Director John Gereau talks about Essex Industries and how it works with people with disabilities to prepare them to join the work force. His organization announced this spring it is embarking on a new venture with Adirondack Canoe Company to make lightweight canoes. Essex Industries is the manufacturing arm of Mountain Lake Services, a nonprofit provider of services for people with developmental challenges. Essex Industries is based in Mineville in eastern Essex County.
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Mike Lynch
Mike Lynch has been the Explorer's climate reporter since January 2025 and has worked for the publication since 2014. In addition to writing about climate change, he covers issues related to wildlife. Mike has also worked as a licensed outdoor guide and thru-paddled the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. He is the author of 12 Short Hikes on Preserves near Lake George. He can be reached at [email protected].
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