State expands Cranberry Lake Wild Forest: What it means for canoeists, kayakers
By Phil Brown
New 965-acre state acquisition will enhance Oswegatchie River access for paddlers
Phil Brown
Phil Brown edited the Adirondack Explorer from 1999 until his retirement in 2018. He continues to explore the park and to write for the publication and website.
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Exploring the Hudson: Student expedition trekked 375 miles
By Phil Brown
Documentary follows high school students from Mount Marcy to New York City while highlighting pollution concerns
Brothers make history skiing 81 mountains in Adirondacks, Catskills
By Phil Brown
Pair documents their feat in film "Variable," which will have a Dec. 7 screening in Lake Placid
Comment on the Adirondack Park state lands plan: Time to revisit backcountry skiing trails
By Phil Brown
Plan updates should include new definition to allow for wider ski trails
Adirondack Rail Trail phase 2: Loop rides for all levels
By Phil Brown
Because sometimes loops are better than out and back
A scenic loop ride off the Adirondack Rail Trail
By Phil Brown
This excursion from Phase 2 of the Adirondack Rail Trail features ponds, wetlands, wildflowers and wildlife.
Adirondack Rail Trail adds the next 15 miles
By Phil Brown
Phase 2 of the Adirondack Rail Trail opened today, ahead of schedule. The next phase is expected to be finished next year.
Surviving a fall
By Phil Brown
Experienced ice climber describes Jan. 9 accident in Cascade Pass
Commentary: It’s time to rethink place names
By Phil Brown
Still, we ought not change the names willy-nilly.
A reason for a third bike
By Phil Brown
Gravel bikes come in handy on these 3 rail-trail rides