Judge rejects suit to mandate Adirondack lake carrying capacity studies
Court sides with DEC, APA that Adirondack State Land Master Plan does not require state to study carrying capacity of Saranac chain of lakes
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The moose that won’t move: DEC closes Goodman Mt. trail after bull moose settles in
State officials closed the trail for now, citing safety concerns for both hikers and the animal
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Following last summer’s bear deaths, Old Forge ramps up efforts to protect wildlife from harassment
Violators who feed or harass wildlife in town of Webb could face fines as high as $1,500 per offense
Native lake trout success story in Lake Champlain: stocking to end this year
As wild population thrives, New York, Vermont and feds celebrate milestone in decades-long restoration work
Missing senior with dementia found safe in North Hudson
From NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s weekly forest ranger report
State proposes biking and boating changes in Moose River Plains
The DEC is proposing to allow motorcycle and e-bikes through the Moose River Plains. It is also proposing to reduce the horsepower of boats on the Cedar River Flow.
Hikers with frozen feet call for help
Forest rangers also search for a wanted man
Why Indian Lake and Westport are investing in green technology and electric vehicles
By Mike Lynch
Two Adirondack towns were included among the recipients for vehicles through DEC's municipal zero-emission vehicle program.
Inspector General: DEC forester stole state trail signs
Adirondack store resold the $.75 metal signs for up to $168
Snowmobiler suffers severe injuries; overdue hikers found at Johns Brook Lodge
Snowmobiler critically injured on Indian Lake; rangers assist two lost hikers in dangerous winter conditions.