Researchers look to moose calves for answers By Mike Lynch Scientists are hoping a new study focused on moose calves will provide clues as to why New York’s moose population hasn’t grown as anticipated. “We're really taking a hard look at … [Read more...] about Northern NY’s moose population is flat. Scientists want to know why
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Riding the rails
Adirondack Rail Trail, while still under construction, is living up to expectations By Phil Brown Now that work crews have begun removing the tracks, many cyclists can’t wait to ride the Adirondack Rail Trail. I couldn’t wait either, so … [Read more...] about Riding the rails
A few bad apples and more of the week’s top stories
Here's a look at some of the week's top Adirondack news stories, on both AdirondackExplorer.org and AdirondackAlmanack.com. Spring is usually known as the season of love/romance, but not so for a moose. Many sightings have been cropping up, as these … [Read more...] about A few bad apples and more of the week’s top stories
Low numbers may help Adirondack moose weather climate change
Sparse herd has fewer chances to encounter deadly ticks By Francesca Krempa Most large mammal ecologists might shudder at an entire animal population of just 700. When it comes to saving Adirondack moose from winter ticks, though, such a … [Read more...] about Low numbers may help Adirondack moose weather climate change
Moose on the trail
By Phil Brown I saw my first one many years ago just north of Long Lake. I was driving with my son when we saw a line of cars parked along the shoulder. “A moose!” my son shouted, just as the enormous beast trotted past our car. We … [Read more...] about Moose on the trail
Moose evidence piles up on Norton Peak
Last weekend I bushwhacked to Norton Peak through conservation-easement lands in the northeastern Adirondacks. I’ve taken hundreds of hikes in the park, but none like this. From a parking area on Standish Road, I started up a faint path that … [Read more...] about Moose evidence piles up on Norton Peak