Over centuries, hunting was an honored tradition that had tremendous cultural and economic value. Today, it is not surprising that hunting is not as honored as it once was, with the number of hunters dwindling over the past decades. The US Fish and Wildlife Service research spotlights a decrease in hunters by 16% from 2011 to 2016 (National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation, 2016). Despite the falling numbers, anti-hunting movements are burgeoning in full swing.

Hunting, however, can have positive effects on wildlife if done correctly. In regions with enormous wildlife, such as the Adirondacks, hunters and the wilderness depend on each other. In general, hunters play two significant roles in preserving nature: maintaining the balance between prey and predators and providing/demanding funds and care for wildlife.

A herd of deer (Jack Barnes, 2013)

Every ecosystem has a carrying capacity – the number of living organisms a region can support without environmental degradation [carrying capacity, n.d]. For example, if the number of deers exceeds the carrying capacity, vegetation and plants disappear because of overgrazing. Hunting deers sustainably, in this scenario, can protect the integrity of the land for other organisms while also maintaining a thriving population of deers. Similarly, if the number of wolves exceeds the carrying, the number of its prey, like deers, will decrease significantly. Hunting wolves in sustainably will help to maintain healthy numbers of wolves and deers in the forest.

The role of individual communities in preserving wildlife is as important as that of government agencies. In a rapidly urbanizing country like the United States, investors might disregard the importance of forests for construction projects. Given the shortcomings in government institutions’ funding, public parks’ landowners struggling financially will continue spiraling downwards economically (de Nevers, Greg, & Huey Johnson, 1995). Selling land to private owners, who will exploit the land for profits, will only permanently damage wildlife’s habitat. On the other hand, hunters can fund landowners in exchange for sustainable hunting. While this might seem unbeneficial for nature, sustainable hunting does not permanently destroy habitats and is far better than construction.

Regions with pristine wilderness, like the Adirondack region, have experienced a considerable decline in hunters. Responsible hunters demand care for wildlife protection. The. understand the relationship between the natural system and the social system. Anti-hunting movements must acknowledge that hunting, when done responsibly, can be an excellent tool for wildlife conservation. Therefore, environmentalists should consider responsible hunters as one of them, not as individuals against them.

Citations:

U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau. 2016 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation.

“Carrying Capacity.” Oxford English Dictionary, 2nd ed., Oxford University Press, 2002.

de Nevers, Greg, and Huey Johnson. “Hunting as a Tool for Wildlife Management.” The George Wright Forum, vol. 12, no. 4, George Wright Society, 1995, pp. 39–44, http://www.jstor.org/stable/43597445.

Alex Smith came into our classroom with a load of interesting information. His fascination with hunting led to the topic of bear hounding- a staggering form of hunting in which bears are chased by hounds until they’re exhausted and forced to climb a tree to be shot dead. Bear hounding has sparked much controversy challenging this inhumane form of hunting as it forces both bears and hounds to go through a lot of stress.

Such practice requires hounds to undergo intense training aside from the risks they run while confronting the bear. Hounds are required to practice on smaller game and sometimes have test trials with more experienced dogs (LiveOutdoors). During this time, the mindsets of dogs are completely changed so that they react in an incredibly aggressive way once they encounter a bear. These extensive hours of training cover a change in howls, behaviour, and attitude. In addition, the conditions and/or weather under which they train can be hot leading to dehydration and other conditions. If a bear decides to fight back, hounds run the risk of “broken bones, punctured lungs, or other serious injuries,” (The Humane Society of the United States). 

However, most controversy revolves around the bears. Essentially, bear hounding is argued to be inhumane. Bears are chased until they are exhausted so that they are forced to climb a tree. This means that the last few moments before the bear’s death is spent under an overwhelmingly stressful situation- which can also quickly escalate if the bear decides to fight back. If bears are being hunted under an intense sun, they run the risk of physical stress due to their thick fur and fat layer. If pregnant bears overheat, they run the risk of losing embryos and others can die (The Humane Society of the United States). 

Bear Hounding also affects the patterns and populations of bears. “Hounds disrupt feeding regimes for both the bears who are chased and nearby bears who are not. Bears must shift their sleeping patterns and become more nocturnal to avoid being hunted,” (The Humane Society of the United States). This means that not only are the chase bears affected, but all of them since they have to be aware. 

