By Brandon Loomis I picked the right day to skip work and travel to Potsdam on some personal business this Wednesday—a brilliantly sunny day immediately following a substantial snowfall. I loaded my Nordic skis into the car, thinking I’d find … [Read more...] about An unexpected roadside ski trail in Duane
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Five ways to take advantage of that fresh snow
The snow has fallen (with many parts of our region receiving well over a foot) and the roads are now cleared. So what are you waiting for?!?! Let's get out and play in that fresh powder. I've put together a few ideas for a variety of ski outings, … [Read more...] about Five ways to take advantage of that fresh snow
Five Adirondack outings at Nordic ski centers
By Sierra McGivney Cross-country skiing is a staple sport of the Adirondacks. Miles of trails snake through the wilderness and at Nordic centers. When snow falls, it’s time to strap on skis. Nordic ski centers have adapted to the pandemic … [Read more...] about Five Adirondack outings at Nordic ski centers
Five articles to get you in the skiing spirit
By Mike Lynch One of the good things about backcountry skiing in the Adirondacks is that it’s usually easier have the woods to yourself. Ski trails are much quieter than summer and fall hiking trails. Many winter visitors head to the popular … [Read more...] about Five articles to get you in the skiing spirit
Puppy Power
Park offers good skijor terrain for a few enthusiasts and their friends By Gillian Scott In skijoring, a person on skis is towed by another creature—a dog, a horse or, in the case of former Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center owner Olavi … [Read more...] about Puppy Power
When a binding breaks in the backcountry
By Phil Brown The Whiteface toll road is usually a mellow ski tour, but you still should be prepared for harsh winds, bitter cold, and the unexpected calamity—such as a broken binding. I skied up Whiteface last month with my sweetheart Carol … [Read more...] about When a binding breaks in the backcountry