
Big fish, bigger stakes: Lake Placid’s lake trout caught in derby crosshairs
Local guides blame out-of-state contest for dwindling giants, but state officials see little threat

Do Adirondack land use policies hinder rangers’ rescue efforts?
Forest rangers say wilderness restoration policies hampered abilities to search for missing Canadian hiker Leo DuFour, who died on Allen Mountain

Wild Center expands life-sized ball run attraction
The Raquette River Roll includes a variety of sculptures and interactive elements for visitors to enjoy

Celebrating summer in the Adirondacks
Kick off the official start of summer with a variety of outdoor activities

Westport trail network gains community support
Trails around Hoisington Mountain offer scenic views of the Champlain Valley

Invasive species prevention: An Adirondack paddler’s guide to clean, drain, and dry protocols
A Pennsylvanian gets schooled on the ways of Adirondack waters
Adirondack Explorer reports on the intersections between the natural world and the built environment, through the lens of the unique 6-million acre Adirondack Park in Northern New York State. Topics include: environment, communities, recreation.
Keene Valley’s Garden parking to close for repairs
Popular Adirondack access point will be shut down for upgrades next week
Ticonderoga faces federal water shutoff deadline
Chilson and Eagle Lake residents that depend on Gooseneck Pond water source brace for possible shutoff
Celebrating Juneteenth: Remembering a path to freedom
Underground Railroad Museum plans tour of historic sites in Champlain Valley
Rangers assist dehydrated hikers in Cranberry Lake, Mt Haystack
Plus: Hiker and dog stuck on ledge on Crane Mountain
Keeseville opens new waterfront park, amid other revitalization efforts
Community revitalization efforts are growing in this former Adirondack mill town
Grant funds in action: New tech helps small towns tackle water pollution problems
An aging wastewater treatment facility in Bolton adopts technology to reduce polluting runoff
A fair share? Grant programs fall short for the Adirondacks, officials say
Adirondack communities at a disadvantage when competing for state funds, even as state dollars flow into the park
APA saves accessibility issue for another day
Ernst thanked for service; new board members confirmed by senate
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Paddling Dead Creek to Raquette River
A new canoe and winding rapids make for an enjoyable Adirondack paddle

Wild Center expands life-sized ball run attraction
The Raquette River Roll includes a variety of sculptures and interactive elements for visitors to enjoy

Westport trail network gains community support
Trails around Hoisington Mountain offer scenic views of the Champlain Valley

Keene Valley’s Garden parking to close for repairs
Popular Adirondack access point will be shut down for upgrades next week