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DEC plans ‘reclamation’ of Echo Pond, killing fish so others may thrive
Longstanding practice aims to restore brook trout

Join us in a visual journey with nature photographer Jeff Nadler
This Q&A will feature Jeff Nadler, a wildlife photographer who has taken on capturing aurora borealis in recent years.

Chasing adventure: The thrill and risk of the mountains
Lisa Ballard dives into why some people push outdoor skills to the limits

Trump’s policies impact research and education programs in the North Country
Paul Smith's College and Trudeau Institute leaders concerned about federal funding cuts for science and research

Jamaican bobsled team trains for Olympics in ‘home away from home’
Team members have been making annual trek to Adirondacks for 37 years

Changes ahead for access to Jackrabbit Ski Trail
Plans are in the works for a new parking lot and trailhead for the Jackrabbit Trail in the town of Keene on Alstead Hill Road.
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Grace Peak rescue takes place in sub-zero temps
Plus: A hiker collapsed on Wolf Pond trail outside Newcomb
How the historic Whallonsburg Grange Hall continues to build community
Iconic meeting place has come into its own and is searching for a full-time director
Settling the salt score: AdkAction holds state accountable for lack of progress
Road salt key issue in state transportation budget hearing
Exploring Black history in the Adirondacks
Black history: from abolitionists to historic settlements, discover their resiliency and persistence in shaping the region's legacy.
Updated: Capital region attorney died Saturday at Gore Mountain
Kevin Colwell, the founder and CEO of the Colwell Law Group in the Capital Region, was killed in a skiing incident this weekend.
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Changes ahead for access to Jackrabbit Ski Trail
Plans are in the works for a new parking lot and trailhead for the Jackrabbit Trail in the town of Keene on Alstead Hill Road.

Where to find perfect snow? Try the Debar Mountain Wild Forest
Sheep Meadow ski trail in Northern Adirondacks boasts good conditions, quiet solitude

5 short Adirondack hikes perfect for a date
Take your date on these 5 short day hikes located in the Adirondack Park. Perfect for getting to know someone while getting outside.

First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness