At some national parks, prevention is the answer to search and rescue risks By Mike De Socio Meghan Smith remembers a backpacking trip she took in the Adirondacks when she was in her early 20s. It was winter, and she felt like her group of … [Read more...] about Education first
Learning to love Mount Haystack’s elusive summit
On 2 different climbs, clouds and haze block stellar views Text and photos by Mike De Socio No matter what I do, the glorious views from the summit of Haystack are determined to elude me. I saved the notoriously beautiful peak for the finish of … [Read more...] about Learning to love Mount Haystack’s elusive summit
Pitching in on rescues
In some countries and states, hikers contribute to search and rescue costs. Should the Adirondacks do the same? By Mike De Socio Anyone who spent time in the Adirondacks in 2020 probably doesn’t need official statistics to tell them it … [Read more...] about Pitching in on rescues
‘We have a world class park here’
Julia Goren returns to ADK as new deputy director By Mike De Socio Julia Goren, the incoming deputy director of the Adirondack Mountain Club, was not looking for a new job when she got a call from Michael Barrett, the organization's executive … [Read more...] about ‘We have a world class park here’
Litters on wheels make for easier rescues
Adirondack forest rangers put new rescue gear to good use By Mike De Socio Forest rangers in the Adirondacks are now using a new piece of gear that has made it safer and quicker to transport patients out of the woods. The “wheeled litters,” … [Read more...] about Litters on wheels make for easier rescues
Seasonal businesses scramble to find workers
An uncertain visa program squeezes summer employers By Mike De Socio In any given year, about one fifth of the summer staff at Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge is made up of international students. This year, there’s a chance that … [Read more...] about Seasonal businesses scramble to find workers