It’s true, camping season is coming quick. Gas prices are up, that’s true, I’ve already gotten my “how will gas impact Memorial Weekend?” call. Add some pre-election bad-economy fear-mongering and you’ve got the perfect reason to enjoy some great New York State camping. ReserveAmerica has just announced their “2008 Top 100 Family [...]
2008 Top Adirondack Family Campgrounds
May 6th, 2008 · 3 Comments · News
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Victoria Weekend 2007 - Backcountry Notice
May 17th, 2007 · 1 Comment · News
GREETINGS TO OUR CANADIAN FRIENDS
If you are planning to recreate in the Adirondacks this Victoria Day weekend (Canada) May 18-21, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation asks you to please remember the following:
HIGH USAGE LEVELS: Visitors to the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness this weekend should be aware that trailhead parking lots and interior [...]
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2007 Garden Parking and Shuttle Schedule
May 2nd, 2007 · 8 Comments · News
This is one of the busiest and most popular trailheads in the Adirondacks. The lot is filled most of the summer so hikers should prepare for using the shuttle for access.
Commencing Friday May 18th, the parking fee $5.00 US ($6.00 CAN) per day will be assessed for parking at the Garden Lot.
This daily fee [...]
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Building an Adirondack Lean-to
April 1st, 2007 · No Comments · Adirondack Life
Someday I’d like to have my own hidden lean-to. I have no idea how long it would take me, but 5 Years sounds about right.
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Adirondack Snow Conditions and Resources
January 26th, 2007 · 1 Comment · Adirondack Life
At this time of year, inquiries about snow are not uncommon. Here are some tools we use at The Center to quickly assess the current situation as it relates to cold, white stuff. Check these hourly and you too can be an expert on Adirondack snow conditions.


