December 2013

Staying Alive

Staying Alive

Long before the snow flies, all but the hardiest birds have left, the bears are deep in slumber, insects have transformed to protective pupae and toads have buried themselves deep in the mud. Only the stalwart plants remain in a winter world inhospitable to life itself.

Poutine

Poutine

Illustration by Hawk Krall   During the 2000 presidential election, Canadian co­median Rick Mercer, posing as a re­porter, asked Governor Bush what he thought about “Prime Minister Jean Poutine” endorsing his run. Since the fake name didn’t raise any red flags...

The Luxe Life: Inside the Adirondacks’ Most Exclusive Resort

The Luxe Life: Inside the Adirondacks’ Most Exclusive Resort

Photograph courtesy of The Point   At the end of twisty Beaverwood Road, The Point’s twiggy gate swings open. You’re told, “This is your camp. You’re the Rockefellers.” And it feels that way: the champagne placed in your hand as you tour the Upper Saranac Lake...

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