Lost Trails – Exploring the History of Two Abandoned Ski Areas

By Jeremy K. Davis

Did you know that the Adirondacks are home to at least 85 former, or “lost” ski areas? These ski areas were once centers of recreation for local communities, where countless skiers once enjoyed their snowy slopes. Many factors led to their demise – competition, decreasing populations, the land being sold for housing developments, lack of capital investments, and a whole host of other reasons. READ MORE

Fall Distance Racing – Many Superb Opportunities

By Megan James

It is officially summer here in Upstate NY, and runners are probably among the first to notice it! With the heat and humidity weighing us down, it can be hard to envision running hard, chasing PRs, and tackling long race distances in just a couple of months. But I assure you that the time and energy we put in now pays off in dividend down the road. There are many great races to choose from in the region, and some may even serve well as tune-ups for later races. Here is a preview of some of the popular local road and trail races, and a few summer-centered training tips to help get you to the start and finish lines! READ MORE

North Branch Moose River – A Great Way to Spend the Day

By Rich Macha

The thought of a 10-mile downstream paddle aided by a light one mph current can be very appealing, but as is the case with many great Adirondack paddling adventures, a little time and effort is required. Paddling the North Branch of the Moose River is a most pleasurable experience and folks who make the effort will be rewarded by its charm. READ MORE

Mid-Summer Rides

By Mona Kulkarni Caron

August has great events for every ability and with distances and variety for everyone. Check out these races, rides, and bike trips that combine riding with experiences with fellow cyclists and the community. Enjoy your ride while knowing you’re supporting worthy causes. READ MORE

Lifestyle and Longevity Medicines – The Relationship Between Them

By Paul E. Lemanski, MD, MS, FACP

In the first 121 installments of the Non-Medicated Life, a healthy diet and lifestyle has been shown to accomplish naturally for the majority of individuals most of the benefits of medications in the prevention of the chronic medical conditions mentioned above. Recently, there has been interest in looking at aging itself as a disease process and therefore as a legitimate target of prevention strategies collectively termed longevity medicine. Longevity medicine’s goal is not simply to prolong the lifespan, but even more to prolong the healthspan, that is disease free survival to advanced age. The purpose of this article is to explore the relationship between lifestyle and longevity medicine, as overlap exits. READ MORE