ADK Talks
ADK Talks brings you the stories behind the people, places, and things to do in the Adirondack Park of New York State. With 6 million acres, the Adirondacks are the ultimate playground.
We take you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of one of America's most breathtaking regions. Just like we do on our website, adktaste.com, our podcast uncovers the hidden gems of the Adirondacks, offering hand-picked recommendations for the best places to stay, eat, shop and do in the Adirondack Park.
But this isn't just about places. It's about the people who make the Adirondacks so special and unique. In each episode, we talk to people from all walks of life—restauranteurs, farmers, innkeepers, historians, artists, local leaders, writers, hikers, and more. Hear real stories about what they do, their passions, and how they found their way here.
And they'll share their insider tips on the best things to see and do in the Adirondacks – insights you won't find anywhere else.
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ADK Talks
Winter in the ADKs: Your Questions, Answered
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It’s mailbag time.
Jane and Steve tackle your winter questions, from Presidents’ Week ski picks to the Mirror Lake Toboggan chute, smart winter hiking basics, and crowd-dodging ideas across the Park. Along the way: loon parenting truths, BrewSki intel, full-moon ski nights, cardboard sled chaos, and a reminder that a quiet walk on a frozen lake can be the most magical “activity” of all.
What you’ll hear in this episode
- Where to ski Presidents’ Week: big mountains and smaller local hills
Mirror Lake Toboggan Chute: the best time to go and what it’s really like - Winter hiking basics that keep small mistakes from becoming big ones
- Easy ways to try snowshoeing: guided hikes and beginner-friendly options
- Nordic skiing picks, from quick lessons to favorite trail systems
- Loon family life: shared parenting and one common myth busted
- Winter-weekend planning: quieter towns, can’t-miss events, and a full-moon lake walk
Resources:
- ADK Taste: https://www.adktaste.com/
- Skiing (big mountains)
- Signature winter thrill
- Guided snowshoe + winter learning (starter-friendly)
- Nordic skiing spots mentioned
- Quieter winter towns + ideas