Lake George – The Huletts Current
Posted on December 20, 2025
See Fort Ticonderoga Rare ArtifactsPosted on December 13, 2025
Sewer District # 1 Pipes Buried Under Foster Brook
File photo of contractors at work in mid-November burying Sewer District # 1 lines under Foster Brook.
It was announced at the December 8th meeting of the Huletts District # 1 Sewer Committee that the two pipes going under Foster Brook have been installed and pressure tested. The work to restore the ground on both sides of Foster Brook will be completed in the spring.
Ms. Suzy Shad reported that when digging the lower crossing (closest to the lake), the contractors, when they were about 3/4 of the way across, hit bedrock. They broke a drill bit and had to bring in another device to hammer their way through the stone. While waiting to proceed at the lower crossing, they moved on to the higher crossing (farthest from the lake) and completed that first. It was reported that the contractors were able to dig under the ground “like butter” at that location. The lower crossing was then finished when additional equipment was brought in.
Both lines have been pressure tested and backfilled and are now up and working. Any remaining cleanup from the two crossings will be completed in the spring.
These two underground crossings have been a very large project that have been years in the making. Many thanks to Dresden Town Supervisor Charles Tall and Ms. Shad for facilitating and working with both the Lake George Park Commission which donated $80,000 to the project and the Lake George Association which donated $40,000. This $120,000 in grant money was instrumental in getting this project completed.
Ms. Shad also reported at the December meeting that the bond application is being worked on. Preliminary discussions indicate that the bond may be financed at 3.89% for ten years – which would translate into roughly $153 per user per year. That amount will be included in the yearly annual fee which is not projected to increase. It had been previously decided at the November 2025 town board meeting that the sewer distinct # 1 fund balance will be also used toward this project.
Many thanks to all the members of the sewer committee, town board and both the past and present sewer district superintendents who have worked to make this project a reality.
Posted on December 9, 2025
Adirondac Tour Boat Catches Fire on Lake GeorgePosted on December 7, 2025
Lake George Land Conservancy Permanently Conserves 192 Acres in Bolton
The LGLC recently protected 192 acres in Bolton, including more than 1,000 feet of stream corridor.
The Lake George Land Conservancy (LGLC) purchased 192 acres in the Town of Bolton on November 21. The “Wing Pond Addition” has more than 1,000 feet of stream corridor and about three acres of wetlands, which are critical to protecting water quality.
The undeveloped forested property shares nearly half a mile of its boundary with the LGLC-owned Wing Pond Preserve and also borders NYS DEC-owned Wild Forest. Its stream flows into the LGLC’s recently protected 207-acre Sundew Pond Preserve, which flows into Lake George’s Northwest Bay.
In addition to protecting water quality, this purchase provides an even greater expanse of contiguous habitat necessary for our native terrestrial and aquatic wildlife to thrive. Land connectivity is important for whole ecosystem health and vitality, allowing forests, streams, and other freshwater resources to interact uninterrupted for maximum water quality benefits.
Knowing the land’s great ecological value, the Miller family, who owned and cared for the land for decades, was happy to work with the LGLC to see the land permanently protected.
Sarah, Jim, and John Miller expressed, “When Captain James Miller purchased acreage in North Bolton in the late 60s, it was to protect and preserve the land. His children are grateful that going forward, the LGLC will be taking over the stewardship of this beautiful property.”
LGLC Executive Director Mike Horn said, “I want to thank the Millers for working with the LGLC to permanently protect this important land, ensuring that the lush forested terrain and flowing streams will forever remain wild, protecting everything we love about Lake George.”
The Wing Pond Addition acquisition was funded in part with a grant received in 2024 through the Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) grant program administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Additional funding came from generous donors who gave to the LGLC’s $9 million 2025 Land Campaign, which included the Wing Pond Addition as one of several conservation project goals.
Due to its habitat sensitivity, the Wing Pond Addition is not open to the public.
