Recent rescues highlight potential dangers By Mike Lynch On Oct. 30, hikers were injured on Mount Marcy and Saddleback in the High Peaks Wilderness. The Marcy hiker slipped on ice while descending from the summit, sliding about 30 feet … [Read more...] about Advice for early winter hiking
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Echo Cliff hike offers trail to Panther Mountain ‘summit’
By Megan Plete Postol Echo Cliff at Panther Mountain is a short trek with a steep climb that pays off with a rewarding view of the southern Adirondacks. Panther Mountain—not to be confused with the Adirondacks' other Panther … [Read more...] about Echo Cliff hike offers trail to Panther Mountain ‘summit’
Rogers Rock: A battle on microspikes
Trekking in the footsteps of Robert Rogers By Tim Rowland In the depths of an Adirondack winter 265 years ago, a band of French soldiers and their Native American compadres jumped a scouting party of British-allied rangers west of what … [Read more...] about Rogers Rock: A battle on microspikes
9 state sites for family-friendly winter fun
Parks throughout the region offer cold-season recreation By Holly Riddle The Adirondack Park offers a bevy of ways to enjoy the great outdoors, no matter the season. In winter, though, some of the more obvious activities — such as winter hiking … [Read more...] about 9 state sites for family-friendly winter fun
A clear view from Black Mountain
Lake George's Black Mountain is a hike through layers of clouds By Gillian Scott Fire towers were built to provide visibility, to give lookouts a bird’s-eye view of the surrounding forest so they could pinpoint smoke and prevent bigger fires. … [Read more...] about A clear view from Black Mountain
Looking for outdoor adventures this holiday? Be prepared for all conditions
Winds, thaws and freezes combine for diverse trail conditions By Mike Lynch Outdoor enthusiasts this winter should plan for a wide range of conditions after a series of thaws in December. In Saranac Lake, temperatures hit a high of 58 … [Read more...] about Looking for outdoor adventures this holiday? Be prepared for all conditions