Overall, bear hounding is arguably the most effective way to hunt a bear, yet the most inhumane since bears are not allowed to fend for themselves. The question left to answer is if it’s worth considering the condition before the, possible, death of a bear.

Bibliography

“Facts about Bear Hounding.” The Humane Society of the United States, https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/facts-about-bear-hounding. 

Fitzpartick, Brad. “All Hail the Hounds of Hunting.” Petersen’s Hunting, Petersen’s Hunting, 12 May 2021, https://www.petersenshunting.com/editorial/all-hail-hounds-hunting/392435. 

Staff, LiveOutdoors, and LiveOutdoors Staff. “How to Train a Bear Hunting Dog.” LiveOutdoors, 26 Nov. 2016, https://www.liveoutdoors.com/hunting/239309-bear-hunting-dog/#/slide/1. 

Tipster, Hunting. “Hound Hunting Black Bears.” Hunting Tips and Tricks, https://huntingtipsandtricks.com/hound-hunting-black-bears/. 

When hunting comes to mind. Most people think of a person roaming the woods looking for an animal to shoot. In Vermont, there is a different style of hunting known as hound hunting. This style of killing animals is one that is less popular, but the impact it has is devastating. Hound hunting is a cruel and inhumane way of killing animals when hunting, and laws should be changed with regards to what is allowed.

To talk about why these regulations should be changed, we must have a fundamental understanding of what hounding is. Hounding is the legal training of hounds, and using those hounds to track down a specific kind of animal. They will chase the animal until it is tired, scared, or trying to hide somewhere. In the worst case, the hounds will attack the other animal head on until it is killed.

The reasons why this type of hunting is unethical are a mix of obvious and not so obvious. To start with the easy ones, this is essentially legalized animal cruelty. Training one animal to fight and kill another seems to be a small issue when arguing the morality of this practice. It is extremely violent, and not only does it put the animals being hunted at risk, it is a huge risk for the hounds as well. There seems to be no pretty way to get the job done when you are controlling animals and training them to find and kill prey. Another issue that may possibly get overlooked when examining the issue of hounding is the lack of control these hounders have over their animals. Most of the time, these people are simply following the hounds with their trucks. They are able to do this because they have GPS coordinates of their hounds. What ends up happening sometimes is these animals may go off track, and since they aren’t directly being controlled in their actions, they interfere with peoples land. Below you can see a link to a video which displays an incident of hounding destroying personal property and having an emotional impact on a family.

It is evident that there are clear negative impacts that hounding has on the community. If you don’t think the effect on the community is an important one, think of the animals and what cruelty they must endure. No matter how it comes about, there needs to be some type of reform with regards to hounding regulations that force hounders to gain more control over their animals.

Works Cited

“Hunting with Hounds/Hounding.” Protectourwildlifevt, https://www.protectourwildlifevt.org/hunting-with-hounds. 

Necn. “Animal Advocates Push for VT.. Coyote Hunting Regulations.” NECN, NECN, 26 Feb. 2019, https://www.necn.com/news/local/vermont/animal-advocates-push-for-vt-coyote-hunting-regulations/1619/. 

For the past 8 or so years, the nonprofit conservationist organization Protect the Adirondacks has been locked in a contentious lawsuit against the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Adirondack Park agency. After being dismissed, re-examined, and appealed multiple times, the state Court of Appeals finally made a ruling just this past May. Perhaps surprisingly, the subject that caused this much contention in the court systems was the construction of snowmobile trails.

For reference, it is first necessary to know that Article 14 of the New York State Constitution, the “forever wild” clause, states that the Adirondack woods “shall not be leased, sold or exchanged, or be taken by any corporation, public or private, nor shall the timber thereon be sold, removed or destroyed.” In order to construct these snowmobile trails, it would be necessary to cut down a significant amount of forest. This is where the premise of the lawsuit came from, as Protect the Adirondacks argued that cutting down around 1,000 trees per mile of trail, as well as the manipulation of the land to create the slopes of the trails, violated the “forever wild” clause. 

While this may seem like an obvious violation of the clause, lower courts ruled in favor of the defense on multiple occasions. The reasons were that the amount of tree cutting was less than other cases that had not been taken to court, and also vague phrasing in the original constitution specifically protected larger, healthier trees, whereas trail construction would harm mostly smaller (but not less ecologically important) trees. 

