Lake Protectors
by Lake George Association
Latest episode
17 | Capturing Lake George: Luke Dow’s Story
17 | Capturing Lake George: Luke Dow’s Story
About this podcast
Dive into the heart of the Lake George watershed with the Lake Protectors Podcast! Join us as we explore the vital work being done to preserve and protect the Queen of American Lakes. Each episode features conversations with dedicated environmentalists, local leaders, and passionate community members who share their insights on conservation efforts, water quality, and sustainable practices. Discover the challenges and successes faced in safeguarding this treasured landscape and learn how you can get involved. Together, let’s ensure that Lake George remains clear and clean for generations to come!
Episodes
- 17 | Capturing Lake George: Luke Dow’s Story · 55 minThis week on Lake Protectors, we’re joined by Luke Dow of The Lake George Steamboat Company and Luke Dow Photography as he shares his family’s local legacy, his passion for…
- 16 | Fall & Winter Safety in the Adirondacks with Forest Ranger Chelsea Geyer · 33 minAs the seasons change around Lake George, so do the ways we enjoy the outdoors, and the precautions we need to take. In this episode, we’re joined by New York State Forest Ranger…
- 15 | How the Lake George Chamber Champions the Lake · 43 minIn this episode of the Lake Protectors Podcast, we’re joined by Megan Seeley, Marketing Director for the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce, to explore the vital connection…
- 14 | The Fight Against Marine Debris · 45 minThis week, we're joined by Ashley Sullivan, Executive Director of the Rozalia Project, an inspiring organization focused on removing marine debris from waterbodies and protecting…
- 13 | Clean, Drain, Dry: The Battle Against Invasive Species in Lake George · 19 minIn this episode, we sit down with Ben Marshall from the Lake George Park Commission to discuss the Lake George Boat Inspection Program. Ben talks about the origins of the program…
- 12 | How Hands-On Learning Shapes a Generation of Environmental Stewards · 50 minIn this episode, we sit down with the Executive Director of Camp Chingachgook, Jine Andreozzi, to talk about the power of outdoor education in shaping the next generation of…
- 11 | The LGA’s Summer Events Lineup · 15 minThis week, we’re diving into all the exciting events the Lake George Association has planned for the 2025 summer season. From parties to fundraising events to community science…
- 10 | Lake George: A Pioneer in Smart Lake Technology · 43 minThis week, we dive into the Jefferson Project—a collaborative effort between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), the Lake George Association (LGA), and IBM that's turning…
- 9 | Beneath the Surface: Plant Surveys and Underwater Wonders with Nick Rowell · 45 minThis week, we sit down with Nick Rowell from Warren County Soil & Water for a deep dive—literally and figuratively—into the hidden wonders beneath the lake’s surface. Nick shares…
- 8 | Hemlocks Under Siege! · 46 minJoin us this week as we welcome Tammara Van Ryn, recently retired Director of the Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP), and an expert in invasive species management…
- 7 | A New Era: Dr. Brendan Wiltse Takes the Helm at the LGA · 36 minIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brendan Wiltse, the brand-new Executive Director of the Lake George Association. Dr. Wiltse shares his journey to Lake George and his vision…
- 6 | The Goldfish Dilemma: When Pets Become Pests · 25 minOn a spring day in 2023, Lake George Mayor Ray Perry was out for a walk through the West Brook Conservation Park when he spotted goldfish in one of the stormwater retention…
- 5 | Safety vs Water Quality: Finding a Balance with Chris Navitsky · 58 minWelcome back and Happy New Year, Lake Protectors! This week, we are joined by Chris Navitsky, the Lake George Waterkeeper, to talk about road salt and the impact it has on water…
- 4 | Stormwater Runoff with Jim Lieberum: “It all starts in the watershed” · 49 minThis week we are joined by Jim Lieberum from the Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District to talk about stormwater! Learn what it is, why it matters for the ecosystem and…
- 3 | What is the Septic Inspection Program? with Randy Rath · 39 minIn this episode, we’re joined by Randy Rath, a seasoned expert with over 23 years at the Lake George Association, now serving with the Lake George Park Commission (LGPC). Randy…
- 2 | The Lake Impact Fund Grant Program · 34 minWelcome back to Lake Protectors! In this episode, we sit down with the LGA’s Managing Program Director, Monika LaPlante to dive into the newly launched Lake Impact Fund—a brand…
- 1 | It’s Going to Take a Village to Protect This Lake with Dr. John Kelly III · 26 minWelcome to the inaugural episode of Lake Protectors! Join us as we sit down with Dr. John Kelly III, a passionate advocate for Lake George and the newly elected Board Chair of…
