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The moose that won’t move: DEC closes Goodman Mt. trail after bull moose settles in

By Brenne Sheehan

State officials closed the trail for now, citing safety concerns for both hikers and the animal

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Budget bill raises alarm for rural hospitals in Adirondacks

By Brenne Sheehan

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Dark skies beckon: Night events see surge in popularity

By Holly Riddle

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Government

APA saves accessibility issue for another day

The Adirondack Park Agency stepped back from the most controversial proposed change to the Adirondack Park State Land Master Plan, leaving for another day what, if any, kinds of devices people with disabilities can use in state wilderness areas. 

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Farms and food

The legacy of Henry Uihlein: farming success in the Adirondacks

Historic Heaven Hill property to become working research farm

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Hiking

Ausable Marsh: Flora and fauna accompany a short hike

Ausable Marsh offers an environmentally abundant alternative to the busier Ausable Point

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Angler falls down Ausable embankment, breaking leg

Plus: Rangers search for missing men in two separate incidents

The hills of the Twin Valley Preserve from a lookout on Payne Mountain.

Communities

Champlain Area Trails buys Twin Valleys Education Center

Acquisition prioritizes maintaining and expanding outdoor recreation

Invasive Species

Adirondack invasive species primer with expert Brian Greene

Tips for preventing the spread of some troublesome species



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Invasive Species

Adirondack invasive species primer with expert Brian Greene

Tips for preventing the spread of some troublesome species

Outdoor Recreation

Bog River put in gets facelift with additional parking 

Lows Lake access upgraded for canoe, kayak users

Communities

Celebrating diversity, though bird song

Black Birders Week celebration brings community and curiosity for birding at inaugural event in Lake Placid

Outdoor Recreation

Who will lead trips for Adirondack Mountain Club?

Some chapters cite updated training requirements as contributing to decline in volunteers

History & Culture

Exploring the headwaters of the Erie Canal

The Black River Watershed houses rich history of industry and innovation

Government

Hochul advances 2 new APA board picks: Scientist, environmental lawyer

Appointment slate includes new terms for current Adirondack Park Agency board members

Clean energy

An inside look into Stillwater Dam

Saranac Lake-based company takes over operations of Stillwater Dam powerhouse, which generates electricity from flows out of Stillwater Reservoir

Communities

Whitney buyer says New York shut out of Adirondack Park land deal

Texas developer under contract to buy Whitney estate says he's open to exploring easement opportunities

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Hiking

Ausable Marsh: Flora and fauna accompany a short hike

Ausable Marsh offers an environmentally abundant alternative to the busier Ausable Point

The hills of the Twin Valley Preserve from a lookout on Payne Mountain.

Communities

Champlain Area Trails buys Twin Valleys Education Center

Acquisition prioritizes maintaining and expanding outdoor recreation

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Outdoor Recreation

Bog River put in gets facelift with additional parking 

Lows Lake access upgraded for canoe, kayak users

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Outdoor Recreation

Who will lead trips for Adirondack Mountain Club?

Some chapters cite updated training requirements as contributing to decline in volunteers

Through its news reporting and analysis, the nonprofit Adirondack Explorer furthers the wise stewardship, public enjoyment for all, community vitality, and lasting protection of the Adirondack Park.

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