A Santa Clara paddle so remote, you might miss it
By Tom French
Spending an afternoon on an underutilized stretch of the Middle Branch of the St. Regis River
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Outdoor Afro helps people of color find their Adirondack comfort zone
“There’s definitely comfort in numbers,” said Peggie Allen, of Troy. “It takes a lot to be the only person of color.”
Planning a successful paddle
By Mike Lynch
Tips for making the most of distance trips in the Adirondacks
A healthy sojourn
By Mike Lynch
A paddle through history: Pondering disease and rejuvenation on St. Regis lakes.
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.
Iconic Adirondack Boat builder Peter Hornbeck dead at 77
By Tracy Ormsbee Peter “Pete” Hornbeck, the schoolteacher turned iconic Adirondack boatbuilder whose canoes topped cars from Lake Placid to Florida, California and overseas, died Saturday of an apparent heart attack after a walk with his family on his property. He was 77. For almost 50 years, he ran Hornbeck Boats, a business he started…
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.
Gliding or riding the rapids: Kayak choice depends largely on use
Whether you're looking for a relaxing day on Upper or Lower Saranac Lake or seeking a whitewater challenge, you’ll need the right kayak and preparation to get you to your destination.
Paddle inspo: Some ideas for kayak trips
Ready to get started kayaking or need some fresh ideas of where to go? We’ve compiled some favorites from the Explorer’s archive: 4 great paddles: Mark Bowie shares his favorite flatwater trips Sprite Creek: Paddle reveals contrast between developed and natural shorelines: Sprite creek is unknown to most canoeists in the Adirondacks and is not…
PFDs are essential to paddling
PFD: Personal Floatation Device Safety is super important when kayaking or canoeing. A big factor to consider in the Adirondacks is the time of year you are paddling in. During the spring and fall the air temperature and water temperature can be drastically different. “You can have a beautiful 70-degree day and the water could…