Experience the subtle shift of air as summer bursts into a colorful array of reds, purples and yellows – and watch as the seasons change before your eyes. The Adirondack Region boasts one of the longest fall foliage seasons in the country, providing an incredible getaway for leaf-peepers, hikers...
Lakefront Living
The Importance of a Shoreline Buffer for Lakefront Homes
What is a Shoreline Buffer? In the simplest sense, a shoreline buffer is a vegetative zone along the shoreline of your lakefront home. The presence of plants along the shore buffers or protects the lake by keeping erosion at bay and by filtering contaminated water and/or excessive nutrients that...
Design ideas for outdoor fire pits
Adding a fire pit as part of your landscaping will extend the enjoyment of your backyard or lakefront shoreline for you and your guests. They provide warmth, light, a cooking source, and ambiance, making them a natural gathering spot for socializing, entertaining, and relaxation. People are drawn to the...
Downsizing: Could You Live In A Tiny Home In Retirement?
Is it just a popular misconception that retirees downsize to smaller homes? While some certainly do, recent research from the National Association of Realtors shows that the median square footage of a home purchased by people 55 to 64 is 2,200 — actually 100 square feet larger than the...
Benefits of Joining a Lake Association
Owning a lakefront property has many advantages. Not only will you be able to wake up next to an idyllic and beautiful nature scene, you can enjoy weekend activities on the water. Another beneficial aspect of buying a lakefront property is the ability to join a wonderful lake association. ...
Living on the Lake: Full Time or Part Time?
By Frank Eaton Quiet morning coffees on your deck, working at home in an office with a view, sun rises, sun sets, picnics on the water, dips in the lake on warm afternoons, water lapping on the shoreline, and still getting in a full day’s activities makes living on...
Deck Boats Offer Terrific Benefits
When you’re shopping for a new recreational boat there are so many options to choose from it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But if you’re looking for a fun passenger boat, consider buying a deck boat for your lakefront property. As the name implies, a deck boat has a large...
The Benefits of Recycled Plastic Adirondack Chairs
Recycled plastic Adirondack chairs are a great way to enjoy comfort while being kind to the environment. They are the same Adirondack chairs that many of us know and love, except that they offer a list of advantages that can benefit everyone. Companies who make this type of furniture...
10 Steps to a Healthy Lakefront Property
Take care of your lakefront property and it will take care of you. Here are 10 tips for a healthy lakefront property: 1. Don’t feed your lake: reduce or eliminate lawn fertilizers, and don’t fertilize your lawn unless a soil test says so. 2. Leave or create at least a 20-30...
The Origin and Nature of Lakes in Massachusetts
The lakes in Massachusetts were created in two principal ways: by glacial activity approximately 12,000 years ago or by damming streams or small lake outlets, most of latter occurring during the early industrial age of the country for water power. In many respects, lakes are like people. They are...