The Battle of Carillon, or the 1758 Battle of Ticonderoga

The Battle of Carillon, or the 1758 Battle of Ticonderoga July 8, 1758 The Battle of Carillon, also known as the 1758 Battle of Ticonderoga, was fought July 8, 1758, during the French and Indian War (which was part of the global Seven Years' War). It was fought near Fort Carillon … Continue reading →

Lake Champlain Archaeological Site Boat Tour

Lake Champlain Archaeological Site Boat Tour Fort Ticonderoga’s 60-foot Carillon is offering boat tours with views of the lake, surrounding mountains and the Fort Ti itself, while crossing some of the most archaeologically rich waters in North America. The 90-minute … Continue reading →

Melosira: Educational Boat Trips Teach Public About Lake Champlain

Melosira: Educational Boat Trips Teach Public About Lake Champlain University of Vermont (UVM) Extension, Lake Champlain Sea Grant and ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain will host three Summer on the Lake educational boat cruises in July and August. The public is invited aboard the UVM … Continue reading →

Baby turtles released into Lake Champlain

Nearly 20 baby spiny softshell turtles were recently released into Lake Champlain. For about 10 years, Vermont Fish and Wildlife has captured the babies in the fall, kept them safe through the winter and then released them again in the summer. Experts believe there are about 300 of the turtles … Continue reading →

Fishing Clinics – Introduction to Fly Fishing

Introduction to Fly Fishing Clinic Date and Time: Saturday, July 8; 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM Location: Grand Isle Fish Hatchery, Grand Isle, Vermont Description: Introduction to Fly Fishing Clinic Learn something new at this free fishing clinic. It's open to people of all ages … Continue reading →