First Brother: A secluded summit in Brant Lake
By Tim Rowland
Perfect for experienced hikers, this winter adventure to First Brother near Brant Lake features bushwhacking through Adirondack wilderness
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6 cross-country ski trails to try this weekend
From scenic trails to expert-level routes, these six trails are perfect spots for your next winter weekend adventure.
Exploring 2 of the Adirondacks’ best multi-pitch ice climbs
By Phil Brown
Phil Brown tackles two classic multi-pitch ice climbing routes - Multiplication Gully and Roaring Brook Falls.
Technology in the backcountry
Using a global positioning system receiver - GPSR - makes it easier to get back safely
Following the links between North, South Boquet mountains
By Tim Rowland
Low peaks overlooking Lake Champlain exist in extensive network of CATS trails
Old Wawbeek Road: Original gateway to Upper Saranac Lake
By Tom French
Ski on underused road is solid option for when there is thin snow cover.
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
Adk Avy launches project to boost avalanche education efforts
Adirondack Avalanche Community Project pursues opportunities to attend trainings, launch forecasting center
A bushwhack up the ‘other’ Split Rock Mountain
By Tim Rowland
Split Rock Falls is just south of New Russia, NY. Known for the swimming holes available there, it's also well-known for bushwhacking.
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