ADK Talks
ADK Talks brings you the stories behind the people, places, and things to do in the Adirondack Park of New York State. With 6 million acres, the Adirondacks are the ultimate playground.
We take you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of one of America's most breathtaking regions. Just like we do on our website, adktaste.com, our podcast uncovers the hidden gems of the Adirondacks, offering hand-picked recommendations for the best places to stay, eat, shop and do in the Adirondack Park.
But this isn't just about places. It's about the people who make the Adirondacks so special and unique. In each episode, we talk to people from all walks of life—restauranteurs, farmers, innkeepers, historians, artists, local leaders, writers, hikers, and more. Hear real stories about what they do, their passions, and how they found their way here.
And they'll share their insider tips on the best things to see and do in the Adirondacks – insights you won't find anywhere else.
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Loons, Lakes & Lessons—A Conservation Conversation Returns
In this powerful follow-up to one of ADK Talks’ most downloaded episodes, Jane and Steve welcome back Denise Silfie from the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation in Saranac Lake.
Denise shares updates on loon research, insights from the annual Loon Census, and the ongoing challenges of lead tackle for loons and humans, climate change, and shoreline development.
From guided paddles and museum-quality exhibits to turtle rescue collabs and “Loon Zoom” virtual talks, this episode is packed with compelling stories, quirky loon facts, and meaningful ways to get involved. Your participation can make a significant difference.
Whether you're a seasonal visitor or a year-round resident, this episode serves as a poignant reminder that the urgency of protecting loons is synonymous with safeguarding the Adirondacks—shoreline to treetop.
Mentioned in this podcast.
Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation
New York Annual Loon Census – July 19, 2025
Lead Tackle Buyback Program – 30+ tackle shops in the region
Maintain the Chain – Old Forge-based conservation group
Paul Smith’s College & VIC (Visitor Interpretive Center)
St. Gabriel's Church – Paul Smiths
Bitters & Bones – Restaurant and brewery in Saranac Lake
Trudeau Laboratory Museum in Saranac Lake
Raquette River Brewing – Tupper Lake and Lake Placid taprooms
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