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Experts say cold snap leads to rapid ice formation on Lake Champlain

Source: Experts say cold snap leads to rapid ice formation on Lake Champlain

Overuse, Olympic venues, clean water and air: Gov. Hochul’s Adirondack vision | NCPR News

Source: Overuse, Olympic venues, clean water and air: Gov. Hochul’s Adirondack vision | NCPR News

DEC offers tips on staying safe when ice fishing | Sun Community News ALBANY | Anglers should make sure ice is thick enough before venturing out, that means at least 4 inches of solid clear ice if heading out on foot.

Source: DEC offers tips on staying safe when ice fishing | Sun Community News ALBANY | Anglers should make sure ice is thick enough before venturing out, that means at least 4 inches of solid clear ice if heading out on foot.

DEC to Hold ‘First Day’ Hikes in the Adirondacks

New York State and Partners to Lead Hikes on Jan. 1, 2022, to Celebrate the New Year The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced six “first day” hikes planned for Jan. 1, 2022, in DEC’s Region 5, which includes the Central and Eastern Adirondacks. Announced by Governor Kathy Hochul earlier this month (link […]

Watch: Electric ‘foilboard’ surfing on the St. Lawrence River | NCPR News

Source: Watch: Electric ‘foilboard’ surfing on the St. Lawrence River | NCPR News

Record-breaking year for camping in N.Y. | Sun Community News ALBANY | 

Source: Record-breaking year for camping in N.Y. | Sun Community News ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced that overnight reservations at campgrounds operated by the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the New York State Department o

Accessible Adirondacks: Exploring the Clintonville Pine Barrens – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Accessible Adirondacks: Exploring the Clintonville Pine Barrens – The Adirondack Almanack

Covid found in deer; hunters should take precautions, doctor says – syracuse.com

Source: Covid found in deer; hunters should take precautions, doctor says – syracuse.com

Powered by gummy bears, six-year-old hiker completes every trail in the Catskill Mountains – syracuse.com

Source: Powered by gummy bears, six-year-old hiker completes every trail in the Catskill Mountains – syracuse.com

Plattsburgh celebrates Phase 2 of the Saranac River Trail with soft opening

Source: Plattsburgh celebrates Phase 2 of the Saranac River Trail with soft opening

Diversifying the Adirondacks, one whitewater rafting trip (or hike) at a time | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Source: Diversifying the Adirondacks, one whitewater rafting trip (or hike) at a time | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise

Watching the salmon run – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Watching the salmon run – – The Adirondack Almanack

How even an experienced kayaker can get into trouble in the cold waters of Oneida Lake – syracuse.com

Source: How even an experienced kayaker can get into trouble in the cold waters of Oneida Lake – syracuse.com

Exploring Cranberry Lake – – The Adirondack Almanack

Source: Exploring Cranberry Lake – – The Adirondack Almanack

Rail bikes offer fall outing for all ages – Adirondack Explorer

Source: Rail bikes offer fall outing for all ages – Adirondack Explorer

New Saranac River Trail spur opens | News | pressrepublican.com

Source: New Saranac River Trail spur opens | News | pressrepublican.com

More than 15,000 hikers sign up for Adirondack parking permits | NCPR News

Source: More than 15,000 hikers sign up for Adirondack parking permits | NCPR News

Watch as NY State Police use helicopter to rescue injured hiker in Adirondacks – syracuse.com

Source: Watch as NY State Police use helicopter to rescue injured hiker in Adirondacks – syracuse.com

Grand opening set for pump track in Schuyler Falls | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Grand opening set for pump track in Schuyler Falls | Local News | pressrepublican.com

DEC, Essex County, and Town of Keene Announce New Pilot Route 73 Shuttle System to Launch Aug. 21

New Pilot Shuttle Program Will Be Free for Riders and Help Manage Sustainable Visitation to Adirondack High Peaks Region The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Essex County, and town of Keene today announced the details of the new, pilot Route 73 shuttle system that will launch on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021. The […]

Grant to fund Poke-O renovation | Local News | pressrepublican.com

Source: Grant to fund Poke-O renovation | Local News | pressrepublican.com

2021-22 New York State Hunting and Trapping Licenses on Sale Now

New Opportunities for Deer Hunters Expanded Call Center Hours and Online Sales New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that hunting and trapping licenses and Deer Management Permits (DMPs) for the 2021-2022 seasons are on sale now. In addition, DEC announced new opportunities for hunters this year, including expanded […]

Lake Champlain set for MLF Bass Pro Tour | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Major League Fishing’s, MLF, Bass Pro Tour Aug. 5-10

Source: Lake Champlain set for MLF Bass Pro Tour | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | Major League Fishing’s, MLF, Bass Pro Tour is set to visit Lake Champlain, next week, Aug. 5-10, for their sixth regular-season tournament of the season – the Toyota Stage Six at L

Future of some snowmobile trails remains murky after court decision

Source: Future of some snowmobile trails remains murky after court decision

 East Coast Watercross is back on the Adirondack Coast Jet skiers take on Lake Champlain at the Plattsburgh City Beach, July 31-August 1 

Plattsburgh, NY –  The IJSBA National Championships presented by East Coast Watercross is back on the Adirondack Coast after 2020 interrupted by COVID-19! Watch as jet skiers soar across Lake Champlain from 10 am-6 pm. each day, July 31 – August 1, in an action-packed race around a 30-buoy course, providing entertainment and suspense for […]