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Easter in the Adirondacks and other community activities
10+ hour, 29+ min ago (447+ words) Easter festivities continue this week with egg hunts, brunch and animal petting, as well as other community activities for all ages. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on April 4 at the Indian Lake Library The Town of Indian Lake and the Indian Lake Library will host…...
Early season mountain biking at Ausable Chasm: A mud-season alternative
19+ hour, 54+ min ago (601+ words) The forecast called for temperatures in the mid-60s. Though still March, it seemed like a good day for the first mountain-bike ride of the year. Despite the warmth, I figured the trails around Saranac Lake, where I live, would be muddy…...
Winners announced for Old Forge community poetry and art contest
18+ hour, 29+ min ago (187+ words) Winners announced for Old Forge community poetry and art contest'Adirondack Explorer - Backcountry Journal Outdoor news, trip ideas and more (weekly) - Ripple Effect Tracking the movement of water, climate, and policy (weekly) Wait, don't miss out on Adirondack updates! Through its…...
DEC announces start of trout fishing season
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (355+ words) The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the April 1 start of the spring trout fishing season, which provides angling opportunities for wild and stocked trout. "New York's season opener is a welcome sign of spring for trout…...
DEC announces temporary closure of Crown Point Campground fishing pier
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (194+ words) The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced'an immediate, temporary closure of the'fishing pier located at the'Crown Point Campground and Day Use Area in Crown Point, Essex County,'due to structural damage to'the pier roof. Out of an…...
OurStoryBridge Listens captures 100+ voices in oral history project
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (215+ words) In just seven months, a new national oral history initiative has achieved a milestone, capturing more than 100 stories from 19 states and the District of Columbia. OurStoryBridge Listens: Present in the Moment is a non-partisan effort documenting the raw, unfiltered experiences…...
Conditions vary as trout fishing season opens
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (303+ words) In my recent travels, I caught a glimpse of several rivers and smaller streams. I was happy to see that water levels looked promising for opening day adventures. We were blessed with a mid-March thaw that raised water levels, freed…...
COMMENTARY: DEC mobility device policy for state lands requires immediate oversight
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (369+ words) COMMENTARY: DEC mobility device policy for state lands requires immediate oversight'Adirondack Explorer - Backcountry Journal Outdoor news, trip ideas and more (weekly) - Ripple Effect Tracking the movement of water, climate, and policy (weekly) Wait, don't miss out on Adirondack updates! Through…...
OurStoryBridge Listens: Adirondack Rail Trail support threatened
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (215+ words) OurStoryBridge Listens: Adirondack Rail Trail support threatened'Adirondack Explorer - Backcountry Journal Outdoor news, trip ideas and more (weekly) - Ripple Effect Tracking the movement of water, climate, and policy (weekly) Wait, don't miss out on Adirondack updates! Through its news reporting and…...
The lengthening days of spring
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (618+ words) The Adirondack Almanack is a public forum dedicated to promoting and discussing current events, history, arts, nature and outdoor recreation and other topics of interest to the Adirondacks and its communities We publish commentary and opinion pieces from voluntary contributors,…...