Keeping the invasive bugs at bay
November 6, 2020
A bug the size of a ground pepper flake is killing these hemlocks—a species accounting for nearly 80% of the trees in the lake’s watershed.
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Decades-old milfoil mats removed from Lake George
October 29, 2020
Once used for controlling Eurasian water milfoil, plastic mats on the bottom of Lake George are tossed in the garbage.
Invasive bug found on protected Lake George island
October 13, 2020
The Adirondack Park Agency wants to update a permit for treating invasive species in light of a growing bug infestation on Lake George.
Satellites could help spot hemlock woolly adelgid on Lake George
September 22, 2020
The sick hemlock trees on the eastern shore of Lake George were likely infected by an invasive bug for years. Can detection happen sooner?
Fish Creek Campground plan raises concerns
By Mike Lynch
September 17, 2020
The state is updating its management plan for the popular Fish Creek Campground and Day Use Area, and at least one organization has concerns about the plan’s ability to address key issues related to water quality and aquatic invasive species.
Hemlock woolly adelgid found on nearly 250 acres along Lake George
September 10, 2020
The invasive hemlock woolly adelgid is threatening one of the most common trees on the shoreline of Lake George.
Warren County survey shows emerald ash borer infestation has likely spread
August 28, 2020
Surveyors with the state Department of Environmental Conservation may have found more trees infected with emerald ash borer.
Divers clear popular Lake George waterfront of most invasive plants
August 13, 2020
A survey of Lake George near Million Dollar beach shows promise for the fight against Eurasian watermilfoil, but at a hefty cost.
Another forest pest on the move in the Adirondacks
August 11, 2020
Emerald ash borer hit the park last week. Now, the state Department of Environmental Conservation says hemlock woolly adelgid is here again.
Inspectors block new Lake George invaders as boat numbers swell
August 6, 2020
This summer is bringing more boaters and more invasive species threats to Lake George. But inspectors are catching these aquatic hitchhikers.