Learn About Composting in the Adirondacks
Join a community composting Q&A over Facebook Live.
Adirondack Black Gold — Nutrient rich compost.
The Cook Farm, a family farm in the Adirondacks practicing regenerative agriculture, is your host for an informative Q&A on composting. They are hosting the event via Facebook Live so that you can attend from anywhere.
Why compost?
The food system is too often a linear process:
When we rely on a linear food system:
An estimated 60 billion pounds of food waste ends up in the landfill each year
Farmers often have to rely on synthetic fertilizer (or organic fertilizer shipped in from afar)
The “start” (growing food) and the “end” (disposing of food waste) are disconnected
This disconnection indicates a broken system. If, instead, we build systems that look more like this:
Several Adirondack communities instituted compost projects, and they’ve delivered tangible results:
166,692 pounds of food waste composted each year (versus winding up in landfills)
22,337 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions prevented each year
7 Community-scale composting sites in the North Country
No one can deny the economic impact of composting. Demand for compost outweighs supply, creating jobs, delivering money to local economies, and more enhanced food and fiber production.
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In this episode of ADK Talks, we climb aboard what we’re calling the Holiday Express and take you on a whirlwind tour of the Adirondacks in the holiday season.
Indian Lake Theater presents classic holiday movies and theatrical performances this December.
If you’ve ever wanted to see the Adirondacks put on a celestial fireworks show, the Geminids are your ticket.
Meet Lake Placid’s oldest — and coziest — inn.
Thinking globally, cooking locally at this foodie favorite in Lake Placid.
In this episode, we explore what it really means to eat locally in the Adirondacks — all year long
The Wild Center transforms its campus into Wild Lights, one of the Adirondack Park’s most enchanting nighttime experiences.
Find true Texas-style brisket, ribs, and smoked meats just north of Lake George.
Thanksgiving weekend in the Adirondacks marks the true beginning of the holiday season.
Kunik triumphs once more: Nettle Meadow Farm receives an International Medal at the 2025 World Cheese Awards.
In this episode, we crack open the ADK Talks mailbag — and our listeners did not hold back.
Your guide to the best 2025 Adirondack Turkey Trots—find the top 5Ks, fun runs, and festive races across the Park.
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Weekender Hotels is rewriting the script on where (and how) we stay in the Adirondacks.
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Discover a gem on the Fulton chain in Inlet, NY.
The Rough Rider rides again—right through the heart of the High Peaks.
A culinary gem south-west of Old Forge that is worth discovering.
Find the best Adirondack events over Halloween weekend. Check out our curated ideas and top recommendations.
In this Halloween-inspired episode, we share more Adirondack ghost stories and paranormal activity.
Visit Origin Coffee in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid for an authentic ADK buzz.
Find the best events this weekend across the Adirondacks. Check out our curated ideas and top recommendations.
In this episode, we sit down with Noah Raymer, Director of Communications for the Lake Placid Film Festival, to explore what makes this long-running North Country tradition so special.
Discover why Town House Lodge in Lake Placid is the ideal centrally-located hotel for all seasons.
Over six miles of trails provide a peaceful experience, opportunities to see wildlife, and year-round enjoyment near Lake George.
Three memorable experiences, one resort in the heart of Lake Placid Village.
Shop the ADK Taste Store for unique gifts, clothing, merchandise and cool stuff.
Looking for the best things to do in the Adirondacks this weekend? We’ve got you covered.