By Mike Lynch Big changes could be on the horizon for the Adirondack Mountain Club. The nonprofit hiking organization is seriously considering purchasing the Cascade Ski Center outside of Lake Placid, while at the same time has listed its … [Read more...] about Seeking to expand, ADK eyes Cascade Ski Center
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‘We have a world class park here’
Julia Goren returns to ADK as new deputy director By Mike De Socio Julia Goren, the incoming deputy director of the Adirondack Mountain Club, was not looking for a new job when she got a call from Michael Barrett, the organization's executive … [Read more...] about ‘We have a world class park here’
Rainy Adirondacks: Wet, gray July coincides with lower traffic on the trail
By Kris Parker It will come as no surprise to anyone slogging down Adirondack trails this summer: July was a rainy one, with few sunny days. Anecdotally, at least, some outdoor recreation observers believe the weather has dampened park … [Read more...] about Rainy Adirondacks: Wet, gray July coincides with lower traffic on the trail
NYC Adirondack Mountain Club chapter sues club
By Gwendolyn Craig An exclusive downstate camp is at the heart of court filings between the New York City Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club and its parent organization, which voted to dissolve it last month. The chapter is suing the … [Read more...] about NYC Adirondack Mountain Club chapter sues club
Trail work faces uncertain summer, as groups await guidance
Court’s ruling leaves towns and trail builders wondering how to proceed By Gwendolyn Craig A court ruling blocking tree removal for snowmobile trails created uncertainty for other recreational projects on the Adirondack Forest Preserve. That … [Read more...] about Trail work faces uncertain summer, as groups await guidance
State seeks volunteers to help with trailhead cleanup, hiker education
Staff report The state is hoping volunteers may be part of a solution to cleaner, safer trails this season through a new adopt-a-trailhead program. Members of the public interested in volunteering will act as stewards, educating hikers and … [Read more...] about State seeks volunteers to help with trailhead cleanup, hiker education