By Brandon Loomis Saranac Lake celebrated its “bronze-level” certification as one of New York’s 62 Climate Smart Communities on Thursday. In the Adirondack region, Saranac Lake joins Warren County and Lake George in receiving that bronze-level … [Read more...] about Saranac Lake joins New York’s growing list of “Climate Smart Communities”
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Finding peace among the teeming High Peaks
A journey in search of solitude in the busy Adirondack summer By Brandon Loomis Where there’s a will, there’s wilderness. I formed that conclusion about the High Peaks Wilderness experience somewhere on the northeastern flank of Mount … [Read more...] about Finding peace among the teeming High Peaks
Dogs on a mission in Tupper Lake
By Brandon Loomis It was a canine convention atop Coney Mountain. Chili, our rambunctious mutt (best guess a shepherd-border collie mix), strained at his leash, eager to cross the rocky plateau and greet a golden retriever named Kiefer. Manny, … [Read more...] about Dogs on a mission in Tupper Lake
State captures bear that raided Lake Colden campsites
UPDATE from DEC Region 5: “Due to a documented escalation of the bear’s aggressive behavior since 2018, DEC determined the bear was a threat to public safety and humanely euthanized the animal following appropriate protocols.” By Brandon … [Read more...] about State captures bear that raided Lake Colden campsites
Lake George Hike-A-Thon goes virtual
By Brandon Loomis Lake George’s grand annual group hike is adding some personal space to the schedule this summer. Make that a lot of space, and quiet time for reflection, as the Independence Day weekend Lake George Hike-A-Thon drops its … [Read more...] about Lake George Hike-A-Thon goes virtual
Adirondackers on guard against forest pests
By Brandon Loomis Tiny, sap-sucking bugs strip hemlock needles and open a forest’s cooling canopy to sunlight. Exotic green beetles drill into ash trees and leave offspring that kill by carving tunnels that choke off circulation. Brightly … [Read more...] about Adirondackers on guard against forest pests
