Podcasts about adirondacks

In the summer of 1906, a young factory worker named Grace Brown disappeared during a romantic getaway to the Adirondacks with her secret lover, Chester Gillette. Days later, her body was pulled from the depths of Big Moose Lake, launching one of America's first media frenzies. More than a century later, the mystery, the trial, and the ghostly legends surrounding the lake continue to haunt New York's North Country. HAH DISCORD - https://discord.com/invite/bJdbpH3hQm   YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/@HauntedAmericanHistory   TikTok - @hah_podcast   hauntedamericanhistory.com   Patreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGH Barnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334 AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68S   Ebook GOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1   KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_   SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316   !! DISTURB ME !!       APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090       SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQ       YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcast       www.disturbmepodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(Jun 12, 2026) Anthony Constantino, a businessman from Amsterdam, is running as a Republican to represent the North Country in Congress; we stop by the neighborhood of the only member of the Knicks who is a born-and-raised New Yorker ahead of another NBA Finals game; and John Warren checks on trail conditions ahead of this weekend in the Adirondacks.

(Jun 12, 2026) It's going to be quite warm through the weekend. Be sure to drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks.

In this episode, the gang sits down and talks with Todd Mead, author of A Lifetime of Big Woods Hunting Memories (2010), Back Country Bucks: From the Adirondacks and Beyond (2012), and Pursuing Public Land Bucks: DIY Hunts from the Mountains to the Midwest (2019). Todd is a distinguished Adirondack hunter who primarily sits, and in this episode he discusses the tactics he uses for success sitting in the big woods. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Check out the BWB Edition tent here: https://www.seekoutside.com/redcliff-...  Check out the BWB Edition bundle here: https://www.seekoutside.com/redcliff-... Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool

For the sixth year in a row, 11th grade students from Keene Central School told brief stories about growing up in the Town of Keene. We've collected them in this podcast. Themes that encompass this year's batch of stories are the connections and memories formed with family and friends and a love of the outdoors, especially the Adirondacks.The 11th grade story project is part of Adirondack Community: Capturing, Retaining, and Communicating the Stories of Who We Are, a multi-year local history project that collects and organizes audio stories and related photographs using the OurStoryBridge methodology. Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠myadirondackstory.org⁠⁠⁠ to hear about the rich social and cultural history of our community located in New York State's Adirondack Mountains. Music Interludes © 2022 Martha Gallagher. All Rights Reserved

The Adirondack Mountains are becoming an increasingly popular destination. We examine how this impacts the forest preserve, which the state Constitution requires to be kept “forever wild.” Guest host Julie Philipp sits down with officials from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to find out what is being done to manage the influx of visitors and how we can help protect this natural resource. Our guests also talk about hiking safety and the Love Our New York Lands campaign. Our guests: Katie Petronas, deputy commissioner for natural resources for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Josh Clague, forester and forest preserve and conservation chief for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Cortney Koenig Worrall, executive director of the Adirondack Mountain Club Sarah Mastro, outdoor expo chair of the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club Mark Brand, forest ranger for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

In this episode of ADK Talks, we head to Old Forge to visit View Arts Center, one of the Adirondacks' longtime homes for art, performance, classes, exhibitions, and community gathering.Jane and Steve sit down with Bernadette “Bernie” Sunderland, Executive Director of View, and Travis Kiefer, Director of Operations, to talk about the organization's 75th anniversary, its roots in a front-lawn art show, and how a small mountain-town arts guild grew into a year-round cultural center.What began in 1951 on founder Miriam “Mernie” Kashiwa's lawn, with artwork displayed on chicken wire and tree branches, has become a multidisciplinary arts campus with galleries, a pottery studio, performance space, workshops, a gift shop, a nature trail, and a packed calendar of programs for locals and visitors alike.What you'll hear in this episodeHow View Arts Center grew from a front-lawn art show in 1951 into a year-round cultural hub in Old Forge.Why arts organizations matter in Adirondack communities, not just for visitors, but for the people who live here year round.A look at View's exhibitions, performances, pottery studio, workshops, and children's theater.Highlights from the 75th anniversary year, including the Stickley furniture exhibition, watercolor show, quilt show, and plein air paint out.The behind-the-scenes work that keeps View running, from installing exhibitions to managing a packed calendar with a small staff.Resources:View Arts Center75th Central Adirondack Art Show at VIEW Arts CenterOld Forge HardwareThe Strand Theatre in Old ForgeHerb Brooks Arena and the Miracle on IceSouvenir VillageStickley MuseumProduced by NOVA

