
Paddling primer
By Mike Lynch
Chris Morris talks about paddling opportunities on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and precautions for boating in the spring.
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By Mike Lynch
Chris Morris talks about paddling opportunities on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and precautions for boating in the spring.
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An easy, two-car, mostly flatwater float along the Oswegatchie between Cranberry Lake and Newton Falls.
Looking for a place to paddle? We asked five experienced canoeists to recommend a favorite trip in the Adirondacks. All of these waters are easily accessible. All are flat-water paddles, but beware that the wind can kick up whitecaps on Lake George and Long Lake.