Great Camp Sagamore

06/13/2026

Thank you to the National Grid volunteers for your hard work and dedication in helping prepare Great Camp Sagamore for a memorable season. From stair repairs behind the kitchen and shingle painting to planting geraniums around camp and trail work, so much was accomplished in just one weekend. We are truly grateful for the care and energy you bring to the property each year. We always appreciate having you join us!

06/12/2026

Friends, neighbors, and community partners gathered at Great Camp Sagamore for our Annual Community Day. This special event brings together our nearby communities to celebrate Sagamore’s history, build connections, and recognize the support that helps sustain our mission.

Our historical interpreters welcomed visitors and shared stories that continue to spark curiosity, while the brunch brought everyone together over great food. We are grateful for the continued support and involvement from all who joined us.

To learn more about visiting Great Camp Sagamore and plan your own experience, visit sagamore.org.

06/11/2026

Throwback Thursday!

In 1993, Great Camp Sagamore guests spent a weekend trekking through the Adirondack Forest Preserve alongside llamas. Led by Sagamore Board Member and llama expert, the late Tony Cashen, the unique adventure included a picnic lunch, a history tour, and hands-on experience caring for these curious pack animals.

From the 1993 Sagamore Historic Adirondack Great Camp Program Catalog.

Did you know National Llama Appreciation Day is observed annually on June 21? This unique program remains a standout chapter in Great Camp history.

06/09/2026

Tickets are now available for the 2026 Annual Gala & Benefit for Historic Preservation at Great Camp Sagamore.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the future of Sagamore and the community that continues to help it grow. Rooted in the Adirondacks, Growing the Future reflects our deep connection to this special place and our commitment to ensuring it continues to inspire generations to come.

The signature evening of the season brings together friends, supporters, and community members for live jazz, cocktails, elegant dining, a silent auction, and dancing under the stars, all in support of preserving Sagamore’s legacy.

Reserve your tickets and learn more at sagamore.org/gala

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

Today we celebrate National Trails Day and want to recognize the volunteers who help keep Great Camp Sagamore's trails safe, beautiful, and accessible.

A special thank you to John Friauf, now in his 11th season as SMA Trail Steward, and to Chris and Ned for today's work on the Power House Trail. The team removed an old culvert that had become both an eyesore and a hazard, and improved the trail entrance and exit areas.

Their dedication helps visitors enjoy over 12 miles of trails through the heart of the Adirondacks. Thank you, John, Chris, and Ned, for your continued stewardship and hard work!

Interested in exploring Sagamore's trails and history? Come along for one of our guided History Tours & Hikes! Learn more and sign up here: https://www.sagamore.org/tours-hikes-paddles -hikes

06/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Women’s Beginner Fly Fishing Bootcamp in partnership with the NYS DEC’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Partners Program.

We are grateful to our participants, instructors, and mentors for making the weekend such a memorable experience filled with learning, connection, and time on the water.

For more information visit, sagamore.org

06/05/2026

Curiosity, connection, and new skills came together at Great Camp Sagamore with our Women’s Beginner Fly Fishing Bootcamp, presented in partnership with the “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” (BOW) Program run by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).

Guided by BOW instructors and FFI Certified Fly Casting Instructor Cari Ray, participants learned the fundamentals of fly fishing, including casting, knot tying, reading water, and finding fish, while pursuing wild, native Brook Trout in the Adirondacks. A memorable weekend of discovery, confidence-building, and connecting to the natural world.

Additional outdoor learning opportunities will continue throughout the season at Great Camp
Sagamore through partnerships with the NYS DEC BOW program. Upcoming programs include
“Trailwise Women: Backcountry Basics 101”, and a Women’s Paddling Retreat.

For more information visit, sagamore.org

06/04/2026

Throwback Thursday!

A dapper outfit and a daring trick by Alfred Vanderbilt’s dog, Stormy! While dogs aren’t allowed at camp today, this 1919 photo offers a great glimpse of Sagamore during its days as a private residence.

Adirondack Experience Catalog #1972.147.0006