Adirondack Explorer: Environment, Communities and Outdoor …
WEBAdirondack Explorer reports on the intersections between the natural world and the built environment, through the lens of the unique 6-million acre Adirondack Park in Northern New York State. Topics include: environment, communities, recreation.
Adirondack Mountain Reserve permits: Your questions answered
WEBSep 22, 2021 · By Gwendolyn Craig. The state Department of Environmental Conservation and the Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) have provided more information on a reservation system set to start on May 1. The permit website went live at hikeamr.org and hikers can now make an online profile to sign up for a time slot. The reservation is free.
Historic Adirondack Great Camps that you can visit
WEBAug 16, 2023 · White Pine Camp, Paul Smiths. Built in 1908 by prominent banker Archibald S. White on 35 acres overlooking Lake Osgood, White Pine Camp is known for a few unique factors. It was President Calvin Coolidge’s home for 11 weeks in the summer of 1926, and it features a blend of unique architectural elements …
New ADK map updates High Peaks Wilderness - Adirondack Explorer
WEBApr 28, 2019 · The ADK map focuses on the High Peaks. Since ADK’s last edition, the High Peaks Wilderness has grown to 274,000 acres, absorbing the Dix Mountain Wilderness, Boreas Ponds, and other adjacent lands. The new map reflects those additions. One criticism is that it does not show the boundaries of the wilderness area, so …
The environment of the Adirondack Park - Adirondack Explorer
WEBAdirondack Environment. Water quality. Climate. Wildlife. Clean energy. Invasive species. Within the millions of acres of protected land, scientists are studying our changing environment. We, too, have been following these changes: The emergence of invasive species that threaten the health of our trees and waters.
Frontier Town: New life for Adirondack landmark - Adirondack …
WEBJan 23, 2023 · Essex County pitches plan for expanded hiker shuttle. Frontier Town: a new base camp off the Northway. A new life for an iconic landmark. Three projects have resulted. Investors developed the Paradox Brewery, and restored the iconic A-frame i nto a restaurant, camp store and event center. The state’s primary contribution has …
Ice Castles capture winter magic, in ice - Adirondack Explorer
WEBJan 28, 2022 · The community welcomed Ice Castles for the first time Sunday, Jan. 23. The attraction includes ice sculptures, slides, an ice maze and more, crafted from more than 5,000 icicles, accompanied by music and lights. Bringing Ice Castles — which has four other locations around the country — to Lake George …
Saranac Lake 6ers guide to hiking six Adirondack mountains
WEBSep 1, 2013 · By Explorer Staff. Thanks to an initiative begun by the village in May of 2013, hikers who climb all six “Saranac Lake 6ers” mountains earn a patch and the right to ring the 6er bell at downtown’s Berkeley Green.The peaks range in height from 2,452 feet (Baker Mountain) to 3,322 feet (McKenzie Mountain). In between are Haystack, Scarface, St. Regis, and Ampersand mountains.
Hiking permit system set for popular Adirondack trails gateway
WEBMar 29, 2021 · By Gwendolyn Craig. Hiking some iconic Adirondack High Peaks trails will require a reservation for people looking to head out across the Adirondack Mountain Reserve this summer, reserve owners and state conservation officials announced. Parking in AMR’s 70-spot lot near Keene Valley will require a reservation May 1 through Oct. 31.
Wiawaka: A magical, healing place - Adirondack Explorer
WEBMar 19, 2021 · Wiawaka is a place where the Mothers can be with other women who understand them. As Olsen put it, “for the Mothers who have lost, it’s a place where they can feel held and cared for.”. Wiawaka Board President Doreen Kelly talked about something she would refer to many times over the weekend: the spirit of Wiawaka.
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