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Gearhead: An overview of ice climbing gear

By Sierra McGivney

“Are those the Cassin X Dream tools?” Much like rock climbing, in ice climbing you’ll find people absolutely obsessed with gear and they will most likely be the same people. Gearheads don’t just include climbers, it just includes anyone who has a passion for their outdoor gear. Rock climbers trade in their chalk and climbing…

Mirthful messages

By Gillian Scott

The Foot Stuff outdoors podcast, created by four friends devoted to recreation and preservation, offers adventure, antics and activism in every episode.

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The joys and challenges of teaching in a small school district

By Tracy Ormsbee

Deborah Andersen has taught generations of third graders in Bolton Landing, including the parents of her students, most of her nieces and nephews, and her own children.

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Warm woolen mittens and a few of our favorite things from this week

By Melissa Hart

Bernie Sanders' mittens went viral recently (and we couldn't resist joining in on the fun). But it turns out Vermonters aren't the only ones who appreciate warm mittens.

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Forest preserve off the table for additional Army training, say ad hoc committee members

By Gwendolyn Craig

The U.S. Army at Fort Drum is revising its environmental assessment for additional training in the Adirondacks region.

Five Adirondack outings at Nordic ski centers

By Sierra McGivney

Beginner, intermediate and advanced trails with all different mileage can be found at cross-country ski centers.

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Adirondack groups call for more forest preserve funds and rangers

By Gwendolyn Craig

Groups are calling on more investment and forest rangers in the Adirondack Park in the 2022 state budget, despite the state deficit.

Lake George neighbors want to protect crystalline waters when nature calls

By Ry Rivard

“People are going to be peeing in the lake, peeing in the woods."

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Mail delays

By Adirondack Explorer

Due to delays plaguing the US Postal Service, some subscribers have not yet received their issue of the January/February Adirondack Explorer magazine. Sign up to get a PDF copy.

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Ruth Kuhfahl: A friend to many, known for her trail work ethic

By Tracy Ormsbee

With her “easy projects” and welcoming personality, Ruth Kuhfahl has brought many people into the Adirondack fold and taught them about trail work

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