(Jun 5, 2026) A new program in Clinton County trains current and prospective manufacturing employees at no cost; we follow the unlikely path of how a young woman from Lake Placid got her job in management through her side hustle as a babysitter; John Warren checks on trail conditions in the Adirondacks ahead of weekend adventures; and we take a look at the community calendar.

(Jun 5, 2026) Cooler and unsettled weather is expected, with some rain showers and thunderstorms likely.

(Jun 4, 2026) Black Birders Week is a time for people of color to stake their claim to the outdoors. We join a bird walk at John Brown Farm in Lake Placid for the Adirondacks' second annual recognition of the event. Also: New Yorkers can expect to see more speed cameras in work zones thanks to legislation included in the state budget.

(Jun 2, 2026) Republicans are largely shut out of state budget talks in Albany. State Senator Dan Stec has a lot of criticisms of the new $268 billion package, but he praises a delay for schools to transition to all-electric buses. Also: Tens of thousands of motorcyclists gathered in the Adirondacks this weekend for Americade. We get a slice of the rumble of motors at a motorcycle stunt show.

For the sixth year in a row, 8th grade students from Keene Central School told brief stories about growing up in the Town of Keene. We've collected them in this podcast. Themes that encompass this year's batch of stories are the connections and memories formed with family and friends and a love of the outdoors, especially the Adirondacks.The 8th grade story project is part of Adirondack Community: Capturing, Retaining, and Communicating the Stories of Who We Are, a multi-year local history project that collects and organizes audio stories and related photographs using the OurStoryBridge methodology. Visit us at ⁠⁠myadirondackstory.org⁠⁠ to hear about the rich social and cultural history of our community located in New York State's Adirondack Mountains. Music Interludes © 2022 Martha Gallagher. All Rights Reserved

In this episode of ADK Talks, Jane and Steve head to Westport, New York, for a behind-the-scenes look at the Depot Theatre, a professional theatre housed inside a restored 19th-century train station on the shores of Lake Champlain.Guests Erin Jodwin, Artistic Director at the Depot Theatre, and Gigi Mason, Director of the Depot Theatre Academy, share what makes this small, intimate venue such a memorable place to see live performance. From trains rumbling past during shows to actors performing just feet from the audience, the Depot offers a theatre experience that could only happen in the Adirondacks.What you'll hear in this episodeHow a historic Westport train station became a professional theatre.Why the Depot's small space creates such a powerful connection between actors and audiences.What it means to be an Equity theatre and why that matters for professional performers.How the Depot Theatre Academy gives Adirondack kids access to acting, stage management, lighting, sound, sets, costumes, and mentorship.What's on stage for the 2026 season, including Hadestown: Teen Edition, Tick, Tick… Boom!, Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, and Ring of Fire.Why artists are drawn to spending a summer creating theatre in the Adirondacks.How community support, volunteers, and local partnerships help keep the Depot thriving.Favorite Adirondack spots from Erin and Gigi, including the Lake Placid Olympic Oval, a favorite swimming hole near Essex, Goodnow Mountain, and the Champlain Area Trails Quarry Trail.Resources:Depot Theatre Depot Theatre in Westport Champlain Area TrailsJames C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval in Lake Placid Essex Quarry Nature PreserveSeagle Festival The Hyde Collection Actors' Equity Association Produced by NOVA

(May 29, 2026) Seneca leaders say the state has yet to follow through on the promises it made towards reconciliation; we head out for an evening paddle amid a chorus of spring peepers on Forked Lake in the central Adirondacks; we catch up with Adirondack paddlers who are through-paddling the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail; and we take a look at the community calendar.

