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Upstate - New York .com is the premier online guide to Upstate New York showcasing hundreds of exciting attractions throughout the Adirondacks, Capital/Saratoga region, Catskills, Central Leatherstocking region, Chautauqua/Allegheny, the Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Hudson Valley and the Thousand Island/Seaway Regions.

We invite you to take a virtual tour of some of our most popular travel destinations

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including the historic cities of Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls , Lake George, the Lake Champlain Valley

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ADIRONDACK CAREER DIRECTORY

Are you tired of your job? Ever thought about going back to school in your spare time to further your career?

Online programs give working adults and full-time students tremendous scheduling flexibility and the opportunity to earn a degree in less time than is usually possible through on-campus attendance. If you want to start or accelerate your career, explore the online programs & request free information in the following areas: click on the links below

Careers in Criminal Justice Culinary Arts Careers Trade or Vocational schools Online Colleges Film or acting schools Design and Fashion Design Careers

Candidates must be 21 years of age on or before the date of their appointment Correction Officer positions are located throughout New York State in various facilities of the NYS Department of Correctional Services.
As a Correction Officer, under the direct supervision of a higher-ranking officer, you would be responsible for the custody and security, as well as the safety and well-being of criminal offenders in State Correctional Facilities and Correctional Camps. You would supervise the movement and activities of inmates; make periodic rounds of assigned areas; conduct searches for contraband; maintain order within the facility; and prepare reports as necessary. You would advise inmates on the rules and regulations governing the operation of the facility and assist them in resolving problems. You would have a high degree of responsibility for your actions and decisions. You may also be required to carry firearms in the performance of certain duties and to perform other related work as required.

The majority of jobs in the New York State Department of Correctional Services are filled by Correction Officers, who are required to pass a written Civil Service exam and undergo extensive medical, psychological, and background checks. Correction Officer positions are located throughout New York State in various facilities of the Department of Correctional Services. Correction Officers are responsible for the custody and security as well as the safety and well being, of criminal offenders in State Correctional Facilities.

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Culinary Arts Schools .com Search for two- and four-year degrees in Culinary Arts and Baking. click here

Capital District Region
The Capital District Region includes - Albany, Schenectady, Troy Rensselaer, Cohoes, & Latham. Albany is New York's historic Capital and is the oldest continuing settlement in the United States. The historic city of Troy is over 200 years old and played a major role in the industrial revolution of 1800's as a center for textile mills, stagecoach and carriage builders, breweries, bell manufacturers, iron and steel centers.
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ADIRONDACK CHAIRS!

Huge selection of Adirondack chairs, ottomans, tables and more! Built to last from pressure-treated pine, cypress, cedar, recycled plastic and more! ADIRONDACK CHAIRS click here

Have you ever thought about publishing your very own book about Upstate New York?

You Have The Talent, We Have The Resources!
Book Publishers.com

Are you an author looking to publish your masterpiece? BookPublishers.com could connect talented writers like you with willing book publishers. For many talented authors, the most difficult obstacle isn’t writer’s block—it’s finding a receptive publisher to publish their books. Because publishers have to sift through so many works, they may dismiss some unfairly, or be so short-staffed that they don’t have the time to give each manuscript its fair consideration.
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For those who decide that finding a publisher isn’t the right choice for them, self-publishing can be a great alternative. With self-publishing a writer can maintain editorial control, as well as keep all proceeds from the book sales. Whatever your preference, BookPublishers.com wants to help you on your journey to become a published author! You have the talent, we have the resources.
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Lake Champlain Valley
The beautiful Lake Champlain Valley was recently ranked "One of Four Outstanding Get-Away Locations in the Northeast" by USA Weekday Magazine. Each year, the Lake Champlain Valley welcomes thousands of visitors traveling to both Vermont's Green Mountains and the majestic Adirondack mountains of upstate New York.
click here for the Lake Champlain Valley Website

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Thousand Island Region
The 1000 Islands Region and the St. Lawrence Seaway are major international travel destinations, spanning two countries and cultures on both sides of the US-Canada border. The Thousand Islands are located along the St. Lawrence River and the eastern shores of Lake Ontario. This beautiful region is actually comprised of over 1,800 individual islands and takes its name from the Native Americians who called it the “Garden of the Great Spirit.”
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Saratoga Springs in Upstate New York

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We invite you to discover neighboring Saratoga Springs where you can explore the many famous landmarks including the 2,000 acre Saratoga Spa State Park. Learn about the famous mineral springs and geysers and their ledgendary healing powers. Enjoy world class performances at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center featuring the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Symphony. Saratoga Race Course is America's oldest track and considered to be one of this countries most beautiful racetracks. Each year in August thousands of people flock to Saratoga to view the exciting steeplechase and thoroughbred racing.
click here to visit the Saratoga Springs Region website

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The High Peaks Region is home to the Olympic Village of Lake Placid hosting the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. Lake Placid has also been host for a variety of world class events including the ESPN Outdoor Games, World Cup bobsled and luge, the Ironman Triathalon, international figure skating, Empire State Games and the "I Love NY" Horse Shows. The Lake Placid / High Peaks Region offers visitors a rich variety of historic, artistic and cultural attractions.
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Adirondack High Peaks Region
The greatest number of high peaks in the Adirondacks (in a single location) rise majestically in the Keene/Keene Valley Region making this area a meca for hikers, climbers and other visitors who wish to experience the remarkable beauty of the Adirondack mountains. There are literally hundreds of trail heads located in the tiny hamlet of Keene including the trail to the summit of Mt. Marcy, the highest mountain in New York State. This year the Annual Adirondack Mountaineering Festival will be held on Jan 18th - 19th in Keene Valley. The event is a celebration of mountaineering that includes a variety of ice climbing and mountaineering clinics.
click here for the Adirondack High Peaks website
click here for the Keene NY website


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We invite you to visit our recreational and lifestyle web sites throughout Upstate New York:

NewYorkSkiing.com   The premier online guide to skiing and winter sports throughout all of New York State including the Hudson Valley, Catskill Mountains and the Adirondack High Peaks.

NewYorkHiking.com   The premier online guide to hiking and climbing throughout all of New York State including the Hudson Valley, Catskill Mountains and the Adirondack High Peaks.

AdirondackFishing.com   The largest comprehensive online guide to fishing in the Adirondacks and Upstate New York including the Hudson Valley and Catskills showcasing a multitude of summer and winter sports including Fishing , Camping , Canoeing , Whitewater Rafting , Hiking & Hunting .

Everything you need to know to plan your trip online when visiting Upstate New York ... It's all right here at your fingertips...with just a click of your mouse!

Adirondack Log homes and Adirondack Log Furniture
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