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How to DIY a Backyard Firepit

It doesn’t matter if you’ve got a cabin in the Adirondacks, or a piece of land for hunting, fishing, camping and recreation, a firepit is a great addition to any property. Firepits provide warmth and light, as well as a place to cook, gather and socialize – and building one is easy with these simple […]

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Day Trips to the Adirondacks from Montreal

New York State’s Adirondack Park is a nature lover’s paradise, and it’s an easy day trip from Montreal, Quebec. Covering more than six million acres, the public park is home to the Adirondack Mountains, endless hiking trails, thousands of lakes and 30,000 miles of rivers and streams to fish, boat and paddle. The region is […]

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Spring Birding in the Adirondacks

The Adirondack Park is a popular destination for birding all year long, but spring offers a special flurry of excitement as migrating birds pass through the area in large numbers and other species return home to their breeding grounds. Early spring is also a great time for birding in the Adirondacks because there’s less foliage […]

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Best Leaf Peeping Excursions in the Adirondacks

The Adirondack Mountains are renowned for their bold and beautiful changing leaves, with peak foliage season starting around the last week of September and extending through mid-October in the lower-lying southern Adirondacks. If you’re planning to check out the colors this fall, Adirondack Mountain Land has your guide to the best leaf peeping excursions in […]

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Maple Sugaring in the Adirondacks

Maple syrup production is a centuries-old tradition in the Adirondacks, and an important part of Adirondack life. Sugar Maple trees, preferred for their sap’s high sugar content, thrive in the Adirondacks. In addition, the temperatures in winter and early spring offer the ideal conditions for harvesting sap. Adirondack Mountain Land’s owner Mike Black knows first-hand about the […]

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Homesteading in the Adirondacks

More than a passing trend, homesteading in the Adirondacks is a lifestyle that dates back thousands of years. With the best hunting and fishing east of the Mississippi, trees for timber harvesting and maple sugaring, and acres of land for gardening, gathering and raising livestock, it’s easy to see why the Adirondacks continue to attract […]

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Spring Hiking Notices for the Adirondacks

Winter has come to a close, signaling a new season of outdoor recreation, and many outdoor enthusiasts are eager to hit the hiking trails. While spring has definitely arrived, it’s important to remember that April-June, often referred to as Mud Season, can be unpredictable in the Adirondacks with heavy rainfall, large temperature swings, high water […]

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