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  • Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 2025

    Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 2025

    Essex County Leathernecks celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps with local nuance and long standing tradition.

  • The Final Inspection: Walter Peterson, Jr.

    The Final Inspection: Walter Peterson, Jr.

    Walter was born on October 24, 1945 and enlisted in the Marine Corps on January 31, 1964. LCpl Peterson served 21 months in Vietnam. As a Marine, Peterson was trained in Hawaii prior to being deployed to Vietnam. The photos (courtesy of Walter Peterson III) show Marine life with land weapons, new landscapes, air support…

  • Remembering PFC Marcus William Stoddard

    Remembering PFC Marcus William Stoddard

    A Marine home on leave and visiting Henry’s Garage (now the local fire station) in Port Henry, NY left a beer in the garage to enjoy when he returned home from the Vietnam War. While Stoddard is buried in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery in Moriah, NY his name is also etched on the Vietnam…

  • Moshe the Service Dog

    Moshe the Service Dog

    Meet Moshe. Moshe is a 5 1/2 year old male Labrador Retriever. He’s also a service dog to  Essex County Leatherneck, Paul Tremblay. Moshe regularly attends our meetings and upon entering, his owner gives the release command. Moshe wags his tail and heads for the first member to greet, sniffing pant legs, accepting generous pets…

  • Happy 250th Birthday America

    Happy 250th Birthday America

    The Marine Corps way of life is rooted in a value system that includes a love for God, Country and Corps. By the ruckus we make celebrating our birthday, you would think we have it backwards. But we don’t. We are vocal about our love of the Marine Corps, for our fellow Marines and the…

  • Toys for Tots and Tiny Tim Fundraiser — Dunk Tank

    Toys for Tots and Tiny Tim Fundraiser — Dunk Tank

    It’s non-profit collaboration time. Essex County Leathernecks, through our Toys for Tots collections, are teaming up with the local Tiny Tim organization again this year. Our joint efforts help support local children with toys and other needed items. Today, to raise funds we are hosting a dunk tank. Community members who’ve generously volunteered (so far)…

  • Help Bring Our Nation’s History to the Modern Reader

    Help Bring Our Nation’s History to the Modern Reader

    We are celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary of American independence. The Marine Corps League’s mission includes patriotic volunteering and serving the community to make a positive impact. To put our mission boots-on-the-ground we offer to your attention an opportunity for you to celebrate this monumental year by joining a project.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.

  • Pilates Class

    Pilates Class

    Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.  

  • Saratoga National Park Tour for Veterans

    Saratoga National Park Tour for Veterans

    Essex County Leathernecks enjoy engaging with other local veteran groups. There is something familiar and easy going when veterans get together. Add this to exploring local battle sights and it makes for a fun and memorable day. On May 18, 2025 three Homeward Bound Adirondacks employees led a veterans and families event at the Saratoga…

  • Raquette Lake Nature Retreat for Female Veterans

    Raquette Lake Nature Retreat for Female Veterans

    Raquette Lake (Female Only) Nature Retreat  (THIS RETREAT IS FULL, EMAIL sholmes@hbadk.org to get on waiting list in case of cancellations) August 29 – 31, 2025 St. Williams on Long Point – Raquette Lake, NY Homeward Bound Adirondacks invites you to our Veteran Retreat at St. Williams on Long Point. Join us for a weekend…

  • Camp Tamarac Nature Retreat for Veterans

    Camp Tamarac Nature Retreat for Veterans

    Camp Tamarac Nature Retreat August 8-10, 2025 Join us August 8 – 10 on our newly acquired 110-acre property in Malone, the future site of the SGT Carlton A. Clark Veterans Center. This retreat will feature tent accommodations, embracing the beauty of simplicity and community. You must be comfortable with shared living quarters. We will…

  • Veteran Equine Therapy Retreat

    Veteran Equine Therapy Retreat

    Veteran Equine Therapy Retreat July 25–27, 2025 Brookledge, Middle Grove, NY Homeward Bound Adirondacks, in collaboration with Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, invites you to a transformative 3-day Veteran Retreat. Experience the unique glamping grounds of Brookledge https://www.brookledgeny.com/about/ Connect with majestic horses at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga https://thsaratoga.org/ Recreate, reflect, and recharge alongside fellow veterans Horses are highly…

  • Veteran Wilderness Backcountry Paddle Retreat

    Veteran Wilderness Backcountry Paddle Retreat

    Veteran Wilderness Backcountry Paddle July 11-13, 2025 Experience an unlimited and truly immersive outdoor adventure exploring the beautiful backcountry of the Adirondack Mountains. Discover the joy and satisfaction of exploring the great outdoors, whether you are a seasoned adventurer or a first-time explorer. Paddle into the remote backcountry to a primitive campsite and create lasting…

  • Opportunity: Graduating Students Veteran’s Essay Contest

    Opportunity: Graduating Students Veteran’s Essay Contest

    Essex County graduating school seniors essay contest

  • 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball

    250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball

    Visit our page dedicated to the Ball where we will update it with information on tickets, meal options and more.  We look forward to celebrating at the Ball with you.   Tickets to the 250th Birthday Ball celebration are $75.00 per person. Once you’ve sent the funds electronically please fill out one survey per attendee…

  • Monthly Business Meeting

    Monthly Business Meeting

    Please join us at the Ticonderoga VFW for our monthly business meeting. A light dinner will be provided for those who like to show up a bit early. Our meeting officially starts at 1830. To ensure the detachment provides enough food, be sure to respond to the email that is sent to members within a…

  • Monthly Business Meeting

    Monthly Business Meeting

    Please join us at the Ticonderoga VFW for our monthly business meeting. A light dinner will be provided for those who like to show up a bit early. Our meeting officially starts at 1830. To ensure the detachment provides enough food, be sure to respond to the email that is sent to members within a…

  • Monthly Business Meeting

    Monthly Business Meeting

    Please join us at our Crown Point location for our monthly business meeting. A light dinner will be provided for those who like to show up a bit early. Our meeting officially starts at 1830. To ensure the detachment provides enough food, be sure to respond to the email that is sent to members within…