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2021 EXPLORED: Land acquisitions and protection

By Mike Lynch

Talk swirled around notable parcels, while smaller land tracts went toward improving connectivity

Mt. Jo

An updated trail for a popular hike

By Mike Lynch

ADK gets grant to fund trail work planned for Mt. Jo

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From Haystack to Nye, 100 years later

By Philip Terrie

Bob Marshall’s pamphlet of the peaks nears centennial

Klarisse

‘Everyone should have access to this joy’

By Times Union

ADK's first Black Summit Steward encourages people of color to explore Adirondack trails

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ADK reaches deal to purchase Cascade Ski Center

By Zachary Matson

The Jubin family will continue to operate Cascade Ski Center this winter and Adirondack Mountain Club will assume operations in April.

Seeking to expand, ADK eyes Cascade Ski Center

By Mike Lynch

The nonprofit hiking organization would like to expand educational programs.

Julia Goren of Adirondack Mountain Club on the summit of Cascade Mountain. Photo by Mike Lynch

‘We have a world class park here’

By Mike DeSocio

After a 3-year project with Adirondack Council, Julia Goren returns to Adirondack Mountain Club as the new deputy director.

Rainstorm viewed from Cascade Mountain.

Rainy Adirondacks: Wet, gray July coincides with lower traffic on the trail

By Kris Parker

Has the wet weather kept visitors away? And how much rain have we received this summer?

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NYC Adirondack Mountain Club chapter sues club

By Gwendolyn Craig

The Adirondack Mountain Club is trying to dissolve its New York City chapter, alleging tax problems and member disenfranchisement.

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Trail work faces uncertain summer, as groups await guidance

By Gwendolyn Craig

Court’s ruling leaves towns and trail builders wondering how to proceed

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