Forest bathing: A cure for what ails
By Francesca Krempa
November 1, 2020
Reduced stress and psychological well-being continue to be the biggest benefits a walk through the woods can offer.
Francesca Krempa
Francesca Krempa is a 2020 Adirondack Explorer reporting intern and a student at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York.
Low numbers may help Adirondack moose weather climate change
By Francesca Krempa
October 1, 2020
“We don’t have many moose, and that’s probably a very good situation to be in."
A formal lake management plan for Lake Placid
By Francesca Krempa
August 19, 2020
A formalized plan is being developed for Lake Placid designed to mitigate a number of man-made and ecological concerns on the lake.
Ausable River Association resumes educational outings
By Francesca Krempa
August 4, 2020
The Ausable River Association aims to advocate for the watershed through stewardship, conservation and recreation.
Mother bear and cubs prompt camp advisory near Tupper Lake
By Francesca Krempa
August 3, 2020
“It takes a long time to discourage a bear who thinks they can eat there."
ADK Mountain Club: Don’t rush to permits
By Francesca Krempa
July 21, 2020
As recreational use increases, especially in popular regions like the High Peaks Wilderness, the Department of Environmental Conservation has contemplated implementing new management tactics to minimize trail overuse, including a permit system.
New land conservation protects Lake George water
By Francesca Krempa
July 16, 2020
These conservation measures are part of the larger goal the LGLC sets out to address: engaging private landowners and the public to permanently protect the nearly 12,000 acres of Lake George wildness and its 6.5 miles of pristine shoreline.
Fourth of July in the Adirondacks brings hope of business as usual
By Francesca Krempa
July 3, 2020
Despite coronavirus, many recently opened hotels, restaurants and attractions around the park are anticipating a bustling, albeit different, Fourth of July.
State pauses brook trout stocking to study acid rain recovery
By Francesca Krempa
June 22, 2020
With water quality improving, suspending stocking is good news for the current fish that live in these ponds.
Southern Adirondacks look to boost confidence in safe reopening
By Francesca Krempa
June 17, 2020
While the spread of coronavirus has remained relatively contained throughout the Lake George area, the community is aware its threat hasn’t completely subsided, especially as tourists travel in from other places.