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David Gerrold at The Star Trek Tour | Ticonderoga | October 25, 2025

Saturday, October 25, 2025
11:00 AM 4:00 PM

Star Trek Original Series Set Tour 112 Montcalm Street Ticonderoga, NY, 12883 United States (map)

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The Godfather of Tribbles at the Star Trek Original Series Experience

David Gerrold, the creative genius behind the Tribbles, returns to Ticonderoga on October 25, 2025.

Captain Kirk with Tribbles in the original Star Trek on October 25, 2025. — Who wouldn’t love a Tribble?

While the rest of the world is busy chasing ghosts and goblins, why not spend an afternoon pursuing insights behind theoretical scientific phenomena at the Star Trek Original Series Tour in Ticonderoga?

David Gerrold, the brilliant mind behind the beloved Tribbles and the celebrated writer of the classic Star Trek episode "The Trouble with Tribbles," is set to make another highly anticipated return to the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour in Ticonderoga on October 25, 2025.

This event promises to be an extraordinary experience for fans, as Mr. Gerrold will participate in engaging tours of the iconic Enterprise set, share fascinating insights from his storied career, and sign autographs for attendees.

It's a rare chance to walk the corridors of the legendary starship alongside a true visionary who played a pivotal role in its legacy.

In addition to the unforgettable experience, attendees will have the delightful opportunity to take home their very own Tribble, making this event a must-attend for Star Trek enthusiasts and collectors alike. Don’t miss out on this unique occasion to connect with a titan of sci-fi history.

Editor’s note: We acquired our own animatronic Tribble on our last visit to The Star Trek Original Series Set Tour. It is awesome. Five stars.

Original Tribble on display at the Star Trek Tour in the Adirondacks — An original Tribble prop. Does it resemble the hair-do of a certain political figure?

The Gerrold experience.

David will lead tours at 11 am and 2 pm. Ticket holders for the 2 pm David Gerrold tour are invited to attend a free screening hosted by David on the bridge immediately following the tour.

To participate in the screening, you must purchase a ticket for the 2 pm tour.

Please note that the screening will only occur for the 2 pm David Gerrold tour.

Plan for a total duration of 2 hours for the tour and screening combined.

Visit the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour website to purchase your tickets.

Tribbles: the scourge of the Milky Way galaxy?

I may not consider myself a Trekkie, but I've seen enough episodes of Star Trek to confidently say that "The Trouble with Tribbles" is one of the best episodes of the series. But don’t take my word for it; Entertainment Weekly ranked it #6 of the 10 essential Star Trek original series episodes.

The first appearance of "Tribbles" is in the fifteenth episode of the second season of the original Star Trek series. Written by David Gerrold and directed by Joseph Pevney, this episode first aired on December 29, 1967—also my birthday.

In this delightfully amusing episode, the starship Enterprise arrives at Deep Space Station K7, only to be comically inundated by a swarm of irresistibly fluffy creatures called "Tribbles."

These tiny furballs breed at a rate faster than a replicator on full throttle, turning the station into a scene reminiscent of a chaotic petting zoo.

As the crew tries to manage this furry upheaval, the predicament quickly spirals into a comedic mayhem that leaves even the most composed Vulcans baffled. Hilarity ensues!

As a child, I was captivated by the thrilling adventures of Star Trek, a show that masterfully combines exploration and discovery. The iconic mission of the Starship Enterprise, famously described as "to boldly go where no man has gone before," resonated deeply with my sense of wonder.

Even at a young age, I was enchanted by Star Trek's portrayal of diverse alien civilizations and the crew's unwavering commitment to diplomacy and optimism. Each episode sparked my imagination, fueling dreams of distant worlds and the endless possibilities for connection among different cultures in the vast expanse of space.

If you're a fan of science fiction or interested in the themes of exploration, connection, and cultural diversity, Star Trek remains a timeless source of inspiration.

Star Trek Original Series Tribbles collectibles toy — Tribbles collectible toys.

I must admit, something about the Tribbles made Star Trek feel more accessible to me. I adored the furry, slow-moving, cute, and cooing creatures, and I immediately wanted one of my own. This likely sparked a pre-teen obsession with guinea pigs.

As the story unfolds, the Tribbles are revealed to be a nuisance. Without giving away too much of the plot, they are eventually handled by Chief Engineer Scott, also known as Scotty. He delivers one of television’s most excellent puns at the end of the episode, declaring, "There'll be no tribble at all."