Marathon swimmer dives into a rich Lake George tradition
By Alan Wechsler
Charlotte Brynn crossed Lake George, joining the select few who have accomplished the task.
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Up, up and away in the High Peaks
By Alan Wechsler
The view from the cliff is fantastic. Ridges of green trees roll away toward the horizon, below the dark shadow of more distant mountains. It’s a four-mile hike to get here, which keeps away most climbers.
The most grueling bike race in the Adirondacks
By Alan Wechsler
Departing from Waterfront Park in Northville, on the southern edge of the Adirondacks, they began what would be a meandering, 550-mile loop around the park. There would be hours after hours spent cruising down roads, bouncing over trails, dragging loaded bikes over rocks and fallen logs. Only half the riders would finish.