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A Classic Canoe Route, Perfect For X-Country Skis
Feb 08, 2005 — Over the weekend, temperatures in the Adirondacks topped sixty degrees. There's not much snow in the backcountry, but many lakes still have a solid layer of ice - and people are still getting outdoors. Brian Mann skied the route of the 7 carries -- a traditional canoe route north of Saranac Lake. Go to full article
Audio Postcard: At Lower Ausable Lake, Searching For Winter
Jan 12, 2005 — It's been a tough year for winter sports. Snowmobile riders, skiers, ice fishers, snow shoers -- they've all struggled with warm rainy weather. Another big thaw is expected over the next couple of days. But even in a sketchy year, the north country offers some rare outdoor experiences, if you know where to look. Brian Mann sends this audio postcard from Lower Ausable Lake in the high peaks. Go to full article
Skier Dies on Whiteface
Mar 15, 2004 — For the second time this winter a skier has died after hitting a tree while skiing at Whiteface Mountain at Wilmington. Chris Knight reports. Go to full article
Commentary: Through the Ice
Mar 15, 2004 — "Spring skiing" is a delight for cross country skiers. Warmer days and brilliant sun are hard to resist. But as commentator Betsy Kepes found, the transition from deep winter to temperate spring brings new hazards, too. Go to full article
Commentary: Fresh Ideas for an Ancient Sport
Feb 27, 2004 — Winter sports are always evolving for new generations of outdoor lovers. Commentator Lee Van de Water is on the cutting edge with free-skiing. Go to full article
A Second Skier Dies on North Country Slopes
Jan 07, 2004 — A skier died Monday at the West Mountain ski center outside of Glens Falls. The death was the second skiing fatality in a week to hit the region's slopes. Brian Mann has details. Go to full article
Lake Placid: Free Skiing, Part Hype, Part Grace
Dec 22, 2003 — Lake Placid's "Ultimate Bumps & Jumps" competition aired Sunday afternoon on CBS Sports. The two-day competition held at Whiteface Mountain featured some of the best free skiers in the U-S. Brian Mann dropped by to watch some of the acrobatics and sends this postcard. Go to full article
Winter Season Opens In Adirondacks
Dec 05, 2003 — After days of frosty temperatures and steady snowfall, the Adirondack ski season opens in earnest this weekend. Whiteface and Gore Mountain will be open; so will the Verizon Cross Country Ski Course. Brian Mann spoke with Sandy Caligiore, spokesman for the Olympic Regional Development Authorty, about the prospects for this year's season. Go to full article
Vermontville Champion Injured in Germany
Aug 23, 2002 — A top North Nountry ski-racer has been hospitalized in Germany, following a head-injury suffered in a hotel swimming pool. Vermontville's Bill Demong fractured his skull on Wednesday in the town of Winterberg. Martha Foley reports. Go to full article
Lake Placid Hosts World Mogul and Aerial Jumping Competition
Jan 21, 2002 — Lake Placid grabbed some of the winter sport spotlight over the weekend. Skiers from around the world competed in the mogul and aerial jumping competitions. Brian Mann reports. Go to full article
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