By Gwendolyn Craig Chad Dawson, a member of the Adirondack Park Agency board who has frequently advocated for protecting the park’s wilderness character, announced at the end of a contentious meeting on Thursday that he will submit his resignation … [Read more...] about Chad Dawson announces he will resign from APA board
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Open Space Institute acquires Lake Luzerne property ripe for green and recreational opportunities
By Gwendolyn Craig Trail connections from Saratoga Springs into the Adirondacks are closer to reality, as the Open Space Institute announced the acquisition of another connecting parcel in Warren County. The 1,260 acres is in the Town of Lake … [Read more...] about Open Space Institute acquires Lake Luzerne property ripe for green and recreational opportunities
Fort Drum eyes six potential training sites, some in Adirondack Park
By Gwendolyn Craig The U.S. Army is considering six Adirondack-region sites for training exercises by the Fort Drum-based soldiers and helicopter pilots in the 10th Aviation Brigade and 10th Sustainment Brigade, according to members of an ad hoc … [Read more...] about Fort Drum eyes six potential training sites, some in Adirondack Park
Hemlock woolly adelgid found on nearly 250 acres along Lake George
By Gwendolyn Craig The second recorded infestation of hemlock woolly adelgid in the Adirondack Park has spread far beyond a Lake George campsite where it was first discovered. The state Department of Environmental Conservation announced … [Read more...] about Hemlock woolly adelgid found on nearly 250 acres along Lake George
Ausable Club president: More hiking limits coming to Adirondack Mountain Reserve
By Gwendolyn Craig Owners of the Adirondack Mountain Reserve said they may test out recreation limits on a portion of the property this Columbus Day weekend, and they plan to definitely place restrictions on the entire reserve next year. The … [Read more...] about Ausable Club president: More hiking limits coming to Adirondack Mountain Reserve
Rangers have busy Memorial Day weekend
Recent Forest Ranger Actions AdirondacksMultiple CountiesPatrols for Public Safety and Increased Visitors: Memorial Day Holiday Weekend brought an influx of visitors to the Adirondacks. In anticipation of this increase, Forest Rangers worked … [Read more...] about Rangers have busy Memorial Day weekend