Blog
October 6, 2021 | by: Lisa M. Genier - Adirondack Council Program Analyst
In this blog, read about Governor Hochul's visit to Lake Placid, acreage added to the Vanderwhacker Wild Forest, the Council's report on the need for sustainably designed hiking trails, and more.
September 16, 2021 | by: Amanda Birchenoug-Morrell – Adirondack Council Associate Development Director
Take a walk with us through a section of old-growth forests.
September 2, 2021 | by: By: Justin Levine – Adirondack Council Communications and Outreach Assistant
In this blog, read about NYS Governor Hochul, a sneak peek at the Council's State of the Park Report, an updated trailhead for the High Peaks, a new tool to report water quality issues on Lake George, and a new life for the "A-frame" at the former Frontier Town.
August 19, 2021 | by: Justin Levine - Adirondack Council Communications and Outreach Assistant
The Tahawus area - an historic ghost town - is still wild and scenic, but has several new improvements that make the experience even more enjoyable, whether you're there for hiking, paddling, or history.
August 13, 2021 | by: Justin Levine - Adirondack Council Communications and Outreach Assistant
When we think of wildlife, it’s often in the form of bears, moose, deer, and fish. And smaller wildlife abounds in the Adirondacks, from mice and fisher to eagles and turkeys. So most people may not think of insects as wildlife, but the bugs, caterpillars, bees, and yes, even black flies, play an integral role in Adirondack ecosystems.
July 23, 2021 | by: Justin Levine – Adirondack Council Communications and Outreach Assistant
In this blog, read about the future of the Whitney Estate, Paradox Lake's grant to hand-harvest invasive milfoil, Aaron Mair joining the Adirondack Council team, and how Adirondack Harvest is helping people find locally-grown food.
July 20, 2021 | by: Debbie Pastore - Adirondack Council Director of Fund Development
Read about and see videos of our 2021 Conservationist of the Year, Forever Wild Day, and Board Meeting
June 30, 2021 | by: Lisa M. Genier - Adirondack Council Program Analyst
This month's blog focuses on Gypsy Moth caterpillars, good news on Forest Rangers and ECOs, and much more!
June 15, 2021 | by: David Miller - Adirondack Council Clean Water Program Coordinator
In this blog, David Miller, the Adirondack Council's Clean Water Program Coordinator, writes about why clean water infrastructure and funding for it is so important in protecting waterbodies in the Adirondack Park.
June 4, 2021 | by: Allison Stefanelli - Adirondack Council Clarence Petty Legislative Intern and Charlotte Staats - Adirondack Council Conservation Assistant
The introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to waters in the Adirondacks threatens biodiversity, clean water, and jobs. This blog discusses how invasive species laws in other states have been effective in protecting their waterbodies.