseverance in a town CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Grange taps into past with centennial kick-off event

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com WHALLONSBURG Ñ Like their forebearers, travelers coiled through the black stretch of naked farmland on a wintry Saturday night and stopped at the large wooden building at the fork in the road.

A fiddle called from inside.

A man stood up from behind his piano and approached a loose cluster of people. Ò Left hand corner, right hand back to partner and then go swimming,Ó said Gary Finney to the two sets of men and women.

The groups wobbled and practiced the position. Ò Meet your girl, give her a whirl and promenade.Ó Finney sat back down behind his piano, nodded to Donnie Perkins and the music started.

Ducking for oysters and digging for clams followed, part of the folksy vernacular of traditional square dancing. Ò ThereÕ s a lot of repetition in square dancing Ñ but the dances are different,Ó said Finney, issuing commands in a mellifluous, sing-song tone laced with faux exasperation.

The groups gained confidence and their motions became increasingly fluid.

The music stopped and everyone clapped.

Healthy-looking men and women lined the room and nodded appreciatively.

Finney looked at them. Ò Get another square going,Ó he said.

The fiddler smiled as groups clomped out onto the floor in their big cowboy boots.

And then there were three. Ò Boys on the inside, girls on the outside,Ó said Finney.

The groups arranged themselves.

“Where’s the first couple?” he asked. “They make the whole cycle.Ó The first couple got into position and Finney took his place.

Ò Now all you need to do is listen to the fat guy.Ó Non-ironic do-si-dos Ñ thatÕ s a dance step that translates to Ò back-to-backÓ Ñ and yeehaws Ñ an expression of enthusiasm or exuberance Ñ in their legitimate settings streamed forth into the night.

The room rollicked as the dancers found their groove. Ò Not bad, not bad,Ó said Finney afterward. Ò But you gotta listen.Ó The dancers rotated again.

People in their twenties and thirties began filtering into the Whallonsburg Grange Hall, an endangered species in Essex County.

They hung up their coats and ventured out onto the floor, exchanging places with the newly-minted experts, who made a beeline for the water cooler.

The process repeated itself every 10 minutes. Ò Face your partner, face the corners, left hand in your partnerÕ s left,Ó reminded Finney.

And then it became faster.

Handclaps echoed from the high ceilings and the floor shook.

The room swirled into a rotating blur of flannel shirts, blue jeans and cowboy hats. Ò You people have really caught onto this real good,Ó said Finney. Ò If I could get my wife to listen to me like you did out there, IÕ d be a happy camper.Ó Brian DeGroat said he saw a poster at his workplace in Willsboro and decided to join his friends. Ò ItÕ s a good way to stay active in the winter,Ó he said. Ò It keeps knowledge of the dance itself alive.Ó The shindig marks the kick-off the Whallonsburg GrangeÕ s centennial, said President Andy Buchanan.

Summer will see an audio-visual installation of residents discussing the history of the fraternal organization and their involvement through the years Ñ including the fallow ones.

Local residents participated in a square dance at the Whallonsburg Grange on Saturday, Jan. 31. The event marked the official launch of the organization’s centennial year.

Photo by Pete DeMola

It goes hand-in-hand with planned renovations, including a new roof and signage, to restore the structure what it may have looked like 100 years ago.

It will also culminate with a block party during harvest season.

The dance, said Buchanan, was identical to those held in the 1950s.

He pointed at a black and white photo.

The scene was identical. Ò This is very deep in the tradition of the Grange.Ó

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Regional food hub coming to fruition with purchase of new facility

By Pete DeMola

ESSEX Ñ Imagine a world where, instead of pink slime on the school lunch menu, little Timmy and Sally are served a dose of greens from their neighborÕ s farm.

A world where dollars spent on food purchasing stay within the local economy.

Or a place where your own product Ñ say, a personal recipe that made the jump from midnight snack to a popular item on the local farmerÕ s market circuitÑ made an additional leap to the shelves of a Brooklyn bodega.

It could happen.

A major component of a potential regional food hub has fallen into place with the purchase of the former Lincoln Building on the corner of Route 22 and Middle Road by Jori Wekin, a local entrepreneur and food consultant.

Wekin and a partner purchased the building last fall with the goal of elevating the regionÕ s capacity for food processing and distribution.

Plans include the installation of a commercial kitchen that can be used for a variety of rental uses, including food processing, catering and instructional classes and courses. Ò It will be in the same vein as the Grange kitchen, but will include processing equipment, storage and refrigeration with anticipation of doing more bulk ordering and different aspects of food processing,Ó said Wekin.

The Whallonsburg GrangeÕ s kitchen has, and continues to be, an effective incubator for fledgling businesses, said Wekin.

But the new facility, which has the working name of Fruition Orchards, is set up for larger quantity and scale and will act as the next stepping stone for established, medium-sized busi-

nesses.

Eventually, said Wekin, the end game will include distribution and storage, two areas that members of the regionÕ s ag community have said are crucial to completing regional food loops.

Planned equipment purchases include several large steam kettles, multi-ovens and ranges, a food mill pulper and a bottle filler, among other processing equipment.

A large refrigeration unit means raw products can be stored for a few days before they are processed.

Wekin said the new facility is the result of natural evolution in the regionÕ s ag economy. Ò I think weÕ re in a place where there are more producers on a small scale trying to reach a market for everyone,Ó she said.

Season extension is critical and without the use of greenhouses, the facility allows producers to turn raw materials into items that can be used year-round.

Adam Reed just launched a new vegetable farm, Tangleroot Farms, with his partner, Susan Cerny.

“Getting a commercially certified kitchen for small scale use is really hard for a small farm and not something weÕ re capable of on our own,Ó he said.

The pair plans on growing 100 varieties of vegetables this year on their three acres along Route 22, almost all of which will be intended for fresh markets.

They can only process so much surplus on their stove. Ò We can only do small batches for ourselves,Ó said Reed. Ò Retail isnÕ t possible.Ó Without a processing facility Ñ whether be at the Whallonsburg Grange or WekinÕ s new

RAY BROOK Ñ Biodiversity Research InstituteÕ s (BRIÕ s) Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation is the recipient of a challenge grant from a generous anonymous donor to support a Ò loony-tern.Ó This grant was made in response to the Loon CenterÕ s current campaign on Adirondack Gives, the crowdfunding website for Adirondack region nonprofits.

The campaign will provide funding for an intern to assist BRIÕ s Adirondack Loon Center in conducting its loon-related outreach and research studies.

BRIÕ s Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation combines scientific research with innovative educational programs to address critical conservation issues affecting the Adirondack Common Loon population and the waterways they inhabit.

The staff is extremely small, with Dr. Schoch being the only year-round employee, and a seasonal field crew of three full- and six part-time staff. Ò I am very grateful to this donor who knows the assistance of an intern will significantly expand our capacity to conduct our loon conservation efforts in the Park,Ó said Dr. Nina Schoch, Coordinator of BRIÕ s Adirondack Loon Center. Ò I am thrilled to learn he will match donations up to a total of $1,500 to enable us to hire a Ò loony-ternÓ this spring. I hope the Adirondack community will rise to his challenge and contribute to our Adirondack Gives campaign to meet and even exceed his match.Ó To contribute to this campaign and help match

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The former Lincoln Building at the corner of Route 22 and Middle Road in Essex is under new ownership.

The owners aim to turn the structure into a food processing facility designed to strengthen regional food circuits.

