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Summit Steward Program Discussion - ADKHighPeaks Forums

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Backcountry Visitors Cautioned About Snow Conditions
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today cautioned backcountry users in the Adirondacks of the danger of avalanches. Recent storms have resulted in a significant amount of new snow and an increase is expected in the number of recreational enthusiasts visiting the High [...]

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Compiled on - Thursday November 13, 2008
Weather Forecast
The following forecast, provided by the National Weather Service (NWS), is based on conditions at low elevations. Hikers & Campers entering the High Peaks Region should expect, and be prepared for, conditions which will likely be more severe than those expressed in a general NWS forecast. [...]

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We’ve got the Adirondack 46′ers, the Catskills have the 3500 Club. Now, the latest addition is the
Chenango County 21.
More Info:
The official list of 46
Andrew’s awesome 46 site
Adirondack Journey
Adirondack Hiking Guide

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Special Detail Scheduled to Patrol Eastern High Peaks Wilderness This Weekend
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Denise M. Sheehan announced today that a special enforcement detail will be patrolling the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness on the weekend of August 18-20, 2006, to ensure compliance with regulations requiring overnight users to store all [...]

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Take Notice of High Water Levels Due to Recent Heavy Rains
(Adirondacks - Region 5 - Notices)
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is advising people to take caution if planning outdoors activities or planning to camp at State campgrounds this holiday weekend due to recent heavy rains in certain impacted areas. High [...]

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Updated Info Current Interior Conditions in the Adirondack High Peaks Region
ADIRONDACK BACKCOUNTRY ADVISORY
Please be advised that due to recent heavy rains the following conditions exist in the backcountry of the Adirondacks:

Water levels are high in streams, rivers, ponds and lakes.
Low water crossings may not be accessible
Trails along waterways, and in low areas, may be flooded.
All [...]

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