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The greater central New York region is an adrenaline junkie’s playground.

Nestled amidst the towering peaks and pristine lakes of upstate New York, the Adirondacks region beckons travelers with its unspoiled wilderness and

Robbi Mecus was a leader among forest rangers in the Adirondacks and in the LGBTQ+ climbing community.

Robbi Mecus, who was 52 years old, was a role model in the queer and outdoor community and served on hundreds of rescues in the Adirondacks.

State Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers and environmental conservation officers responded to unprepared and injured hikers and an illegal

This out-of-state hiker called New York Forest Rangers for a ride because his camping gear was wet and he was cold. Wait until you read what he was wearing.

Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions

Wilderness Study Areas like the Sapphires represent some of our state’s greatest reservoirs of wildlife habitat, clean water and solitude for those who visit. It’s places like our WSAs that brought me to Montana and why I’ll never leave.

Uncover the geological wonder of Saddle Rock through Nick Zentner's engaging talks on KCTS 9. Join the discovery of ancient formations in Wenatchee!

From a 41-mile day to thigh-busting climbs to exposed, high-mountain ridges, these are the hardest dayhikes in America.