DEC launches interactive map of accessible recreation opportunities
Accessibility advisors based in the Adirondacks reflect on recent improvements and prioritize next steps
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Declining interest forces closure of historic Sabattis Scout camp in the Adirondacks
By Tim Rowland
Located between Tupper Lake and Long Lake, the remote camp is latest Boy Scout camp to close
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A collection of Adirondack summer trip ideas
By Mike Lynch
Explorer staff and contributors share favorite outings across the Adirondacks
After delayed start, John Dillon Park to reopen June 14
By Mike Lynch
Paul Smith's College and International Paper have come to terms to open the unique facility.
Reservations canceled at campground for people with disabilities
By Mike Lynch
Paul Smith's College seeks a long-term contract to operate the campground.
John Dillon Park’s summer opening uncertain as contract talks stall
By Mike Lynch
It’s less than two months before John Dillon Park is scheduled to open and the landowner, International Paper, does not have a contract with the park’s long-time operator, Paul Smith’s College.
KOA expands footprint in Wilmington with North Pole acquisition
By Tim Rowland
With 3rd property, KOA has a growing presence in Wilmington
Students bond in nature — sans phones
By Mike Lynch
School-facilitated camping trips provide an opportunity to get teens into the outdoors and unplug
DEC considers testing longer stays at Adirondack campground
The DEC is working on ways to thwart campers who skirt its 14-night reservation limit, and one experiment could start in the Adirondack Park.
Morning tea with loons
By Tom French
Long Pond in St. Regis Canoe Area is long on scenery, seclusion