Pair of trails offer nice escape By Tim Rowland There’s some excellent hiking to be had in the beautiful town of Arietta in the south-central part of the park, which may be off the radar of those who frequent the more touristy burgs to the … [Read more...] about A good luck hike
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Talking trash: Communities face garbage double bind
No landfills remain in the park, yet counties face rising costs for hauling waste By Gwendolyn Craig The Adirondack Park’s 6 million acres of pristine waters, mountain peaks and forestlands were not always the main attraction for all … [Read more...] about Talking trash: Communities face garbage double bind
Routes less traveled
The following is a list of lesser-used Adirondack Park trails where hikers may seek to spread out for some solitude. Southern Adirondacks Twin Lakes Trail Located in the Black River Wild Forest, this hike is nearly 6 miles round-trip … [Read more...] about Routes less traveled
Wells couple will contest APA fine and violation determination
By Gwendolyn Craig The Adirondack Park Agency has fined a Hamilton County couple $28,500 for building a deck greater than 100 square feet within 50 feet of the mean high water mark of Lake Algonquin, but the couple intends to challenge the … [Read more...] about Wells couple will contest APA fine and violation determination