Posted on December 4, 2025
DEC Forest Rangers in the News
Town of Bolton
Warren County
Wilderness Rescue: On November 29 at 7:55 p.m., Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from Warren County 911 about a hiker with chest pains approximately 1.5 miles in from the Clay Meadow trailhead in the Lake George Wild Forest. Four Forest Rangers and the Bolton Fire Department reached the 56-year-old from Gansevoort, made a health assessment, and determined a carry out was necessary. Rescuers used a wheeled litter to transport the hiker to the trailhead where they turned over care to Bolton EMS. Resources were clear at 10:10 p.m.
Posted on November 19, 2025November 19, 2025
Town Begins Work on Foster Brook Sewer Pipe Burial
The work to bury two exposed sewer lines in Sewer District # 1 under Foster Brook has begun. Here are some pictures of where the work currently stands.
The first location is the site closest to the lake. This picture was taken on the south side of Foster Brook. The directional boring going under Foster Brook is in progress.
This picture is taken from a slightly different angle from the first. The directional boring can be better seen in this photo.
This picture was taken from the site farthest from the lake. It was taken on the north side of Foster Brook. Once the directional boring is completed at the first site, digging will start from this northern side and proceed south from this location under Foster Brook.
Please stay away from the work as it progresses.
Posted on November 14, 2025
Reminder: Cutoff Date for Fertilizing Lawns is December 1
If you plan to fertilize your lawn this fall, remember that it is against New York State law to fertilize lawns between December 1 and April 1. Some areas also have local laws about selling and using lawn fertilizers.
Visit DEC’s Lawn Fertilizer webpage for more information. The law does not apply to agricultural fertilizer or fertilizer for gardens.
Choose a lawn fertilizer with no phosphorus.
Lawn fertilizer can have unnecessary phosphorus that runs into waterbodies. Excess phosphorus in freshwater lakes and ponds can cause algae overgrowth, with serious impacts to the environment and public health.
Posted on November 7, 2025November 8, 2025
Proposed Washington County Budget to Increase Taxes 17%
The Board of Supervisors voted to override the tax cap for 2026. Dresden’s Town Supervisor, Charles Tall, is our voice on the Board of Supervisors. Another budget workshop is scheduled for November 10, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. and the tentative budget goes to the County’s Finance Committee on November 13th at approximately 9:30 a.m.
If the budget moves out of committee, a resolution to adopt the budget would come before the full board at its November 21st meeting, with a majority of the board’s weighted vote needed to pass it. Dresden has a very low weighted vote because our population is very small. However, because Dresden taxes account for a large percentage of the county’s tax income, many Supervisors listen to our Supervisor’s opinion. Because of this, it is imperative that our Town Supervisor shows up at Board of Supervisor meetings and works diligently to make our voices heard.
The county has been hampered in recent years because the state of New York passes unfunded mandates along to its counties and the county taxes reflect that.
I am doing all I can.
Posted on October 11, 2025
Washington County Remains Under Drought Watch
Washington county remains on the Department of Environmental Conservation’s drought watch list. Warren county is in the drought warning category.
A “watch” is the first of four levels of state drought advisories (“watch,” “warning,” “emergency” and “disaster”). There are no statewide mandatory water use restrictions in place under a drought watch, but residents are strongly encouraged to voluntarily conserve water. Local public water suppliers may require conservation measures, depending upon local needs and conditions.
A “warning” is the second of four levels of State drought advisories. Under Drought Warning, voluntary water conservation is intensified, and public water supplies and industries are advised to update and implement local drought contingency plans. Local agencies make plans in case of emergency declaration.
As someone who has had a well run dry in a previous year – you don’t want this to happen to you. Also we don’t want a forest fire anywhere near Huletts – so please remember a dry well can’t be used to put out a fire.
