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Adirondack Explorer

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

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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

Phelps Mountain hoist rescue. Photo provided by the NYS DEC.

DEC rangers rescue hiker on Phelps, call for helicopter transport

By Adirondack Explorer

A helicopter rescue on Phelps with a transfer to local hospital. Plus: another rail trail snowmobile accident

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Join us in a visual journey with nature photographer Jeff Nadler

By Adirondack Explorer

This Q&A will feature Jeff Nadler, a wildlife photographer who has taken on capturing aurora borealis in recent years.

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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

Exploring Black history in the Adirondacks

By Adirondack Explorer

Black history: from abolitionists to historic settlements, discover their resiliency and persistence in shaping the region's legacy.

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Two separate fatalities reported this week in the Adirondacks

By Adirondack Explorer

From NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's weekly forest ranger report. Two unrelated deaths occurred in the park this week.

Causeway at the Adirondack Rail Trail over Lake Colby

Snowmobiler dies after Adirondack Rail Trail crash

By Adirondack Explorer

A New Jersey snowmobiler died Saturday after an accident on the Adirondack Rail Trail in the town of Harrietstown.

Bill McKibben speaks to importance of renewable energy

By Adirondack Explorer

This Q&A featured Bill McKibben, a prominent climate activist, discussing the current state of climate change and renewable energy solutions.

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One injured after a snowmobile accident near Sacandaga Lake

By Adirondack Explorer

From NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's weekly forest ranger report. One injured by snowmobile near Sacandaga Lake.

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