By Mike Lynch Some semblance of normalcy is returning to the events world of the Adirondacks, as organizers are planning to hold canoe races, bike tours, and a frog jumping contest in the coming months. Paddling races In Saranac Lake, the … [Read more...] about After COVID-induced hiatus, outdoor events gear up for comeback
90 miler
Annual 90-Miler canoe race canceled
The 90-Miler, a big tourism draw in September, has been canceled by the organizers due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 3-day paddling event that takes paddlers from Old Forge to Long Lake to Saranac Lake was scheduled to take place Sept. 11-13. The … [Read more...] about Annual 90-Miler canoe race canceled
Northern Forest Canoe Trail commits to buy 90-Miler
By Mike Lynch The three-day, 90-mile Adirondack Canoe Classic, one of the most popular events in the Adirondack Park, is set to come under new ownership by 2021. The nonprofit Northern Forest Canoe Trail recently signed a letter of intent to … [Read more...] about Northern Forest Canoe Trail commits to buy 90-Miler
Forest ranger highlights: 90-Miler participant gets lost and is rescued
The following are forest ranger actions that took place between September 2 and September 8. The information was provided by the state Department of Environmental Conservation. The Explorer provided additional information in the description of the … [Read more...] about Forest ranger highlights: 90-Miler participant gets lost and is rescued
90-Miler poses a classic challenge
By Susan Bibeau Every September since 1983, paddlers of all ages and abilities have been gathering with boats of all different shapes and sizes to take part in a quintessentially Adirondack event. Beginning in Old Forge and ending in Saranac Lake, … [Read more...] about 90-Miler poses a classic challenge