(May 29, 2026) The moon will be the farthest from the Earth for the year, the weather should be good, with chilly temps, and maybe a shower or two.

May 28, 2026- Protect the Adirondacks Executive Director Claudia Braymer makes the case for updating state law governing the use and oversight of state-land in the Adirondacks.

(May 26, 2026) Nurses and other professionals at the hospital in Plattsburgh want safe staffing and limits on AI use enshrined in their new contract. They held an informational picket late last week. Also: Canadian travel to the U.S. is down for the 15th consecutive month, hurting tourism regions including the 1000 Islands and the Adirondacks.

Silver Bay YMCA has long been one of the north end of Lake George's most beloved destinations, but there is much more happening there than many visitors realize.In this episode of ADK Talks, Jane and Steve welcome back Lindsay Butler, VP of Sales and Marketing at Silver Bay YMCA Conference and Family Retreat Center, for a fresh look at what makes Silver Bay such a special Adirondack gathering place.Lindsay shares how Silver Bay has evolved from its historic roots into a year-round retreat, community hub, cultural venue, and lakeside destination. From Mountain Music Festival and Evenings of Dance to dockside dining, holiday weekends, winter programming, and family-friendly recreation, Silver Bay offers something for overnight guests, local residents, boaters, and day visitors alike.What you'll hear in this episodeHow Silver Bay balances its deep history with new programming and modern guest experiences.Why the north end of Lake George offers a quieter, more serene Adirondack experience.What to expect from Silver Bay's Mountain Music Festival, including auditorium performances, porch sessions, and new campfire sessions.How Evenings of Dance brings world-class professional dancers to the Adirondacks for free community performances.Why Silver Bay's summer concert series has become a special part of the Lake George arts scene.How Bites at the Bay lets boaters order food from the water and pick it up dockside.What makes Mountain View Grille and Silver Bay's dining programs a growing part of the destination.How Silver Bay gives back through respite programs, teen programming, childcare, and community access.Lindsay's favorite hidden gem: Black Mountain on the eastern side of Lake George.Resources:Silver Bay YMCA Conference & Family Retreat CenterSilver Bay YMCA on ADK TasteSilver Bay Mountain Music FestivalMemorial Day Weekend at Silver Bay YMCAProduced by NOVA

Colvin Chronicles: Episode 7 — The Legacy of Verplanck ColvinIn our final episode, we explore Colvin's life after the survey, his struggles following his removal, and the lasting impact of the work he gave nearly three decades to. But this isn't just about how his story ended—it's about what his life represents. Colvin wasn't born into power. He was an ordinary man who saw something that mattered, took action, and committed himself fully to it. The Adirondacks were the vessel, but his legacy is much bigger: a reminder of what's possible when you choose to step up, do the hard work, and fight for something greater than yourself.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.comThe Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

(May 22, 2026) After 250 years, 44 Continental Army soldiers are being buried in Lake George after their remains were discovered in a construction site; the Great Adirondack Garage Sale is this weekend, spanning more than 200 miles across the park; John Warren checks on outdoor conditions ahead of Memorial Day weekend; and we hear from local organizers about this year's Black Birders Week events in the Adirondacks.

(May 21, 2026) A police training program in the Adirondacks is helping law enforcement build trust with the communities they serve; each year, restaurants and businesses from New York City pack up their products and head to the State Capitol in Albany; and we preview the newest season of NCPR's storytelling podcast The Howl Podcast.

(May 21, 2026) A police training program in the Adirondacks is trying to build trust between officers and the communities they serve. It combines training in de-escalation and bias awareness with conversations about the emotional toll of police work. Also: Every year, restaurants and other businesses from New York City pack up their products and head to the state Capitol in Albany.

