Paddles Up: 41st 90-Miler boat race begins in Old Forge
Racers, volunteers and spectators come together to create a joyous spirit for annual Adirondack Canoe Classic
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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 at 40: Boat race kicks off in Old Forge
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.
A misty start to this year’s 90-Miler canoe race
Scenes from the launch of the 39th annual canoe race
Communities celebrate return of the 90-Miler canoe race
The flat water race that spans from Old Forge to Saranac Lake is back after year off due to pandemic
A summer spent shoring up the trail
By Mike Lynch
Northern Forest Canoe Trail stewardship crew members spent part of their summer in the Adirondacks, improving access along the route.
Planning a successful paddle
By Mike Lynch
Tips for making the most of distance trips in the Adirondacks
After COVID-induced hiatus, outdoor events gear up for comeback
By Mike Lynch
Some semblance of normalcy is returning to the events world of the Adirondacks, as organizers are planning to hold canoe races, bike tours, and a frog jumping contest in the coming months.
Forgotten waters
By Mike Lynch
From Lake Flower Dam in the northern Adirondacks, the Saranac River drops roughly 1,500 feet before it empties into Lake Champlain. Along the way, it meanders through the mountains, rushes through canyons and spreads out into ponds and lakes behind dams.