Photo by Pete DeMola

operation Ñ the surplus would likely go the chickens. Ò Throwing perfectly good food to birds and the compost really sucks,Ó said Reed. Ò ItÕ s tragic.Ó Reed said if the pair produces a bumper crop, theyÕ ll explore the option of using Fruition Orchards. Ò WeÕ ll see how it works out.Ó Adirondack Harvest, an organization that assists local food producers with market expan-

sion, applauded the project and pledged their support. Ò ItÕ s exciting that somebody else is already looking to upgrade and see the need for a larger facility,Ó said Executive Director Laurie Davis. Ò IÕ m very encouraged that Jori has this vision and ecstatic because she is extremely capable.Ó Wekin aims to get the new facility up and running by early summer after obtaining the proper permits.

the donorÕ s challenge grant, visit adirondackgives.org and click on Ò Help Hire a Ò Loonytern.Ó As a special incentive, donors of $100-$499 will receive a 8x10” photograph of a nesting Adirondack loon; contributors of $500-$999 will receive a copy of Adirondack naturalist Kip TaylorÕ s out-of-print book Ò Loon,Ó and

those who donate $1,000 or more will have the opportunity to join the Loon Center staff on a personal outing to observe some of their study loons on an Adirondack lake.

For more info, contact adkloon@briloon.org; visit briloon.org/adkloon or find them on Facebook.

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Cuomo should not use school aid as leverage

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ov. Andrew Cuomo is enlisting a draconian measure this budget season that uses school funding as a pawn in an elaborate game of chess with the ultimate goal of strong arming state lawmakers into passing his agenda of overhauling the education system in New York State.

As a result school administrators are being held hostage by the governor because they will have no concrete school aid projections as they attempt to draft their own spending plans for 2015-16.

When Cuomo unveiled his Ò Opportunity AgendaÓ as part of the 2015 State of the State/budget speech a couple weeks ago, there was not much educators saw which they would classify as opportunistic.

Cuomo announced there could be as much as $1.1 billion in new funding for state school districts, but later noted the funding would only be granted if the legislature agreed to his agenda to overhaul the way state education works and teachers are evaluated.

Translation: back my way of thinking state legislature, or I will punish you by withholding badly needed fund from your schools.

If lawmakers do not support CuomoÕ s education agenda through passage of bills, he will not deliver one cent more to schools then he did last year. He would also continue the funding freeze not only for 2015-16, but 16-17 as well.

Instead of Gap Elimination (Adjustment), the governor has chosen a course of gap widening.

Perhaps the biggest way Cuomo is holding school districts hostage is by forcing them into playing a waiting game when it comes to finding out exactly how much state funding they can expect.

For years, school districts would receive the preliminary budget run showing totals for what each was projected to get. School administrators and boards would then be able to draft a budget that fits within the confines of the draft run, but also leaves room for unexpected cuts or surpluses.

Using the governorÕ s Executive Budget, school districts are supposed to provide a proposed tax levy by March 1, indicating if they are able to stay under the stateÕ s tax cap established in 2011. The governorÕ s strategy of withholding funding projections makes this impossible.

This year, district policy makers will be left blind until a state budget is passed and signed.

That means school districts will likely not have any funding numbers to go on until April 1, giving them just over a month to finalize their spending plans and try to stay within the state’s ever evolving (in complexity) tax levy cap.

This is unfair to local boards of education, who now have to stand at the front of the mess hall, tearfully looking up at the governor and doing their best Oliver Twist impersonation.

In addressing this matter, Cuomo said he feels the state’s educational system, specifically teachers, are failing their students, even though the most recent round of teacher evaluations listed 98.7 percent of the stateÕ s educators as Ò effectiveÓ or higher.

He pointed to the fact that only 30 percent of students passed the state Common Core testing, scored on a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 and 2 considered failing and 3 and 4 passing or excelling.

What he failed to point out, however, is that his one-time education commissioner, John King, said the new testing was designed to fail 70 percent of those taking it.

Before Common Core, students were passing the annual state tests at a rate of 80 percent.

This has led to parents removing their children from the classroom during state testing days, refusing to subject them to the Common Core which educators have slammed as being flawed.

That does not sound like moving education forward.

So with this, Cuomo is holding a sword to the rope which holds much needed relief to many schools throughout the state, especially North Country schools, with some having no choice but to beg and plead with district taxpayers to pass a budget that does not fall in line with his tax levy cap.

To do so takes a 60 percent majority of the registered voters in a district. That can be a daunting hill to climb, as the Minerva Central School District encountered last budget season.

Cuomo has laid down the demands: ItÕ s his way with a new evaluation system and more aggressively pursuing school consolidations and mergers, or the money in the net gets dropped into the shark tank.

While there are many quality discussions to be had over education reform, they should not be used as a pawn in a political game of chess.

By doing so, Cuomo is placing the ones who matter most in the educational system Ñ the students Ñ in a precarious situation.

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Education reform: the governor’s perspective

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novation and performance in the his past week as our classroom. In 2014-15, the Govereditorial team disnor built on the success of the first cussed this weekÕ s State-funded full-day pre-kinderopinion piece regarding the gogarten program by committing to venorÕ s new school initiative invest $1.5 billion over five years and how that appears to be tyto support the phase-in of a Stateing the hands of adminstrators wide Universal Full-Day Pre-Kinand school boards with respect dergarten program. He has led the to their budgets, I could not charge for choice and competition help but wear my managerÕ s by protecting the growth of highhat.

Dan Alexander performing charter schools. While I could not help but ask why.

Thoughts from demanding high standards for all Why would the Governor take Behind the Pressline students, the Governor champisuch a step and what does he oned reforms to protect students hope to accomplish by doing so? I can only assume that Governor Cuomo and parents from the flawed Common Core implementation. And to bring our education system into believes that he must find a way to put the the 21st century, Governor Cuomo proposed a $2 students first in the bureaucracy we now billion “Smart Schools” bond that will re-imagine call the education system. Additionally, for a our classrooms for our high-tech world and level politician who may one day in the near future the playing field so that income does not determine seek higher office, he believes the only way to achieve a vibrant economic future for all New the level of access our students have to technology in schools.

Yorkers is by ensuring that all New YorkÕ s Clearly the Governor wants to enact fundachildren receive the opportunity for a quality mental reform that is based on student perforeducation that prepares them for the future. mance. But he is also putting us all on notice From the Governor’s office here is the govthat itÕ s not only the students who must raise ernorÕ s perspective on the matter: the level of the game but parents, teachers, Before Governor Cuomo took office, New York had become known as the state with the high- administrators, school boards and taxpayers.

New York State students score in the middle est school spending despite low overall student of the road compared to other states despite achievement.

By shifting the focus from bureaucracy to the spending being the 2nd highest among all states per student. It doesnÕ t appear unrealstudents, and establishing new pathways to college istic that we should all expect more from the and career readiness, Governor Cuomo is putting dollars spent. students first.

So the real issue here boils down to these New York has become a leader in the nation in basic questions that will be heavily debated in placing the most effective teachers in the classthe near future: Is the Governor taking steps room. For the first time, every New York school to be an effective administrator of the stateÕ s district now has a meaningful teacher evaluation education spending or is this political postursystem to ensure a performance-based approach to student learning. Governor Cuomo is also provid- ing?

With all states transitioning due to the introing incentive funding to recognize and reward the duction of Common Core testing, do we really most successful teachers. know just where New York’s schools stand?

After years of budget cuts, Governor Cuomo Are we in the midst of a crisis with educais championing reinvestment in New York classtion when 77 percent of students graduate rooms. In the last three years, the Governor has high school in New York compared to the naincreased funding for education by $2.9 billion. tional average of 81 percent?

The most recent state budget includes an additionPreparing our children for the future is one al $1.1 billion increase, bringing state education of the most important roles of any community. funding to its highest level ever. And the GovWe all have a major stake in the GovernorÕ s ernor is ensuring that additional school funding plan and how the end results will impact our does not lead to unaffordable property tax hikes: students and our communities. ItÕ s important the Governor’s landmark Property Tax Cap reform continues to provide property tax relief to all New that we get this right.

Yorkers. Since the tax cap has been enacted, statewide school levy increases have been lower than 9 Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton of the 10 prior years.

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Guest Viewpoint

Governor Cuomo using state school aid as a pawn Dear ELCS Families: I write to inform you of some recent developments at the State level that have direct impact on Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School. I also write to update you on the development of the 201516 school budget, as I have unfortunately discovered that creating a proposed 2015-16 budget for Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School District will include an added level of uncertainty following Governor Andrew CuomoÕ s State of the State Address and Executive Budget Proposal of January 21st.

