If you have spent a summer in the northeast, you are familiar with the black fly. The dreaded black fly season is noted as the “official” start of the summer in the Adirondacks. These gnat-like insects first emerge around Mother’s Day, and (hopefully) dwindle down around Father’s day.

Join us for the 4th episode of Puddle Jumpers, where we celebrate Kevin Kennedy’s 10th year working with AWI in our stewardship program.

Spring has finally sprung in the Adirondacks, and the air is once again filling with the sound of birdsong. While birds migrate back north and prepare their nests, we eagerly ready our boats and gear for another season out on the tranquil waters.

Biosphere reserves represent the intricate web of life on Earth, encompassing areas where diverse ecosystems thrive, including plant and animal life alongside human communities. Recognizing the importance of these regions, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated numerous biosphere reserves worldwide, each contributing to the understanding of the delicate balance between nature and society.