The argument in favor of the prosecution, as I just hinted at, is that these trees regardless of size are necessary to maintain forest ecosystems. Building these snowmobile trails would require cutting down approximately 25,000 trees over a single 27-mile trail, with more to come in the future should the court side with the defense. These trails would also require a significant amount of work on the ground of the woods in terms of shaping and flattening, and would certainly harm the Adirondack forests. 

The final decision of the Court of Appeals was that regardless of the size of individual trees, cutting down that much forest would have significant negative impacts on the ecosystem without immediately benefiting the general public. As the highest court in the state, this decision was final, which put an end to the 8-year long lawsuit. The decision put an end to the construction of a trail in progress, saving 7 miles of forest, and will prevent more trails of this nature from being constructed in the future. It is certainly satisfying to see a decision in favor of the conservation of the forest. 

Works Cited

“Article 14 Lawsuit Update.” Protect the Adirondacks!, 25 Apr. 2021, https://www.protectadks.org/article-14-lawsuit-update/ 

Cerbone, Aaron. “New York’s Highest Court Rules against Dec Tree Cutting.” New York’s Highest Court Rules against DEC Tree Cutting | News, Sports, Jobs – Adirondack Daily Enterprise, https://www.adirondackdailyenterprise.com/news/local-news/2021/05/nys-highest-court-rules-against-dec-tree-cutting-restricting-future-trail-work/ . 

Anyone who has been to, or even seen the Adirondack Mountains, knows what a naturally beautiful setting it truly is. The pristine environment is almost sure to put individuals at ease, but can it truly heal them? That was widely believed during the 19th and 20th centuries when many individuals were sent to the Adirondack region to be cured of various ailments. Patients battling pulmonary tuberculosis were often sent to the Adirondacks in hope of being cured. This is obviously a starkly different approach than modern day where medicine is used in nearly every case of illness.

Dr. Edward Trudeau made use of this approach in the Adirondacks and often prescribed his Saranac, NY sanitarium patients open-air treatment to heal them of their respiratory illness. While this is relatively unheard of in modern day medicine, it is still regarded as a quite effective technique. Most of his patients were transferred up from New York City, so the fresh mountain air was very much a change from the grimy city situation in that era. The clean atmosphere of the Adirondack Park was very much useful in combating the microorganisms which cause the disease due to the pristine, unpolluted mountain air, as well as the colder climate.

Many stories of people healing in the Adirondacks certainly sound far-fetched, although there are so many accounts of it, its validity is not as much in question. Individuals ailed with TB would arrive in their Adirondack sanitarium in poor condition and just with a literal change in scenery, they would be cured in a short period of time. Throughout their recovery, Dr. Trudeau would have his patients “hunting, hiking, swimming in the Adirondack lakes, and even painting the natural scenery.” The city allowed the disease to fester in its hosts, but the favorable environment of the Adirondacks could have a much greater impact on the disease, claimed Trudeau.

Trudeau brought himself into the relatively primitive Adirondacks of the mid to late 19th century in order to cure himself of tuberculosis, in which he was successful. He insisted on what a great treatment it is for TB. In his road to physical recovery, he found himself being spiritually healed as well. The fresh environment of the Adirondacks made him feel more connected with nature which he insisted should be apart of every patient’s road to recovery. He hoped that the environment would cure his patients of tuberculosis, although he also made sure to hold the goal of making sure his patients became closer to the natural world. Ultimately, judging by the case of Trudeau himself, and the cases of his patients, it appears that the Adirondacks may not have a majestic ability to cure patients. Although, the clean air and recreational activities can help patients recuperate faster than nearly anywhere else.

Works Cited

Doerner, Paige. “Natural Healing in the Adirondacks (Graduate Research).” Imponderabilia, 18 Apr. 2013, https://paigedoerner.wordpress.com/2013/04/18/natural-healing-in-the-adirondacks-graduate-research/.

Living in Shanghai for many years, I didn’t settle in well when I first came to Vermont, because it’s a huge contrast for me to move from an urban area to another place saturated with natural elements. It was the hiking activity to Lake Dunmore during first-year student orientation that pulls me closer to the wildlife, leading me to appreciate the beauty of nature. However, as a hiking beginner, I would like to explore more about appropriate timing, potential meaning, and preparations for the Adirondack hiking.

