It’s Time for Teddy Roosevelt Weekend in Newcomb
One of America’s most respected and admired Presidents was also a great lover of all things ADK.
Theodore Roosevelt
It’s no secret that Teddy Roosevelt was a great outdoors person and lover of adventure. He visited the Adirondacks frequently. In fact, it was on a trip here while Roosevelt was Vice President that he learned President McKinley had died after being shot and he would become President. Read more about TR’s midnight ride to the Presidency.
TR vigorously promoted the conservation movement, emphasizing the efficient use of natural resources. During his brief but memorable term as the 33rd Governor of New York (1899-1900), he focused policies on NY’s forests and wildlife. He advocated against what he called “the depredations of man,” recurrent forest fires, and worked to strengthen fish and game laws.
Roosevelt’s stewardship of the state’s forests and the Adirondack Park, in particular, led to the country's most progressive conservation and wilderness protection laws. While President, he dramatically expanded the system of national parks and national forests.
The Town of Newcomb dedicates an entire weekend to celebrating all things TR. 2023 festivities will take place September 8 through 10 with an impressive array of events and activities.
The weekend is one of Newcomb’s favorite events. A great deal of planning, preparation, and scheduling by dedicated committee members always brings a variety of activities throughout town, with fun things to see and do for the whole family.
Friday night kicks off the weekend with a friendly competition.
5:30 to 9 pm: Family Feud Night at Newcomb Cafe and Campgrounds featuring TR interpreter Joe Wigand.
Saturday’s jam-packed schedule of events.
8:30 am to 3 pm: Free Wagon Ride Into Camp Santanoni (reservations required)
9 am to 11 am: Kids Fishing Derby at Winslow's Pond on Route 28N (Pre-K to 4th grade, bring your poles, bait available, prizes)
10 am to 1 pm: Climb Goodnow Mountain, meet Mike Gooden, interpreter, at the Firetower
10 am to 12 pm: Woodsmen Scrimmage: ESF vs. Paul Smiths at Overlook Park
10 am to 3 pm: Arts & Crafts Fair at Overlook Park (lunch available, live music)
10 am to 1 pm: Car Wash at the Newcomb Health Center
12:30 pm to 3 pm: Live Music With Eric Peter at Overlook Park
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm: Paint With Teddy at Newcomb Information Center (kids paint their own tee-shirt, T/Joe Wiegand signs it
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm: TR Visits Newcomb Historical Museum
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomb Round Table With Roy Ginsberg and TR at Newcomb Central School
8:45 pm to 9:45 pm: Fireworks
More action continues on Sunday.
8:30 am to 3 pm: Free Wagon Ride Into Camp Santanoni (reservations required)
9 am to 12 pm: Scramble Golf Tournament at High Peaks Golf Course
9 am to 11 am: TY Yandon Memorial 5K at Newcomb Health Center
9:30 am to 12:30 pm: Adirondack Black Bear (interpretive walk on AIC trails to learn about the history of the black bear)
10 am to 12 pm: Tour of Tahawus Club & Upper Works
For more information, visit the event site. We also recommend checking the Discover Newcomb and TR Weekend Facebook pages for the most up-to-the-minute info, schedule changes and additions.
While you’re there, enjoy these other nearby venues and attractions.