Under the Executive Budget Proposal rolled out by the Governor last week, state funding for schools would increase statewide by $1.1B next year only if state lawmakers bow to pressure from Governor Cuomo to approve a series of education reforms he put forward last week. If Legislators fail to do so, the Governor has proposed no increase in aid to the state’s public schools in 2015-16 or in 2016-17. This two-year ‘hostage situation’ on our State Aid was not fully apparent at ‘first blush’ in the Governor’s presentation.

I first learned that School Aid would be used as a pawn in the state budget process when, during his address, Governor Cuomo said his proposed $1.1 billion increase in aid to education would shrink to $377M if he did not get his way.

As I have further ‘unpacked’ the Governor’s message we now know that the Executive Budget language shows there would be zero increase in aid above current levels if the Legislature does not respond as instructed by Governor Cuomo.

What are the reforms that Governor Cuomo is pushing?

Initiatives include: • an overhaul of the existing APPR teacher evaluation law; • changes to tenure requirements; • expansion of the cap on charter schools; • a new turnaround process for the stateÕ s lowest performing schools; and • expansion of Pre-K programs.

Until the State Legislature approves these measures, Cuomo has directed his Division of Budget to withhold any school aid runs (the district-by-district aid estimates which are traditionally released shortly after the GovernorÕ s budget is presented). ItÕ s quite possible, then, that ELCSD will not have a firm view of our total budget picture until April 1st. Prior to this year, we could always use the initial State Aid figures as a starting point in our own budget process.

Now, however, at least 50 percent of our schoolÕ s revenues are being held hostage Ð thus leaving ELCSD to create a budget that is subject to the whim of one (1) elected official, our Governor.

Governor Cuomo did not address the Gap Elimination Adjustment (GEA) in his proposed 2015-16 budget. The GEA is the mechanism through which the Governor has diverted promised public school funding over the last several years to meet other budget priorities; Governor Paterson initiated the move in 2010. Since then, Elizabethtown-Lewis CSD has lost more than $2M in state aid.

Across the Empire State, public schools have lost more than $9 billion, money that has instead been used to balance the state budget.

At their November 2014 meeting, our School Board adopted a

Resolution calling for an end to the Gap Elimination Adjustment.

At their December meeting, the School Board adopted a set of Advocacy Priorities to advance our school districtÕ s interests Ð Advocacy Priority #1 calls for an end to the Gap Elimination Adjustment.

I have shared both the November Resolution and Advocacy Priorities with our local lawmakers.

Governor CuomoÕ s proposed budget will make a challenging annual process even more difficult for public schools. At ELCS, we strive to build a budget that balances the needs of students with the communityÕ s ability to fund that education Ð however, the GovernorÕ s actions will be keeping us guessing as to whether we will receive additional aid or be relieved of our GEA burden. State Aid from Albany represents 50% of the revenue our District needs to operate.

I hope the New York State Assembly and Senate will use common sense in addressing crucial funding for public schools and the 1.6 million students they serve throughout New York State.

I have every confidence that in such a supportive community, our Board of Education, along with our Leadership and instructional teams, will be able to overcome these very unusual circumstances and continue to deliver educational excellence to the students of Elizabethtown-Lewis CSD. Please call upon me should you have questions, and I hope youÕ ll consider attending a Board of Education meeting to stay informed and share your opinion.

With Lion Pride, Scott Osborne, Superintendent, ELCS

Guest Viewpoint

What happens if we lose charitable giving tax incentives?

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e live in a generous country. Americans gave over $335 billion to charity last year, and the nonprofit sector had more than $3 trillion in assets. Generous people love to get involved, volunteer, and support good causes.

Federal tax laws encourage individuals and families to give to charitable organizations, but these incentives are at risk.

The Council on Foundation anticipates the 2015 Congress will continue to focus on reducing the federal budget deficit through spending cuts, entitlement reforms, and changes to the tax code.

The president, senators, representatives, bipartisan commissions, and think tanks have all put forward plans to address these issues, and many propose changing the charitable giving incentive one way or another.

No one knows the true impact that any of these proposals will have on the ability of organizations to raise the resources needed to provide the programs and services that fulfill their missions and often times do what government canÕ t or wonÕ t do.

A recent BarronÕ s article details Congressional attention on commercial donor advised fund gifts which confirms, “Contributions have grown nearly 200% since 2009. No other part of the philanthropic world is expanding so rapidly.Ó The argument is made that commercial giving accounts should be subject to at least the same 5% minimum payouts that private foundations are required to distribute each year. One proposal calls for all money contributed to a donor advised fund to be paid out within five years.

Our community foundation peers across the country reacted swiftly, saying that the proposal would Ò potentially reduce overall giving sustainability,Ó would Ò drive many wealthy donors to start private foundations,Ó and would Ò add administrative bur-

dens to community foundations and other donor advised fund sponsors.Ó Donor advised funds help increase the impact of charitable giving and build access to long-term philanthropic resources in our communities, allowing assets to be used to address immediate needs or support future development. During the Great Recession, these funds allowed Adirondack Foundation to sustain charitable giving region-wide. That has been important to the community service organizations that rely heavily on voluntary contributions.

Community foundations typically offer both flexible and endowed donor advised funds. Endowed, or permanent, funds play a unique role in rural America, especially the Adirondacks, because of the limited donors, corporations, foundations and other charitable sources. That is not likely to change. Individuals and families are the primary donors here. Adirondack Foundation is working hard to build a permanent pool of assets that will be here working in our communities for generations. We understand the charitable needs and opportunities of our community and provide long-term stewardship of our donorÕ s gifts.

Adirondack Foundation will be closely tracking any proposals related to charitable giving, especially through donor advised funds. As the politics around tax reform unfold, we will keep you informed. We believe it is essential that our communities become more networked, linking individual donors, nonprofit organizations, businesses, religious institutions, and local and state government officials together. Adirondack Foundation is uniquely positioned to create these linkages, to leverage impact and create a nuanced understanding of how to position local concerns in a world that will look, feel, and operate very differently.

Adirondack Foundation excels at creating networks, linking donors, nonprofits, religious organizations, municipalities, businesses, and more. We are miles apart from commercial gift funds, working as we do on a personal level to support Adirondack communities.

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LOCAL VS. COMMERICIAL There are significant differences between commercial donor advised funds and donor advised funds offered by organization like Adirondack Foundation.

Adirondack Foundation is one of over 750 community foundations in the U.S. with a cumulative $66 billion in assets.

We are a public charitable foundation that receives gifts from a broad base of sources, and manages them as a family of funds under community oversight primarily for the benefit of the Adirondack region, although grants are made across the country. Adirondack Foundation has a reputation of working with individuals and families to bring their mission to life and ensure their wishes are followed, even after they are gone. All supporting fees go directly to sustain a local organization that hires local people investing in the Adirondack community.

Assets at commercial gift funds, such as Fidelity and Vanguard, swelled to $54 billion last year. Many Adirondack residents have a commercial gift fund, which are characterized by a low cost and efficient transactional process without offering other philanthropic services. The administrative and investment fees go directly to large corporate entities.

Letters to the Editor

Enjoyed editorial To the Editor: IÕ m writing this letter in regard to your editorial Ò Eat well, eat local.Ó IÕ ve always thought that eating local, healthy, organic foods from the area was more expensive than the occasional grocery shopping trip to Price Chopper and Walmart.

This was a very refreshing editorial to read.

The most eye-opening part of the editorial was the actual cost we would have to pay throughout time if we donÕ t change our eating habits. Ò According to Harvard University School of Public Health, obesity-related conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure cardiovascular disease cost the US $190 billion in 2005.

On a more individual level, people with those health problems average $1,429 to $2,741 more in medical costs per year.Ó Compared to a $100 healthy shopping list instead of a $50 general grocery list, that doesnÕ t seem as bad as potential hospital bills and extra medication.

