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The Almanack compiles a round up of wildlife stories from throughout the year that were enjoyed by readers and staff alike.

How Adirondack communities and institutions are responding to federal policy decisions amid changes in Washington ...

Christmas poem from an Adirondack whitetail deer with one simple wish: a breakfast buffet of crabapple jelly to fill his hungry belly.

Every dollar donated to Adirondack Explorer triples through Dec. 31. Plus, all donors get exclusive access to wilderness ...

Try this traditional French-Canadian baked bean recipe from poet Mike Metivier's grandmother. Perfect North Country comfort ...

A look at some of the most popular wildlife stories in 2025, including articles on moose, rattlesnakes and loons.

After decades of restoration work, the lake’s native top predator was deemed capable of sustaining itself without human ...

Housing projects also took center stage this year. Local officials approved a variance for an over 6,000-square-foot home on Blue Mountain Lake, in the hamlet and outside of the APA’s jurisdiction.

How a tiny Adirondack town is poised to gain big rewards from the future Whitney estate sale, and what Long Lake's residents ...

The 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail exceeded usage expectations with 160,000 passes in its first year. Now the focus shifts to ...

From speed records to historic quests, Adirondack Explorer reporters documented remarkable adventures across the Adirondacks ...