The NYS Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul have approved a state budget that boosts the Environmental Protection Fund by $25 million to a record level of $425 million, while also providing $500 million for municipal clean water projects/septic system replacement, funding for a comprehensive study of climate impacts on Adirondack lake ecosystems, and a new recreation carrying-capacity study for the popular Saranac Chain of Lakes. Adirondack history and diversity efforts have also been given a boost. [Read more…] about Adirondack History, Diversity, Environment Efforts Funded by State Budget
Lake Flower
When the Parade Passes By: A Saranac Lake & APA Commentary
Like a slow-moving homecoming parade, the process begun three years ago to relocate the Adirondack Park Agency’s headquarters from Ray Brook four miles west to the Village of Saranac Lake is approaching a critical juncture.
The agency’s final destination will depend largely on choices made in New York’s FY 2026 budget, due April first. [Read more…] about When the Parade Passes By: A Saranac Lake & APA Commentary
New Boat Racks Installed on Northern Forest Canoe Trail in Saranac Lake
The village of Saranac Lake in the Adirondacks has two new boat racks at key access points on Lake Flower, providing local users and thru-paddlers with valuable infrastructure.
The new racks were constructed by the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) professional stewardship crew and installed with support from the village’s Department of Public Works. [Read more…] about New Boat Racks Installed on Northern Forest Canoe Trail in Saranac Lake
Lake Flower Boat Launch Reopening Friday For Trailers
The Lake Flower Boat Launch will reopen for the launching and retrieval of trailered boats on Friday, September 4, in time for the upcoming Labor Day Weekend. [Read more…] about Lake Flower Boat Launch Reopening Friday For Trailers