Each month has a plethora of local to global range holidays to celebrate even the most miniscule of things. This month, September, is World Animal Remembrance month, in which people …
Amateur Ghost Hunting Fireside Experience
Speak with a paranormal investigative team and learn about the evidence that has been collected at Barkeater Chocolates! We’re offering a 90-minute experience select Friday nights from 7:00-8:30pm this summer. Amateur ghost hunters, bring …
Hiking in the ADKS
The weather is warming and the trails are drying out, which means hiking season has officially begun! Here in the Adirondacks, there’s no shortage of hiking trails to choose from. …
Winter Blues and How to Cope
The falling leaves have left the trees bare and Autumn is coming to a gray end. Some people, like those that live in the south, might enjoy a little snow, …
Halloween Myths and Legends
It’s the spookiest season of the year and nothing says Halloween like scary stories! Does anyone ever question where these famous scary stories came from, and how much truth these …
Fall Equinox
No one is ever prepared for the end of summer, but sadly, it is here. The leaves are turning orange & red, pumpkin spice flavors and smells are everywhere, and …
New York State Myths & Legends
As the New York State Fair kicks off this week in Syracuse, NY, we thought we’d pay homage to our home state by recounting some of the more unusual stories …
The Adirondacks: First Use of the Word “Vacation”
Summer is a full go now – we’re at the peak and people are ready to use all that acquired vacation time! Who cares about jacked up summer prices at …
Summer Safety in the ADK
Summer is here and the sun isn’t playing this year! It’s no surprise that after a year stuck indoors, people are trampling each other to get to the Adirondack lakes …
It Started With a Door, the Sound of Footsteps & Loud Repetitive Banging
And developed into so much more. In 2013, Barkeater Chocolates relocated into the building where we currently make and sell our chocolates treats. Purchased from a well known local family, …