LAKE PLACID — Ice is an essential resource for many beloved North Country activities, be it hockey, ice fishing, skating or climbing. But after a warm December full of rain, ice in the Tri-Lakes has been all too scarce. Now, as temperatures are finally dropping, things are starting to look ...

WESTPORT — Champlain Area Trails, an accredited land trust on the eastern side of Essex County, is lowering the barrier to entry for winter sports, one pair of snowshoes at a time. The organization is currently accepting donations of used snowshoes to create a lending library of equipment ...

LAKE PLACID — This village is known for drawing winter sports enthusiasts from around the world. They stay in hotels, eat in restaurants and shop on Main Street. But one dedicated man came here for both work and play. For him, it can be hard to tell the difference. “I do the (Scotts ...

ALBANY — Unpredictable winter weather and recent storms in the Adirondack Park are creating variable conditions, state Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced. Visitors should be prepared with proper clothing and equipment for snow, ice, and ...

LAKE PLACID — As the Olympic Region starts to see real winter weather, the question of ice readiness on local waterways such as Mirror Lake abounds. Many popular ice-related activities require a strong layer to support the fun. But is Mirror Lake ready? According to newly appointed North ...

LAKE PLACID — The snow is finally here after snow dumped on the region Sunday, Jan. 7, and cross-country skiers were hitting the trails earlier this week before rain from another storm melted some of the accumulation Tuesday night. Yet, with another snow-maker forecast for this holiday ...