Again, great editorial!

Teah Dowling, Au Sable Forks

Message to Supervisors To the Editor: I sent the following message to the Essex County Supervisors last week: Ò It is ironic that an editorial board of a private newspaper, which values a free press and freedom of expression, would urge a blacklisting of Protect the Adirondacks by other newspapers because they disagree with ProtectÕ s views. Happily and to their

credit, Denton Publications retracted the editorial admitting it was ill-considered.

The Essex County Supervisors decided to endorse the retracted Denton Publication editorial when they did not have to get involved. But once you did you seem to have lost track of the fact that you did so as Ò stateÓ actors, that is as government actors, not as private citizens. And that, unlike the retracted Denton editorial, directly implicates the First Amendment. It may be that many supervisors did not take time to reflect on the implications of their endorsement although you were not under pressure of a deadline. But with time to reflect I hope you too will retract your endorsement of the retracted editorial and use this episode as a reminder of what the First Amendment stands for: that in a free society speech can combat speech. Suppression must not.Ó On behalf of the Supervisors, Randy Douglas replied: Ò Mrs. Clague Thank you for sharing your concerns. We will not be retracting our resolution. All my colleagues that have spoken to me about this issue are definitely not in favor of such action,Ó Ñ Randy Douglas Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman.Ó Denton Publications had the courage to admit to the poor judgment expressed in the original editorial. Essex County Supervisors do not admit to a mistaken judgment. It is shocking to me how shallow is support for freedom of expression on the part of our elected officials.

“Educational Initiatives” not ambitious and not for kids To the Editor: In reading the Adirondack JournalÕ s article on Lt Gov. HochulÕ s visit (Ò Lt. Gov. Hochul visits Glen Falls to unveil CuomoÕ s new initiativesÓ ), you gave a misleading report regarding CuomoÕ s Ò Eductional Initiative.Ó In reality, his proposal and his history regarding NYS schools since he was elected governor are a camoflaged dismantling of our school systems. He proposes 50% of a teacherÕ s evaluation be based on student scores on the state tests that have never been shown to fairly assess student progress.

In fact, he has cut aid to schools so much that half of our schools are being asked to do more with LESS aid than they received in 2008. Research shows a clear correlation between economic levels and degree of student success, yet no effort has been made to bolster poor districts. When the state budget was tight, money was taken from schools. Despite a court order to make aid equitable, our state has never given the overdue funds to our schools. Charter schools do NOT have better student outcome.... they just steal money from our public schools.

Parents should be incensed by Gov. CuomoÕ s disguised plan to destroy one of the best school systems in the country.

Judy Beers, Lake George

Monique Weston Clague, Keene EditorÕ s note: Denton Publications did not retract the original editorial as some have misrepresented, but rather our publisher was concerned that the message got lost in the negative tone. We also did not urge censorship or use the word “blacklist.” We stand by our right to voice our opinion regarding Protect the Adirondacks and still have concerns with the way the organization impedes reasonable development in the Adirondacks with the use of litigation.

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Willsboro Central kids to present “Cinderella” this weekend

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com WILLSBORO Ñ Jennifer Moore cued up her smartphone, pressed play and for the fifth time that afternoon, dozens of children began streaming on stage to the strains of Ò Bibbidi-BobbidiBoo.Ó The goal?

Get all 63 pint-sized actors singing at a consistent speed before FridayÕ s premiere of Willsboro CentralÕ s adaptation of Ò Cinderella.Ó Each year, the district selects an elementary production designed to foster widespread youngÕ un accessibility.

Following last yearÕ s successful production of Ò Winnie the Pooh,Ó Director Derrick Hopkins turned his sights toward a classic Disney performance.

The 30-minute play is tailored for pre-K through the sixth grade. Ò You have to do things in small bursts and quickly,Ó he said. Ò Just enough to get them introduced to theater and choreography.Ó Production is bare bones, with just a simple rented backdrop.

“With 63 kids, you don’t have a place to put the set,” said Hopkins, Ò and there would be no place to put the kids.Ó Pre-K through second graders have been designated as extra mice Ñ theyÕ re the ones who were streaming out in a conga line during Ò Bibbidi-Bobbidi-BooÓ Ñ while the older students have been given marquee billing.

Mallory Arnold has been cast as the Fairy Godmother. Ò ItÕ s a really fun role,Ó she said, noting her sparkly costume.

The Wicked Stepmother will be played by a boy, Reagan Arnold, who said he was excited about playing a woman for the first time. Ò ItÕ s going to be really fun,Ó he said.

This marks the sixth-graderÕ s eleventh production following previous stints as a lost boy in Ò Peter PanÓ and Ò a lot of funny roles.Ó He cited a line from memory: “Girls! What’s going on? Oh, I should have guessed Ñ Cinderella, you really must learn to be more careful!Ó Abigail Bruno is taking on the role of Pearla, one of CindyÕ s mice pals. Ò TheyÕ re kinda like CinderellaÕ s best friends,Ó she said.

Pearla has three lines, but is Ò pretty much singing every song except for the one Cinderella sings.Ó Jenna Ford will play the eponymous role. Ò IÕ m happy, excited,Ó she said.

This is FordÕ s eighth production, making her a seasoned vet.

SheÕ s been practicing lines with her Dad. Ò I was a little nervous at the beginning, but then I felt more comfortable,Ó she said. Ò ThatÕ s how I usually feel.Ó

Willsboro Central’s “Cinderella”: Friday, Feb. 6 and Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. $5 general admission, free for children under five.

But itÕ s not all puppy dogs and rainbows for Cinderella, mainly due to her wicked stepsisters. Ò We make Cinderella do all the chores,Ó said Jayce Trow. Ò TheyÕ re mean to her.Ó Ò ItÕ s kinda weird because weÕ re friends,Ó said Ford.

Lydia Dalachovik will portray the other mean stepsister. Ò I run into her,Ó she said.

“She makes fun of me,” confirmed Ford.

The stepsisters are also mean to the Prince, who is played by

Keegan Welch.

While dancing with Cinderella, the wicked pair knock him over. Ò And I have to bow to the narrators,Ó he added.

Perhaps one of the only principal actors to escape their wrath is King Robby Drollett. Ò At the dance, I basically encourage the prince to get a young lady to dance and marry him,Ó he explained. Ò But heÕ s not interested in any ladies until Cinderella walks in.Ó

Students at Willsboro Central have been working diligently to prepare for this weekend’s adaptation of “Cinderella.” Sixty-kids will participate in the half-hour play, which is directed by Derrick Hopkins, with music coordinated by Jennifer Moore. Pictured above is Abigail Bruno.

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Hannah Kearney From page 1

cheered and a network video camera zoomed in for that first reaction to her score.

It was, perhaps, the last time Kearney would stand at the bottom of WhitefaceÕ s Wilderness trail waiting for the judgesÕ numbers. The freestyle skier, the sportsÕ most talented and dominant over the decade, is most likely on her retirement tour through the International Ski Federation (FIS) World Cup circuit.

Kearney finished in second place, just a fraction of a point behind Canada’s Justine Dufour-Lapointe, 86.86 to 86.43. The third-place finisher, Andi Naude of Canada, was nowhere near the two with a 76.51. Ò I skied pretty well, I think each run got a little bit better,Ó said Kearney. Ò It would have been nice to be a bit smoother and faster in the middle section. I think thatÕ s probably what cost me.Ó There are three components to scoring in freestyle moguls.

First, form through the bumps and turns, making up 60 percent of the score. Twenty percent for air, or the difficulty and execution of the jumps, and finally, 20 percent for time. DufourLapointe just edged Kearney in turns, 53.6 to 53.3, but Kearney made up for it with a 15.12-14.74 margin in jumps. In the end, Dufour-LapointeÕ s speed, less than half a second faster, gave her the edge. Ò Hopefully I put on a good show for my family, so it was fun,Ó said Kearney. Ò ItÕ s always fun.Ó Kearney, of course, would have rather been atop the podium, a position sheÕ s been accustomed to over the years. Through last season, she’s been on the FIS World Cup podium 66 times. Fortythree of those finishes were in first place.

