Time: 10 AM – 6 PM

Location: Sagamore Golf Club

Share with your friends, family & network! You're invited to spend a day on the course with your tourism industry colleagues at the annual DONYS Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament featuring a beautiful Par 70 course, food and refreshments, fun activities, and staggered tee times. Details/Register Now

Immersion Tour #1: 

America's Cleanest Lake 

Boat leaves the dock at 2 PM. 

All aboard the Lake George Association Floating Classroom, where you'll hop on a cruise around the lake to measure water clarity, catch zooplankton, and gain hands-on insight into what it takes to keep Lake George clear and clean. Details/Register Now

Immersion Tour #2:

Tourism in Our Towns

Bus leaves the hotel at 1:00 PM. 

Tour around the nearby town of Lake Luzerne, featuring a tour and cheese tasting at Nettle Meadow Farm & Artisan Cheese, a potential short railbike ride at Revolution Rail Co., and a guided tour of facilities at the Adirondack Folk School. Details/Register Now

*If you're registered for the 2025 NYS Tourism Excellence Summit, you are already registered for the 250 Commemoration Summit. There is no need to register twice.

Jonathan Lane, Executive Director at Revolution 250, who will give background to major events of the Massachusetts 250th so far. Learn about the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Massacre, the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, the 250th Anniversary of Lexington & Concord, and the 250th Anniversary of Bunker Hill.

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🗞️ NYSTIA News

Register Now to be a 2026 Tourism Champion

I do need to budget and contract for 2026 now, so I'm asking for your 2026 registration ASAP. Sign-up now to be a 2026 Tourism Champion. Invoicing will occur in 01/2026 unless otherwise requested.

- Nate Gresock, Consumer Programs Coordinator

Starting tomorrow, Nate Gresock will be representing our Tourism Champions every day of the NYS Fair! Keep an eye on our social media for his updates. We are still looking for volunteers to help promote our great state. Volunteers will receive a free parking pass and admission ticket for the day(s) you volunteer.

Volunteer Now - choose your preferred day/shift

There are two (2) board vacancies open for the 2025 Board of Directors. One vacancy is for a TPA board position and one is for a non-TPA tourism industry business. The Nominating Committee is seeking individuals ready to put their expertise, enthusiasm and experience to work for the advancement NYS's tourism industry!

Self-Nominate by August 23

⚽️ Recently, U.S. Travel launched the America’s Sports and Travel Mega Event Coalition (ASTMEC)—a national alliance of sports, travel and business leaders working to ensure the U.S. delivers on a historic lineup of global sporting events.

Discover Schenectady announced today that the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) will present Rockin’ the Dome — an all-new planetarium series combining stunning 360-degree visuals with the timeless energy of classic rock. The first Rockin’ the Dome...

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The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character. Winning photos will be...

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As we prepare to commemorate America's 250th Anniversary, we have a special opportunity in the October 2025 edition to share New York State heritage! Feature your destination in the October 2025 New York State section for a discounted rate! Content will be written by America Journal's professional travel writers with your input/requests.

Learn More & Sign Up - Reserve Space by August 21, 2025

Presenting an Exciting New Look + Fresh Design

Increase Tourism by 'Sharing Your Adventure' starting at $300!

50,000 – 150,000+ Monthly Visits*: DiscoverUpstateNY.com reaches thousands of potential travelers interested in visiting and engaging in your offering. Learn more about their programs promoting the: Erie Canal Bicentennial, 4 Season Destinations, Wineries, Breweries, Parks and more in your region!

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There are no new career listings posted at this time, but refer to our careers board for open positions.

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WHAT WE DO TOGETHER:

Advancing responsible, sustainable economic growth, community revitalization, small business success, job creation, quality of life and pride of place by realizing the potential of New York State's tourism industry and facilitating the success of NYSTIA members.