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Adirondack Almanack Published 6 hours ago

Catching views from Stillwater fire tower and rescuing a loon

Gary Lee shares an experience climbing a fire tower and rescuing an injured loon over the dam at Twitchell Lake

Adirondack Almanack Published 10 hours ago

Great Camp Sagamore’s annual gala raises more than $220,000

The Sagamore Institute raised funding to support its educational programs, events and community experiences

Adirondack Almanack Published September 23

Adirondack Stories: Frederic Remington

Though Frederic Remington became a cowboy and lover of the Wild West, he grew up in the Adirondacks and spent his summers there

Adirondack Almanack Published September 23

Adirondack historian Phil Terrie speaks to ‘wilderness’ mystique

How wilderness came to be defined by the people with wealth, power and who was left out of the 'forever wild' narrative

Adirondack Almanack Published September 23

Adaptive kayaking opens Adirondack waters to paddlers with disabilities

Vermont-based program uses specialized equipment to help people with disabilities paddle independently

Adirondack Almanack Published 4 hours ago

Gov. Hochul designates Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day

Sept. 25 was chosen to honor the life and legacy of country music singer Dolly Parton to highlight her iconic song "9 to 5"

Adirondack Almanack Published 9 hours ago

Fly of the Week: Cosseboom Salmon

This pattern has a mysterious past and a long debated history.

Adirondack Almanack Published 11 hours ago

Peaked Mountain: A worthy climb

A scenic hike with worthy swim spots.

Adirondack Almanack Published September 24

COMMENTARY: Do we really need more ‘Forever Wild’ land?

The region should prioritize community support over multi-million dollar land acquisitions

Adirondack Almanack Published September 24

80-year-old Saratoga man dies in glider collision

Plus: A fire in Newcomb, Injured hikers and a lost hiker found on an unmarked trail in this week's forest ranger report

Adirondack Almanack Published September 24

Bike the Barns, Oktoberfest and other Adirondack area events

Events throughout the region this week include fall festivals, historic reenactments, outdoor activities and much more

Adirondack Almanack Published September 24

Massive lakes formed as glaciers retreated from Northern New York. A geologist thinks they need new names.

As technology advances knowledge of ancient lake boundaries, a retired SUNY professor aims to unite researchers around a common naming convention that also pays homage to Indigenous peoples.

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