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Woods biking to county line monument

In search of a hidden marker

By Tom French

Marker on Herkimer-St. Lawrence county line proves tough one to locate

Remembering an Adirondack legend

By Tim Rowland

Richard Persico led the Adirondack Park Agency through its tumultuous early years

Young, rural and queer

By Megan Plete Postol

'Adirondack Queer' podcast sorts through issues around gender identity, growing up gay in the Adirondacks

The Brampton

State seeks $420,000 penalty from former Hudson River retreat partner

By Gwendolyn Craig

The matter stems back to multiple structures Jeffrey Lee and property owner James John McDonald illegally built in the Town of Thurman.

macdonough

A bushwhack worthy of a naval hero

By Tim Rowland

Macdonough Mountain lives up to greatness for which it is named.

barney bellinger

Inspired by nature

By Holly Riddle

In 50 years as a working artist, Barney Bellinger has elevated the Adirondacks arts scene.

upper works trailhead

More than a parking lot, Upper Works is an experience in itself

By Tim Rowland

A trip down Tahawus road provides peak into Adirondack history, as well as serving as southern High Peaks gateway

Bill McKibben launches new climate projects

By Melissa Hart

Author and climate activist Bill McKibben has recently created two new initiatives.

Rail Trail

Rail and trail: Your questions answered

By Tim Rowland

State agencies give project updates on the Lake Placid/Tupper Lake rail trail, and rail rehab from Big Moose to Tupper

bill amadon

Bill Amadon: Artist, trail builder, stewardship coordinator

By Adirondack Explorer

A quick Q&A with Bill Amadon, who is the stewardship coordinator for Champlain Area Trails; registered outdoor guide; artist

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