Adirondack Base Camp — Drop Your Pack and Stay Awhile

DEC Region 5 Forest Ranger’s August & September Search and Rescue Report

January 11th, 2013 · News

A little bit scary how many people are heading into the woods unprepared.
Full report after the jump.

Lost hikers and biker – Stay together when hiking in groups and know the location of all group members at all times. Always carry a map and compass, and know how to use them. Always carry a flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries. Always inform someone of your itinerary including an expected return time.
Bee sting and other injuries – Accidents can happen. Always carry a first aid kit and contact the DEC Forest Rangers at 518-891-0235 in backcountry emergencies.
Exausted people and dog – Know your abilities, the area you plan to hike, and the abilities of your hiking partner, including pets; be sure that all are capable of any planned hikes.

Moose at Shingle Shanty

December 20th, 2012 · Adirondack Life

(via Shingle Shanty Preserve and Research Station)

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Race to Benefit New Land Trust

December 13th, 2012 · News

Cock-A-Doodle-Shoe Brings Competition to the Adirondack Coast
10K Snowshoe Race to Benefit the New Land Trust

Plattsburgh, NY– On January 20, 2013 DION Snowshoes will heat up winter on the Adirondack Coast with Cock-A-Doodle-Shoe. Cock-A-Doodle Shoe, one of the Northeast’s regional qualifiers for the 2013 USSSA National Snowshoe Championships, is a 10K snowshoe race that makes use of the rolling trails that cover most of New Land Trust’s 287 scenic acres in Saranac, NY. The competition is open to participants of all snowshoe levels with $150 cash prize and a very unique trophy for the overall male and female winners. The entry fee for the race is $15 ($20 day-of) which gets you a t-shirt (only guaranteed to those who pre-register), merchandise raffle eligibility and post-race refreshments. Proceeds from the event will benefit The New Land Trust, a non-governmental, not for profit organization dedicated to developing and sustaining their property for health of the environment and the enjoyment of the public. Cock-A-Doodle-Shoe will begin promptly at 10:00am on Sunday January 20 with registration from 8:00am-9:45am for participants who did not pre-register at PreRace.com.

For more information on Cock-A-Doodle-Shoe visit cockadoodleshoe.com.

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Valcour Island Camp

December 8th, 2012 · Miscellania

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Top Dead Center

November 26th, 2012 · Adirondack Life

Soon, I will be able to ski at www.newlandtrust.org

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The Horrors of Hantavirus

November 16th, 2012 · Miscellania

Infographic – USC Public Health Online (via Killer Infographics)

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Around the Campfire

Go Digital or Go Dark - ANCA Fundraisers

Individual theaters get their own fundraiser.... I guess that's fair. BTW, The Strand in Plattsburgh? Didn't they just get some money?

Adirondack Food Network

"Connecting local food to local folks!"

First Statewide Trail User Count Demonstrates Popularity of Greenway (Multi-use) Trails

"With over 125 multi-use trails statewide, the 2.2 million trail users tallied in the count are only the tip of the iceberg."

Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program 2012 Annual Report (PDF)

"The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) serves as the Adirondack Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) whose mission is to protect the Adirondack region from the negative impacts of non-native invasive species."

Play Adirondacks state park Game

Eh, it kills a few minutes.

Are Snowmobiles Safe? Local Accidents Spotlight the Winter Machines

"Common causes of accidents are things such as hitting a rock or tree stump hidden beneath the snow cover, or travelling too fast and losing control and hitting a tree or other solid object, or being thrown from the vehicle."

Lake George Steward Program 2012 Season Summary

"In 2012, lake stewards were posted at five launches around Lake George: Dunham's Bay, Norowal Marina, Hague Town Launch, Rogers Rock, and Mossy Point. Lake stewards recorded 6,972 boats during the 2012 season."

North Country Trail - New York

I wonder if Fed-money flows for this project?

Trying to unlock secrets of dead serial killer

"The prosecutors had acceded to Keyes' requests: a cup of Americano coffee, a peanut butter Snickers and a cigar (for later)."

Tiny red dot on a map could be key to solving Hamilton cold case

"Garrow would become the state's most infamous serial killer, charged with the death of four people and suspected of many more murders and rapes."

Prison Time: 40 years of the Rockefeller Drug Laws

Cost of Hotel Taxes Infographic

NYC goes to the general fund.

Adirondack Buzz

The Adirondack Park and Conservation on a Crowding Planet

I did not read or delve into this at all.

Platypus Might Be Growing Wings

"Eight years and very little accomplished."

Adirondack ski areas by the numbers: 2012-13 season

"20% increase in visitation over the disappointing 2011-12 season."

Adirondack land swap would save jobs at mine

"Trade of Adirondack property would allow mine to grow, keep jobs"

Is the Adirondack Park an economic engine?

"Wherever you are in the Adirondacks, do you see the hiking, paddling, climbing and camping opportunities around you as an economic engine?"

ANCA’s train wreck

Look, ANCA has economic-skin in the game - that much is obvious. So why is everyone surprised about their advocacy?

Is the Adirondack Park Overused?

When demand outstrips supply, clearly, the price is too low.

As Climate Warms, Expect Surprises

Nature always surprises me.

Trail Map: John Brown Farm State Historic Site Lake Placid

"As the final resting spot for abolitionist John Brown, the John Brown Farm and Gravesite encompasses the original 244 acres purchased by the Browns in 1849."

CALL FOR ACTION

I think they will have semi-nice weather for their action.

Rail? Trail? Decide, N.Y.

"What do you do with a 141-mile stretch of rail bed that cuts through one of the nation’s greatest parks?"

White-crown Sparrow

It's actually quite a challenge to ID and photograph sparrows.

Destination Marketing

Bed tax still a hot topic

"Tupper Lake lodging owners get heated; Saranac Lake supporters speak out"

Where Was the Birthplace of the American Vacation?

"First in rustic tents and later in elaborate resorts, city dwellers took to the Adirondacks to explore the joys of the wilderness"

Your Adirondack Base Camp (Update II w/ video)

"Old Forge is 'Adirondack Base Camp' for visitors who launch out near and far seeking everything from serenity to adventure."

Orbitz Originals: A sign that mainstream travel brands are finally taking video seriously?

"As part of their latest promotional campaign, the marketing arm of NY State, Empire State Development, has partnered with Orbitz on a video series promoting the Empire State offerings on Orbitz.com/NYState."

Orbitz Shows Power of Video Marketing for Travel with New Series, I Love New York

"90% of travelers watch online videos."

Where the heck is the Adirondacks? (audio)

"Well, here's the good news: There's a lot of growth potential."

Understanding the Adirondack Regional Tourism Council

"So what is the ARTC doing to promote the Adirondack experience?"

Warren County announces occupancy tax awards

"Nearly two dozen business owners and event promoters touted their plans and lobbied supervisors on the Occupancy Tax Coordination Committee for a piece of the bed tax pie."

Bienvenue à Saranac Lake?

"Village may create French-English signage"

Warren County official wants tourism center near outlets

Better than being on the govt buildings.

New Warren County tourism headquarters eyed

Hotel owners mixed on Essex County bed tax hike

"To tax people who are supporting our community, our Park, our existence - at a time when we're in a recession - I think is one of the craziest ideas I've ever heard in my life."

Point au Roche State Park

January 12th, 2013 · Adirondack Life