Military Training Sparks Environmental Conflict in Adirondacks | Montpelier News

Environmental groups are sounding the alarm over military training in the Adirondack Park, accusing contractor Michael Hopmeier of violating his permit with unauthorized helicopter landings and takeoffs — activities they say are harming wildlife and habitats. Following last fall’s disruptive “Operation Jaded Thunder,” residents are pushing for a halt to Hopmeier’s separate howitzer test-fire request until permit violations are addressed. Hopmeier insists his training is vital for national security and claims the APA has already dismissed environmental concerns. Meanwhile, the Air National Guard plans another exercise this Friday in Lewis, where local officials say they approved it — though they admit they weren’t sure if state regulators were notified. The APA is now reviewing the tangled web of permits, public safety, and environmental protection that could reshape how military training operates in this sensitive region. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eaa72a08c7537e33