I am incredibly proud to be part of the collaboration amongst all stakeholders involved, including Mo Ahmad of Frontier Town, the NYS DEC, Local Town Officials, and ROOST, in pushing this mission forward with introduction of this shuttle service. Ensuring access to this natural treasure for all to enjoy is a top priority at the State and Local level. Both residents and visitors alike will come to embrace the wonderful natural beauty of vibrant colorful brilliance cast throughout the peaks and valleys of the High Peaks region and beyond. With a remarkable summer behind us, the awe-inspiring visual spectacle of autumn foliage has begun to arrive. The Fall Foliage Shuttle will allow even more New Yorkers to enjoy, experience and appreciate our region's natural beauty."Īssemblymember Matthew Simpson said, "One of the great aspects of living in the North Country is the gift of witnessing the natural beauty of the Adirondacks over the course of four seasons. State Senator Dan Stec said, "Thousands of people come to the Adirondacks each year to hike and witness the fall foliage. We encourage all visitors to 'know before you go' and prepare for a great day out this fall." This newest shuttle will help encourage visitation to some of our most beautiful vistas while also helping prevent illegal parking and other public safety concerns. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "Governor Hochul and DEC recognize how important it is to continue supporting a comprehensive strategy to improve safety, sustainability, and equitable access of those enjoying the outdoors. It is one of many initiatives being deployed in the Adirondacks and Catskills this year to help protect public safety and promote sustainable recreation, in addition to Governor Hochul's bolstering of a record $400 million Environmental Protection Fund that included $8 million specifically for Adirondack and Catskill visitor safety and wilderness protection. The shuttle offers hikers the opportunity to experience fall foliage from its best vantage point - on the trail - without the hassle of driving to and parking at busy trailheads. "The most beautiful fall foliage in the world is right here in our state, and New Yorkers deserve to take in the scenery in a safe and convenient way," Governor Hochul said. "To ensure the safety of residents and visitors in the Adirondacks, New York and our many local partners are launching a new October shuttle that will help prevent congestion along crowded corridors in the High Peaks and continue to provide a quality outdoors experience this foliage season."įirst announced in July, the new program is a partnership between the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Essex County, the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST), the Towns of Keene and North Hudson, and the private owner of Frontier Town Gateway. Shuttles will run the first two weekends in October from the Frontier Town Gateway to the Giant Mountain, Roaring Brook Falls, and Rooster Comb trailheads, as well as the Marcy Field Parking Area. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new, free shuttle service for visitors traveling to see the fall foliage in the Adirondacks starting this weekend in North Hudson.
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