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
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Task force to help shape future of trail work
DEC forms group in light of landmark tree cutting decision By Tim Rowland Trail building in the Adirondacks, which has been on hold for more than two years, could resume this summer, pending the work of a new task force that will help shape … [Read more...] about Task force to help shape future of trail work
2021 EXPLORED: New trails
Region sees new trails, upgrades to popular ones Crews added or improved several short Adirondack trails in 2021, so hikers seeking easier outings have more options now. The biggest increase came from Champlain Area Trails, which added … [Read more...] about 2021 EXPLORED: New trails
A model trail
New route up Mount Van Hoevenberg hailed for sustainable design By Mike Lynch High Peaks Forester Tate Connor likes to joke that most people hiking many of the steep Adirondack trails wouldn't notice someone in a pink gorilla suit standing in … [Read more...] about A model trail
Trail work faces uncertain summer, as groups await guidance
Court’s ruling leaves towns and trail builders wondering how to proceed By Gwendolyn Craig A court ruling blocking tree removal for snowmobile trails created uncertainty for other recreational projects on the Adirondack Forest Preserve. That … [Read more...] about Trail work faces uncertain summer, as groups await guidance