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Fall is one of the most bewildering times to enjoy the Adirondacks. The weather is mild, the bugs have retreated, and the leaves put on the most glorious color display as they change from green to yellow, orange, red, burgundy, or brown. But as it is one of the most popular times to get out and enjoy the Park, it’s important to think about how you can minimize the footprint of your experience and maximize your fun before you hit the road.

We are happy to introduce you to our new “Behind the Loon” series. There are so many reasons our Adirondack Council team is great, and we want to give you a chance to meet every one of them and their talents, quirks, and passions. We will be highlighting a member of our team each month. It’s so nice to meet you! 

Some hikers may pride themselves in “bagging” a certain number of peaks in a weekend. But it's good to slow down and take a little extra time to foster a deeper connection to and appreciation for the environment where you are hiking.

Adirondack Conservation News is a collection of the most current events taking place in New York’s Adirondack Park, a unique national treasure and legacy we inherited over 100 years ago, that we must protect for future generations. Adirondack Conservation News aims to highlight both threats and opportunities concerning the Park’s ecological integrity, wild character, and community vibrancy.

“Look, mom!” My 6-year-old son points excitedly to a large raptor about 150 feet off the bow of our canoe. “It’s got a fish!” With its huge wings, dark body, and white head and tail, there’s no mistaking this bald eagle. It’s close enough that we can see the fish in its talons as it flies towards a tall white pine.

One of the things I love about sitting outside on a warm summer Adirondack night is seeing the flashes of fireflies. As I was watching these little flashy creatures perform their spectacular light displays, I realized how little I know about them. Why do they flash? What are they trying to convey? This led me to find that there’s more to fireflies than meets the eye. 

Adirondack Conservation News is a collection of the most current events taking place in New York’s Adirondack Park, a unique national treasure and legacy we inherited over 100 years ago, that we must protect for future generations. Adirondack Conservation News aims to highlight both threats and opportunities concerning the Park’s ecological integrity, wild character, and community vibrancy.

We are happy to introduce you to our new “Behind the Loon” series. There are so many reasons our Adirondack Council team is great, and we want to give you a chance to meet every one of them and their talents, quirks, and passions. We will be highlighting a member of our team each month. It’s so nice to meet you!

New York State had two major clean air victories recently. One will bring much-needed clean-up of emissions from coal-fired power plants in states far away from the Adirondacks, whose emissions harm the Park nonetheless. The other will curb emissions created closer to home. Both will result in less smoke, soot, smog, and acid rain.

Clifton Harcum writes in this blog about why the COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to start the Saranac 6er challenge and experiencing the beauty of the mountains surrounding his community. We welcome Clifton to share his journey to becoming a “hiker” in the Adirondacks.