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April 4, 2024  |  by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
5 Things You Need to Know | March 2024 ADK Conservation News
Read about the most important Adirondack conservation news from March, including eclipse updates, trout protection, wildlife corridors and more!
March 19, 2024  |  by: Martha DePoy - Sustainable Farms Intern
Looking back on my farm internship
Marth DePoy, who served as the Adirondack Council's Sustainable Farm Intern last fall, looks back on her time spent with Adirondack farmers and producers who utilized the Essex Farm Institute's grant program.
March 14, 2024  |  by: David Miller - Clean Water Program Coordinator
Time to Invest in Clean Water Infrastructure
The Adirondack Council's Clean Water Coordinator makes the argument that the state budget should increase funding for clean water infrastructure. This state funding allows communities to update water and sewer systems, which is good for all New Yorkers.
March 5, 2024  |  by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
5 Things You Need to Know | February 2024 ADK Conservation News
The Adirondack conservation news in February this year includes an eclipse warning, road salt testimony, and the leadership change at the DEC. Learn more in our 5 Things You Need To Know blog!
February 27, 2024  |  by: Janine Scherline - Director of Development
Behind the Loon - Meet Janine Scherline
Meet the Adirondack Council staff with our latest Behind the Loon blog! Janine Scherline joined the Council earlier this year as the Director of Development. Learn more about Janine and her love for the Adirondacks, music, and making connections.
February 21, 2024  |  by: John Davis - Adirondack Council Rewilding Advocate
Let Bobcats Manage Themselves
The state Department of Environmental Conservation is taking public comments on how it manages bobcat populations, but the Adirondack Council thinks bobcats should largely be left "unmanaged." Learn why from our Rewilding Advocate John Davis.
February 14, 2024  |  by: Nicholle Gotham - Adirondack Council Assistant Director of Development
Top Feeling: Being a Next Gen Advocate for the Adirondack Park
Joining the Next Gen Council is a great way to help protect the Adirondacks - a place where lasting memories are made. Become part of a great team of new leaders in the Adirondacks, and help us work for a better Park for all.
February 8, 2024  |  by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
The Black Woods is Required Reading
Amy Godine’s recent book The Black Woods take a deeper-than-usual look at the historical role race played in the Adirondacks, long before there was an Adirondack Park. This book goes beyond John Brown and looks at the other individuals who worked to make Black suffrage a reality in New York. This book is required reading for those who believe that the Adirondacks belong to all New Yorkers, and want to ensure a more welcoming Adirondack Park.
February 6, 2024  |  by: Elizabeth Roger - Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement
Behind the Loon - Meet Elizabeth Rogers!
Elizabeth Rogers recently started at the Council as the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement, learn more about what matters to her in the Adirondack Park with her Behind the Loon blog.
February 1, 2024  |  by: Justin Levine - Communications Associate
5 Things You Need to Know | January 2024 ADK Conservation News
Read the latest Adirondack conservation news from January, including the Governor's budget proposals that will impact the Adirondacks, eclipse safety, and a new law that will protect our native pollinators.

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