The Adirondack Region official website introduces that spring is the best time for hiking. For one thing, unlike frozen and snowy conditions, warmer weather makes hikes much easier and more comfortable. Moreover, exploring beautiful destinations during spring can avoid the huge crowds. After reading the guidelines to hike of Adirondacks, I couldn’t help searching up the prettiest scenery in the Adirondacks. The picture below is the summit of Wright Park, photoed by Mark Meinrenken, which explains why hiking is becoming so popular today. I imagined in my mind that I got up earlier, hiked slowly, intentionally took in the sights, sounds, and smells along the journey when I saw this picture, and I believe that will be the most relaxing moments out of heavy schoolwork.

It is hard to judge which hiking trail is the most impressive, and every hiker has their own suggestions for the most beautiful views in the Adirondack Mountains. Here is a list of Adirondack Mountain hikes worthy of a trial: https://www.adirondack.net/things-to-do/hiking-trails/

There are many hiking challenges in the Adirondacks. The most popular is The Adirondack Forty-Sixers, the challenge to finish hiking on 46 mountains of the Adirondacks, including rugged mountain adventures to family-friendly trails with scenic views of cascading waterfalls and rock formations. For those craving hiking challenges, the attraction of this type of recreation is obvious — a measurable reward from each climb in the satisfaction of checking it off a list and bragging rights.

Furthermore, people can hunt during their journey in the Adirondacks. “The Adirondacks have the finest hunting for bear, deer, and small game in the country,” as suggested by the Adirondack Region official website. One notice is that all trappers must be licensed regardless of age, and all first-time hunters must complete a 10-hour hunter safety course, but it is totally free. Also, it is necessary to make some preparations beforehand. For example, hikers should bring enough water, wear appropriate clothes, pack a flashlight with extra batteries, etc. Plus, hikers are responsible for taking out anything they bring in and enjoying wildlife and plant life, but leave them undisturbed.

Thanks to starting my university life around the Adirondacks, I can stop at every hiking spot, find unique beauty, and get attached to the nature that heals our hearts.

Work Cited:

1. Caroline Dodd, “The Art of Slowing Down”, October 1st, https://www.adirondackcouncil.org/page/blog-139/news/the-art-of-slowing-down-1341.html
2. The Adirondack Region Official Website, https://visitadirondacks.com/recreation/hiking

Growing up in a city, I’m engulfed in the everyday background noise of car engines revving, keyboards clicking, and phones buzzing. It wasn’t until I backpacked in the Sierras this summer that I was able to experience true peace and quiet. The outdoors is an escape from the ceaseless sounds of the city, yet barriers to entry prevent many from appreciating it; therefore, the Adirondacks should make the outdoors more accessible through volunteer programs for people of color and low-income households.

On May 16th, backpacks on and rain sprinkling from the dark clouds above, nine schoolmates and I were bound for the Sierras for a three-week backpacking trip. It wasn’t until the following morning, meditating on the flat surface of a granite boulder with a lone, 50-foot pine to my right overlooking Rock House Basin that I immersed myself in the peace of the wilderness. I exhale and am grounded by the astral sound of wind dancing about the atmosphere, brushing through the forested mountains, and flowing through the pine needles of the tree beside me. My mind was cleared of the million thoughts, worries, and daydreams. I was at last present in the space and time I existed in. There was no feeling as gratifying, and it only grew deeper as I continued my journey. Figure 1 below is one of my favorite pictures from the trip taken at the end of week 2. At this point in the trip, I had grown close with classmates that I would rarely talk to at school, and I felt truly alive.

Twenty days later, my schoolmates reunited with the thirty other people on the trip, hugging each other with our wilderness-musk and sharing our desperate-for-toilet-paper-stories. Something was different about all of us, as if we were completely new people, but somehow more ourselves than before. Figure 2 below was taken at the end of the trip when all of the groups reunited at Kennedy Meadows.

I am grateful to have had this experience, yet I am aware of the barriers that hinder people’s access to the outdoors and its serenity. Transportation to the wilderness, expenses of gear, knowledge, and time taken away from work are among the many obstacles. As a result, the outdoors remains an area dominated by the white and wealthy. Making wilderness more accessible is essential as everyone should have the opportunity to experience its peacefulness. There are some volunteer-based organizations that are working to open doors to those who wouldn’t be able to otherwise. Outdoor Afro is an extraordinary example of an organization that focuses on breaking those barriers. This non-profit founded in 2009 “celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature” (Outdoor Afro). Over the summer, Outdoor Afro took a group out to Little Clear Pond in the Adirondacks for a canoe day-trip (Loomis). Outdoor Afro and other organizations are revolutionizing parks like the Adirondacks, making them more welcoming and inclusive for people to enjoy its rejuvenation.

