adirondacks
2 Facilities, 2 Disciplines, 1 Awesome Ski Season
Let the Countdown Begin!
All I can say right now is WOW! Is it really the middle of November already? It seems like the high water and awesome rapids of spring were here just yesterday. In a blink of...
A rainy day in Indian Lake
Hiking is great in Indian Lake, even on a rainy day
Overall I would have to say I had a pretty good, constructive fall season. The rains that typically soak the region this time of year have not been...
Hiking Bald Mountain
08Nov2015
Author:Alan BelfordAn easy hike with a splendid view
Located a short distance west of the Hamilton-Herkimer County border, Bald Mountain (also known as Rondaxe Mountain, which is frankly a more interesting name) is a...
Exploring the Moose River Plains
07Nov2015
Author:Alan BelfordAn Early Start on a Cool Morning
After a pleasant night camping, Wren and I headed into the Moose River Plains fairly early in the morning to look for wildlife. The long, winding road cut us through...
Paddling and Camping at Cedar River Flow
06Nov2015
Author:Alan BelfordSo Beautiful You Can't Stay Indoors!
With the weather so unseasonably warm this week, I couldn't resist the urge to be outside exploring with Wren at my side. After winding our way down through...
Made Of the Adirondacks
Made OF the Adirondacks
Shopping local helps keep our communities unique and keeps our small business owners prosperous. In the Adirondacks there are a lot of small, family-owned businesses, many of...
Amateur Video Crew Possibly Missing Near Indian Lake, NY
DISCLAIMER: This story is a fabrication, written as a spooky story for Halloween. Enjoy!!
Until about a week ago, I truly believed that I had one of the best jobs anyone could have ever ask for. I...
A road trip of traditions and seasonal transitions
Adirondack seasonal transitions occur as summer gives way to the fall, and the fishing season segues to the annual big Game Hunting Season; as traditions and transitions blend in the chill of the...
Paddling the Sacandaga River Out of Speculator
13Oct2015
Author:Alan BelfordA Nice Walk Before Our Paddle
In the heart of the Adirondacks, the Sacandaga River out of Speculator offers a great marsh to explore for both paddlers and birders alike, and I was excited for the...
Moose River Plains: 4 days of exploring (day 4)
The wonders of waters
This will most likely put an end to my visits to the Moose River Plains for the season, but with that being said, I might be coerced to tackle one more peak in the area. I will...