The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) has completed critical restoration of the historic Indian Carry portage connecting Stony Creek Ponds and Upper Saranac Lake, enhancing safety for users and protecting against environmental degradation. The work was carried out this summer … [Read more...] about NFCT, Volunteers Upgrade Historic Portage and Campsites
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Paddling Film Fest, ‘Round the Mountain Race Coming to Saranac Lake
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) and its partners will host a film festival and a race in Saranac Lake on May 12-13. On Friday, May 12, the NFCT will team up with NRS and Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters to present the 18th annual World Tour Paddling Film … [Read more...] about Paddling Film Fest, ‘Round the Mountain Race Coming to Saranac Lake
Northern Current Music Festival Set for Sept. 4
The Northern Current Music Festival returns to Riverside Park in Saranac Lake, NY on Sunday, Sept. 4, with an irresistible lineup of live music. “We’re thrilled with this year’s lineup and can’t wait for folks to join us,” said Kiki Sarko of Northern Current’s organizing … [Read more...] about Northern Current Music Festival Set for Sept. 4
Cuomo Announces Approval Of Adirondack Rail-Trail Plan (Adirondack Alamanac)
"Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday announced approval of a controversial plan to remove state-owned railroad tracks between Lake Placid and Tupper Lake to create a 34-mile multi-use trail. In addition, the state is committed to restoring 45 miles of tracks between Big Moose and … [Read more...] about Cuomo Announces Approval Of Adirondack Rail-Trail Plan (Adirondack Alamanac)
Full and By Farm: Sweet Syrup and Politics
We boiled syrup late into Monday night. I split wood by the nearly full moon as it reflected brightly off of new snowfall, pin point stars and bright planets shining down. And the crisp, crisp air burning into your lungs and fingertips if you stepped more than a few paces from … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Sweet Syrup and Politics