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Easy paddle-pedal on Oswegatchie’s West Branch

By Tom French

A 6-mile flatwater run ends with a 3-mile bike ride

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Paddling the Champlain Valley’s Boquet River, a wild waterway originating in the High Peaks

By Mike Lynch

There are many options for paddling trips down the Boquet River through the Champlain Valley, for paddlers of all skill levels.

Chris Morris paddles Union Falls Pond on the Saranac River. Photo by Mike Lynch

Paddling primer

By Mike Lynch

Chris Morris talks about paddling opportunities on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and precautions for boating in the spring.

90 miler canoe race start

90-Miler at 40: Boat race kicks off in Old Forge

By Jamie Organski

More than 700 paddlers from all over the country gathered in Old Forge this morning for the 40th anniversary of the Adirondack Canoe Classic, also known as the 90-Miler.

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Communities celebrate return of the 90-Miler canoe race

By Jamie Organski

The flat water race that spans from Old Forge to Saranac Lake is back after year off due to pandemic

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Planning a successful paddle

By Mike Lynch

Tips for making the most of distance trips in the Adirondacks

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A healthy sojourn

By Mike Lynch

A paddle through history: Pondering disease and rejuvenation on St. Regis lakes.

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Bog River dam is out, but paddling opportunities remain

By Phil Brown

The water level of the Bog River from Lows Lower Dam to Hitchins Pond has been lowered temporarily to enable the state to repair a leak in the dam.

St Regis pond

Sweet island dreams

By Lisa Ballard

St. Regis Canoe area is a rare escape to personal wilderness paradise.

Before narrowing down canoe choices, ask key questions

By Sierra McGivney

How to get started with canoeing, from choosing a craft to ideas for first paddles

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