Researchers at the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC) in Saranac Lake, NY have developed an online Loon Observation Reporting Tool for members of the public to log their loon sightings on water bodies throughout New York State. [Read more…] about New Reporting Tool Lets Public Record Their Loon Sightings
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Love Your Lakes and Lands Event in Saranac Lake
Local environmental organizations have banded together to kick off summer with an afternoon of interactive learning about how to responsibly enjoy Adirondack lakes and lands.
The first-ever Love Your Lakes and Lands event will be held from 4-8 pm on Thursday, June 11, at Dewey Mountain Recreation Center in Saranac Lake. [Read more…] about Love Your Lakes and Lands Event in Saranac Lake
Founding Director Dr. Nina Schoch Departs Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has announced that former founding director Dr. Nina Schoch has left the organization as of July 1, 2025.
“We are appreciative of the contributions Dr. Schoch made to this organization and are deeply committed to continuing the important mission of research, education and studying loons as environmental sentinels in the Adirondack Park,” they Center told supporters in a brief announcement. [Read more…] about Founding Director Dr. Nina Schoch Departs Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation
Trade in Your Lead Fishing Tackle, Receive a $10 Voucher
Eight of 28 deceased loons recovered in 2024 and submitted to DEC for necropsy were found to have died of lead poisoning.
This makes lead poisoning a leading cause of death for loons recovered, along with trauma, both human-caused (boat strikes) and trauma due to natural behaviors (fighting over territory). [Read more…] about Trade in Your Lead Fishing Tackle, Receive a $10 Voucher
Adirondack Loons the Subject of ADK Talks Podcast
The latest ADK Talks podcast features Denise Silfie from the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation in Saranac Lake. Silfie shares updates on loon research, insights from the annual Loon Census, and the surprising challenges of lead tackle, climate change, and shoreline development. [Read more…] about Adirondack Loons the Subject of ADK Talks Podcast
Adirondack Loon Center Unveils New Exhibit
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC) has unveiled the first set of exhibits in the new “A Year in the Life of a Loon” series. This initial installation focuses on courtship and nesting behaviors of the Adirondacks’ iconic bird. [Read more…] about Adirondack Loon Center Unveils New Exhibit
Loons Rescued at Paradox Lake in the Adirondacks
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC) successfully rescued three iced-in loons on Paradox Lake on December 24th and 26th, 2024.
Initial calls to the Adirondack Loon Center came in on December 23rd to report one iced-in loon on Paradox Lake in Essex County, and two iced-in loons on nearby Brant Lake, in Northern Warren County. [Read more…] about Loons Rescued at Paradox Lake in the Adirondacks
Adirondack Loon Center Hires Dorothy Waldt as New Executive Director
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC) in Saranac Lake, NY, has announced the appointment of Dorothy Waldt as Executive Director, effective January 2025. Dr. Nina Schoch, the Center’s current Executive Director, will assume a larger role as the ACLC’s new Director of Science and Conservation. [Read more…] about Adirondack Loon Center Hires Dorothy Waldt as New Executive Director
Virtual Loon Programs Planned
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will host several virtual talks about the common loon with loon conservationists from across North America on the second Thursday of each month, from November through April. [Read more…] about Virtual Loon Programs Planned
Adirondack Loon Celebration set for October 13th
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation is inviting everyone to celebrate Common Loons (Gavia immer), an icon of the Adirondacks and the North Country, at the Paul Smith’s College VIC (8023 NYS Route 30) from 1-4:30 pm on Sunday, October 13th.
This free, family-friendly event will feature loon-related activities throughout the day, including: [Read more…] about Adirondack Loon Celebration set for October 13th
A Busy Week of Adirondack Loon Rescues
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation (ACLC) had a busy week making successful Adirondack loon rescues. ACLC staff and volunteers rescued three distressed common loons (Gavia immer) from July 8-11, 2024, including two grounded loons and one loon with a fish hook embedded in its mouth. [Read more…] about A Busy Week of Adirondack Loon Rescues
Fishing With Lead Leading Cause of Adirondack Loon Deaths
Although legislation was passed in 2004 that banned the sale of small lead fishing tackle in New York, the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has continued to document Adirondack loons dying from lead poisoning after ingesting lead jig-heads and sinkers that are still legal to use. [Read more…] about Fishing With Lead Leading Cause of Adirondack Loon Deaths
3 Red-Throated Loons Rescued In The Adirondacks
In the late afternoon of Sunday, December 3rd, the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation received a report of a Red-throated Loon who was found grounded at Exit 38 on I-87 (the Adirondack Northway).
It was followed almost immediately after by a report of a second Red-throated Loon who had landed on a road in Ausable. Then a third bird was found midday on Monday on Spruce Hill in Keene, NY. [Read more…] about 3 Red-Throated Loons Rescued In The Adirondacks
Loon Migration & Wintering Areas Virtual Talks Planned
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will host two virtual talks by the organization’s Stewardship & Outreach Director about common loon migration and their wintering areas. [Read more…] about Loon Migration & Wintering Areas Virtual Talks Planned
Loon Exhibit at Chester Public Library in Warren County
The Town of Chester Public Library in Chestertown, Warren County, NY, will host “Loons in the Adirondacks,” a September-long exhibit which includes photographs by Gail Danforth. An exhibit reception will be held on September 15th from 3:30 until 5 pm in the library’s Ruplin Gallery. [Read more…] about Loon Exhibit at Chester Public Library in Warren County
Guided Loon Paddles Planned for the Adirondacks
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will host three guided loon paddles at Little Clear Pond, near Saranac Lake in the Adirondacks, to learn about the common loons that live there. [Read more…] about Guided Loon Paddles Planned for the Adirondacks
Threats to Loon Conservation Virtual Talks
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation will host two virtual talks by the organization’s Stewardship & Outreach Director about the threats to common loon conservation in the Adirondacks. [Read more…] about Threats to Loon Conservation Virtual Talks
Iced-In Loon Rescued From Adirondack Lake
On December 14th, the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation received a report of an iced-in loon on First Lake in Herkimer County. On December 15th, ACLC staff and volunteers responded to attempt to save the bird. The rescue team included Cody Sears, Jay Locke, Gary Lee, Don Andrews, and Kurt Gardner. [Read more…] about Iced-In Loon Rescued From Adirondack Lake
Adirondack Loon Celebration Set For October 9th
The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has announced a program celebrating the Common Loon, on Sunday, October 9th, Paul Smith’s College VIC, located at 8023 NYS Route 30 in the Town of Brighton in Franklin County. [Read more…] about Adirondack Loon Celebration Set For October 9th
Loon Census Set for Saturday July 16th
The Adirondack Loon Center has announced their Annual Loon Census is set for Saturday, July 16th. The public can participate by signing up for to observe a lake, then visiting it from 8 to 9 am, counting the loons, and reporting their observations back to the Loon Center. [Read more…] about Loon Census Set for Saturday July 16th