Climber’s ode to park's remote crags won't likely spoil the fun By Phil Brown Some people were into social distancing before the pandemic. They’re the ones you won’t see on the busy trails in the Adirondack High Peaks. They prefer … [Read more...] about Panther Gorge: Not secret, but safely remote
Riding the rails
Adirondack Rail Trail, while still under construction, is living up to expectations By Phil Brown Now that work crews have begun removing the tracks, many cyclists can’t wait to ride the Adirondack Rail Trail. I couldn’t wait either, so … [Read more...] about Riding the rails
Summer roadwork planned for Route 73
DOT plans to replace guardrails on stretch of road in Keene Valley By Phil BrownMotorists should expect slowdowns on Route 73 this summer while work crews replace guardrail on a 15-mile stretch of road. The work will begin in June and conclude … [Read more...] about Summer roadwork planned for Route 73
The end of winter? Not in the Adirondacks
Late-April snowstorm provides a chance for one more ski By Phil BrownI had given up on winter. Put away my skis. Went rock climbing. Rode my mountain bike. Saw a few wildflowers.And then it snowed in late April. Two days in a row. On the second … [Read more...] about The end of winter? Not in the Adirondacks
Route 73 pull-off closures cut parking for hikers, climbers
State says barriers will improve Route 73 traffic safety Climbers decry lack of access to destinations around Chapel Pond Pass By Phil Brown As of this week, hikers and rock climbers have far fewer places to park off Route 73, near popular … [Read more...] about Route 73 pull-off closures cut parking for hikers, climbers
Climbing royalty
A trek up King Wall with the climber who named it By Phil Brown I met Don Mellor in Chapel Pond Pass. We parked our cars along Route 73, walked through the open woods, and began scrambling up mossy boulders in a clear, tumbling stream. After 20 … [Read more...] about Climbing royalty