Records show 782,000 acres are without any management plans By Gwendolyn Craig It was an 80-degree Friday in June and Richard Goldmann was trying to enjoy his day off. The anesthesiologist from Poughkeepsie planned to ride the Warren County … [Read more...] about The long wait for forest preserve plans
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Chimney Mountain trailhead closed to the public
Cabin owners consider a reservation system By Gwendolyn Craig Access to Chimney Mountain, a short and steep hike with an iconic rock feature in the Siamese Ponds Wilderness, became more difficult last week. The owners of the Cabins at … [Read more...] about Chimney Mountain trailhead closed to the public
Study drills down into numbers of Marcy, Algonquin hikers
Research firm’s report complements ongoing visitor data collection in High Peaks By Gwendolyn Craig Editor's note: This story has been updated to include a link and download to the Adirondack Council's report. A newly released Adirondack … [Read more...] about Study drills down into numbers of Marcy, Algonquin hikers
Wildfires: Are Adirondack forests at risk of burning?
Answer: Not likely. But it depends on how wet - or dry - the conditions are By Chloe Bennett In April, hundreds of New Jersey residents were evacuated from a fire that ripped through almost 4,000 acres. The wildfire ignited in the Pine Barrens … [Read more...] about Wildfires: Are Adirondack forests at risk of burning?
DEC awards contract for visitor management framework
Oregon firm worked on Acadia National Park reservation system By Gwendolyn Craig A Portland, Oregon-based research and planning firm will help the state address increased visitation in parts of the Adirondack Park’s High Peaks and the … [Read more...] about DEC awards contract for visitor management framework
Conservation advocacy group sues state again
Protect seeks halt to roadwork in MacIntyre wilderness area By James M. Odato An environmental activist group with a history of success suing the state has filed a new legal challenge demanding that a one mile stretch of wilderness road be … [Read more...] about Conservation advocacy group sues state again