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Tim Rowland

Tim Rowland is a columnist, author and outdoors writer living in Jay. He can be reached at [email protected].

All Stories by Tim Rowland

The High Peaks from Mt. Gilligan.

Gilligan: It may be small, but it deserves respect

By Tim Rowland

With more than 1,400 feet in elevation gain, this overlooked mountain is more than a 'family hike'

A man in a plaid shirt and two women pose together.

Keeseville community-based radio reignites the old-time ‘gift of gab’

By Tim Rowland

Ausable Valley Grange Hall launches WAVG_LP, a hyperlocal talk and music station

fort drum soldiers

Initiative aims to connect outgoing Fort Drum soldiers with North Country jobs

By Tim Rowland

$10M plan aims to keep 3,500+ veterans in the region to combat labor shortage

Two museum visitors look at a faded white and pink vintage army uniform.

Untold Revolutionary War stories unveiled at new Fort Ticonderoga exhibit

By Tim Rowland

In a place rich with Revolutionary War history, never-before-seen artifacts go on show

The view south from Payne Mountain.

Payne Mountain: A haven for solitude

By Tim Rowland

Twin Valley Preserve trail offers some of the best views in the Champlain Valley

woman tending bar

Adirondack job outlook: Opportunities surge in health and hospitality—challenges remain amid worker shortages

By Tim Rowland

Adirondack Park's workforce vision involves balancing aging populations with youth-driven sustainability

Keene Valley from a Blueberry overlook.

The underrated workout of Blueberry Mountain

By Tim Rowland

A High Peaks-style jaunt with zero parking issues

Mountain Lake’s crew looks for blowdown to clear on the Mt. Gilligan trail.

Community spirit shines as Mountain Lake Services volunteers enhance Mt. Gilligan trail

By Tim Rowland

Agency that serves people with disabilities embodies half a century of heartfelt volunteerism

carl mountain view

Discovering Carl: The unassuming mountain that rises above Poke-o-Moonshine

By Tim Rowland

Key takeaway: Don't underestimate the tame-sounding Carl Mountain

The Mill cultural center, which began life as a granary in 1952.

Westport’s Champlain Valley Seed Cooperative reimagined as community hub

By Tim Rowland

Follow the Mill's journey from Adirondack seed cooperative to a cultural center, with art, music and 1920s-themed bar

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