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Neil Woodworth, Michael Barrett and Julia Goren

Navigating change: Adirondack Mountain Club seeks dynamic leader

By Gwendolyn Craig

Interim director Julia Goren leads ADK's charge in summit stewardship, visitor engagement

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How US-Canada political tensions are impacting Adirondack tourism

By Tim Rowland

Canadian travel cancellations start adding up to economic loss for Adirondack businesses

Old Mountain Road Photo by Mike Lynch

Changes ahead for access to Jackrabbit Ski Trail

By Mike Lynch

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.

The Hays Brook Trail Network is popular with skiers as evidenced by two lanes of well-packed track set at the trail register. The network offers three destinations including lean-tos at Grass Pond and the Sheep Meadow. Photo by Tom French.

Where to find perfect snow? Try the Debar Mountain Wild Forest

By Tom French

Sheep Meadow ski trail in Northern Adirondacks boasts good conditions, quiet solitude

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Essex residents weigh in on solar farm planned for Hickory Hill

By Tim Rowland

Community solar project planned for farm fields along Route 22

Sunset from a firewtower.

5 short Adirondack hikes perfect for a date

By Isabella Susino

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

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Share your Adirondack Love

By Adirondack Explorer

You'll feel good knowing you are making an impact on this special place.

Snowmobile check at the Adirondack Rail Trail. Photo provided by NYS DEC

Grace Peak rescue takes place in sub-zero temps

By Adirondack Explorer

Plus: A hiker collapsed on Wolf Pond trail outside Newcomb

A panoramic photo of Whallonsburg. Historic photo provided by Whallonsburg Grange Hall

How the historic Whallonsburg Grange Hall continues to build community

By Tim Rowland

Iconic meeting place has come into its own and is searching for a full-time director

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Settling the salt score: AdkAction holds state accountable for lack of progress

By Gwendolyn Craig

Road salt key issue in state transportation budget hearing

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