Memorial Day weekend in the Adirondacks can mean sunshine, dock weather, chilly rain, black flies, parades, boats on trailers, and the first real feeling that summer is almost here.In this episode of ADK Talks, Jane and Steve kick off the season with a Memorial Day weekend guide and a listener mailbag. They talk about what the Adirondacks feel like as seasonal businesses reopen, favorite early-summer events return, and visitors start heading north again.They also answer listener questions about how ADK Taste and the podcast began, why they focus on positive recommendations, what makes a place worth featuring, and which hidden gems they love most.What you'll hear in this episodeMemorial Day weekend in the Adirondacks is beautiful, unpredictable, and worth packing layers for.The hosts share tips for choosing one region instead of trying to see the whole park in one trip.Jane highlights the Great Adirondack Garage Sale, a 200-mile treasure hunt through the Central Adirondacks.Steve talks about classic signs of the season, from boats on the Northway to Memorial Day parades.They share rainy-day ideas, including museums, local theaters, galleries, and historical societies.The mailbag covers how ADK Taste started, why the podcast came next, and how listeners can send ideas.Jane and Steve share favorite Adirondack “hidden gems,” including Newcomb views, stargazing, breweries, and ADKX.The episode looks ahead to June events, including Americade, cycling races, the Lake Placid Marathon, and William Shatner's return to Ticonderoga.Resources:Great Adirondack Garage Sale Americade 2026 in Lake George William Shatner at the Star Trek Original Series Set Tour On The Equator Sauna RentalsAdirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake The Sembrich Seagle Festival Lake George Produced by NOVA

In 1882, a man calling himself Henry Debosnys arrived in the Adirondacks. He was cultured, spoke half a dozen languages, and claimed to be a Portuguese aristocrat. But beneath the charm was a trail of dead wives that stretched across the East Coast. Within weeks of marrying a local widow named Betsey Wells, she was found brutally murdered—and Debosnys was the only suspect. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Adirondack Hunt Podcast, Brian and Mark sit down and talk with Tony and Pete Bruno about a lifetime of adventures hunting the Adirondacks out of wall tents set up deep in the backcountry. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Check out the BWB Edition tent here: https://www.seekoutside.com/redcliff-6p-2-0-bwb-edition/ Check out the BWB Edition bundle here: https://www.seekoutside.com/redcliff-6p-2-0-bwb-edition-hot-tent-bundle Book your next hunt on Phindyr: https://www.phindyr.com/ Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool  

(May 15, 2026) New York State is calling for sweeping reforms at the Salmon River School District after an investigation into how children with disabilities were confined in wooden boxes; Plattsburgh's community college will hold its first graduation tonight after a relocation that saved it from closure; and John Warren with the New York Almanac brings us the forecast for the trail conditions in the Adirondacks this weekend.

(May 14, 2026) Researchers are using drones and laser-mapping technology to search for traces of a long-lost Black pioneer settlement in the Adirondacks; a New York non-profit is tackling teacher burnout through collective mental health programming; and a new anthology showcases the poems, short stories and memoirs of many of the North Country's young writers.

In this episode of ADK Talks, we sit down with Chef Robert Dumas, Director of the Institute of Adventure, Hospitality, and Food at Paul Smith's College.Chef Dumas brings a remarkable perspective to the table. His career has taken him from washing dishes in a neighborhood Chinese restaurant to cooking aboard a Navy submarine, serving at the White House, teaching at the collegiate level, and now helping shape the next generation of culinary and hospitality professionals in the Adirondacks.What does “adventure hospitality” mean? At Paul Smith's, it's where food, lodging, recreation, and the natural world meet. Chef Dumas shares how the college's culinary, baking, hospitality, and resort management programs are rooted in hands-on learning, local food systems, and the unique setting of the Adirondack Park.What you'll hear in this episodeHow Paul Smith's College is training chefs for today's hospitality world.Chef Dumas's path from New Orleans kitchens to the Navy, the White House, and higher education.Why local farms, regional ingredients, and seasonality matter in culinary training.What students learn from visiting Adirondack producers and cooking with local ingredients.How kitchen leadership has changed, and why today's students respond to teaching, purpose, and respect.What visitors should look for in a great Adirondack dining experience.A peek inside Paul Smith's student-run bakery and restaurant, plus plans for future lakefront dining.Why Paul Smith's VIC and the St. Regis Canoe Area are among Chef Dumas's favorite Adirondack places.Resources:Paul Smith's College Culinary ManagementPaul Smith's CollegePaul Smith's Visitor Interpretive CenterAdirondack HarvestDeer's Head Inn Juniper Hill FarmHarmony Hills FarmsteadFarmer Ground FlourAdirondack Center for Loon ConservationProduced by NOVA