To conserve water resources, DEC encourages everyone to voluntarily reduce water use and follow these tips:
Water lawns only when necessary, choose watering methods that avoid waste, and water in the early morning to reduce evaporation and maximize soil hydration;
Reuse water collected in rain barrels, dehumidifiers, or air conditioners to water plants;
Raise lawn mower cutting heights. Longer grass is healthier with stronger roots and needs less water;
Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks;
Fix leaking pipes, hoses, and faucets;
Wash only full loads of dishes and laundry;
Take shorter showers or fill the bathtub partly;
Install water saving plumbing fixtures;
Don’t run the tap to make water hot or cold; and
Wash cars less frequently
Many of these help protect drain fields from overuse also, so please try to conserve water.
Posted on September 29, 2025
Sunday Was One Beautiful Autumn Day
The days and nights are getting cooler but the lake is as beautiful as ever.
Posted on August 8, 2025August 8, 2025
Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Gazebo at the Lake George Land Conservancy’s Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob
The Lake George Land Conservancy (LGLC) welcomed friends, donors, and community members to help celebrate the completion of its new “Teresa M. and George E. Lawrence Memorial Gazebo” at the beloved Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob in Fort Ann, Tuesday, July 29.
After the LGLC purchased the Schumann Preserve in 2000, the gazebo served to provide a place of respite for tens of thousands of hikers each year. After so much use, the wooden structure needed more than repairs, and with the help of many generous donors the LGLC replaced the entire structure this spring, and made related trail improvements leading up to the gazebo. The new structure, designed and built by Tahawus Trails, keeps the look and feel of the previous iconic gazebo, with upgrades for safety and longevity.
LGLC Executive Director Mike Horn welcomed those in attendance and gave thanks to the many donors who made the new gazebo possible, particularly the Lawrence family, The Makowski Trust, Boats by George, Steve and Dee Haraden, Anne and George Morris, CDPHP, Adirondack Pub and Brewery, and many others.
The Teresa M. and George E. Lawrence Memorial Gazebo gives tribute to George and Teresa Lawrence, who began a tradition of vacations in Lake George in the 1960s, including annual treks to the Schumann Preserve gazebo, and continues to this day for their children and grandchildren. Their daughter Loretta Lawrence Keane and granddaughter Katy spoke on behalf of the family about the significance of the gazebo, and their history with the LGLC.
Loretta Lawrence Keane explained, “Our history with the Lake George Land Conservancy goes back to 2009, when we called their office because we wanted to make a gift in in our father’s memory. It was then the idea of dedicating the gazebo was offered—and it was perfect. And over these years our trips to the lake now included a trip to this special place.
“In 2023, we again began a conversation with the folks at the LGLC about renovating the gazebo and renaming it for both our parents. We were thrilled that there was interest in doing even more—the full replacement of the gazebo that we see here.”
“Today,” she continued, “the Teresa M. and George E. Lawrence Memorial Gazebo is being dedicated in recognition of the lifetime of memories our mother and father—grandmother and grandfather—created for their family and friends. This is now a place of their own, on their favorite mountains, overlooking their favorite lake, Lake George.”
The ribbon cutting was presided over by Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Gina Mintzer and Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Tricia Rogers, both of whom expressed their gratitude to the Lawrence family and other donors, and to the LGLC for providing such an important and popular destination for residents and tourists alike.
Photo credits: Ribbon Cutting photo by Janice Prichett; scenic photo by Monica Dore. (Click image to see larger version.)
Posted on July 15, 2025
DEC Forest Rangers in the News
Village of Fort Ann
Washington County
Wilderness Rescue: On July 10 at 11:50 a.m., Washington County 911 requested Forest Ranger assistance with a dehydrated hiker near the summit of Buck Mountain. Rangers Carabetta and Clute reached the 31-year-old by 12:30 p.m., rehydrated the subject, and assisted them back to the trailhead where Fort Ann EMS evaluated the patient.
The DEC encourages hikers to bring plenty of food and water for their hike in case the hike lasts longer than expected. Proper preparation for a hike can reduce the risk of dehydration
Posted on May 17, 2025
April Sewer Committee # 1 Minutes & Letter to Residents of Districts # 1 & # 2
Also, the following letter has been sent to residents of both Town Sewer Districts.
Posted on May 11, 2025
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