• Skip to main content

The only independent, nonprofit news organization solely dedicated to reporting on the Adirondack Park.

Donate

Through its news reporting and analysis, the nonprofit Adirondack Explorer furthers the wise stewardship, public enjoyment for all, community vitality, and lasting protection of the Adirondack park.

  • Latest News
  • Environment
  • Communities
  • Recreation
  • About the Adirondacks
  • About Adirondack Explorer
  • How can we help you?
  • Shop Adirondack Merchandise
  • Advertise with Adirondack Explorer

Magazine

Subscribe to our print magazine

Subscribe

Donations

Support our journalism

Donate

Newsletter

Sign up for our emails

Sign Up

Terms of Use • Privacy Policy

Adirondack Explorer

The Adirondack Explorer is a nonprofit magazine covering the Adirondack Park's environment, recreation and communities.

All Stories by Adirondack Explorer

aftermath of wildfire

Fires in 10 New York state counties burn more than 37 acres

By Adirondack Explorer

Rangers respond to cold and wet hikers on Whiteface Memorial Highway

federal policy impacts graphic

Federal policy changes: Adirondack updates

By Adirondack Explorer

Updates from Explorer staff, as we keep track of what's happening

Seward Mountain search

Overdue Seward Mt. hiker found at nearby lean-to

By Adirondack Explorer

Snowshoe tracks led rangers to 57-year-old missing hiker

carol mackinnon

Carol MacKinnon Fox joins the Adirondack Explorer team

By Adirondack Explorer

Carol MacKinnon Fox joins the Adirondack Explorer as Deputy Publisher, bringing support the publication’s growth and sustainability.

Missing senior with dementia found safe in North Hudson

By Adirondack Explorer

From NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s weekly forest ranger report

Rangers brought a new stove to the Lake Colden Outpost. Photo provided by the DEC.

Hikers with frozen feet call for help

By Adirondack Explorer

Forest rangers also search for a wanted man

Indian Lake snowmobile accident. Photo provided by DEC.

Snowmobiler suffers severe injuries; overdue hikers found at Johns Brook Lodge

By Adirondack Explorer

Snowmobiler critically injured on Indian Lake; rangers assist two lost hikers in dangerous winter conditions.

Stuck snowmobile in Indian Lake. Photo provided by the DEC.

Missing snowmobiler found; NYS police, rangers assist with Vermont plane crash

By Adirondack Explorer

Two snowmobile incidents in Hamilton County, including a crash and a missing rider, ensuring quick rescues by Rangers.

Rangers conduct snowmobile accident response training. Photo provided by NYS DEC.

One injured in Inlet snowmobile accident

By Adirondack Explorer

Forest rangers also participate in snowmobile accident response training

Wildlife photographer shares insights in Explorer Q&A session

By Adirondack Explorer

Jeff Nadler shared with the Adirondack Explorer his experience in photographing wildlife and the northern lights

  • Page 1
  • Page 2
  • Page 3
  • Page 4
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 95

Explore all topics

Adirondackers
Biking
Clean energy
Climate
Communities
Economy
Environment
Explorer news
Farms and food
Fishing
Government
High Peaks use
Hiking
History & Culture
Housing
Invasive Species
Land use
Outdoor Recreation
Paddling
Search and rescue
Skiing
Snow Sports
Water quality
Wildlife

Explore the Adirondack Region

Old Forge

Gore Mountain

High Peaks

Lake Champlain

Lake George

Hamilton County

Saranac Lake

Keene

Schroon Lake

Tupper Lake

Whiteface Mountain

St. Lawrence County

Through its news reporting and analysis, the nonprofit Adirondack Explorer furthers the wise stewardship, public enjoyment for all, community vitality, and lasting protection of the Adirondack Park.

Stay Connected
  • About the Explorer
  • Meet the team
  • Advertise
  • Contact us
  • Outdoor recreation
  • Environment
  • Communities
  • Start a subscription
  • Make a donation
  • Shop Adirondack merchandise
  • Sign up for newsletters
  • Commenting policy
  • Corrections policy
  • Privacy policy
  • Refund and cancellation policies

30 Academy St., P.O. Box 1355, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 • Phone: (518) 891-9352

Copyright © 2025 • Adirondack Explorer • All Rights Reserved.