Thomas Dambo, the acclaimed Danish sculptor, unveiled his first permanent troll in New York State. Will it offer a lasting economic boon in the town of Tupper Lake?
Category: Forests and Forestry
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How a ‘Garbage Artist’ Is Helping Transform an Adirondack Mill Town
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Juniper Lattes? Pine Sodas? Food Is Taking Us Back to the Forest.
The New York Times – Business:Drinks and snacks are being tweaked to evoke woods and meadows, on the theory that frazzled consumers want to reconnect with nature.
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Cycling California’s North Coast
The New York Times – Travel:This route takes both budding and experienced riders to redwoods, secluded beaches, scenic towns and the reborn Klamath River.
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U.S. Tariffs Could Price Canadian Firms Out of U.S. and Threaten Thousands of Jobs
The New York Times – Business:The 50 percent tariffs President Trump imposed on Canadian exports to the United States will make it impossible for many Canadian companies to continue to sell to the U.S. market, economists say.
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Wildfires Are Turning Forests in the American West Into Shrubland
The New York Times – On the Runway:Towering woodlands in the West are being permanently replaced by tracts of spiky shrubs. Conditions “just aren’t normal anymore,” one researcher said.
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5 Great American Bike Rides of 25 Miles or Less
The New York Times – Travel:Whether you’re looking for a soothing seaside cruise or a blood-pumping Rocky Mountain ascent, these rides are perfect for a spectacular day trip.
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6 Awe-Inspiring Destinations on U.S. Public Land, but Not in National Parks
The New York Times – Travel:You don’t have to brave the crowds at Yellowstone or Yosemite. Feel the awe of slot canyons, lava tubes, gorges and more on other U.S.-owned public land.
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In Queens, a Fantastical Garden Featuring a 25-Foot-Long Teddy Bear
The New York Times – T Magazine:Ahead of their installation at MoMA PS1, the artist Precious Okoyomon discusses finding inspiration in an empty room and embracing absurdity.
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Wildfire Smoke Closes Parks and Shuffles Visitors
The New York Times – Travel:Visitors to national parks and other public lands in the Midwest faced closures, unhealthy air quality and recommended limits on outdoor activities.
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Hydropower Is Getting Less Reliable as the World Needs More Energy
Demand for power is growing fast, but hydro plants, the oldest source of clean energy, are struggling because of droughts, floods and other extreme weather linked to climate change.
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Indigenous People Take the Stage at COP30 Climate Talks in Belém, Brazil
This summit is unlike any of its predecessors in at least one significant way: The Indigenous presence is palpable and strong.
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Traveling to Costa Rica? Try These Destinations to Save Money
How dupe destinations, off-season timing and ground travel save money in the popular and increasingly expensive Central American country.