Here are the basics of picking a canoe based on materials: Aluminum “Boy Scout or family boat” Aluminum canoes have been around a long time. Pros: lesser expensive and more durable Cons: heavyGood for recreational canoeing or day … [Read more...] about Canoe materials
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Outfitters and Guides in the Adirondacks
There are so many great outfitters and guiding businesses to buy or rent a canoe. Here is a short list of some in the area that offer paddling rentals and can help point you in the right direction if you are looking to buy a … [Read more...] about Outfitters and Guides in the Adirondacks
Canoe outing, anyone? Some ideas for ADK trips
St. Regis Canoe Area- Four Ponds and a Peak: A family spends a delightful two days paddling and hiking in the St. Regis Canoe Area—and, best of all, there were no long carries. Saranac Lake Loop-Around the Mountain: Three friends go on a leisurely … [Read more...] about Canoe outing, anyone? Some ideas for ADK trips
PFDs are essential to paddling
PFD: Personal Floatation Device Safety is super important when kayaking or canoeing. A big factor to consider in the Adirondacks is the time of year you are paddling in. During the spring and fall the air temperature and water temperature can be … [Read more...] about PFDs are essential to paddling
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
Adirondack Land Trust conserves Upper Saranac shoreline
Adirondack Explorer The Adirondack Land Trust announced Friday that it has purchased Upper Saranac Lake property that once belonged to early Adirondack conservationist Clarence Petty's family, preserving 570 feet of rugged shoreline on an … [Read more...] about Adirondack Land Trust conserves Upper Saranac shoreline