Skiing the south slopes
Notes from the North Woods
As the winter season begins to show signs of winding down, visions of an early ice out have begun to dance through my head like sugar-plums on Christmas Eve.
Trial program mulled for Lake George boat disinfection concept
Feb. 3, the Commission’s Invasives Species Spread Prevention Committee discussed establishing a trial boat inspection and vessel disinfection program within several months at Norowal Marina.
Learn winter survival with Adirondack TREKS February 24
Ever wonder how people survive being lost in the winter woods with sub-zero temps?
Rabbit tourney set in Jay
The Sixth Annual Rabbit Tournament to benefit the Jay Fire and Rescue Department will be held Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18-19, at the fire house.
Citizens call for tightened oversight of development around Lake George
Lake George is considered one of the most pristine of all water bodies in the nation, and local development needs more direction and oversight to protect its purity, two local citizens told the new town board this week.
Former forest ranger promoting local backcountry trails
Thirteenth Lake to North Creek Trail System offers much
Now that Steven Ovitt is retired from the ranks of the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) forest rangers, he is busier than ever.
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival wraps up, looks ahead
The 10-day Saranac Lake Winter Carnival wrapped up Sunday evening, Feb. 12, with a slide show presentation by photographer Mark Kurtz and a grand finale display of fireworks at the Ice Palace on Lake Flower, but it seems this event never truly ends.
Riparian Repairs
Notes from the North Woods
Recent reports indicate Essex County recently received significant funding from a combination of state and federal sources to pay for the removal of debris, and the restoration of a many local river and stream corridors.
Zany contests, games slated for Lake George Winter Carnival this weekend
The premier winter festival of the North Country features a deep lineup of family-oriented events in Lake George Village this weekend.
Empire State Winter Games a success
The 32nd annual Empire State Winter Games was held on Feb. 2-5 with over 1,000 athletes competing in a number of sports disciplines.
4-H Adirondack Guide program for youth seeks new members
A public session is to be held Thursday, Feb. 16 to introduce the 4-H Adirondack Guide program to youth in the area, their parents, and interested local citizens.
Lack of ice doesn’t deter crowd from Lake George carnival
The zany outhouse race on ice held at the annual Lake George Winter Carnival has entertained people for generations. This year, people found out that the competition is just as fun and bizarre on packed snow.
WinterFest a go on despite weather
No snow? No problem.
DEC kept busy this season
Notes from the North Woods
It has been a busy season for the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
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