Long Pond Conservancy (LPC), working under the umbrella of Champlain Area Trails (CATS), has purchased a significant portion of the scenic western shore of Long Pond in Willsboro. “Having Long Pond’s western shore ‘Forever Wild’ is a huge win,” said LPC’s President Frank White. … [Read more...] about Important Western Shoreline of Long Pond Preserved
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CATS Supporters Create a Grand Challenge as Response to COVID-19 Quarantine
When Champlain Area Trails (CATS) postponed its popular Grand Hike from early May until this fall because of the COVID-19 pandemic, supporters were disappointed, but understood. The Grand Hike, in its sixth year, has grown larger every year, attracting over 300 people to last … [Read more...] about CATS Supporters Create a Grand Challenge as Response to COVID-19 Quarantine
Empire State Trail Will Bring Prosperity to Adirondacks (THE SUN)
The Empire State Trail will happen and be in place in 2020. That’s a fact. The issue is what route it will take. Will it be entirely on state roads that have more traffic, or will some of it get off the beaten track and onto local roads where bikers can enjoy more relaxing rides … [Read more...] about Empire State Trail Will Bring Prosperity to Adirondacks (THE SUN)
How can everyone benefit from trails? (THE SUN)
The Champlain Valley was the last part added to the Adirondack Park. It has little public land and, until recently, few hiking trails. This limited the economic benefits of outdoor recreation because people bypassed the valley on their way to trails in the High Peaks. But, that … [Read more...] about How can everyone benefit from trails? (THE SUN)
CATS Long Pond Program Conserves 25 Acres
Frank White and Christine Babson have been visiting Long Pond in Willsboro for their whole lives. When they inherited their parents’ properties, they considered ways to continue that enjoyment while protecting the lake they loved. They focused on a 25-acre parcel they owned at … [Read more...] about CATS Long Pond Program Conserves 25 Acres