ADK Talks
ADK Talks brings you the stories behind the people, places, and things to do in the Adirondack Park of New York State. With 6 million acres, the Adirondacks are the ultimate playground.
We take you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of one of America's most breathtaking regions. Just like we do on our website, adktaste.com, our podcast uncovers the hidden gems of the Adirondacks, offering hand-picked recommendations for the best places to stay, eat, shop and do in the Adirondack Park.
But this isn't just about places. It's about the people who make the Adirondacks so special and unique. In each episode, we talk to people from all walks of life—restauranteurs, farmers, innkeepers, historians, artists, local leaders, writers, hikers, and more. Hear real stories about what they do, their passions, and how they found their way here.
And they'll share their insider tips on the best things to see and do in the Adirondacks – insights you won't find anywhere else.
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ADK Talks
Chillin’ With Custard’s Last Stand in Long Lake
In this episode of ADK Talks, we have an intriguing conversation with Noel Jennings, a third-generation proprietor of one of the central Adirondack’s most beloved ice creameries, Custard’s Last Stand in Long Lake.
This iconic ice cream stand has served visitors and the community since 1958 (over 65 years). We talk to Noel about what it takes to keep a family business afloat for over six decades; the eternal appeal of soft serve ice cream; why spruce gum may be the next kombucha, macha, salted caramel, or lavender; his grandmother’s impressive pun-making talents; and what’s next for Custard’s Last Stand.
We also discuss swirling the perfect cone, ice climbing, scuba-diving in Adirondack lakes, mid-century modern architecture, and life in a northern town.
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Check out Custard’s Last Stand’s website, and if you can, stop by. They will be open until mid-October.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Adirondack Architectural Heritage
90 Miler — Adirondack Canoe Classic
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