This round-up of Adirondack conservation news is a collection of the most current events taking place in New York’s Adirondack Park, a unique national treasure and legacy we inherited over 100 years ago that we must protect for future generations. [Read more…] about Adirondack Conservation News: 5 Things You Need to Know
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Report: Crowds Impacting Adirondack High Peaks
The Adirondack Council has released a report commissioned in early 2021 looking at visitation and recreation patterns in specific areas of the High Peaks Wilderness Complex in the Adirondacks. [Read more…] about Report: Crowds Impacting Adirondack High Peaks
Raul Aguirre Named Adirondack Council Executive Director
The Adirondack Council’s Board of Directors today announced that it had hired the Council’s current Deputy Executive Director Raul “Rocci” Aguirre to be the new Executive Director of the organization, effective immediately. [Read more…] about Raul Aguirre Named Adirondack Council Executive Director
Adirondack Bills Advance in Legislative Session
Adirondack Park advocates are celebrating passage of three bills that would protect birds and bees from pesticides, protect native aquatic plants from invasive species, and deal with a violation of the New York State Constitution’s “forever wild” clause. [Read more…] about Adirondack Bills Advance in Legislative Session
Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Caucus Named Adirondack Conservationist of the Year
The Adirondack Council will present its Conservationist of the Year Award to the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative (BPHA) Caucus for its support of Adirondack environmental science, education, jobs and wilderness protection. [Read more…] about Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Caucus Named Adirondack Conservationist of the Year
New Partnership Aims to Protect Raquette Headwaters
The Headwaters Campaign is an effort to address the unique challenges faced by lake associations in the headwaters of the St. Lawrence River, which includes the Raquette River watershed, as they strive to stop the spread of invasive species and meet other critical stewardship needs. [Read more…] about New Partnership Aims to Protect Raquette Headwaters
Adirondack Conservation News This Week
This round-up of Adirondack conservation news is a collection of the most current events taking place in New York’s Adirondack Park, a unique national treasure and legacy we inherited over 100 years ago that we must protect for future generations. This regular feature provided by the Adirondack Council highlights threats and opportunities concerning the Park’s ecological integrity, wild character, and community vibrancy. [Read more…] about Adirondack Conservation News This Week
Adirondack Micro-Grants Bolster Sustainable Farm Projects
The Adirondack Council has awarded 12 micro-grants totaling $26,000 to local farmers and value-added food/beverage/fiber producers. The initiative is an effort to support climate-friendly economic activity in the Adirondack Park. [Read more…] about Adirondack Micro-Grants Bolster Sustainable Farm Projects
State Budget Boosts Funding for Adirondack Priorities
The Adirondack Council is applauding the budget passed by Governor Kathy Hochul and Legislative leaders for its positive impact on the Adirondacks’ waters, wilderness, education and community development. [Read more…] about State Budget Boosts Funding for Adirondack Priorities
ADK Conservation News: 5 Things You Need to Know
Exploring climate and justice from Brooklyn to the Adirondacks’ Timbuctoo
The brand-new Timbuctoo Climate and Careers Institute will be hosting its first group of students this summer in the Adirondacks. The program, a joint effort between the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry and CUNY Medgar Evers College, will bring students from New York City to the ESF campus in Wanakena. The program was championed by the Adirondack Council’s Aaron Mair and the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus. [Read more…] about ADK Conservation News: 5 Things You Need to Know