Another year for watchdog journalism This past year, the Explorer expanded its full-time investigative reporting to bring readers coverage of the Adirondacks they cannot find anywhere else. We dug deeply into two issues of significant importance … [Read more...] about Ten things we’re keeping our eyes on in 2023
2022 explored
Plenty of exploring to come
Adirondack Explorer turns 25 in 2023 By Tracy Ormsbee Some of you who have just begun seeing our daily posts to the Adirondack Explorer’s website or are new subscribers to our glossy magazine might think the Explorer is one of the hundreds of … [Read more...] about Plenty of exploring to come
2022 Explored: Carrying Capacity
Judges weigh argument that state must study lake capacity before approving projects A new legal theory reached the state’s appellate courts in 2022 and could lead to judicial guidance on the state’s responsibility to study Adirondack lakes in more … [Read more...] about 2022 Explored: Carrying Capacity
2022 Explored: Outdoor Recreation
Adventure, trail work and a backcountry happy hour In 2022, Explorer recreation writers made backcountry trips to a variety of areas throughout the Adirondack Park, traveling by bike, skis, foot and boat. Among the most prolific, … [Read more...] about 2022 Explored: Outdoor Recreation
2022 Explored: Wildlife
Stories of moose, wolves and hummingbirds draw readers Why the moose population hasn’t grown is a complex question scientists are grappling with in the Adirondack region. Researchers estimate up to 900 moose residing in the … [Read more...] about 2022 Explored: Wildlife
2022 Explored: Champlain power line
Champlain Hudson Power Express cable to transport electricity under lake on way to NYC A major transmission line that will send energy under Lake Champlain from massive Canadian reservoirs to New York City broke ground in 2022. The … [Read more...] about 2022 Explored: Champlain power line