A quintessential spring hike By Cal Seeley Sitting at the lowest end of the Great Range, Snow Mountain is an often overlooked hiking objective within the heart of the High Peaks. With dozens of amazing mountains nearby, it's no surprise that … [Read more...] about A snowless hike on Snow Mountain
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A backcountry education
Reflecting on lessons learned from summer trail work By Cal Seeley “That’s where I lived last summer,” says my friend Roan, pointing out the car window toward a wooden platform poking from the snow in Keene Valley as we drove to climb Roaring … [Read more...] about A backcountry education
The power of partners
Coalitions are key to centers, websites and platforms to informing visitors By Mike Lynch On summer weekends, Crawford Notch State Park in the White Mountains of New Hampshire bustles with activity. Vehicles fill trailhead parking lots and … [Read more...] about The power of partners
High Peaks use: Updates and information
Editor's note: This is where we're updating information, on an ongoing basis, about the Adirondack Mountain Reserve permit system and other news related to High Peaks use. March 25: More permit questions answered Our reporter Gwendolyn Craig … [Read more...] about High Peaks use: Updates and information
State issues avalanche advisory
Alert follows winter incidents in the High Peaks By Mike LynchThe state Department of Conservation warned backcountry users, especially those in the High Peaks, about the risk of avalanches due to recent weather patterns. "Avalanche … [Read more...] about State issues avalanche advisory
Reservations to High Peaks gateway resume May 1
AMR permit system enters second year By Gwendolyn Craig A reservation system tested last year at the Adirondack Mountain Reserve in Keene will resume May 1 with no changes, state officials announced today. Those wishing to hike on the AMR’s … [Read more...] about Reservations to High Peaks gateway resume May 1