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When you think of the Adirondacks, you probably think about nature, hiking, camping, the winter Olympics, and that comfortable summertime chair that shares a name with the region. But just like we revealed the Secrets of the Catskills, we’re here to add some more off-the-beaten-path activities and attractions to your trip upstate.Read more: Spotlight on the AdirondacksA revolutionary way to ride the rails!Sit back, relax, and peda
A day of firsts From the beach it had all looked so calm and flat. The sun was shining and kids were building sandcastles, but as we left the sheltered bay the wind picked up and transformed our serene haven into a choppy, pushy mess. Even the sun made a quick escape, adding to the sense of exposure and vulnerability. It’s OK, I told myself; you’ve done this a million times before. You’ve even got a safety paddler. Turning my head for a breath, I stole a sneaky glimpse at Dave, my long-time
Our satellite communicator beeps as the green light flashes to signal a new message: ‘Big 90km/h winds and blizzard forecasted in town today. Build a snow wall,’ reads the text from our friend in Iqaluit, 150km south of our camp. Cozy inside our red tunnel tent, two stoves melt snow for the day. I warm my fingers curling them around my mug of hot chocolate. The tent fabric flaps lightly.Travel has been great; we are ahead of schedule, the weather is cold and calm, and the dogs are happy. St
