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Ice Castles attraction brings wintertime magic, new tourism opportunity to Lake George
Winter recreation at the park has blossomed, with volunteers maintaining miles of trails, rental center
Bids for 30 mile rail line in heart of Adirondacks so far include Open Space Institute, Revolution Rail
Adirondack Boy Scout camps’ numbers in decline
Proposed constitutional amendment would swap lodge for 400 acres
The Adirondack Explorer set out during the 2021 hiking season to learn more about visitor management strategies being tried—and some that seem to be working—in other popular recreation areas.
Recent NYS DEC Forest Ranger actions
Trek to pond offers solitude for backcountry skiers
A hike through layers of clouds
Ski centers across the park offer trails for all skill...
Barbara Rice, a Saranac Lake native and economic development leader, is the...
Indian Lake school superintendent David Snide. Photo provided. David Snide Age: 56 Birthplace/Hometown: Long Lake Residence: Long Lake Occupation: Superintendent of Indian...
Martino’s 12-year run as Adirondack Park Agency’s top administrator coming to an end
Brittany Christenson plans to continue to serve on state road salt reduction task force
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