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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · 13d

VOTE YES ON PROP 1 for the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympics Sports Complex LISTEN: www.mediasanctuary.org/stories/2025...

Protect the Adirondacks on Proposal 1 - The Sanctuary For Independent Media

Proposition One on this year's election ballot asks New York voters to approve a state constitutional amendment that resolves issues around construction at the biathlon and Nordic ski facilities at Mt...

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · 21d

Vote Yes on Prop 1! The proposed amendment to NYS Constitution, Article 14, section 1, the famed "Forever Wild" clause, will allow winter sports activities and facilities on 323 acres at Mount Van Ho. The State will gain 2,500 acres of land that will be managed in full compliance with Article 14.

Vote Yes on Constitutional Amendment for the Mount Van Hoevenberg Winter Sports Complex - Protect the Adirondacks!

It's time to get second passage for a NYS Constitutional Amendment for the Mount Van Hoevenberg Winter Sports Complex in Lake Placid.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · 21d

We are thrilled that Governor Hochul is making moves to add the vast majority of the 36,000 acre Whitney Park property to the Adirondack Forest Preserve!
Article in the Adirondack Explorer!

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 25

Protect the Adirondacks and @sierraclubny are calling in @govkathyhochul to add the 36,000-acre Whitney Park property to the Adirondack Forest Preserve. Read our full statement: www.facebook.com/share/p/1AK9... Photos of our protest Paddle for Wilderness taken by Mary Jean Bland.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 21

Sun Day - Celebrating the power of the sun and its ability to give us clean energy for our homes, businesses and vehicles!

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 20

We think so!! Comment to NYS Department of Environmental Conservation today! Th deadline to comment on the draft State Wildlife Action Plan is Saturday September 20. Info on how to comment is here: www.protectadks.org/dec-excludes...

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Should wolves be part of NY's conservation priorities?

Should New York include wolves in their wildlife conservation plan? The DEC is finalizing its 10-year Wildlife Action Plan and it doesn't include wolves.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 15

Join us this Wednesday night at @crandallpubliclibrary

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 9

Gorgeous day in the Adirondacks. Hudson River just north of North Creek, September 9, 2025. Leaves are just starting to change.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 3

Today marks 61 years since the 1964 federal Wilderness Act was signed into law! The act was drafted by Howard Zahniser who was inspired by New York’s “Forever Wild” Forest Preserve established in 1894!

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Sep 1

Happy Labor Day! We hope you get to enjoy the last bit of summer somewhere in the Adirondacks!

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 26

Sat Sept 6th is Adirondack and Catskill Park Day: a volunteer-powered celebration of NY's largest forest preserves. Pitch in on projects like trail cleanup & habitat care, enjoy educational and recreational opportunities, and connect with nature
Info and registration here: dec.ny.gov/get-involved...

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 21

Beautiful day in the Adirondacks! 📍Lake Colby

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 12

Submit a public comment today to support DEC’s plan to remove Debar Lodge & other buildings at the north end of Debar Pond. DEC is accepting comments on its Draft Scope for the latest draft Unit Management that will be released later.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 8

Summer afternoon in the Adirondacks - rain to sun in a matter of minutes
This scenic & iconic meadow, High Meadow Preserve, is now protected by Adirondack Land Trust

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 4

Protect the Adirondacks was recognized by the Adirondack Council at their 50th anniversary celebration as an Adirondack Legacy Honoree for our role, along w/ @AdirondackCouncil & other orgs, in shaping the Adirondack Park over the last 50 years. Congrats to the Adirondack Council on 50 yrs!

Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Aug 4

Learn about “Fire in the Adirondacks” at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake this Thursday, 1-6pm. wildcenter.org/fire

Fire in the Adirondacks - it has happened before, can it happen again? - The Wild Center

Join The Wild Center for a one-day conference bringing together community members, scientists, Indigenous voices, and policy leaders to explore wildfire risk and preparedness in the Adirondacks. As wi...

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 30

We need more motorless and quiet lakes for the public across the Adirondacks. The State should add the lakes and ponds within Whitney Park (adjacent to the William C. Whitney Wilderness area).

*The estate of John Hendrickson, who passed away last year, is in the process of selling Whitney Park.

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 30

Of the 200 largest lakes in the Adirondacks: 114 are open for motorboating, 55 are private with no public access, and 31 are motor-free. 12 of the 31 motor-free lakes are inaccessible and involve a lengthy hike carrying one’s boat leaving only 19 motor free lakes accessible to the public

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 30

Little Tupper Lake is one of the largest motor free lakes in the Adk Forest Preserve. Despite what Mr. Hendrickson* said (& others have repeated) about State mgmt of the W.C. Whitney Wilderness area incl. Little Tupper Lake these are beautiful forever wild lands & motorless waters free to the public

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 30

Oops - sorry about that ! Thanks for letting us know. How about this?
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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 29

can experience quiet waters in the Adirondacks where motors are not allowed (with a few limited to electric or low horsepower).

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 29

We recently published a new guide with recommended sites where people can paddle motorless and quiet waters that are easily accessible. The guide on our website provides a snapshot of destinations where people of various abilities …

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jul 2

Why All the Fuss about Whitney Park? Read our commentary piece to find out…. www.adirondackalmanack.com/2025/07/comm...

COMMENTARY: Why All the Fuss About Whitney Park? -

By Claudia Braymer, Protect the Adirondacks Executive Director Whitney Park has been in the news a lot recently, and people may be wondering what all the fuss is about with this property. This is a fa...

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jun 25

📍Cranberry Lake in the northwest part of the Adirondack Park is part of the Adirondack Lake Assessment Program that we administer with the Adirondack Watershed Institute

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Protect the Adirondacks @protectadkpark.bsky.social · Jun 6

This proposed amendment will go to the people of the State of New York for a vote in November 2025.
Background info available on our website at www.protectadks.org/constitution...

Constitutional Amendment for the Mount Van Hoevenberg Winter Sports Complex Is Poised for Second Passage - Protect the Adirondacks!

It's time to get second passage for a NYS Constitutional Amendment for the Mount Van Hoevenberg Winter Sports Complex in Lake Placid.

www.protectadks.org