Works Cited

Loomis, Brandon. “Outdoor Afro Helps People of Color Find Their Adirondack Comfort Zone.” Adirondack Explorer, 24 July 2021, www.adirondackexplorer.org/stories/outdoor-afro-helps-people-of-color-find-their-adirondack-comfort-zone.

Outdoor Afro . “About Us.” Outdoor Afro, CGR, 20 Oct. 2021, outdoorafro.com/about-us/.

While the closed border between the U.S. and Canada has had significant economic costs in Upstate New York, it increased the region’s exposure to local U.S. citizens; so–in the long run– businesses will benefit when Canadians come back. 

Canada’s border is reopening in November for the first time in 19 months and it will result in a boost to the economy of Upstate New York and the Adirondack area especially. The Adirondacks will be impacted because of the natural wilderness and mountains that cover 6 million acres of land. For many Canadians, the Adirondacks is a haven of wildlife and wilderness that they have been visiting for their entire lives. Opening the border between the two countries is long overdue and something that Republicans and Democrats have been pushing for. Due to the high vaccination rates and low COVID numbers within Canada it makes no sense for the U.S. to keep the border closed. The only issue once Canada does open the border is that they will require a covid test for when citizens come back into the country. The test seems minor, but in reality, it will deter many day-trippers simply looking for a nice hike or ski day at Whiteface. However, I believe that this safety measure will be lifted soon. In the meantime though, many Canadiens will still be itching to get to the Land of the Free for family, friends, views and lower taxes. 

Summer generally brings the most Canadiens into the Park because of hiking and other recreational activities, but the fall and winter seasons also have some pull for Canadians. The true impact of the border opening may not be seen until the summer, but the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism in the Lake Placid area says that they are hoping to market the winter appeal. COO of ROOST, Mary Jane Lawrence, told the Adirondack Explorer that she plans to “promote the region, via social media marketing, to travelers from Quebec and Ontario as a “winter wonderland”” (De Socio, 2021). It does seem a little flawed to market the Adirondacks as a ‘winter wonderland’ to Canadian neighbors, who generally receive more snow and have larger ski areas closer. However, this marketing move shows that the region is confident that Canadiens will be determined to visit even with the safety measures and inconveniences. Whether they actually will come is yet to be determined, but Adirondack locals are ready to accept them.

The decrease in Canadian visitors in the last two years has caused Adirondack businesses to change course from purely tourist destinations to embracing the local communities. The loss of visitors from the north does not mean that there were no tourists in the area, but the loss of that revenue forced many business owners to rethink who their consumers were. Now, with the border open again, businesses will prosper as they now serve locals, U.S. tourists, and Canadians.

Literature Cited

De Socio, Mike. (October 2021). Business leaders, attractions and politicians hail Canadian border reopening, yet keep cautious outlook. https://www.adirondackexplorer.org/stories/border-boom

McKinley, Jesse. (October 2021). Border With Canada to Open, and North Country ‘Could Not Be Happier’. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/14/nyregion/us-canada-border.html

Tucked in the middle of the Adirondacks near no major cities lies the small town of Lake Placid. Perhaps the location to the most memorable Olympic moment ever, this town continues to thrive and live off its name and history. However, when looking at the towns of the ADK park surrounding Lake Placid, none can attract tourists on a year-long basis as Placid can. Lake Placid is different as it has become a thriving year-round tourist destination in all four seasons. This is primarily thanks to its unique combination of year-round activities as well as seasonal activities.

When looking at a successful tourist destination, the most crucial factor is whether it can persuade visitors to come throughout an entire year and not just during one season called tourist season. Lake Placid fits these requirements. In the summer, there are countless hikes, water sports, restaurants, tours, and so much more to do in the village. This season sees over half a million tourists each year and helps contribute a significant fraction of the $240 million generated by tourists in the town. However, when looking at winter activities, the foundation of its tourist base comes through its access to ski resorts (pictured below) and the use of old Olympic venues such as the bobsled course, the outdoor skating rink, and the Herb Brooks hockey arena. These two seasons collectively help contribute to the million visitors the town sees each year, which helps keep this beautiful, historical village a functioning and desirable tourist destination.

