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March 14, 2016  |  by: John F. Sheehan - Adirondack Council Communications Director
Adirondack Research Forum Offers Fascinating View of Current Science - Part 1
I had the privilege of participating in the 2016 Adirondack Research Forum at the Adirondack League Club in early March. Scientists came from as far away as Oregon and Ohio to explain their work. Studies like these help us convince policymakers to create science-based policies to better protect Adirondack wilderness, waters, wildlife and communities from acid rain, and climate change.
March 8, 2016  |  by: Kevin Chlad - Director of Government Relations
Solutions for Invasive Species Continue to Flow in the Adirondacks
We would all probably agree that the lifeblood of the Adirondack Park is its clean water. Unfortunately, clean water in the Adirondacks is currently facing a very serious threat that will challenge its very fabric: invasive species. Thankfully, a coordinated effort focused on policy and funding is underway to prevent the spread of invasives and protect clean water.
February 29, 2016  |  by: Rocci Aguirre - Adirondack Council Conservation Director
The Adirondack's Great South Woods and the Intricacies of Complex Planning
New York's Department of Environmental Conservation and SUNY Environmental Science and Forestry have been conducting a complex public outreach and planning effort focused on enhancing recreational opportunities in the two-million acres of the Adirondack Park known as the Great South Woods.
February 22, 2016  |  by: Lisa M. Genier - Adirondack Council Program Analyst
Help Us Convince the Legislature to Support Record Adirondack Funding
Governor Cuomo's proposed 2016-17 budget provides record funding for the environment and the Adirondack Park's wildlife, wilderness and communities. Help us convince the legislature to support this Adirondack funding in the final state budget!
February 9, 2016  |  by: Lisa M. Genier - Adirondack Council Program Analyst
Welcome Dana Mancini as the Council's Newest Clarence Petty Intern
The Adirondack Council is happy to welcome a new addition to our hard working and dedicated staff team. Dana Mancini began work in early December as one of the Adirondack Council's Clarence Petty Interns. Dana will be working in our Albany Office during the upcoming legislative session.
February 1, 2016  |  by: Lisa M. Genier - Adirondack Council Program Analyst
New Book Features Birds in the Adirondacks
Today, February 1, SUNY Press/Excelsior Editions published Flight Paths: A Field Journal of Hope, Heartbreak, and Miracles with New York's Bird People. Readers will find that both the Adirondacks and the Adirondack Council are featured prominently.
January 26, 2016  |  Press Republican  |  by: Op-Ed by William C. Janeway - Adirondack Council Executive Director
In My Opinion: Governor's Budget Supports Wilderness, Communities
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposed 2016-17 state budget includes record funding for clean water, wilderness, wildlife, and communities in the Adirondack Park. It is an ambitious plan that provides an historic opportunity for stakeholders to work together, protect wilderness and support vibrant communities.
January 20, 2016  |  by: Kevin Chlad - Director of Government Relations
An Agenda and Budget Flowing with Opportunity for the Adirondacks
Last week, Governor Cuomo presented his 2016-17 budget proposal and report on the state of the state. With these proposals, the Governor has shown how he wants the state to better protect water, wildlife, wilderness, and communities, both in the Adirondacks and statewide.
December 14, 2015  |  by: Kevin Chlad - Adirondack Council Director of Government Relations
With Hope, Looking Forward to a Bright Future for the Adirondack Park
Read about one Adirondack Council staff member's hike in the McKenzie Mountain Wilderness and the hope for a bright future for the Adirondack Park.
December 8, 2015  |  by: John F. Sheehan - Adirondack Council Communications Director
Acid Rain Reductions Should Inform Climate Change Strategy
After nations engaged in the Paris climate summit, we can take comfort in the fact that we have learned how to vanquish acid rain over the past 30 years and we can apply the same methods to curb global warming.

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