Vol. 08 | August Issue #1
The
Oak Mountain Times
Hi Oak Mountain Family!
Summer is flying by, and thanks to all of you, Oak Mountain has been buzzing with energy! Seeing our Wednesday evenings filled with familiar faces, new friends, and the sounds of live music has been one of the highlights of the season. Thank you for making Music on the Mountain such a wonderful community tradition.
This past weekend, we also had the incredible honor of celebrating one of our own as we hosted Maggie & John's beautiful wedding. Watching an Oak Mountain family story come full circle was truly special, and we wish them a lifetime of love, happiness, and adventure together.
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, as we welcome Tim & Norm to the Oak Mountain stage from 5–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, enjoy delicious food and cold drinks from The Acorn, and relax with an evening of live music surrounded by beautiful mountain views. This FREE community event is fun for all ages, and our mountain bike trails will remain open for anyone looking to ride before or after the show. If Mother Nature doesn't cooperate, we'll simply move the festivities inside the ballroom.
Behind the scenes, our crews have been hard at work all over the mountain. Shamus and Conner have been tackling culvert and drainage improvements, while Pops and Eric continue making great progress on the rental shop renovation. Every project helps us create an even better experience for everyone who visits Oak Mountain.
Looking ahead, we're excited for this Saturday, August 8, when Scenic Lift Rides return! Take in breathtaking Adirondack views, enjoy a charcuterie box or one of Chef Carolyn's delicious Abelgardens desserts on your ride, then stick around for Trivia with DJ2T, a campfire, and complimentary s'mores. We're also busy preparing for our exciting August race weekend, featuring the Firetower 5K on August 22 and the OakRunner Trail Run on August 23.
Summer is in full swing, and there's still so much to look forward to. Whether you're joining us for live music, scenic lift rides, mountain biking, great food, or one of our many family-friendly events, we hope you'll make Oak Mountain part of your summer adventures. Check out everything happening below—we can't wait to see you on the mountain!
We look forward to seeing you soon,
The O’Brien Family
Fresh Flavors & Summer Nights at The Acorn!
Chef Justin has another delicious lineup of featured specials this week, alongside all your Acorn favorites, refreshing drinks, and Chef Carolyn's incredible homemade desserts from Abelgardens.
Take a look at this week's specials and make plans to join us!
Hours This Week:
• Wednesday: Outside Limited Menu | 5–8 PM
• Thursday -Saturday: Full Dinner Service | 4–8 PM
• Saturday Night: Trivia | 5:30, 6 PM start
Reservations: 518.548.3606 x3
Wednesday nights are made for Music on the Mountain! Join us at Oak Mountain from 5–8 PM, July 1–August 26, for live music, a special menu, an outdoor bar, cornhole, hiking, biking, and group mountain bike rides. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, relax, and enjoy a fun evening with family and friends. Please no outside alcohol; our full bar will be available.
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We're excited to officially begin the next phase of the Oak Mountain Bike Park expansion this week—a vision we first shared with our community last year. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters and our partnership with Camp of the Woods, we're able to begin Stage One, featuring a new scenic climbing trail that will open the door to even more adventure on the mountain.
This project will be completed in phases, and we're excited to restart our fundraising efforts to help make the entire vision a reality. While we're thrilled to break ground, there's still much more to build, and every donation—big or small—helps move us closer to the finish line. Together, we're creating something that will serve riders of all ages and abilities, strengthen outdoor recreation in the Adirondacks and Speculator Region, and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. Thank you for believing in this project and helping us build the future of the Oak Mountain Bike Park.
If you'd like to support the next phase of the Oak Mountain Bike Park expansion, you can make a donation in one of the following ways:
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Venmo: @oakmountainski
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Check: Please make checks payable to Adirondack Foothills Trails Alliance (AFTA) and write "Oak Mountain Bike Park" in the memo line.
We are now members of the AFTA (Adirondack Foothill Trails Alliance)! Our hope is to grow this program.
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Join us this Saturday, August 8th for an unforgettable summer evening at Oak Mountain!
Take a scenic lift ride and enjoy breathtaking mountain views before heading to The Acorn Pub & Eatery for Chef Justin's featured specials. Then test your knowledge during Trivia with DJ2T, and end the evening around the campfire with complimentary s'mores.
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Just a few weeks away! Sign me up for the Firetower 5K!
There’s still time, Sign me up for the OakRunner!
Purchase your 2026–27 Season Pass today and get ready for another unforgettable winter at Oak Mountain. We can't wait to see you on the slopes!
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Congratulations, Maggie & John!
This past weekend, we had the honor of celebrating the wedding of two very special members of the Oak Mountain family.
A third-generation Oak Mountain skier, Maggie has been part of our team since she was 14, serving in countless roles over the years—from ski instructor and race coach to mountain operations, marketing, and more. She even taught John to ski here, and Oak Mountain quickly became his favorite place. It was only fitting that he proposed at the summit!
We were honored to host their wedding and wish Maggie and John a lifetime of love, happiness, and adventure together. Congratulations!
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