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APA accepting public comment on Adirondack Park state LMP for Mount Van Hoevenberg RAY BROOK, NY – The Adirondack Park Agency (APA) is accepting public comment for a proposed amendment to the Mount Van… -
Snake falls from ceiling in Oswego County A six-foot-long Red-Tailed boa constrictor falls on sleeping man in Oswego County. Read all the DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officers… -
The Mountaineer Supports Summit Stewardship through Patagonia grant Keene Valley, NY – The Mountaineer, an iconic local outfitter, recently partnered with Patagonia to support educational and research efforts… -
Forest rangers end search for man in Adirondacks Forest rangers and state police have ended their search for a Bangor man who has been missing since early July.… -
Hiking the Lake George 12sters The Lake Gorge 12sters was founded in 2016 as a way to encourage hikers to explore Lake George to its… -
APA Chairman Sherman Craig announces Retirement RAY BROOK, NY – At the July 2018 Agency meeting, Chairman Sherman Craig announced his retirement from the Adirondack Park…
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OSI protects 1,200 acres in Adirondacks
The Open Space Institute has purchased 1,200 acres abutting the Hammond Pond Wild Forest in the eastern Adirondacks, with an eye toward selling the land… >>MoreView Finder
State announces initiatives to address overuse
The state announced several initiatives today to address issues related to overuse in the High Peaks. The High Peaks, Dix, Giant and Hurricane Wildernesses, Baxter… >>MoreIn this Magazine
On the road with Cycle Adirondacks
Welcome to organized bicycle touring in the Adirondacks, where even a looming storm can’t dampen the good vibe. The event, which started in 2015, brings… >>MoreThe Video Room
Orient Express at McKenzie Pond Boulders
Adirondack Explorer Editor Phil Brown on the Orient Express, a fun, easy problem (rated V0) at the McKenzie Pond Boulders.… >>MoreNews Releases
APA accepting public comment on Adirondack Park state LMP for Mount Van Hoevenberg
RAY BROOK, NY – The Adirondack Park Agency (APA) is accepting public comment for a proposed amendment to the Mount Van… >>MoreExplorer Reports
Revamped 46er app helps hikers identify peaks
In 2011, Keith Kubarek developed version 1.0 of “ADK46erNow," an app designed to help hikers with all aspects of their climbs of the forty-six High… >>MoreOutdoor Recreation
Hiking the Lake George 12sters
The Lake Gorge 12sters was founded in 2016 as a way to encourage hikers to explore Lake George to its… >>MoreEnvironment
Lake George beachgoers can call to check on Million Dollar water
Would-be swimmers at Lake George’s Million Dollar Beach, which closed for 10 days last summer and one day this year… >>MoreAdirondack Almanack
Richard Gast: Scream for Ice Cream
You know it’s hot outside when you stop by a friend’s home on the 4th of July, he’s got a… >>MoreAdvertisement
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