Tourists return to Lake George
May 21, 2020
The summery weather and tease of state beaches opening had tourists enjoying Lake George just before Memorial Day weekend. Not many were wearing masks.
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A short hike to great views on Lake George
By Mike Lynch
May 13, 2020
Anthony’s Nose is home to cliffs that serve as a breeding spot for peregrine falcons, which are endangered in New York State. The LCLG description of the preserve says in the summer you may see these “birds soaring over the cliffs,” and they ask that you not disturb them. The trail through the preserve purposely ends on Record Hill and does not go near Anthony’s Nose, so hikers don’t disturb the birds.
Prospect Mountain highway leads skiers to the peak
By Phil Brown
March 5, 2020
Over 4.5 miles, the highway gains about 1,650 feet in elevation, much less than the Whiteface road, so the climb is easier.
State investment to save Lake George millions in sewer treatment
January 7, 2020
The roughly $24 million project is a necessary water-quality protection measure for Lake George, but it has also been a taxpayer nightmare.
Despite clear water, Lake George faces threats
By Ry Rivard
November 1, 2019
Researchers keep finding an increase in the amount of chlorophyll in the lake, a sign of either algae or cyanobacteria. Blooms of either can cover parts of lakes, destroying clarity, and bacteria blooms can even become toxic, sickening people and killing pets.
State shuts Lake George gates after hours to prevent invasive species
By Tim Rowland
September 3, 2019
Boaters who are still on the lake after the gates have been closed will have access to a call box that will connect them with DEC emergency dispatch for instructions on opening the gate.
Fund for Lake George spends millions on fresh water protection
July 7, 2019
The Fund for Lake George, a lake protection organization based in Lake George Village, “is truly a fund, both in name and in function,” according to Jeff Killeen, the chairman of its Board of Trustees.
The park’s watchdogs: A guide to Adirondack environmental groups
June 28, 2019
A new group--Adirondack Wilderness Advocates--is seeking nonprofit status, raising the question of what niche it and several other Adirondack groups fill.
Former Lake George entertainment hub now filters pollutants
May 30, 2019
The wetlands were built in reaction to Lake George’s declining water quality. They sit beside West Brook Road, where researchers found half of Lake George’s southern basin’s contaminants came from.
State lawmakers vote to extend invasive species protections
May 29, 2019
According to the DEC, its regulations since 2016 have required boat owners take “reasonable precautions” to clean, drain and dry their vessels, trailers and docks before launching them in any public water body.