The DEC has announced the seventh year of Winter Weekends at Camp Santanoni and they start this upcoming weekend, January 18 to 20. Winter sports enthusiasts and history buffs will want to check these events out! Winter Weekends: The Quick Details Winter Weekends at Camp Santanoni in Newcomb allow guests to cross-country ski and...
Editor’s note 01/08/20: The Full Moon Party has been rescheduled, and so was removed from this article. Did you know there’s a full moon on Friday? There’s a guided moonlight snowshoe hike on Saturday (when the moon will still be big and beautiful!) and more fun going on! Moonlight Guided Snowshoe Tour Saturday, January...
You aren’t supposed to feed deer or moose, but what if one of those creatures raids your backyard bird feeder? Are you held responsible? Find out what you need to know about the DEC’s new regulation to reduce wildlife feeding. Why We Can’t Feed Wild Deer & Moose The DEC first prohibited deer feeding...
Whether you’re itching to get outdoors to enjoy the Adirondack winter wonderland or you’d rather stay warm indoors there are events worth checking out in the region this weekend. Winter Wandering Saturday, January 4 The Adirondack Interpretive Center in Newcomb hosts a Winter Wandering snowshoeing event with naturalist and author Peter O’Shea. The group...
Looking for things to do in the Adirondack region after Christmas and leading up to New Year’s? We’ve rounded up five cool events happening, including two polar plunges! Lake George Polar Plunge Wednesday, January 1 Plunge into Lake George on New Year’s Day! About 1,000 participants are expected to take part. Feeling Long Lakey...
It’s a New Year’s Day tradition in the Adirondacks – First Day Hikes! The DEC has announced four in the region for 2020, so strap on your hiking boots or snowshoes, put on a warm coat, and get ready to welcome the New Year with exercise and fresh air. Here are the hikes: First...
Love camping in the Adirondacks? Share your passion for the great outdoors next summer by volunteering for the DEC Campground Ambassador Program and you’ll enjoy two weeks of free camping in exchange. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced its third annual Campground Ambassador Program, part of the Adventure NY initiative,...
The Adirondack High Peaks are a must-see attraction for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, but they’re also an important natural treasure that needs to be protected for future generations. Striking a balance between conservation and public use can be difficult, but the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has just announced a new...
Although fall in the Adirondacks is a wonderful time of the year, it can also be dangerous. With decreased daylight hours and increased deer and moose sightings, roadways in the Adirondacks pose more hazards for both motorists and wildlife. Read on for more information on how to make your travels through the region safer...
The Adirondack Park is known for its sprawling wilderness and pristine waters, but that’s not to say it hasn’t been affected by industry and pollution. Acid rain has been a concern for decades, but a recent surprise discovery by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Adirondack Lakes Survey Corporation...