Watershed Stories

Keep up with the work of Ausable River Association staff. These stories share information about our stewardship and monitoring work, natural stream restoration, and culvert replacement techniques by highlighting specific projects in the Ausable and Boquet River watersheds of northern New York. They also give you fun facts about the plants and wildlife that live in these watersheds, as well as tips for enjoying responsible, low-impact recreational opportunities.

Aug

2020

How Does Hot Weather Affect Trout Fishing?

Many anglers know that when trout streams get too warm, the fishing can go south quickly. Fish either aren’t feeding or are seemingly nowhere to be found. Trout are stressed in these hot temperatures.

Brook Trout

Aug

2020

Best Backcountry Camping Near Lake Placid

Backcountry camping is a great way to enjoy the Ausable River watershed. Outdoor enthusiasts can experience the fresh air, glorious mountains, and clear lakes and streams during an overnight camping trip. Here are our picks for the best backcountry camping near Lake Placid, all of which require a little effort in exchange for solitude.

Recreation

Aug

2020

Native and Invasive Plant Lookalikes in the Ausable Watershed

It’s summer in the Ausable River watershed. The mud and the blackflies of the spring are gone, making room for gorgeous summer weather and blue skies. All that sun and warmth means terrestrial and aquatic plants can reach the peak of their blooming cycle. To assist with identification, here's is a list of invasive species and their native look-alikes to help you in your own invasive species surveying.

Invasives

Jul

2020

Impact of Climate Change on Lakes: Lake Browning

In the coming years, we should expect to see continued declines in lake water transparency and increased browning of lakes in the Adirondacks.

Climate Change

Jul

2020

Best Places to Stand Up Paddleboard Near Lake Placid

Whether you're out for some exercise, ready to soak up the sun, or simply want to drift around and relax, your search for the best stand up paddleboarding near Lake Placid ends here. Check out this list of our favorite lakes and ponds with the calmest waters and best mountain views in the area.

Recreation

Jul

2020

What Type of Pool is That?

What type of pool is that? Stream scientists describe ten types of pools, learn more...

Restoration

Jul

2020

Impact of Climate Change on Lakes: Floods and Droughts

We should expect lake levels to go up, flooding frequency to increase, an increased incidence of algae blooms, and a gradual browning of many of our lakes. These are all changes that are less than desirable to most of us. We can mitigate some of these effects by focusing on good watershed stewardship.

Climate Change

Jul

2020

Duke's Divide: The Historic Battle at Trickle Falls

In the early 1980's a battle to change the course of history took place at the Headwaters of the Hudson and Ausable Rivers. In the Adirondack High Peaks Wilderness Area, at a place known as Avalanche Pass, two trail crews toiled, affecting the historic sources of the two great rivers and causing great concern with the hikers visiting there.

Stewardship

Jun

2020

Why Wood is Good in Streams