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Lost Brook Dispatches: Essential Back Country Gear

Pete Nelson — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:00:12 +0000

It seems that everyone who loves backpacking has their beloved equipment list. I am no exception. My list, informed by my experience, attitude and views on comfort, has evolved over the years to something a little different than many lists I see.

Having spent two Dispatches on the general subject of back country safety I thought I’d offer my version for the fun of it and perhaps see how many arguments I can start. I claim to have no definitive anything in this game, just an opinion. So the more substantive disagreements I generate the better.

If you are new to backpacking you might think to rely upon an expert authority. There are lots of lists from » Continue Reading.

Summer Arts in the Adirondacks

Sandra Hildreth — Fri, 25 May 2012 22:59:29 +0000

Memorial Day weekend brings fresh paint and new displays to the various galleries and arts venues throughout the Adirondacks.

In Saranac Lake, this is the last week at the Adirondack Artists Guild for “Sunrise-Sunset”, an exhibit of photographs by Barry Lobdell. Opening June 1 will be “Favorite Majicks”, paintings by Meg Bernstein. At NorthWind Fine Arts, blacksmith David Woodward is the featured artist (see photo).

His work will also be found on top of the new Adirondack Carousel building (grand opening May 26) in the form of a hand-crafted weather vane. A number of area artists donated their art skills to the new carousel! The next featured artist at NorthWind » Continue Reading.

This Week’s Adirondack Web Highlights

Editorial Staff — Fri, 25 May 2012 19:00:29 +0000

On Friday afternoons Adirondack Almanack compiles for our readers a collection » Continue Reading.

Adirondack Events This Weekend (May 25)

Editorial Staff — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:16:09 +0000

We’ve gathered the best links to regional events calendars all in one place. Visit the Adirondack Almanack every Friday to find out everything that’s happening around the Adirondacks.

The Almanack also provides weekly back-country conditions and hunting and fishing reports for those headed into the woods or onto the waters this weekend.

Region-wide Events This Weekend

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Old Forge Area Events This Weekend

Tupper Lake Region Events This Weekend

This Week’s Top Adirondack News Stories

Editorial Staff — Fri, 25 May 2012 10:00:37 +0000

Each Friday morning Adirondack Almanack compiles for our readers the previous week’s top stories. You can find all our weekly news round-ups here.

Subscribe! More than 7,500 people get Adirondack Almanack » Continue Reading.

Adirondack Fish and Game Report (May 24)

Editorial Staff — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:00:46 +0000

Adirondack Almanack provides this weekly Hunting and Fishing Report each Thursday evening, year round. The Almanack also provides weekly backcountry recreation conditions reports for those headed into the woods or onto the waters.

Listen for the weekly Adirondack Outdoor Recreation Report Friday mornings on WNBZ (AM 920 & 1240, FM 105 & 102.1), WSLP (93.3) and the stations of North Country Public Radio.

SPECIAL NOTICES FOR THIS WEEKEND

** indicates new or revised items.

** LATE SPRING CONDITIONS

After evening temperatures dipping into the mid- and upper-30s Friday night, Saturday and Sunday is expected to be in the 70s. Recent rains have » Continue Reading.

Current Conditions in the Adirondack Park (May 24)

Editorial Staff — Thu, 24 May 2012 22:15:08 +0000

This weekly Adirondack conditions report is issued on Thursday afternoons, year round.

Listen for the weekly Adirondack Outdoor Recreation Report Friday mornings on WNBZ (AM 920 & 1240, FM 105 & 102.1), WSLP (93.3) and the stations of North Country Public Radio.

The Adirondack Almanack also publishes weekly a Adirondack Hunting and Fishing Report.

SPECIAL NOTICES FOR THIS WEEKEND

** indicates new or revised items.

** LATE SPRING CONDITIONS

Widespread rains this week have resulted in wet and muddy trails. Wear waterproof footwear and gaiters, and walk through – not around – mud and water on trails. Remember » Continue Reading.

Philosophy: Solitude And The New Age of Privacy

Marianne Patinelli-Dubay — Thu, 24 May 2012 16:00:25 +0000

I wouldn’t call myself a “morning person” but I do like the way the day has a kind of endless feel when I get up with the sun. This time of year the world around this little house is alive with the spring song of rushing brook water, birds, and that subtle sound of bloom rubbing against bloom that is quieted in winter. So, I follow my cat’s lead and stretch into the day in response to the sounds of the outside waking up. Click on NCPR, draw a dark roast, pour some granola, gather pen and paper, settle into a soft chair and begin.

It was on such a morning recently when a report came » Continue Reading.

Shannon Houlihan: Using All Those Chives!

Shannon Houlihan — Thu, 24 May 2012 12:50:09 +0000

When I was a little kid, Thanksgiving and Christmas were spent at my grandparent’s house. The one memory that is crystal clear (other than opening presents part) was celery stuffed with cream cheese. My grandmother would make a platter or two, and it was my job to run around carrying said platter and offer it to the adults who were hanging around waiting for dinner to be done.

The reason I mention this is not to talk about holiday meals in the middle of May, or the delights of stuffed celery, but rather because on top of that celery were tiny tasteless dried green specks. These were chives. Freeze-dried and shaken out of a spice » Continue Reading.

High Peaks Happy Hour: Sport Island Pub, Northville

Kim and Pam Ladd — Wed, 23 May 2012 20:35:37 +0000

Looking to expand our research to the outer reaches of the Adirondack Park, we set the GPS for Northville and opted for the scenic route through Stony Creek to Sacandaga Lake. Low speed limits and even slower drivers allowed us a leisurely opportunity to observe the views around the Sacandaga and glimpse the lakefront homes. Sport Island Pub, our targeted destination, proved to be easy to find. Its lakefront location, barely off the beaten path, is surrounded by summer homes. Decks on two levels visible from the parking area, wood sided with three dormers poking through the roof, the textured cinder block building left us curious about what we would find inside.

Greeted by a » Continue Reading.