Boat stewards work to ensure smooth transition to mandatory inspections, although staffing remains an issue By Zachary Matson Boat stewards Jim Reynolds and Kevin Kennedy chatted a recent Friday morning with longtime friends and neighbors as … [Read more...] about No boat left behind
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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
Hochul signs invasives transport law
By Zachary Matson Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday signed a new law enabling the establishment of more boat inspection stations in and around the Adirondack Park aimed at minimizing the spread of aquatic invasive species. The new law … [Read more...] about Hochul signs invasives transport law
Hydrilla and other invasives knocking on doors to the Adirondacks
Invasive mitigation efforts continue as groups await permanent boat inspection law By Zachary Matson Hydrilla, a hulking aquatic invasive plant that has been found in other parts of the state and broader east coast region, continued to … [Read more...] about Hydrilla and other invasives knocking on doors to the Adirondacks
Adirondack boat inspections close to becoming permanent
NYS Senate, Assembly bolster efforts to keep invasive species out of waterways By Gwendolyn Craig State lawmakers in the assembly and senate unanimously passed a bill this week strengthening and making permanent a law against spreading aquatic … [Read more...] about Adirondack boat inspections close to becoming permanent