I have been able to visit Lake Placid many times in my life and can say with no doubt that it is my favorite town in the ADKs. It has the feel, nostalgia, and history of a small town yet has modernized with the years and can easily support visitors. Strolling down Main street and walking past countless restaurants, Olympic stores, family businesses, and Olympic venus, all while overlooking Lake Placid, creates one of the more pleasant environments in the ADKs when not in the wilderness. During my last winter visit to Lake Placid this past year, I was shocked to find so many tourists there in the middle of March. The line to the outdoor skating rink was 200 people long, while the wait for a table at the popular BBQ restaurant, Smoke Signals, was over an hour long. This surprised me, as I had always presumed that the tourist season dropped off after the summer, where most activities could occur. However, the duality of the town allowed for a second wave of tourists to visit and experience the town in a completely different setting. This is a unique feature of town, and is the main reason why it is the most popular and successful tourist town in the ADKs.

References:

WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Pat Bradley. “Updated Adirondack Tourism Study Released.” WAMC, 24 July 2018, https://www.wamc.org/north-country-news/2018-07-24/updated-adirondack-tourism-study-released.

When one is thinking of the Adirondacks, music may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Generally, when thinking of the Adirondacks most would think of hiking, fishing, camping and spending time outdoors. However, that is not the only part of the Adirondacks. Music holds a special place for many people within the Adirondacks. More specifically, traditional music is a significant part of Adirondack culture. 

One may ask what traditional music is, but traditional music can vary from region to region. Within the Adirondacks, traditional music is classified as “instrumental and vocal music of amateur musicians and singers–ordinary people– at work and at leisure in the Adirondack region of New York State ”(Traditional Adirondack Music). Moreover, traditional music occurs through the passage of words. Traditional music is learned from family members, neighbors, co-workers, and other members of the community. The music is then passed on by word of mouth from person to person. Within traditional music, there aren’t books or lines to follow (Traditional Adirondack Music). It is all through how you interpret the music.  Essentially, traditional music is a very welcoming and diverse form of music as anyone can play and there are no constraints on what traditional music entails. It is because of the freedom of the type of music within traditional music, that allows it to be so calming and enjoyable. 

The process of traditional music within the Adirondacks began is quite interesting. It is thought that Adirondack traditional music started when settlers came to the Adirondacks and didn’t have many activities to do. This caused them to start producing songs and creating music. For example, from the Traditional Adirondack Music article, the text states, “We didn’t have any electricity, see, so we’d sit nights, this was our entertainment–we’d sit and play the fiddles, we’d sing, us kids used to jig all over the front room whether my mother liked it or not.  I can see that old carpet yet…holes into it, that old carpet wore right out”(Traditional Adirondack Music). As we can see, traditional music started as a way of entertainment. People started to really enjoy expressing themselves through this music, and traditional music began to take off. 

Within traditional music, there are two main types of music. First, there is the singing of traditional music. This when singers would produce music by entertaining themselves without any other  accompanying person(Traditional Adirondack Music). Essentially, there were no other people singing with them, it was more of an individual piece. The beauty of this type of traditional music is that there was a wide variety in the types of songs people would sing. The songs would range from century old story songs from the British Isles and Ireland to emotional songs about local events occuring (Traditional Adirondack Music). On the other hand, another large part of traditional music was the fiddlers and dancing component. Fiddler musicians would boost the spirits of their communities through their music (Traditional Adirondack Music). Fiddling was a very popular and appreciated form of music as it resulted in a lot of dancing and happy moods. Fiddling was most commonly used for people to dance. 

Overall, traditional music was a very large part of Adirondack culture. Unfortunately, traditional music doesn’t have the same popularity nowadays as it had in the 1900s. Traditional music was a great way for community members of the Adirondacks to express themselves while bringing others together and spreading joy. Traditional music holds a special place within the Adirondack community 

Works Cited

Seydmann, and Seydmann. “The Fiddle in the Scottish Folk Music Revival.” The Fiddle in the Scottish Folk Music Revival, 14 Sept. 2016, www.blogs.hss.ed.ac.uk/revival-fiddle/.

W Is for the Woods – Traditional Adirondack Music, woods.tauny.org/sections/2/traditional-adirondack-music.