Chester to buy boat washing station, boost inspection of watercraft
While the state has balked at sponsoring boat inspection and decontamination to control the spread of aquatic invasive species, the town of Chester has voted to purchase a boat decontamination station and locate it at Loon Lake. They've also voted to boost the hours for lake stewards to be posted at local lakes to inspect boats for invasives before the watercraft are launched.
A year’s worth of weather, in a week
Notes from the North Woods
It certainly has been an interesting week to be in the woods.
Fly fishing prairie guys
Conservation Conversations
They say the early bird gets the worm. It should read: “The early riser gets the bird,” and hopefully that bird’s a turkey, but for me, I think the “bird” is all I’m getting, so to speak!
Iron Ore challenge returns
Cheney Mountain hike slated June 1
The second annual Mineville Iron Ore Man Challenge hopes to build on last year’s success while attracting attention to the community’s newest hiking trail.
Skaters' dreams to be realized in Lake George Skate Park
What started out as an apprehension of young skateboarders has resulted in a new recreational venue not only for local athletes, but for competitive 'boarders and tourists from all over the nation.
APA details classification alternatives for former Finch lands
The Adirondack Park Agency Board met May 9 at APA headquarters and discussed alternatives to classify the state’s newly acquired land formerly owned by the Finch, Pruyn paper company.
56th Annual Hudson River Whitewater Derby results
Below are the results from the 56th Annual Hudson River Whitewater Derby, held the weekend of May 4-5, submitted by organizer Kate Nightingale.
DEC announces new fishing spots on former Finch Paper lands
Fishing opportunities on stretches of shoreline along four Adirondack trout waters and one pond are now open to anglers New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Joe Martens announced May 1.
The wave
Notes from the North Woods
Adirondackers have again begun practicing that old, familiar wave.
Fight the good fight!
Conservation Conversations
The weather has gone from winter to summer in about three days. The lack of rain and hot sun are warming things up and drying things out.
Farm-fresh food to be distributed in Warren Co. via CSA program
A century ago, family farms were common throughout the Adirondacks, providing local food to area residents — but industrialized farming took its place in the mid-1900s. But now, after a 70-year absence, small farms in the Adirondacks are on the rebound. One milestone in this trend is that fresh, naturally-grown vegetables, meat, eggs and yogurt — all produced locally in the Adirondacks — will be available this summer in Warrensburg as well as North Creek and Glens Falls due to a new Farm Share program.
Hudson River Whitewater Derby this weekend
Adirondack Adventure Festival also set
It’s time to celebrate the 56th Annual Hudson River Whitewater Derby and 4th Annual Adirondack Adventure Festival May 3-5.
Connected by natural rhythms
Notes from the North Woods
Most rivers and streams are still running high, with waterconnected by natural rhythms.