The Colvin Chronicles: Episode 5 — The Vision That Changed EverythingWhat started as a mapping project became something much bigger. In this episode, Colvin begins to understand the Adirondacks as a system—and makes the case for protecting it, shaping the future of the region.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

(May 5, 2026) In the coming weeks, thousands of international college students will pour into the Adirondacks to staff local businesses through the federal J-1 visa program; housing advocates want New York to expand its state law that ensures tenant protections to renters; and we'll go birdwatching in St. Lawrence County ahead of a couple of birding events in the North Country.

(May 5, 2026) As the Adirondacks gear up for peak tourism season, thousands of international college students will come to the region to work through the federal J-1 visa program. Local businesses say that workforce has become crucial to getting through the summer. Also: Lawmakers are discussing the possibility of rebate checks for high electricity bills as they continue working on the state budget, which is more than a month late.

In this episode of ADK Talks, we head out on the water with Aaron Gaza of Aaron's Guide Service, a licensed New York State guide who helps anglers discover the beauty, challenge, and thrill of fishing in the Adirondacks.Aaron takes us from Great Sacandaga Lake to Saranac Lake, Long Lake, Tupper Lake, and beyond, sharing what makes Adirondack fishing so special: thousands of lakes and ponds, tens of thousands of miles of rivers and streams, and that unforgettable feeling of being surrounded by protected land, mountain views, and open water.What you'll hear in this episodeAaron shares how childhood trips to Middle Saranac Lake sparked a lifelong love of fishing.Why Great Sacandaga Lake is one of his favorite Adirondack fisheries.How fishing changes from spring and summer to fall and winter.Why hiring a guide can help with lake choice, timing, safety, and finding fish.A thoughtful look at conservation, overfishing, sonar, and responsible catch-and-release practices.What beginners should know before heading out, from weather and clothing to ice safety.Aaron's favorite Adirondack stops, including Jim's Bait Shop, Sport Island Pub, and Noon Mark Diner.Resources:Aaron's Guide ServiceAdirondack Free Fishing Days Great Sacandaga LakeSaranac Lake and the Tri-Lakes RegionLake GeorgeFish Creek PondForked Lake Noon Mark DinerJim's Bait ShopSearch and Rescue of the Northern Adirondacks Episode Sport Island PubProduced by NOVA

Hillary Rosner is an award-winning journalist and author whose work combines science, storytelling, and the natural world. She's been writing about environmental issues for decades, with bylines in publications like The New York Times, The Atlantic, and National Geographic. Her new book, "Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World," explores one of the most urgent—and often overlooked—challenges in conservation: the loss of connectivity across the landscape, and what that means for the movement and survival of wildlife. Like so many fascinating people, Hillary's path into this work wasn't a straight line. She grew up in New York City, far from the wide-open spaces she now writes about, but spent formative summers in the Adirondacks and Berkshires that quietly shaped her connection to nature. After getting her start in fast-paced daily journalism at places like the New York Post and The Village Voice, she realized she wanted something deeper—slower, more immersive storytelling. That shift eventually led her west to Boulder, where she pursued environmental studies and built a career focused on long-form environmental journalism. In this conversation, Hillary and I dig into the big ideas behind "Roam," including why movement is so essential to life on Earth and how human infrastructure—from highways to fences—has fractured the natural world. We talk about surprising barriers to wildlife, like roads that even birds won't cross, and explore solutions ranging from wildlife corridors to collaborative conservation efforts with local communities. We also get into the realities of modern journalism, the importance of "bearing witness" in difficult times, and why curiosity, empathy, and action are still the most powerful tools we have for building a more connected and hopeful future. I loved the book, and I loved this conversation. Hope you enjoy both as much as I did! --- Hillary Rosner Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/hillary-rosner --- THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Mountain & Prairie is listener supported via Patreon, and brought to you with support from the Freeflow Institute, The Nature Conservancy in Colorado, and the Well Done Foundation for their generous sponsorship. --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 0:00 - Introducing Hillary Rosner and highlighting TNC Colorado 6:09 - Book congrats and growing up in NYC 9:03 - The heading West bug 11:20 - More long-form journalism 13:36 - Making money in journalism 16:41 - Ted Scripps fellowship 19:01 - Patagonia publishing 21:20 - Roads are only good for people 28:20 - Why this should matter to you 35:23- SLOSS 38:39 - Doing everything you can 40:52 - Fence removal project 43:50 - Virtual fencing 44:57 - Author's note 49:47 - Poignant 53:16 - Out of the box thinkers 58:15 - Book recs 1:00:36 - Wrapping up --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