The Vermont skier has plenty more hardware to go along with years of winning consistency. SheÕ s been in three Winter Olym-

2015 DEC camper scholarships available RAY BROOK Ñ The Lake Champlain Chapter of Trout Unlimited will again provide scholarships for interested young men and women 11 to 17 years old to attend DECÕ s popular summer camp program.

The camps, located at Camp Colby, Pack Forest, DeBruce and Rushford, provide a great opportunity to learn more about the environment and have fun in the summer.

Campers enjoy a week of summer fun and conservation education conducted by DECÕ s well-qualified counselors.

The scholarships pay all costs to attend. Parents provide transportation to and from the camps for the oneweek sessions which are conducted in July and August.

The scholarships are a memorial to Sam Thuesen and Dennis Aprill, outstanding educators, leaders and anglers who devoted their lives to the North Country, and use private funds provided by Trout Unlimited and the Siberian Rod and Gun Club to assist in youth conservation education.

In announcing this yearÕ s scholarships, Chapter President Derrick Miller said, Ò WeÕ re proud to continue this wonderful program. For all who attend, itÕ s a great experience. For some, it is a lifechanging event.Ó To apply, send a one-page letter telling why you want to go to camp to Gretchen Comfort, 749 Norrisville Road, Schuyler Falls NY 12985 by March 15.

The scholarships are limited to first-time attendees only.

Please include age, school, phone number and email address.

For more information for campers and parents, visit dec. ny.gov.education or Google Ò DEC Summer Camps.Ó

TD Bank to collect food for ACAP KEESEVILLE Ñ February is National Canned Food Month. TD Bank at 1744 Main Street is collecting nonperishable food items for the ACAP Essex County Food Shelf.

www.valleynewsadk.com pics -- ‘06, ‘10 and ‘14 -- and has come away from them with gold and bronze medals. On top of that, six World Championships medals, including golds in 2005 in Ruka and 2013 in Voss.

Going back to the World Cup, she has five moguls titles, or crystal globes, and three more in the overall, a title given to the best athlete across all the freestyle ski sports. The moguls mark puts her tied for most in the discipline while her overall wins are tied for second, behind only Swiss combined athlete Conny Kissling, whose nine may stand the test of time.

In terms of accolades, the list could continue, but the point is clear Ñ that Kearney, who will turn 29 this February, will leave the sport as, many would argue, the best thereÕ s been. Of course, thatÕ s part of why retirement can be so challenging for athletes of that caliber. Ò That is the plan,Ó said Kearney of making this season her last. Ò IÕ m careful never to make any grand plans because you see a lot of athletes come out of what they claim to be retirement. Ò This is most likely my last time competing in Lake Placid,Ó she said, adding she believed the Jan. 29 event was her 14th at the mountain.

Though from Norwich, Vt., Lake Placid has been a home away from home for Kearney. For the past five years, she’s trained at the Olympic Jumping Complex, tallying thousands of summer jumps into the pool. Kearney called Whiteface, the closest World Cup stop to home, Ò pretty much home to me as a competition venue.Ó Ò I have to bring my summer family here,Ó she added. Ò ItÕ s really fun.Ó After Whiteface, Kearney planned to go home for a few days before heading to the next stop at Val St. Come in Quebec, Canada. Then, Japan, followed by France in what the FIS, in its 201415 season preview, called Ò an extended victory lapÓ for Kearney: Ò The moguls world now knows it will be treated to an extended victory lap from an athlete who will, like Alex Bilodeau on the

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menÕ s side, go down in history as one of the greatest to ever ski on the Freestyle World Cup,Ó reads the organizationÕ s website.

It will likely be a tight finish for Kearney. After the Lake Placid moguls, she stood in second in the standings behind DufourLapointe, trailing in points 385-326. Dufour-Lapointe and her sister, Chloe, went one-two in the Sochi Olympics last winter.

Though it will certainly be a battle for the top spot, an air of focus and competitiveness surrounds Kearney. ItÕ s what made her an all-time great, and also what will make stepping away so hard come seasonÕ s end. Ò You just want to go up and do it one more time,Ó said Kearney after her final run at Whiteface. “That’s why retirement is almost impossible, because you’re just never satisfied as an athlete, but thatÕ s my job.Ó

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Big Tupper From page 1

thatÕ s been rubbed raw by tectonic shifts in the economy that have left many wondering if their best days are behind them.

TheyÕ re not.

HISTORY Alongside logging, the ski biz once played a crucial role in the townÕ s economy.

Originally owned by the town when it opened in the early 1960s, Big Tupper flitted back and forth between public and private ownership before it went down for good in 1999.

The door was locked and everything preserved in time.

With it came the end of an era. Ò It was a culture this town had that was awesome,Ó said Mozdzier.

Canadians held 65 percent of seasonal passes. They bought homes, rented apartments and kept local restaurants and motels flush with cash.

For 40 years, the resort also instilled a unique set of shared cultural experiences amongst local children.

Parents dropped kids off in the morning and collected them in the late-afternoon.

Since everyone knew everyone, resort staff became like a big family.

The infrastructure, too, lent itself to all-ages outings because every trail led back to the base, making it nearly impossible to get lost, noted Operations Coordinator Tom Sciacca. Ò This is a good mountain, a great family mountain,Ó said ski patrolman Ted Merrihew.

Skiing in general, said Tom Sciacca, promotes a culture of respect and independence. Ò They take care of themselves and respect others,Ó he said. Ò It forms a sense of community that doesnÕ t exist elsewhere Ñ it stands out as a tremendous asset for the raising of children.Ó That culture took a hit with the closure. Ò It was a missing piece in this community,Ó said Bencze. Ò We had youth growing up without knowing.Ó RENOVATION The resort, which sits at a base elevation of 2,000 feet and boasts a 1,151-foot vertical drop, began to return to the earth.

“When we first started cleaning up, it looked like something out of a zombie movie,Ó said Sciacca, citing wild and untamed trails.

In the lodge, the carpet moldered, windows shattered and plants began to poke through the flooring.

“I called it the ‘indoor putting green,’” laughed LaMere.

Recovery came in stages.

The first year, one section was opened; then, after months of pruning and chopping undergrowth by hand, a second section was revealed the following year, while the third revived the snack bar and concessions stand.

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Current usable area is now doubled since that first day in 2009. Ò Countless hours is what got us here,Ó said Sciacca, who also lauded Titus Mountain for their exhaustive efforts, from lift training and unwavering pledges of support. Ò TheyÕ ve been our sister mountain,Ó added Bencze.

Within the community, the effects of the resortÕ s resurgence have rippled.

Businesses note an uptick in customers when the resort is open, said LaMere, while residents bask in an overall buzz.

LaMere said the principal at Tupper Lake Central even reported a noticeable drop in drug and alcohol use in those early years, which he attributed to students using Friday night as a respite before hitting the slopes early the next morning.

UPHILL CLIMB Despite the success story, challenges remain, even with an allvolunteer staff.

It costs about $100,000 to run the resort once costs like insurance are included, among other complicated financial formulas. Ò WeÕ re a no frills operation,Ó said Bencze.

Standalone ski areas are difficult to run these days because the overhead is so high, added Sciacca, particularly when faced with a lack of real estate to help finance capital improvements that will help increase the clientele and diversify activities to foster an all-year operation.

And of course, thereÕ s the reliance on natural snow, a heavy factor in these mercurial times.

An initial big dump of two feet is needed to launch the season.

“It’s really difficult to make some executive decisions completely not knowing what the weather is going to bring us,Ó admitted Bencze. Ò WeÕ ve gone by the skin of our teeth for many seasons.Ó (But, added volunteers, owing to the north-facing summit, snow lasts longer when it does come due to the lack of direct sunlight).

