LOCALadk Magazine

The Adirondacks have some longstanding lumber companies and Haselton Lumber in Wilmington is one of them as it enters its 120th year. Owner Sam Haselton shares some of the history and how he returned to help run the family business. He also touches on what the future of the mill might look like. 14 H A S E L T O N L U M B E R Local guide and climber Will Roth shares a favorite spot for bouldering. When you can enjoy your outdoor passion just a few minutes from your home you know you picked the right place to live. 36 B A K E R M O U N T A I N B O U L D E R I N G 24 L A N D L O C K E D I N T H E A D I R O N D A C K S Even if you don't fish this article will leave you with a new respect for the Adirondack Salmon. The Adirondacks have many great locations for trying your luck at landing one of these beautiful fish. The diversity of the trails in the CATS system lsystem is not just birders, but also many species of birds. With birding growing in popularity we asked CATS development director, Derek Rogers to share information on birding in this area. His passion and knowledge are evident throughout. 18 B I R D I N G T H E C A T S The Adirondacks provides the perfect environment in which a few special edible mushrooms grow. Although we share some of the information the biggest take away is to do your research and know your mushrooms. With names like Chicken of the Woods your next walk in the woods might be to hunt for mushrooms. 32 M U S H R O O M F O R A G I N G This is not for the casual bike rider but instead for those who love to mountain bike, love a challenge and love to suffer. The route was dreamed up and designed on a napkin and originally intended to be a race. Well, like most things, Covid changed that and it became a DIY ride. 41 T H E O V E R E A S Y Recently Iceland experienced a significant volcano eruption. Photographers flocked to the location and we are sharing the photos and experiences from two friends who did just that. 50 E P I C J O U R N E Y - V O L C A N O Summer bike rides are hard to beat and people are riding bikes more than ever. Biking is fun and healthy way to get exercise, and a fairly Covid safe way to spend time with friends. Bike ADK has set up several fund raiser rides that are gaining in popularity. 60 B I K I N G T H E A D I R O N D A C K S Contents LOCALadk

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