The Colvin Chronicles—Episode 4: From the Mountains to the DeskThe work didn't end in the wilderness. In this episode, Colvin brings his findings to Albany, where the challenge shifts from climbing mountains to convincing others why the work—and the Adirondacks—matter.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

https://slasrpodcast.com/       Welcome to episode 231 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week we are joined by our friend Dann Van Der Vliet. Dan is an accomplished hiker focusing on the entire northeast region and brings a lot of knowledge not only in the White mountains but across Vermont and the Adirondacks. He has put together some notes to compare the Adirondacks to the Whites so we will get to know Dann and learn about the Adirondacks. Plus, a recap of the live Mountain Wanderer show from last week, recapping the 4000 Footer Awards Ceremony, Mike has a game to play for Nick and Dann, Spring weather with search and rescue calls over the weekend on Mt. Washington, Rocky Branch Trail and Falling Waters, Breaking Dave Shits news - an update on his Appalachian Trail progress including ponies, NH news including Ice Out, Squam Trail updates, tips for mud season and river crossings, national news, plus gear talk, North Carolina talk, a music minute, dad jokes, recent hikes on Greylock, Moosilauke, Blue Hills, and Bald Peak/Kinsmans Join the SLASR Podcast 48 Peaks Team on June 13 to hike Mount Adams   Topics Well Dann Marathon Monday recap Live show at Mountain Wanderer - Thanks Again!  AMC Four Thousand Footer Award Ceremony Dave Shits - AT progress update NH News - Ice Out on Winnipesaukee, Squam trails reopened   Mud Season Tips High Water crossing tips National News - Nova Scotia hiking ban, Gatorade dyes  Moose Roadkill and the strange culture of road kill collectors  Gear Talk and North Carolina adventures Guest of the Week - Dann   Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Order Hike Safe Card 48 Peaks website Nick's Instagram Ice out is official Squam trails reopen on April 17th, after mudseason closure Mud season hiking tips High water crossing tips Nova Scotia hiking ban ruled unconstitutional  Gatorade switches to plant-based dyes after pressure from administration  After totaling their car,  Laramie couple returns to find someone stole their moose roadkill. Ultraprocessed foods turning people's thoughts into marbled steak Drone neutralizer Hyperlite Waypoint 35 New trekking poles for Nick new umbrella from gossamer gear - 5.8 ozs Hoka Speedgoats,  O.V. Yonders.   Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Rek' lis Brewing Company Wild Raven Endurance Coaching burgeonoutdoor.com 48 Peaks - Alzheimer's Association Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee The Mountain Wanderer  Open for new members Three Mass. Hikers Rescued from Falling Waters Trail - 4/17 Two Hikers Rescued from Mount Washington - 4/18 Lost Hiker on the Rocky Branch Trail - 4/20 Unprepared Hikers assisted on Mount Monadnock - 4/10 Injured Hiker on Mount Chocorua - 4/18

(Apr 30, 2026) A non-profit based in the Adirondacks that hosts wilderness retreats for veterans is looking to establish a permanent home near Lake Titus; we take a look at how the cheese plant in Chateaugay has shaped the community for over a 100 years; and an exhibit at one of the region's most prestigious galleries is a celebration of young artists in the southern Adirondacks. 

