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In this blog, you can read about the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus' visit to the Park, the Governor's appointment of John Ernst to chair the APA, and more.
There is an abundance of wildlife you can see deep in the remote forests of the Adirondacks. But, you can also enjoy some very beautiful bird species in your own backyard.
There is a critical issue that impacts the quality of our Adirondack waters - septic system pollution. Many Adirondack residents rely on septic systems to dispose of and treat their wastewater. Old and failing septic systems can cause serious water quality problems ranging from elevated bacteria levels to contributing to the creation of harmful algal blooms.
In this blog, read about Governor Hochul's visit to Lake Placid, acreage added to the Vanderwhacker Wild Forest, the Council's report on the need for sustainably designed hiking trails, and more.
Take a walk with us through a section of old-growth forests.
In this blog, read about NYS Governor Hochul, a sneak peek at the Council's State of the Park Report, an updated trailhead for the High Peaks, a new tool to report water quality issues on Lake George, and a new life for the "A-frame" at the former Frontier Town.
The Tahawus area - an historic ghost town - is still wild and scenic, but has several new improvements that make the experience even more enjoyable, whether you're there for hiking, paddling, or history.
When we think of wildlife, it’s often in the form of bears, moose, deer, and fish. And smaller wildlife abounds in the Adirondacks, from mice and fisher to eagles and turkeys. So most people may not think of insects as wildlife, but the bugs, caterpillars, bees, and yes, even black flies, play an integral role in Adirondack ecosystems.
In this blog, read about the future of the Whitney Estate, Paradox Lake's grant to hand-harvest invasive milfoil, Aaron Mair joining the Adirondack Council team, and how Adirondack Harvest is helping people find locally-grown food.
Read about and see videos of our 2021 Conservationist of the Year, Forever Wild Day, and Board Meeting
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