Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-06-17

l2JEYS3S>IhSSEAs3I dacks, teaming with
keFseSySyjMIfSNN1 forests and lakes;
tezSSssssSsS&s SSS-y9AAj the Catskils. bristl-
ing with cool chasms
and glades; the charming water courses.
Lakes George and Champlain, which
lead to that noble river, the Hud-
son: the beautiful Mohawk valley made
famous by j. Fenimore Cooper; the
banks of the st. Lawrence river. and the
Thousand islands, all of these are the rich
possessions of the state of New York.
The Thousand islands are delightfully."- sit
uated In the waters of the St. Lawrence
river. one of the grand waterways of this
country. The climate in summer is mag
nifcent. and has enticed many to build
summer homes in this region. The hotel
facilities are abundant and the prominent
stations on the Thousand islands all have
communication with each other, either by
rail or steamer. The amusements are boat
ing, sailing. fishing, golfing and various
other outdoor sports. The aquatic sports
naturally play an important part in the
attractions of this locality.
Like most other magnificent mountain
groups. the Adirondacks must be seen in
order to be fully appreciated. All through
these mountains, from east to west, are
to be found lake after lake with splendid
hotels, and in many cases. private dwell
ings where boarders are taken. The pine
trees predominant, and here are to be found
the genuine balsams. One of the especially
the heart of the Adirondacks. Here, though
virtually In the forest, golf and tennis may
be played, and, of course, boating and
bathing are numbered among the amuse-
ments. Lake Placid is representative por-
ton of the best of the Adirondack resort
territory.
But One of Many.
1t Is. however but one of the many beau
tifu bodies of water to be found nesting
no OF nf
pile. One of the decided characteristics of
the Adirondack mountains Is It's magnificent
network of lakes and rivers, both large and
small One cannot travel very far without
meeting one OF these attractive waterways
The eastern slope OF the Adirondacks IS
considered to be the most picturesque and
beautiful.
Saranac lake is to be found in this section.
1t Is Familiarity termed the lake of the
Clustered Stars" 1t has a broad expanse.
and its surrounding hills and mountains
are extremely picturesque. The bordering
forests contain pine. balsam and spruce in
termingled with naples Saranac lake Is
the hshermans delight, on account of the
fact that here may be found In abundance
black and striped bass and lake and brook
trout This is also great deer country.
Those who are familiar with the habits
of the deer we'll know that 1t Is their GUS
tom just at evening to come to the lake
nearest their haunts for water and also to
feed on the lily pads with which most of
the small lakes in the Adirondacks are dot
ted in the summertime. Just as the sun is
sinking to rest and the beautiful shades of
blue and pink are reflected in the mirror
like surface of the lakes. should traveller
be at the edge of the lake or crossing the
same noiselessly in his canoe he would
most likely see family of deer approach
the waters brink and partake of cooling
draught. This is often very apt to hap
pen when one is travelling through wilds
of the Adirondacks, and when once seen
IL a picture never to be forgotten.
Loon lake is another of these romantic
spots with which this beautiful group OF
mountains abounds. The high. irregular
shores of this lake command magnificent
views of the surrounding wilderness. 1t is
a place satisfying to all who visit 1t,
whether in search of health sport or social
enjoyment. Trout fishing and partridge
shooting are among the outdoor sports.
Other beautiful regions on the eastern
slope are the Chateaugay lakes, Ausable
lakes and Ausable chasm. Also included in
this section are Schroon lake, Blue Noun
tain lake and Brant lake.
Sehroon lake Is one of the prettlest sheets
of water in the Adirondacks. 1t Is about
ten miles long and two in width, and is
surrounded by mountains, varied and irreg
ular in outline. The village of Schroon
Lake. near the head of the lake, commands
a magnificent view OF the lake itself and
the mountains. 1t has an excellent water
system; the streets are well kept, and the
social life is a pleasant feature OF this re-
sort Inc attitude OF the notes ranges
from $50 to 1000 feet above the level of the
sea.
Beyond the Mountains.
In the valleys between the mountains lie
many beautiful lakes and ponds. more than
one thousand in number. The general level
of these lakes is about 1850 feet above the
sea, but Avalanche lake. the highest of
them. has nearly twice that elevation Some
OF fy.p in
others cover only a few acres. steep
densely wooded mountains" says writer
In Picturesque America" describing the
lakes rise from their margins: beautiful
bays indent their borders and leafy points
jut out: spring brooks trickle In. while
shadows are fringed with water grasses
and towering plants, and covered some
times with acres of wtite and yellow
water lilies The lakes are all lovely and
romantic In everything except their names;
and the scenery they offer In combination
with the towering mountains and the old
and savage forests is not surpassed on
earth. In natural features 1t greatly re-
sembles Switzerland and the Scottish High
lands, as they must have been before those
regions were settled and cultivated"
All OF the most beautiful and attractive
parts OF the Adirondack mountains. inciud-
Ing the lake region OF the western and
southern Adirondacks, are reached by the
Adirondack division OF the New York Cen
trail railroad The constant increase in the
number of visitors has resulted In the cree
ton OF many modern hotels of elegant and
luxurious appointment. In addition to the
service via the Adirondack division. there
are stage and rail- connections at various
points,
Lake Champlain.
Lake Champlaln is really grand and
beautiful inland sea- 1t is 100 miles In
length and varies In width from one-half to
fifteen miles, filing a valley inclosed by
lofty mountains. 1t is celebrated for its
magnificent scenery. Its waters in some
places are very deep and abound with
shores of Lake Champlain attractive In
themselves. but thereon are located many
places of celebrity and historic interests
The localities where Burgoyne held his
council with the Indian tribes and where
Arnold and Carleton fought are still point
ed out to the tourist and the ruins Of old
Fort Ticonderoga and the remains of the
fortress OF Crown Point are still visible.
Some of the leading resort towns of Lake