Groups tested traffic management and parking reservations Access to some Adirondack Park trails were restricted this year, as hinted in the fall of 2020. The Adirondack Mountain Reserve, a popular gateway to about a dozen High Peaks in Keene, … [Read more...] about 2021 Explored: Adirondack Mountain Reserve permits
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2021 EXPLORED: Invasive species
The endless fight against invasive species continued apace in 2021. Some new invasive species inched into the Adirondack Park, while some continued to unsuccessfully seek a foothold - like hydrilla, which was intercepted by Adirondack … [Read more...] about 2021 EXPLORED: Invasive species
2021 Explored: APA’s decisions
APA cashed fines and caught flack in 2021 In its 50th year, the Adirondack Park Agency oversaw controversial enforcement cases, reviewed several major development and renewable energy projects and seated a chairman after more than 2 ½ years … [Read more...] about 2021 Explored: APA’s decisions
2021 EXPLORED: Snowmobile trails/tree cutting
High court ruled to protect trees on paths A nearly eight-year legal battle over snowmobile trails planned for the Adirondack Park ended in May when the state’s highest court ruled they were unconstitutional, but it did not end … [Read more...] about 2021 EXPLORED: Snowmobile trails/tree cutting
2021 EXPLORED: Land acquisitions and protection
Talk swirled around notable parcels, while smaller tracts went toward improving connectivity Although a few notable large land tracts made headlines in 2021, it was smaller properties that actually changed hands. In October, the Explorer … [Read more...] about 2021 EXPLORED: Land acquisitions and protection
2021 EXPLORED: New trails
Region sees new trails, upgrades to popular ones Crews added or improved several short Adirondack trails in 2021, so hikers seeking easier outings have more options now. The biggest increase came from Champlain Area Trails, which added … [Read more...] about 2021 EXPLORED: New trails