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Fishing! -
Fishing is the great lure at Black Lake - some of the best fishing in the region. You can fish anytime for panfish, including crappie, sunfish, bluegill, yellow perch, catfish & bullhead. Check the link below to NYS Fishing Regulations for more detail. [web site]

Opening Day for Walleye & Pike - May 3, 2008
The ice is finally gone and the fishermen are out in force. This marks the official opening of Fishing Season! Around the campfire there's serious dicussion about the record catches of the day. It was how big? You caught how many?

14th Annual Black Lake Tagged Panfish Marathon - May 5, 2008 - Jul 6, 2008
Win up to $7500! Cash and prizes from $10 to $7500 per tagged fish caught. Raffle prizes include 9.8 HP Nissan Motor, Remington Express 12-Gauge Pump Shotgun, Bowtech Tomkat Bow Package, 2 Nation Sightseeing Cruise, and more. Proceeds benefit local area high school scholarship program in fields of conservation and/or tourism. Weekly entry fee $7, or $15 for duration of contest. Spnsored by the Black Lake Chamber of Commerce. [email] [web site]

Opening Day for Bass & Muskie - Jun 21, 2008
It's finally here. The day they've been waiting for since last fall. Fishermen from all over the country have been coming to Black Lake for decades for the awesome fishing. Come see what the fuss is all about. You'll be back...

40th Annual French Festival - Jul 12, 2008 - Jul 13, 2008
The French Festival has grown each year since 1968, bringing thousands of visitors to Cape Vincent for the celebration. Booths, exhibits, costumes, French pastries, parade, band concerts and a gigantic fireworks display in the evening. [web site]

Pirates on the St Lawrence - 48th Annual International Seaway Festival Ogdensburg - Jul 19, 2008 - Jul 27, 2008
Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival is a series of events at various locations within the City of Ogdensburg over a nine-day period culminating with a 2 1/2 hour parade including participants from the USA and Canada. Festivities include an arts and crafts show, parade, soccer tournament, French & Indian War reenactments, antiques, rides and barbecue. For more info call 315-393-3518 [web site]

Clayton Antique Boat Show - Aug 1, 2008 - Aug 3, 2008
Clayton hosts the oldest continuous antique boat show in the world, and draws over 8000 people to the annual three day event. See the 125 boats plus varied motors and engines entered by exhibitors from all over the world. Bid on an antique boat at the Saturday auction. Walk amidst the Museum's 200 antique boats. [web site]

ST. LAWRENCE RIVER RUSTIC SHOW ''FROM THE MOUNTAIN AND RIVER'' - Aug 1, 2008 - Aug 3, 2008
BONNIE CASTLE RECREATION CENTER, ROUTE 12, ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY. (EXIT 50-N OFF ROUTE
81). Friday, 5 - 8 pm. Saturday 10 am - 6 pm. Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Admission fee: $7.00 adults; $4 children under 13. Showcases skilled, talented designer craftspeople and fine artists. Displays of rustic furniture as well as sculpture, pottery, jewelry, art and home decor. Unique, one-of-a -kind works and an opportunity to meet the people who create them. Adirondack style furniture in both traditional and creative pieces that utilize natural wood forms. An auction of work donated by the show artisans will be held to benefit the River Hospital, Alexandria Bay. [web site]

BILL JOHNSTON'S PIRATE DAYS - Aug 8, 2008 - Aug 17, 2008
Alexandria Bay located in the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River and home to the infamous pirate Bill Johnston. One of his more daring exploits has become an annual re-enactment for Alexandria Bay. Bill Johnston's Pirate Days is a ten-day fun filled event for all members of the family. The festival starts off with a block dance on Friday evening to prepare for the Invasion of the Pirates on Saturday afternoon. Watch as the pirate ship attacks the Village from the St. Lawrence River, as the brave villagers try to stave them off. The air is filled with smoke, sound of musket fire and cannons; eventually the villagers succumb as the pirates invade the town. After the Mayor surrenders the key to the village to the invading marauders, everyone becomes a pirate. The week is filled with activities for children such as balloon sculpting, magic shows and the opportunity to win a great prize from the scavenger hunt. There is a raft race on Sunday and a Grand Parade on Sunday. There will be live entertainment throughout the week and don't forget the ever-present pirates who will remain in the village all week performing at various locations. Remember to bring your Pirate costume, as you most certainly don't want to stand out and be a prime target for the Pirates to capture! [web site]

Blues in the Bay - Aug 29, 2008 - Sep 1, 2008
8TH ANNUAL BLUES IN THE BAY - Alexandria Bay.
Wrap up your summer with this annual event on Labor Day weekend. The fabulous three-day music festival is staged throughout the village and features spectacular waterfront views, a pleasurable atmosphere, and fantastic blues music. The concerts are performed at Upper James Street in downtown Alexandria Bay and are Free to the Public. Sponsored by the Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce.