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Sharing the benefits of wilderness to both human and natural communities.
Promoting the enjoyment of all Adirondack lands and waters through responsible low-impact recreation.
Advocating for the expansion of key wilderness areas in the Adirondack Park.
Serving as a voice for the protection of the Adirondack Park.
The following are excerpts from the essay, “On Russell M.L. Carson and Peaks and People of the Adirondacks,” published in Wander-Thrush: Lyric Essays of the Adirondacks (Ra Press, 2018) and…
In the grand scheme of things, the topic of wilderness preservation in the Adirondacks seems trivial. There are issues of social equality, stability, and toxic practices that, at face value,…
Barneveld, New York – A local environmental group is expressing concerns about the pending state regulatory approval of a proposed management plan for the Black River Wild Forest, located in…
SARANAC LAKE, N.Y. – Adirondack Wilderness Advocates (AWA) today announced that Tyler Socash, AWA member and activist, will attend the Adirondack Park Agency’s next meeting on November 16th by walking…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Saranac Lake, New York – A local environmental group’s analysis of public comments submitted to the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) has revealed a high level of public…
New York State is currently considering the land classification for Boreas Ponds. This unique parcel of land is one of the most remote areas of New York State, contains rare wetland ecosystems, and deserves a Wilderness classification.
