Get Up and Out

Let’s officially kick off the unofficial start to summer!
We always enjoy getting together to soak up the sun, play some games, and, weather depending, splash in the water with friends.

So, come join us at Alec's house to get together for some fun, frolicking and friendship. Rather than everyone bringing a huge smorgasbord of extra (albeit yummy) dishes, we are going to ask folks to chip in $8 (kids $5) toward more simple fare, that we'll pick up ahead of time.

At the same time, we are offering the opportunity for everyone to show their appreciation for those veterans whose sacrifices are being especially recognized and celebrated on Memorial Day.

No obligation, but we will be collecting for two great organizations: The Wounded Warriors who assist veterans who have been injured in the line of their duties, as well as as the Gold Star Family group, which focuses on helping families who have lost loved ones during service to our country.

We'll swim, float, and play volleyball, yard soccer, frisbee, corn hole, KanJam, and dodge ball.
There’s also a playground three houses away, and the New Scotland Town Park’s great disc golf course is right behind Alec’s backyard.

Have no fear that you'll leave hungry though, as we will have plenty of burgers, hotdogs, salads, soda, bottled water, cookies, and chips.
Kids are totally welcome, but you are responsible for keeping an eye on them, especially around the pool.

Just give me heads up, so I know to break out the SlipN'Slide too. (Please use the "Guest Feature" for kids)

BYOB for alcoholic drinks. But absolutely no glass bottles though, anywhere at any time. You absolutely must drink responsibly, and immediately respect direction or guidance in that regard.

Any questions on the party logistics, please feel free to reach out.

For contribution and the donations, please Venmo to: @Alec-MeetUp - confirmation digits 6052. Put 'Memorial Day' in the subject.

Let's Play the Day away at Log Bay on Lake George!

We always have a great time at this spot. If you have never been, this is a picnic area abutting the bay where all the party boats dock and hang out.

At Shelving Rock/Log Bay you can relax on the shore, swim, and play volleyball ... right in the bay! … as the water is generally waist-deep throughout a large part of the bay. On the other side you can even jump off a small cliff. If you are feeling extra adventurous, I will be arriving via my small jet boat, later in the afternoon can take a few brave souls about a mile down the bay to Calf's Pen... where there are cliffs from 10-40 feet to jump off. If folks want to work off some of the hot dogs, later in the afternoon you can hit the 3.5 mile beginner hike of the Shelving Rock Summit which has some great views of the Bay at the top.

Note, the trail Lot#5 is only about a half mile each way, but it is a dirt trail, not flip-flop-able. We'll meet in the parking lot then start with a short 1/2 hike down up the picnic area to drop off our stuff, then continue up another half mile to the waterfalls. We'll then head back to the bay.

We’ll picnic right by the Bay, so bring a bag chair though, as there are not ususally any free picnic tables available there. We will be have a portable grill and cook up some hotdogs 🌭🌭 for everyone.

Please bring something to drink for yourself (no glass bottles). Also bring either an easy-to-carry-n-share dish, snack or dessert … or $5 toward the hot dogs and accoutrements.

We will meet at Parking Lot #5 on Shelving Rock Road at 10:45 pm and head to Shelving Rock Falls at 11:00 am sharp.

Parking Lot #5 is off of Shelving Rock Road. If you enter Shelving Rock Falls into MapQuest it should bring you to it. However, there is no cell service anywhere close to the parking lot and you will be going down dirt roads long enough that you will wonder if you are going the wrong way. So, please note and screenshot before you leave the following directions in case you have any issues finding Parking Lot #5:

1. You will get off Exit 20 of the Northway and get on Buttermilk Falls Road.
2. Buttermilk Falls Road will merge into Sly Pond Road.
3. Sly Pond Road will become Shelving Rock Road.
4. After you've been on Shelving Rock Road for a little while you will start to see Parking Lots. They are clearly labeled starting at #1. Parking lot #5 is on the left side.

It's possible that Parking Lot #5 will be full. If so, you can park at Parking Lot #4 or #6 and walk there as neither is far.

Please bring: Sunscreen, bug spray, a swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, visor/hat and water sneakers or beach shoes.

If you have any questions at all regarding this trip, please message me (Alec) directly.