Veteran investigative reporter Jim Odato knows the history, controversies and problems of New York's Adirondacks region better than almost anyone, and he talks with podcast host Rosemary Armao about preserving the wild North Country while also building world-class Olympic sports facilities and redeveloping closed prisons in the vast and remote area.James M. Odato is a correspondent and former editor of the Adirondack Explorer. He has spent a long career as an investigative reporter and is recognized as one of New York's top journalists covering state government, gambling, and waste of public money. He has written thousands of articles, his byline has appeared in numerous national publications and his investigative stories have spurred reforms. As a staff reporter for five daily newspapers, including the Albany Times Union and Buffalo News, Odato has received more than 30 state and national awards.  He has also taught at the University at Albany and authored a book, This Brain Had a Mouth, Lucy Gwin and the Voice of Disability Nation.

What can you do with five big but no longer needed prisons scattered through remote areas of the Adirondack Mountains? As it turns out, not much. Sales to private concerns for repurposing or economic development are impossible because the New York State Constitution demands that the enormous Adirondacks region remain forever wild. Long-time investigative journalist and NY State expert Jim Odata is a guest of Beyond the Brink and Fighting Back podcast this week. Listen to him tell stories about empty prisons, Olympic event venues, and the demands of rich landowners that have kept him busy for decades.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, we have a live interview about the Capital Region Furniture Bank a program of the Homeless and Travelers Aid Society. Then, we hear from botanist Rich Ring about the changes that spring brings. Later on, in On the Brink and Fighting Back, we hear about the challenge of repurposing 5 closed prisons in the Adirondacks. After that, we hear from Dr. Aaron Major about how W.E.B. Du Bois's racial theory can provide guidance for current and future emancipatory endeavors. Finally, we hear about a new office for Violence Prevention in Albany. Co-hosts: Mark Dunlea and Benno Greene. Engineer: Sina Basila Hickey

(Apr 28, 2026) The Republican running to be New York's Governor was in the North Country over the weekend; we go to SUNY Canton, where students are learning the art of blacksmithing in a new club; and NCPR book critic Betsy Kepes reviews "Before I Forget," a novel set in the Adirondacks.

Colvin Chronicles: Episode 3 — Life in the WoodsWhat did it actually take to survey the Adirondacks in the 1800s? This episode brings you into the daily reality of the crew from long days, to harsh conditions, and the relentless work required to understand the mountains.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

April 24, 2026- Keene Town Supervisor Joe Pete Wilson talks about managing the visitors to the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks following a controversial report that recommended capping attendance to certain spots.

(Apr 24, 2026) A Democrat running to replace Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is facing challenges to his petitions; the Pendragon Theater in the Adirondacks unveiled its new building this week; John Warren checks on trail conditions for this last weekend of April; and Canton's Repair Fair is back again this year with more fixers and opportunities to learn repair skills.

In this episode of ADK Talks, we talk with Jacob McCullough and Nicole Panek about St. Lawrence University's Adirondack Semester, an immersive fall program where students live off-grid in a yurt village on Massawepie Lake.They share what daily life looks like without phones or laptops, how students learn through outdoor leadership and place-based study, and why the experience leaves such a lasting impact. From shared meals and handwritten coursework to loons, lake water, and deep community, this is a fascinating look at a one-of-a-kind semester in the Adirondacks.Jacob and Nicole also explain how students balance rigorous academics with the practical realities of living in the woods, from cooking and hauling water to learning how to communicate, solve problems, and live closely with others. They talk about the kinds of students the program attracts, the personal growth that often happens over the course of the semester, and why the Adirondacks offer such a rich setting for this kind of education.What you'll hear in this episodeLiving in a yurt village for a full semesterStarting with a seven-day canoe tripLearning without phones or computersBuilding community through shared daily lifeWhy the Adirondacks make such a powerful classroomHow the experience changes students long after they leaveResources:St. Lawrence University Adirondack SemesterAdirondack Semester Weekly UpdatesDonnelly's Soft Ice CreamMt. ArabRaquette River OutfittersWhy Loons Return to the Same Adirondack Lake Each YearProduced by NOVA

