36 Summer 2018 LOCALadk Magazine
LOCALadk
Sure,
the
Adirondacks
have
a
rugged,
rough-and-
tumble
exterior
with
their
boulder-clad
woods,
rocky
scars,
and
dreamy
blue
lakes.
Who
wouldn't
want
to
tame
such
a
wild
spirit?
But
the
truth
is,
deep
down
inside
they're
big
softies.
Fortunately,
all
it
takes
is
a
little
sensitivity
to
treat
them
right
and
keep
all
the
little
critters
happy
for
future
generations
to
enjoy.
Don't
panic,
it's
easier
than
you
think!
on
trails
at
all
times,
and
don't
walk
on
fragile
summit
plants
—
do
the
rock
hop!
This
helps
keep
our
forests
healthy.
all
human
waste
and
toilet
paper
6
inches
deep
and
at
least
150
feet
away
from
trails
