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Adirondack Missile Camp

February 9th, 2009 · 4 Comments · Adirondack Life

Adirondack Airpark EstatesDork that I may be, I admit to flying many a bush-plane on Flight Simulator; I discovered one of my favorite local landing spots is up for sale.  There’s a craigslist ad which seems to confirm this.

Dude!  I totally want this place.  It might sound quite “Adirondack” at first, but read on for a really mind-blowing treat:

ESCAPE TO YOUR OWN MOUNTAIN GETAWAY

Nestled in the Adirondack State Park between Lake Champlain and Lake Placid along the Saranac River valley in Saranac, NY.   Adirondack Airpark Estates (NY17) is the perfect getaway .  Abundant wildlife and tall pines grace the property.  The area offers endless outdoor activities year-round including golf, world class skiing, fishing, boating, kayaking , backpacking, hunting, horseback riding and more… A short drive brings you to Lake Placid, Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake and Montreal.  Local fire emergency and medical help are within five miles. (link)

Sounds pretty dang awesome.
http://youtu.be/ATy2E-c9u7c
It gets even better – Missile Silo Luxury Home:

LOCATION

  • Exclusive Airport Subdivision Nestled in Upstate NY’s Adirondack State Park

FEATURES

  • FAA/DOT approved private paved runway
  • Up to 100 acres of manicured ground, forest and trails
  • Privacy, security and low taxes. Year-round activities.
  • Knowledgeable caretaker available.

ATLAS-F MISSILE SILO HOME FEATURES (above ground)

  • 2000 sf 28 window open floor plan home w/ kitchen, island fireplace and wrap around covered porch and hanger/garage.
    Master suite and 2 additional baths complete the surface part of this beautiful mountain chalet.
  • Surface home acts as surface entrance to  large 125′ long stairwell leading to LCC and Silo or use a  unique escape hatch which will bring one to the upper  LLC.

LAUNCH CONTROL CENTER (LCC) (below ground)

  • 2 Story 3′ thick epoxy resin formulated concrete reinforced with stainless steel mesh structure is 40′ diameter containing 2300 sf luxury home with full kitchen, dinning, entertainment center, with 2 private suites and exquisite marble baths with Jacuzzi.
  • Contemporary fiber optic effect lighting along with natural sunlight rendition back lighting. Has escape hatch leading directly to surface home garage above. High circulation venting (two 18″ vent tubes.)
  • Video surveillance exposing 360 degree view of surface.

UTILITIES

  • 4 wells / 200 amp electrical / phone / satellite / 1800 gallon septic

SILO

  • Climate constant/approx. 58 degree earth ambient temperature.
  • 50′ Diameter X 185′ / 9 floor steel superstructure.
  • Entire steel superstructure hangs from gigantic spring suspension system designed to absorb shock of a direct nuclear hit.
  • Unlimited Possibilities!!!

Price

  • Original Gov’t cost for complex in 1958
  • $18 Million (Present value is near $100 Million)
  • “2.3M CASH only.”

So cool.  These features would surely satisfy my every need.

I wonder if I can get a loan?

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North Country’s Past

January 20th, 2009 · No Comments · Adirondack Life

I love the old stuff – pictures, posters, cards, maps – whatever.  Changing times and changing economics will likely never bring back the venerable postcard.  Not exactly sure what’s up with the website, but there is some cool stuff.

Lumbering in the Adirondacks

Link (via Tigerhawk)

Update: Mouse Cardmania too.

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Winter In The Adirondacks

January 14th, 2009 · No Comments · Adirondack Life

CLEAR, COLD WEATHER, WITH PLENTY OF SKATING AND TOBOGGANING

Sleigh Ride - Saranac Lake - NY - 1895AMPERSAND, N.Y., Jan. 26. — For the past week fine clear, cold weather has prevailed, and the air has been of that bracing kind that only those who have been in the Adirondacks in the Winter know of. The last four nights the mercury has been below zero, and the ice on the lakes and ponds is from ten to twelve inches in thickness.  The last four nights the mercury has been below zero, and the ice on the lakes and ponds is from ten to twelve inches in thickness.  The sleighing on Saranac Lake, from one end to the other, is superb, and the driveway in the afternoon presents a pretty sight, with its many handsome turnouts filled with pleasure seekers.

The present season is by far the gayest Winter ever seen here.  That the Northern Woods is a good a place for those seeking health and pleasure as a warmer climate has been fully established and is beyond doubt.  The toboggan slide in front of the Hotel Ampersand, running down the lake, has been a source of much pleasure.  Instead of using toboggans here, small bobs, holding about six, have taken their place.  After reaching the ice they run for about half a mile.  A good-sized place is kept on the lake clear from snow for skating.  A number of the young men stopping at the hotel spend their mornings in hunting foxes and rabbits, which gives them an appetite that is something appalling.

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