And although fundraising and donations have dropped in recent years as local merchants and businesses have collectively tightened their belts, Big Tupper has shifted to one-off events, like last yearÕ s Snowball Gala, designed bring in considerable donations.

SNOWBALLING This winter, the Big Tucker crew hopes to keep momentum rolling.

Weather permitting, the resort will be open on weekends Ñ including Fridays Ñ and holidays, including the upcoming PresidentÕ s Day Weekend.

Volunteers are always welcome, including those to help groom trails during the off-season.

Ten are needed to man the lifts, with total numbers up to 25, including patrollers, depending on whatÕ s open.

Two four-hour shifts are available, with free lift access thrown in as a perk.

Equipment rental is available on-site, said Bencze, and no

child will be turned away for reasons of affordability. Ò WeÕ ve had overwhelming, tremendous support from the community,Ó she said.

LaValley said If you ever want to measure commitment of the volunteers, look into their eyes.

“When we first started the re-opening effort, it was overwhelming the number of people who stepped forward to help,Ó he said. “After five years, the volunteers continue to amaze and itÕ s such a great experience to be involved in this grassroots effort.Ó The experience has been life-changing, says the team. Ò This has been one of the best experiences of my life,Ó said Bencze. Ò I have met some of my best friends up here.Ó Lift Operator Dale Reandeau cited watching grandparents bring their grandchildren to the place where they cut their teeth several generations before. Ò You can see it on faces as theyÕ re getting off the lift.Ó LaMere recalled an anecdote of a small child as she left the Mighty Mite beginnerÕ s trail and headed towards the lift: Ò It was late in the day and little girl just started skiing the weekend before,Ó he recalled. Ò She was literally dragging her mother to the lift for one last run — ‘Come on, Mom! Just one more!Õ Ñ it was a million dollar moment to see that.Ó The group sat silently for a moment.

“Would I do it again?” said LaMere. “Absolutely. Am I crazy?

Absolutely.Ó

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Sweet Adelines ready to serenade

County soil and water to assist landowners

PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Champlain Valley Sweet Adelines will be delivering Singing Valentines in Plattsburgh and the surrounding area (within 25 miles) Friday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb. 14. The chorus members will go to homes, places of work, restaurants or anywhere to sing to a loved one or friend in four-part harmony. Each sweetheart receives two love songs, a stuffed animal, assorted chocolates and a digital picture of the event for $45. Should someone wish to send a telephone Valentine greeting to a long-distance love, the price for a phone serenade is $15.

To arrange for a Valentine surprise, contact Esther at 561-3715.

WESTPORT Ñ The Essex County Soil and Water Conservation District will be assisting agricultural landowners with completion of Soil Group worksheets for agricultural exemption. The exemptions are for qualifying landowners earning $10,000 or more per year from their agricultural operation. Landowners making changes to current qualifying parcels need to have updated worksheets for acreage and ownership changes. Agricultural landowners should first contact their local assessor to determine eligibility. Contact the District office at 962-8225 or email at essexswcd@westelcom.com for a new or updated Soil Group worksheet before the deadline Sunday, March 1.

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New grant program offers support for daycare providers LAKE PLACID Ñ Adirondack Foundation is now offering grants to daycare providers in the northern Adirondack region.

Small Grants for Small Children, part of Adirondack FoundationÕ s Birth to Three (BT3) project, offers grants ranging from $100 to $500 for daycare centers or daycare providers to enhance and support their work. The grants will be made through the Adirondack Community Action Program and the Childcare Coordinating Council of the North Country.

Grants are available only to providers that serve children aged birth to three. Those who serve older children in addition to birth to three are still eligible to apply.

Grants will be made for professional training, travel expenses for training, equipment to enhance day care offerings, tools for enrichment and engagement, and other needs. This program will not support the purchase of containment equipment nor can it grant scholarships for families using daycare.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

To learn more, visit generousact.org/granting/apply-grant/generous-acts-fund/smallgrants-small-children.

The BT3 project envisions high quality early care for all Adirondack children ages 0 to 3 years that provides a better chance at success in life, from the very beginning. To learn more,

visit https://www.generousact.org/leading/ birth-three-bt3.

This grant is made possible with partnership from the Cloudsplitter Foundation, Chapel Hill Foundation, AdkAction, the Grabe Family

Foundation and the McLanahan Family Fund, If you have questions on how to apply, please contact Program Officer Andrea Grout at 518-523-9904 or andrea@generousact.org.

Democratic committee endorses Barrett ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ The Essex County Democratic Committee unanimously endorsed Brian Barrett for Essex County Judge last night and we were all impressed with the articulate message delivered by Barrett. His desire, commitment, experience and ideas were all the persuasive factors in our decision to support him. Most impressive is his concern for alternative solutions to unclog court case loads, deliver fair sentences, and assign cases locally when possible to save expense to the county taxpayers and keep the money in Essex County.

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s I pen this weekÕ s column on a cold Feb. 1 morning, there is a slight chill in the air. The thermometer reads -8 F, and a stiff wind is blowing in hard from the west. The sun is shining and the scene is idilic.

Ice crystals twinkle and shimmer in the golden light of the rising sun. Feb. 2 is the official date of Groundhog Day. As the day dawned across the Adirondacks, there was over a foot of snow covering the ground, and the lakes and ponds were socked in with nearly two feet of ice.

According to the accepted folklore, if it is a cloudy day when the furry little creature emerges from its burrow on Groundhog Day, spring will arrive early.

However, if it is a sunny day, and the groundhog sees its shadow while wandering about, it will return to its burrow, and wait out the winter weather which can be expected to persist for an additional six weeks.

ItÕ s unlikely any of the furry little creatures managed to see their shadows on Groundhog Day in the Adirondacks, as their view was likely clouded by the foggy steam of their own breath.

When I finally managed to roll out of my burrow this morning, it was 10 below, with blowing snow and a wind chill of -20. I wanted to return to my burrow immediately, sun or no sun.

However, it is very important to note the necessity of getting out during the winter months, which are among the darkest and dreariest of the year.

Sunlight has a much greater effect on the human psyche than most people realize. The ‘winter blues’ is a term that has traditionally been used to describe the currently recognized medical malady of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

In fact, many medical professionals stress the importance of getting as much direct sunlight as possible during the winter months.

It can be a mood changer, as exposure to sunlight kick-starts the production of endorphins in the brain, which help to elevate your mood.

Exposure to the sun is also necessary for internal organs as kidneys to function and sweat, which allows toxins to escape the body,

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while the cardiovascular system is boosted by healthy levels of sun exposure.

Moderate sun exposure can also offer temporary relief from arthritis and scientists have argued that maintaining a slight tan all year round can help boost our immune systems.

With the availability of a wealth of winter recreational opportunities throughout the region, there is simply no reason to remain stuck inside.

Whether you ski, sled, ride, climb, skate, toss snowballs or simply sit outside and breathe the fresh air, the only sure way to chase the winter blues away is to get outside and allow them to escape. If you donÕ t get up, and get out, it will be almost impossible to shake them out of your system.

It appears Annie finally got her gun

According to a recent study commissioned by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the number of women owning firearms and participating in target shooting and hunting has soared.

The study, conducted in 2014, focused on women ages 18 to 65 who owned at least one firearm. Over a third of women in the study were new gun owners, having purchased their first firearm within the last three years.

This group of new gun owners, who are primarily between the ages of 18 and 34, reflects the changing demographics among women in choosing their own firearm’s colors.

There has also been a comparable rise in female participation in archery, which is the growth leader among all shooting sports.

More than half of women (55.6 percent) participating in the survey indicated they intend to purchase at least one firearm in the next 12 months.

That finding and many others reflect the growing popularity of firearms ownership by women, who represent the fastest growing segment of the shooting sports industry.

The womenÕ s market has become a major force in the industry, and manufacturers, retailers and shooting ranges are rapidly redesigning their products and services to satisfy womenÕ s tastes and needs.

