Blog
July 3, 2023 | by: Jackie Bowen - Director of Conservation
The Adirondack Council has released the results of a study of visitor use in the High Peaks Wilderness which shows that data-driven decisions need to be made to properly manage the state Forest Preserve. In this blog, we explain the history of why these studies are needed and what the study found during the summer of 2021.
June 30, 2023 | by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
Catch up on the latest Adirondack conservation news, including a conservation pro taking the helm of the Adirondack Council, new bills that will help the Adirondacks, and our Conservationist of the Year award.
June 14, 2023 | by: Jess Grant - Conservation Associate
In the summer of 2022, our Conservation team attended the Conference of Parties on Biodiversity in Montreal. Conservation Associate Jess Grant looks back on this international event and reflects on the opportunities presented.
June 6, 2023 | by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
In the May Conservation News, learn more about policies at the Adirondack Park Agency, a new headwaters partnership, and some of the highlights for the Adirondack Park from the state budget.
May 30, 2023 | by: Aimee Privitera - Adirondack Council Legislative Advocacy Assistant
Critical decisions are made at the New York State Capitol every year that can have positive or negative impacts for Adirondack waters, wildlife and communities. The 2023 legislative session is winding down and the Adirondack Council is working hard to lobby for policies that ensure the ecological integrity and wild character of your Adirondack Park.
May 22, 2023 | by: Nicholle Gotham - Adirondack Council Assistant Director of Development
Seventy-one percent of Millennials think battling climate change should be a top priority for the government, but many may not know how to take action or how to get involved in fighting for the environment. The Adirondack Council's Next Gen Council will help usher the next generation of environmental and climate leaders into the realm of action, progress, and being heard.
May 15, 2023 | by: Dillon Klepetar - Essex Farm Institute Farm Advocate
Essex Farm Institute, a program of the Adirondack Council, has been helping Adirondack growers and producers limit their climate impacts for years. The EFI grants that are awarded each year help by reducing reliance on fossil fuels, or even by helping farms become more energy independent.
May 12, 2023 | by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
Catch up on April's Adirondack conservation news, with articles on the APA, farm and community grants, and the Power 100
April 20, 2023 | by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
Even with the short growing season of the Adirondacks, gardens can be friendly to local wildlife and pollinators, while still providing a wholesome and bountiful harvest.
April 13, 2023 | by: James Emmenegger - Clarence Petty Legislative Intern
Meet James Emmenegger, the Adirondack Council's 2023 Clarence Petty Legislative Intern!