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Mike Lynch

Mike Lynch has been the Explorer's climate reporter since January 2025 and has worked for the publication since 2014. In addition to writing about climate change, he covers issues related to wildlife. Mike has also worked as a licensed outdoor guide and thru-paddled the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. He is the author of 12 Short Hikes on Preserves near Lake George. He can be reached at [email protected].

All Stories by Mike Lynch

Paddling the Champlain Valley’s Boquet River, a wild waterway originating in the High Peaks

By Mike Lynch

There are many options for paddling trips down the Boquet River through the Champlain Valley, for paddlers of all skill levels.

Shaping the future management of High Peaks: Public meeting set

By Mike Lynch

Input sought for improving visitors' experiences in High Peaks Wilderness

Erik Kulleseid speaks at John Brown's Farm in Lake Placid in 2021. Photo courtesy of state parks.

From parks commissioner to OSI leader: Erik Kulleseid’s passion for land preservation

By Mike Lynch

Hudson Valley native steers conservation at Open Space Institute

trailhead stewards

Trailhead educators ready to advise hikers in High Peaks region of the Adirondacks

By Mike Lynch

Adirondack Mountain Club is expanding its trailhead steward program to Route 73 trailheads.

kim Elliman in a blue vest

Retired Open Space Institute leader looks back on milestones

By Mike Lynch

OSI achievements under the leadership of Christopher 'Kim' Elliman include safeguarding over two million acres and advancing recreation in the Adirondacks

health commissioner speaking on the safety of consuming fish caught in adirondack waters

New York’s top doctor: Adirondack fish offer nutrition; but eat sparingly

By Mike Lynch

Health Commissioner James McDonald was in Lake Placid to raise awareness of his department's fish advisory in the Adirondacks.

Transforming play: The journey to creating an Adirondack children’s museum

By Mike Lynch

How one parent's vision became PlayADK, with a community-centered approach to its project

Summit of Round Mountain with Dix in the background.

A collection of Adirondack summer trip ideas

By Mike Lynch

Explorer staff and contributors share favorite outings across the Adirondacks

Chris Morris paddles Union Falls Pond on the Saranac River. Photo by Mike Lynch

Paddling primer

By Mike Lynch

Chris Morris talks about paddling opportunities on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and precautions for boating in the spring.

After delayed start, John Dillon Park to reopen June 14

By Mike Lynch

Paul Smith's College and International Paper have come to terms to open the unique facility.