Growth of the women’s market is quite visible among firearms retailers. In NSSFÕ s Annual Retailer Survey, more than 74 percent of retailers reported an increase in women customers in their stores in 2013 over 2012.

The report indicates the most commonly owned firearm by women in the study is a semiautomatic pistol, with 56 percent of women reporting they owned at least one.

Valley News - Tri Lakes Edition • February 7, 2015 | 11 Shotguns ranked second, with 50 percent of women owning at least one.

Women say their purchases are mainly influenced by fit, quality and practicality.

Women purchasing a gun in the last 12 months spent on average $870 on firearms and more than $400 on accessories.

The majority of women report they were not driven to buy a gun on an impulse, but rather they considered their purchase and researched the options for months before deciding.

Nearly all women (95 percent) have tried target shooting, and more than half (58 percent) have hunted.

More than 42 percent of women have a concealed carry permit for their state of residence and nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of them reported having taken at least one firearms training class.

According to the National Sporting Goods Association, female engagement in target shooting grew 60 percent to 5.4 million participants between 2001 and 2013, and was up 85 percent for hunting to 3.3 million participants during that same period.

Placing a premium on safety, women say the single most important reason why they decided to purchase or own a firearm is protection, for both personal and home protection.

Home security is often mentioned as a motivating factor, especially in south Florida where many gun ranges provide self defense classes in ‘Urban Shotgunning.’

However, personal protection is not always the sole motivation.

Many women also want to learn how to hunt and enjoy shooting with friends and family.

The report indicates women are attracted to shooting activities such as practical pistol, clay target shooting, long-range shooting and plinking.

While the efforts of anti-gun lobbyists continue to focus attention on the negative factors of firearms; it is important to note that the rapid rise in female participation in shooting sport activities such as skeet, sporting clays, 3-D archery as well as the National Archery In the Schools Program has ben responsible for empowering an entire generation of girls and women to take their rightful place at the firing line, whether at the table or in the field.

Northern Challenge 2015

Tupper Lake will again be the site of the popular Northern Challenge ice fishing derby hosted on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015.

Registration fee for the event is $35 which provide participants with a chance to win over $33,000 in money and prizes, which makes the Northern Challenge one of the largest fishing derbies in the North Country.

Prizes include 4-wheelers, $6,400 in cash, and $6,500 in miscellaneous prizes. Last year’s event featured five 50-50 drawings with an average $1900 in prize money.

The event is based on catch and release principles, and all fish caught are considered property of event organizers, to be returned to the waters after weigh-in.

NYSDEC fishing regulations apply and all tip-ups must be tagged. For further information, please visit their website at Tupper Lake Rod and Gun Club.

Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook. Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.

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Patraw, Reeve lead Red Storm past Blue Bombers

Shutout, late goal help Saranac Lake girls’ hockey team to playoff win

By Andrew Johnstone

andrew@denpubs.com Saranac Lake 1, Lake Placid 0 LAKE PLACID Ñ A late breakaway goal by Danielle Patraw and a stellar game in net by Lindsay Reeve propelled the Red Storm past the Blue Bombers 1-0 in the Upstate Girls Hockey League regional quarterfinals Jan. 27.

Lake Placid peppered Reeve with shots all night, putting 30 on net to Saranac LakeÕ s 10, but a line change turnover with just over three minutes to play made all the difference.

Patraw, no stranger to game-winning goals, took the puck near her own blue line and was off, ultimately getting a one-on-one with Bombers keeper Tanner Stanton.

She buried it, and the crowd behind the Red Storm (5-11-1) bench in the 1932 Rink erupted.

The game, however, wasnÕ t over as Saranac Lake had to withstand a furious Lake Placid attack as they played with an empty net.

Reeve, however, wouldnÕ t be denied the shutout in net as she turned away a handful of desperation shots and the Red Storm defense held on to win. Ò Lindsay Reeve played another great game,Ó said Saranac Lake head coach William Peer. Ò ReeveÕ s 30 saves were key in the Red Storm shut out victory.Ó

Red Storm goalie Lindsay Reeve stares down the puck before making one of her 30 saves against the Blue Bombers in the Upstate Girls Hockey League regional quarterfinal Jan. 27. Reeve’s shutout in net and a late score by Danielle Patraw helped Saranac Lake to the 1-0 playoff win.

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Ò We had great effort and energy and held up well in our defensive zone,Ó he added. Ò Lindsay Reeve and Danielle Patraw came through for us again tonight to help get the win.Ó

Bill Ward, head coach of the Blue Bombers, had more of the same to say about the Red Storm goalie. Ò Lindsay played well and came up with

some big saves,Ó said Ward. Ò We put tremendous pressure on Saranac Lake late with the extra attacker but just couldnÕ t tie it up.Ó PatrawÕ s game-winner was her third of the season. On Dec. 23, she scored an overtime goal to give the Red Storm their first win of the season, a 3-2 victory over the same Blue Bombers squad they topped in the playoffs.

She also broke a 0-0 third-period tie against Salmon River on Jan. 21 to give the team a 1-0 victory.

Through the game ended with just a single point scored, neither team was without its chances.

Saranac Lake knocked on the door early on when Kate Stevens picked off a pass near center ice and got out in front of the Lake Placid defense. Stanton, however, was ready and got her left foot in front of the puck at the corner of the net.

Stanton made nine saves overall while Emily Barney stopped one shot for the Bombers in 1:11 of play.

The Blue Bombers had three power play opportunities and continually threatened the Red Storm on the offensive end throughout the game, but Reeve’s final line of defense held tight. Ò It was an excellent hockey game,Ó said Ward.

Lake Placid, which started the season strong, had scoring troubles down the stretch and finished 6-12-2.

The Red Storm lost in the semifinal to Beekmantown, the eventual champion that is now preparing for the final four in Buffalo.

The Week In Review

Boys’ basketball Westport 49, Lake Placid 48 LAKE PLACID Ñ Sam Napper scored 15 points the Eagles picked up a one-point road win over the Blue Bombers on Jan. 29.

Westport, which trailed by two at the half before going down six heading into the fourth quarter, used a 12-5 run over the final eight minutes for the tight victory.

Schylar Kurth added 10 points in the win while Anderson Gay and Thomas Mero each scored nine.

Lake PlacidÕ s Tarik Cecunjanin led his team in scoring with 13 points. Jay Reid scored nine, all from behind the arc in the setback.

AuSable Valley 69, Saranac Lake 36 CLINTONVILLE Ñ The Patriots used a hot start to pull away from the Red Storm in their Senior Night win on Jan. 29.

Zach Cosgrove hit three consecutive 3-pointers in the opening minutes as AuSable Valley built a 25-7 lead heading into the second quarter.

Saranac Lake tightened over the next two quarters as AuSable Valley outscored them only 27-23, helped by Mike RiceÕ s 14 points and a string of made baskets after the break.

Come the end, however, the Patriots pulled away. Cosgrove finished with 13 points in the win and Sultan Sikandar scored 10.

Joe Viscardo scored nine points in the setback and Tanner Manning added six.

Saranac Lake was without two players, Gunner Cross and Chaos Rexilius-Tuthill, giving the team a shallow bench.

Girls’ basketball Moriah 38, Lake Placid 17 LAKE PLACID Ñ Madison Stahl scored 15 points and Lauren Cross had 14 more as the Vikings upended the Blue Bombers 3817 on Jan. 27.

The Lake Placid defense did plenty to keep the league-leaders in check, but a 16-5 third quarter allowed Moriah to pull away. Ò I was pleased with our team defense tonight,Ó said Blue Bombers head coach Jeff Potter. Ò Our girls played aggressive and worked extremely hard against a very talented Moriah team.Ó Lauren Rossi paced Lake Placid with six points, five rebounds and three steals. Cheyenne Blair had four points, four rebrounds and six steals while Melissa Rath had five boards and three steals to go along with her two points.