Colvin Chronicles: Episode 2 — Building the Great Adirondack SurveyMapping the Adirondacks wasn't a job posting with a description. It was something entirely new. It required building an entire operation from the ground up. In this episode, we look at how Colvin assembled his team and created the foundation for the Great Adirondack Survey.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

(Apr 17, 2026) A pilot program in Johnsburg is helping the town's older residents make the accessibility upgrades needed to stay in their homes long-term; we go on a spring hike up Moxham Mountain near North Creek for spectacular views of the Adirondacks; and John Warren checks on trail conditions for the weekend ahead.

(Apr 15, 2026) People in the Adirondacks have been wrestling for years with what to do about the massive influx of hikers every summer. A new report recommends strict parking limits at popular Adirondack trailheads. Also: The state is increasing what it charges some North Country communities for cheap hydropower for the first time in more than a decade.

The Colvin Chronicles—Episode 1 — The Man Before The MountainsBefore the Adirondacks were mapped, protected, or even fully understood, they were a vast and largely unknown wilderness. In this first episode of The Colvin Chronicles, we go back to the beginning to explore the early life of Verplanck Colvin and the path that led him to take on one of the most important roles in Adirondack history. This is the story of how one man's curiosity, drive, and connection to the mountains set the stage for a survey that would ultimately change the future of the Adirondacks forever.The Colvin Chronicles is dedicated to the memory of Casey Bard.SUPPORT CASEY BARD'S Family:Pick up some bbq sauce and seasoning at www.Tacticalories.com to support Casey's Adirondack-loving family. I recommend "Campfire Smoke"...formerly known as "Adirondack Smoke". It's a delicious seasoning.Tired of physically struggling on your hikes? Looking for help to improve your your fitness for hiking? Here are 3 different ways I can help you do that:1.) Pick up my new book HIKE STRONG to learn how to train to get strong & fit for the mountains. Complete with DIY training plans. Available wherever you get your books or HERE2.) Work with James 1-on-1 (online)Apply to work with directy with James 1-on-1 in his Seek To Do More program where he'll help you build the right kind of strength & conditioning for better hiking adventures, along with the nutrition and daily habits needed to support long term transformation. Book a call with James to see if it's the right fit for you HEREwww.seektodomore.com 3.) Join the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE Team training programA 6-week online fitness program to help you imporve your strength and endurance for hiking mountains. Train alongside a likeminded team of fellow hikers who will give you the support, guidance, and accountability you need to succeed.Over 300 hikers worldwide have joined the Great Range Athlete team program with great sucesss from first time hikers to multi-round Adirondack 46'ers and everywhere inbetween. Plus, enjoy an Adirondack group hike at the end of the program with your coach and teammatesJoin the next team HEREwww.GreatRangeAthlete.comFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my Adirondack hiking books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line3.) Pick up my digital eBook "From 1-to-46" instantly HEREVisit my websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com

(Apr 9, 2026) Democrats in the state Senate want to create a tax on purchasing gold bars as another way to generate revenue; we take a look at what it's like to work in early intervention in Washington County, where a public health worker connects babies and toddlers with the resources they need to thrive; and we have a conversation about the book that follows the history of aviation in the Adirondacks.

We're doing our best to not fully derail the episode and make it entirely about Cheezy G's. So instead we're juggling advice about strange folk songs, super-powered Janitor Eyes, and people who live at the DMV, like the Tom Hanks movie. Suggested talking points: Toss My Dead Body Down the Adirondacks, Damn These Computer Movies, This is Lunch, Hit Single: Stop's Coming Up Derek, The World's Worst Gusher, You Hear That, Cheesy Jesus? Border Angels: https://www.borderangels.org/our-services.html