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Adirondack Almanack
Published 6 hours agoCatching 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
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Published 10 hours agoGreat Camp Sagamore’s annual gala raises more than $220,000
The Sagamore Institute raised funding to support its educational programs, events and community experiences
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Published September 23Adirondack 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
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Published September 23Adirondack 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
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Published September 23Adaptive kayaking opens Adirondack waters to paddlers with disabilities
Vermont-based program uses specialized equipment to help people with disabilities paddle independently
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Published 4 hours agoGov. 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"
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Published 9 hours agoFly of the Week: Cosseboom Salmon
This pattern has a mysterious past and a long debated history.
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Published 11 hours agoPeaked Mountain: A worthy climb
A scenic hike with worthy swim spots.
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Published September 24COMMENTARY: Do we really need more ‘Forever Wild’ land?
The region should prioritize community support over multi-million dollar land acquisitions
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Published September 2480-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
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Published September 24Bike the Barns, Oktoberfest and other Adirondack area events
Events throughout the region this week include fall festivals, historic reenactments, outdoor activities and much more
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Published September 24Massive 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.