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
winter hiking
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
Snow future
Skiers, snowmobilers and the northern woods adapt to season’s shift By Brandon Loomis The Adirondack winter of 2015-2016 was one for the record books, and not in a promising way. There was no December “Snowdeo” gathering for snowmobilers in … [Read more...] about Snow future
Five ways to take advantage of that fresh snow
The snow has fallen (with many parts of our region receiving well over a foot) and the roads are now cleared. So what are you waiting for?!?! Let's get out and play in that fresh powder. I've put together a few ideas for a variety of ski outings, … [Read more...] about Five ways to take advantage of that fresh snow
Five fire tower peaks that make great winter hikes
By Sierra McGivney Winter hiking may seem daunting and dangerous in the Adirondacks, but with the right pair of snowshoes and clothes, winter hiking can be a rewarding adventure. A 360-degree view from a frost covered fire tower can make the … [Read more...] about Five fire tower peaks that make great winter hikes
Winter hiking food tips for beginners
By Zach Lawrence Packing the proper—and right amount—of food for your backcountry winter excursions can be overwhelming when you're first starting out. You can get ideas online, but the bottom line is you have to find out what works best for … [Read more...] about Winter hiking food tips for beginners