State officials have opened former timberlands in the Boreas tract property to public access. The interim move comes as fall colors begin the slow march through the mountains. The newest addition to the Adirondack Park State Forest, Boreas has not been formally classified by the … [Read more...] about State Opens Boreas Ponds (THE SUN)
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Why Bobcats Should Be Protected
Many of the once great wildcats of North America have been persecuted to extinction or have had their numbers dramatically decreased. In my previous post, "Lynx rufus: Our Resilient Bobcat," I explained how the Bobcat has persevered in our region; however, some are pushing to … [Read more...] about Why Bobcats Should Be Protected
Adirondack Moose Comeback
Moose have slowly recolonized our beloved Adirondack Park over the last couple decades, coming from Vermont and Quebec. Moose numbers in northern New York are thought to exceed 500 now. We have large amounts of prime Moose habitat in northern New York, including expansive … [Read more...] about Adirondack Moose Comeback
Trapping Cautions for Pet Owners
Although hunting season is coming to an end, trapping season begins in December. Unfortunately, dogs and free-roaming cats are the most common 'non-target' animals that are caught in traps. Where are traps likely to be set? What should you do if your dog gets caught while out … [Read more...] about Trapping Cautions for Pet Owners
Don’t Be Mistaken for a Bear
Natural Ground by Jane Boxall Allen is one of the stories entered in this round of the Champlain Area Trails (CATS) writing contest. If you haven't yet, you should go vote in the Champlain Area Trails Travel Writing Contest! I enjoy the way that Allen begins her story. She … [Read more...] about Don’t Be Mistaken for a Bear