What happens in the Adirondacks doesn’t always start in the Adirondacks—it can flow into our air, water, communities, and climate from coal-fired power plants far, far away from our lakes and forests.

In this powerful episode of ADK Talks, hosts Jane and Steve sit down with John Sheehan, Director of Communications for the Adirondack Council, to explore the science, policy, and passion driving environmental advocacy in the largest protected landscape east of the Mississippi.

We cover:

• The origins and mission of the Adirondack Council
• The threats to air and water quality—and what’s being done
• How road salt is quietly degrading lakes, wells, and even washing machines
• The scientific tools used to monitor Adirondack lakes
• The Council’s support for SUNY ESF’s Timbuctoo Institute, connecting students from underrepresented communities to careers in environmental science
• How you can take action to protect this incredible place

John also shares his favorite hidden gem in the park and reflects on decades of conservation wins—and the political battles still ahead.

Mentioned in this podcast.

• The Adirondack Council
• Boreal forests
• Beavers
• Brook Trout Genetics
• Road salt research
• Timbuctoo Climate Science and Careers Summer Institute
• Minerva and Irishtown
• Ireland Vly

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