The most recent headlines from around the Adirondacks, with a focus on the environment, communities and recreation in the Adirondack region of Northern New York state.
Jobs 2.0: Key takeaways and watch the event recording
Adirondack Explorer's Jobs 2.0 event highlights challenges, opportunities in the Adirondacks job market
Updating the blueprint: The Ongoing Revision of the State Land Master Plan
Key stakeholders emphasize the need for careful amendments to the Adirondack Park's land management policies to protect wilderness areas.
Mapping the risk: Which areas are vulnerable to landslides?
New map from USGS expands on previous attempts to document landslide risks across the country
Hiking in William West Durant’s ‘stomping grounds’
Hiking through history on Sawyer Mountain, located halfway between Indian Lake and Blue Mountain Lake
Reading the river: Field surveys on the Ausable
In his hands-on exploration of the Ausable River, Gary Henry uncovers strategies for effective stream restoration amid changing environments
New faces in construction: Local youth find stability in trade careers
Young adults in the Adirondacks are increasingly choosing trades over traditional college paths
The first Adirondack Great Camp
A tour of Durant's Pine Knot camp, part of Raquette Lake history
Upgrades proposed at Mount Van Hoevenberg
The Adirondack Park Agency is seeking comments on proposed amendments to Mount Van Hoevenberg's management plan.
The Jamaicans of Peru (New York, that is)
Under H-2A visas, foreign workers harvest the Champlain Valley’s apples
Park agency extends public comment period for Barton Mines expansion proposal
The Adirondack Park Agency extended its public comment period on Barton Mines' expansion application to Nov. 6.
Embracing remote work: How the Adirondacks are attracting a new workforce
Meet some of the people drawn to the region and taking their jobs with them
Rating autumn’s leaf season: A disappointing display?
Adirondack photographers, artists seek beauty amidst subdued fall colors
Inlet’s former school is supporting a sustainable future
Leaders work to transform space into community hub, with co-working space, gardens, electric vehicle chargers and more
Mirror Lake progress highlighted at annual salt summit
Key takeaways from Lake George Association's road salt reduction gathering, held this year in Lake Placid
After 2-year closure, Lows Lake access is back for paddlers
Next summer paddlers will once again have full access to miles of wilderness paddling.
From elk herds to muddy trails: The mystery of Debar Meadows
Exploring unmarked trails on two wheels near Meacham Lake
Merlin populations soar in the Adirondacks
One of 3 falcon species that nest in New York, 'Lady's hawks" are making a comeback
How tech innovation is revitalizing Adirondack communities
Tech jobs create opportunities for remote workers and outdoor enthusiasts to live and work in the Adirondacks
Adirondack Park policy: Have your say at upcoming hearings
State accepting feedback on proposed updates to State Land Master Plan through Dec. 2
Northern lights put on a show over the Adirondacks
Check out photos by the Explorer's multimedia reporter Mike Lynch
Keene faces growing issues with hikers: Rising conflicts, parking problems
Illegal parking and hiker hostilities add to the strain on High Peaks stewards
Missed your chance to see northern lights?
Northern lights are forecasted to be visible in areas with clear skies during the next two nights in the Adirondack Park.
Turn, turn, turn: Fall color popping around the Adirondacks
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Pride and progress: Increasing LGBTQ visibility in the Adirondacks
Pride event provides space for celebration, belonging for rural northern New Yorkers
After 36 years of leadership, Jean Raymond leaves her mark on Edinburg
From grant writing to literal bridge building, Edinburg’s longest-serving supervisor reflects on decades of service to town
Former ADK leader joins Habitat for Humanity
Former ADK leader becomes CEO of Habitat for Humanity
Gov. issues 5th veto of ranger, environmental conservation officer pension bill
Tensions grow between Hochul and police union
State’s plan to cut 13,000 trees on Lake George’s Prospect Mountain raises ire of environmental group
Protect the Adirondacks says the amount of trees felled would be unconstitutional.
Goats, gardens and carbon credits
Innovative carbon program offers new opportunities for landowners in the Adirondacks
Global investors bet big on Adirondack forests for carbon credits
Plus: How institutions in the park are interacting with the billion-dollar industry
Easy paddle-pedal on Oswegatchie’s West Branch
A 6-mile flatwater run ends with a 3-mile bike ride
Big Tupper ski facility land auction set for Nov. 7
Big Tupper ski complex and surrounding parcels up for sale amid tax delinquencies
Adirondack Rail Trail: Biking, hiking from Lake Clear to Floodwood Mountain
Many happy people out on the open sections of the newly opened route
Bridging the outdoors: Diversifying the Adirondack experience
Adirondack museum provides beginner’s guide to outdoor recreation at “Xperience for All” event
A closer look at black bear euthanizations in the Adirondacks
In the past eight years, the DEC has euthanized 54 black bears in the area that encompasses the Adirondack Park, due to conflicts with humans.
SUNY-ESF turns storm damage into teachable moment
Newcomb campus rebounds one year after devastating floods, with new resilience measures to endure future storms
Lake Placid area adding major downhill mountain bike competition
This past weekend, ORDA hosted World Cup cross-country mountain bike races at Mount Van Hoevenberg.
New York evaluates freshwater fish as part of endangered species list update
Draft includes at least 10 species from the Adirondack region whose status may change
Industry in the wilderness: Greater North Creek community rallies support for mine expansion
Critics seeks greater regulation of garnet mine operation near state wilderness area
One year since a corruption complaint, Inspector General investigation into APA continues
Here’s what we know so far