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DEC/APA Accessibility Advisory Committee member Scott Remington rides quadracycle at Great Camp Santanoni.

Great Camp Santanoni’s accessibility pilot program put to the test

By David Escobar

Advocate says state must take further action to create ADA-compliant trails on state-owned property with 'Forever Wild' restrictions

The Adirondack Park Agency's headquarters in Ray Brook.

Adirondack Park Agency to add climate, accessibility updates to State Land Master Plan

By Gwendolyn Craig

Climate, accessibility and visitor use management could be added to the Adirondack Park State Land Master Plan.

Man feeds a bird out of his hand.

Bird songs along the Adirondack Rail Trail

By Contributing Writer

This accessible path is one bike-birder's dream

motorized wheelchair is one option being considered for Great Camp Santanoni access

DEC to offer mobility chairs for visitors with disabilities at Camp Santanoni starting July 19

By David Escobar

To improve access, mobility devices will be available this summer and fall at Great Camp Santanoni

Green wooden pillar of a campsite bathroom with a wheelchair-accessible medallion on it.

DEC launches interactive map of accessible recreation opportunities

By Arietta Hallock

Accessibility advisors based in the Adirondacks reflect on recent improvements and prioritize next steps

After delayed start, John Dillon Park to reopen June 14

By Mike Lynch

Paul Smith's College and International Paper have come to terms to open the unique facility.

motorized wheelchair is one option being considered for Great Camp Santanoni access

Wagon rides to resume at Great Camp Santanoni; state discusses alternative access options

By Gwendolyn Craig

Including an idea to lend out powered wheelchairs

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Accessibility issues at Great Camp Santanoni

By Gwendolyn Craig

Though spring has arrived, it’s unclear how the state will provide access for people with disabilities to Great Camp Santanoni.

wagon specially designed for various kinds of accessible seating

DEC seeks public’s input on Great Camp Santanoni access

By Gwendolyn Craig

Access to Great Camp Santanoni has been a “big disappointment” to some people with disabilities, but the DEC is working to rectify that. 

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Report provides inclusion ‘blueprint’ for New York’s outdoors

By Gwendolyn Craig

The state has work to do to make open spaces more equitable, inclusive and accessible, according to a new report.

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