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New director on the ‘never-ending’ fight against invasive species in the Adirondack Park
Brian Greene discusses the challenges facing Adirondack Park as it loses its natural defenses against invasive species, emphasizing the role of herbicides in future conservation efforts
Baldface Mountain offers scavenger hunt of marvels
Bushwhack near Debar Mountain gives opportunity to work on compass skills
DEC, partners offer rebate to hunters who buy lead-free ammo
Promotion aims to protect scavengers such as bald eagles, which can ingest lead in discarded deer remains
Boquet River Association names new leader
Watershed group looks to ramp up efforts to protect the Boquet River
New York’s constitutional amendment sparks heated debate among Adirondack residents
Understanding Proposition 1: The Controversial Equal Rights Amendment before voters on Nov. 5
Unraveling a 100-year-old murder mystery at Whiteface
Classic Adirondack hike masks a grim legacy
TedxTupper Lake speakers hope to inspire
Thirteen ambitious speakers shared their perspectives on natural connections.
Public hearing for large Great Sacandaga solar project draws few attendees
Commenters support landowner, dairy farmer who seeks to sustain business with proposed 40-megawatt array in Mayfield
Chronic wasting disease discovery in Adirondack region raises concerns for wildlife
State officials are investigating a case of chronic wasting disease that was found in a captive deer late last week.
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Baldface Mountain offers scavenger hunt of marvels
Bushwhack near Debar Mountain gives opportunity to work on compass skills
Discovering the Moose River Plains: A journey of mountain biking, friendship, and fear
Mountain biking in the Moose River Plains comes with a fist pump
Hiking in William West Durant’s ‘stomping grounds’
Hiking through history on Sawyer Mountain, located halfway between Indian Lake and Blue Mountain Lake
After 2-year closure, Lows Lake access is back for paddlers
Next summer paddlers will once again have full access to miles of wilderness paddling.