Special programs Anniversaries Hurrah Walking with America's Veterans Walking With the Wild Things CC: Washington County

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Event comments

Whitehall was known as Skenesborough, after its founder Captain Philip Skene, until 1786. Whitehall is considered the birthplace of the US Navy because in 1776 Benedict Arnold under the direction General Philip Schuyler built a number vessels to confront the British forces on Lake Champlain during the beginning of the American revolution. Although defeated, Arnold's small fleet was able to delay the British advance south from Quebec until the American forces were able to mount an offense that ultimately defeated the British Army under General Burgoyne near Saratoga. This decisive victory led France to support the American Revolution and ultimately won America her independence. Naval ships were also constructed in Whitehall during the war of 1812 to protect American interests in Lake Champlain and the North Country. Volkssporters will also walk along what's considered the southern end of Lake Champlain and the beginning (north end) of the Champlain Barge Canal, including Lock C12. Skene Manor, a majestic, Victorian, Gothic-style mansion built in 1874 is also on the walk route and has a tea room open for light lunch.

Rating: 2A, Distance: 5, 10km

Event information

Parking is permitted on either side of Skenesborough Drive near the Start Point. The route (Mountain St./Potters Terrace) up to Skene Mansion is a long, moderate uphill walk. Restrooms are available in the Skenesborough Museum, when open, and in the Stewarts Convenience Store on Poultney St. along the route.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

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Empire State Capital Volkssporters (AVA-0410)

Event website: escvwalks.org

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