
How a golf course transformed into groomed ski trails: The backstory behind Tupper Lake’s Frenette trail network
By Tom French
Free cross-country skiing for all ages, on a wide double track
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Tom French splits his time between the Adirondacks and the Thousand Islands from his home in Potsdam. More information about his writing can be found at Tom-French.net.
By Tom French
Free cross-country skiing for all ages, on a wide double track
By Tom French
Carvers use both old and new methods to craft annual tradition
By Tom French
Search for fresh snow leads to winter wonderland of untouched trails
By Tom French
Wide enough for skate skiing and snowshoes too
By Tom French
The Student Conservation Association's winter trail work session is underway
By Tom French
Short hike offers big views across the St. Lawrence Valley
By Tom French
Author creates his own hiking challenge, complete with sticker for finishers
By Tom French
Bushwhack near Debar Mountain gives opportunity to work on compass skills
By Tom French
A tour of Durant's Pine Knot camp, part of Raquette Lake history