Founder of Champlain trails group looks to retire
By Mike Lynch
The 74-year-old was a founding member of CATS and has been the organization's only director since it started in 2009.
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Ancient Oaks Trail makes for ideal early spring jaunt
By Tim Rowland
if you’re just coming out of hibernation, makes for a fine opportunity to stretch the legs in an interesting hardwood forest.
Trembleau: A Lake Champlain bushwhack
By Tim Rowland
Trembleau’s true summit is on private ground, but the good stuff is all public.
Slicing through Split Rock Wild Forest
By Mike Lynch
Located on the the eastern edge of the Adirondack Park, Split Rock Wild Forest is 3,700 acres and offers a multitude of hiking opportunities.
2021 EXPLORED: New trails
By Mike Lynch
Crews added or improved several short Adirondack trails in 2021, so hikers seeking easier outings have more options now.
A true sanctuary
By Tim Rowland
Spirit Sanctuary Trail offers peaceful stroll, passing by green burial site
A ledge with some edge
By Tim Rowland
Champlain Area Trails unveils new Broughton Ledges trek in Moriah
Bill Amadon: Artist, trail builder, stewardship coordinator
A quick Q&A with Bill Amadon, who is the stewardship coordinator for Champlain Area Trails; registered outdoor guide; artist
Another option for hikers in Champlain Valley
By Mike Lynch
The 35-acre preserve is located just south of the village of Essex at the former quarry that provided stone for the Brooklyn Bridge.
Appreciating an old oak on solo hike
By Mike Lynch
The bark had large ridges, or grooves, that ran up and down it. Moss covered the section above the roots. A severed rope dangled from one of the branches.