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The Moose is Loose

September 28th, 2007 · No Comments · Adirondack Life, News

There’s only one kind of moose that I like.
DEC Warns Motorists to be Alert for Moose in the Adirondacks
Motorists should be alert for moose on roadways in the Adirondacks and surrounding areas at this time of year - a peak of moose activity - warns the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). I hit a [...]

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NYSDEC Announces Didymo Found in Lower Section of Batten Kill (Rock Snot)

August 7th, 2007 · No Comments · News

First Confirmation of the Aquatic Nuisance Algae in New York State

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How to stop Vermont Rock Snot

July 24th, 2007 · 1 Comment · News

Rock Snot. An invasive species of which I have not heard about. Normally I’d be on-board with this sort of thing, but check the suggested methods of preventing the spread. My comments and emphasis in red.

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DEC Detects VHS in Dead Fish Found at Skaneateles Lake

June 19th, 2007 · No Comments · News

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that an ongoing fish kill of smallmouth bass and rock bass in Skaneateles Lake has been linked to Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS).

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Judy Drabicki Named Region 6 Director

May 18th, 2007 · 1 Comment · News

Here’s something that slipped by me yesterday.  Thanks to “Navaho” John for the tip.
This sounds like a solid choice.  A lawyer.  No surprise there, but also a long-time local with a load of experience.
COMMISSIONER NAMES JUDY DRABICKI DIRECTOR OF DEC’S REGION 6
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis today announced the [...]

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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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DEC Appointment Has Broad Impact

May 9th, 2007 · 2 Comments · News

Here’s an significant bit from the Post-Star regarding the appointment of Elizabeth Lowe as Director of DEC Region 5:
Typically, the regional director represents the DEC on boards of the Adirondack Park Agency, Olympic Development Authority and Lake Champlain Basin Commission.
First, let’s take a look at Region 5:
Region 5 includes three-quarters of the Adirondack Park; over [...]

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