Maria Paola and Brenna Garrett got on the scoreboard with two apiece while Kayla Mullins connected on a free throw in the setback.

AuSable Valley 68, Saranac Lake 28 SARANAC LAKE Ñ Madison McCabe and Sydney Snow each scored 16 points and the Patriots topped the Red Storm 68-28 on the road Jan. 30.

AuSable Valley used a 20-4 burst over the first eight minutes to secure a lead they continued to build on, including a 36-12 margin heading into the break.

Mady Rondeau added 12 points in the win and Jenna Manning nine.

Saranac LakeÕ s Melissa Moody led the team with eight points, Tristen Cummings had six and three other players score four in the setback.

Section VII Girls Hockey All-Stars First team forwards

Katie Matott, Beekmantown Kallie Villemaire, Beekmantown Natalie Tulchinsky, Albany Academy

Second team forwards Brittney Miner, Plattsburgh Carissa Kennedy, Lake Placid Jayde Dukette, Lake Placid Clara Giroux, Plattsburgh

First team defense

Maura Mulligan, Albany Academy Kinnan Latremore, Beekmantown

Secont team defense

Mia Kennedy, Lake Placid Issy Lebrun, Plattsburgh Brielle Carnright, Beekmantown

First team goalie

Zoe Shannon, Albany Academy

Second team goalie Lindsay Reeve, Saranac Lake

Player of the year

Katie Matott, Beekmantown

Coach of the year Ray Guay, Beekmantown

Danielle Patraw, Saranac Lake

Boys’ hockey Lake Placid 2, Beekmantown 1 (OT) PLATTSBURGH Ñ With two top-10 teams on the ice, a sudden-death goal couldn’t have been a more fitting ending.

Connor Preston scored on a Chris Williams pass in overtime and the No. 10 Blue Bombers knocked off the No. 1 Eagles in a much-anticipated matchup Jan. 28 at the Plattsburgh Field House.

PrestonÕ s score capped off a come-from-behind win for Lake Placid (12-1-0, 5-0-0), which moved into sole possession of first place in the Champlain Valley Athletic Conference.

Beekmantown (13-1-0, 4-1-0), which had just moved up to take over the stateÕ s top spot in the New York State Sportswriters Association Division II poll, suffered its first loss of the season.

Kyle Constanty gave the Eagles a 1-0 lead just 2:24 into the first period when he scored on a Josh Barriere assist, but the lead would evaporate 50 seconds into the second when Williams tied it up.

Lucas Strack was credited with the assist on the goal.

Neither team would score again for nearly 26 minutes of scoreless play as both goalkeepers stopped over 20 shots.

Tucker Angelopoulos tallied 26 saves on 27 shots for the Blue Bombers while the EaglesÕ Ben Frederick stopped 23 of 25.

It was the first meeting of the season for the two teams. Lake Placid’s only loss so far this season came in its first game, a 2-1 setback to Burnt Hills. Since then the team has rattled off 12 straight.

The two teams will face off again on Feb. 11 at the 32 Rink in Lake Placid.

Lake Placid 3, Plattsburgh 1 PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Blue Bombers overcame a one-point deficit after a period of play by rattling off three unanswered in their win over the Hornets, 3-1, on Jan. 31 in Plattsburgh.

Nate Boule gave Plattsburgh the early lead on an assist by Ryan Whalen, but Lake Placid, coming off a big win over thenNo. 1 Beekmantown, struck early in the second.

First, Chris Williams tied the game on an assist by Connor Preston, and 90 seconds later Sean Moore scored the go-ahead on

assists from Lucas Strack and Jared Smith.

Smith picked up another assist when he set up Ryan Damp for the team’s third and final goal six and a half minutes later.

The Blue Bombers held a 26-19 shot advantage over the Hornets. Kamm Cassidy and Tucker Angelopoulos split time in net, with Cassidy stopping eight of nine for the and Angelopoulous 10-of-10 for the win.

Plattsburgh goalie Dean Dashnaw made 23 saves in the setback.

Saranac Lake 2, Greece Arcadia/Olympia 1 SARANAC LAKE Ñ The Red Storm used a strong shot advantage to pick up a pair of second-period goals on their way to the 2-1 win over Greece Arcadia/Olympia on Jan. 21.

After a scoreless opening period, Saranac LakeÕ s J.B. Chapin put the team up by one just over two minutes into the second, and with just over two left before the third, Matt Kratts put in one more.

Brett Dawson collected the assist on KrattsÕ score.

Greece Arcadia/Olympia picked up a third period goal, but the Red Storm held them to a single point for the win.

Saranac Lake led in shots 34-16 and Justin Farmer picked up the win in net with 15 saves.

Lake Placid 10, Greece Arcadia/Olympia 0 LAKE PLACID Ñ Greece Arcadia/Olympia had a tough trip to the Tri-Lakes.

After a 2-1 setback to Saranac Lake a day prior, they fell be a far bigger margin, 10-0, to Lake Placid on Feb. 1.

Keifer Casler scored three goals for the Blue Bombers while seven other players found the back of the net. CaslerÕ s entire hat trick came in the first period.

The teamÕ s points came from Nzoni Thompson, Sean Moore, Kris Patterson, Connor Preston, Jared Smith, Evan Damp and Dalton Jacques.

Lake Placid scored five goals in the opening period, one in the second, and the rest in the third for the lopsided win. The team led in shots 42-10.

Kamm Cassidy made three saves in the shutout while sharing time with Lewis Collum, who finished with seven stops overall.

Girls’ hockey Beekmantown 4, Saranac Lake 1 CHAZY Ñ Kallie Villemaire scored two goals as the topseeded Eagles earned the Upstate Girls Hockey League regional semifinal win, 4-1, over the Red Storm Jan. 29.

Saranac Lake led early on when Kate Stevens set up Ashley Roddy for a score, but Beekmantown responded with four unanswered.

Kallie Villemaire tied the game on a power play goal later in the period, and in the second Kirsten Villemaire provided the go-ahead score.

Katie Matott added to the lead early in the third period and Kallie Villemaire put in her second with 1:43 to play.

Beekmantown led in shots 38-16 as Taylor Laurin collected the win in net with 15 saves.

Saranac Lake goalie Lindsay Reeve made 34 stops in the setback.

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LEGALS ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF PEAK-AVIEW FARM LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: PEAK-a-View Farm LLC SECOND: The county, within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Essex.

THIRD: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF PEAK-AVIEW FARM LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: PEAK-a-View Farm LLC SECOND: The county, within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Essex.

THIRD: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: Paul Stephens, 152 Morrison RD., Westport, NY 12993 FOURTH: The existence of the limited liability company shall begin upon filing of these Articles of Organization with the Department of State.

I certify that I have read the above statements, I am authorized to sign these Articles of Organization, that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and that my signature typed below constitutes my signature.

Paul Stephens, owner (signature) Paul Stephens, ORGA-

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF PEAK-AVIEW FARM LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: PEAK-a-View Farm LLC SECOND: The county, within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Essex.

THIRD: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: Paul Stephens, 152 Morrison RD., Westport, NY 12993 FOURTH: The existence of the limited liability company shall begin upon filing of these Articles of Organization with the Department of State.

I certify that I have read the above statements, I am authorized to sign these Articles of Organization, that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and that my signature typed below constitutes my signature.

Paul Stephens, owner (signature) Paul Stephens, ORGANIZER 152 Morrison Rd. Westport, NY 12993 VN-01/31-03/07/20156TC-71974 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Westports 2014 Annual Financial Report is complete and available for viewing at the Westport Town Hall.

VN-02/07/2015-1TC72478 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Redline Hockey, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Redline Hockey, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on November 12, 2014, pursuant to Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located in Essex County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, c/o Anderson Byrne LLC, 48 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Redline Hockey, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on November 12, 2014, pursuant to Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located in Essex County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, c/o Anderson Byrne LLC, 48 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute.

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF SOUTH BRAIDLEA FARMS LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/12/15. Office location: Essex County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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