August 26, 2026
Experienced Adirondack educator and science communicator will lead LGA educational programs
Lake George, NY (August 26, 2026) – The Lake George Association (LGA) is excited to welcome environmental educator, science communicator and freshwater scientist Natalee Wrege as its new Education for Action Manager. Wrege will lead the organization’s efforts to connect people of all ages with Lake George and inspire them to take an active role in protecting its world-renowned water quality.
In this role, Wrege will lead and continue to evolve the LGA’s educational offerings, including its long-running Floating Classroom, school and youth programming, community education initiatives and other hands-on learning experiences. Her work will help translate the LGA’s scientific research and Lake-protection initiatives into engaging, accessible opportunities for all ages.
Wrege joins the LGA from the Paul Smith’s College Visitor Interpretive Center, where she served as Education and Outreach Manager, leading environmental education programs and building partnerships with schools and community organizations throughout the Adirondack Park. She brings a strong background spanning freshwater science, environmental education and science communication.
“Education is an essential part of protecting Lake George, and Natalee has the background that we envisioned for this role of scientific knowledge, creativity and ability to connect with the public,” said LGA President and CEO Dr. Brendan Wiltse. “By helping people understand what the Lake is telling us and how they can speak up on its behalf, we can build an even stronger community of advocates for its protection. We’re thrilled to have Natalee leading this important work.”
Wrege holds a Master of Science in Natural Resources Conservation from Paul Smith’s College and a Bachelor of Science and Environmental Biology from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Foresty, as well as a graduate certificate in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University. Her academic and professional experience includes focuses such as aquatic ecology, water-quality monitoring, harmful algal blooms, invasive species, and place-based environmental education.
Her experience also includes helping lead climate communication and community engagement initiatives throughout the Adirondacks, including work as a Regional Leader with NASA’s Earth to Sky program and the Adirondack Climate and Outreach Resilience Network.
“As the Queen of American Lakes, Lake George offers an incredible opportunity to connect people with freshwater science, and show how their actions can make a difference,” said Wrege. “I’m happy to join the LGA and build on its long tradition of education, while finding new ways to make science accessible, engaging and actionable for everyone who loves the Lake.”
Wrege’s combined experience of science, communication and community engagement directly supports the LGA’s new 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, which identifies Community as one of five interconnected pillars of Lake protection alongside Science, Solutions, Partnerships and Advocacy. Through Education for Action, the LGA is working to grow a community that understands the challenges facing Lake George, and that is informed, inspired and empowered to help protect it. Get in touch with Natalee and help welcome her to team by emailing [email protected].
About the Lake George Association (LGA)
Founded in 1885 as the nation’s first lake conservation organization, the LGA represents thousands of constituents as one unified voice speaking for the protection of the Queen of American Lakes. Through science, solutions, community mobilization, strategic partnerships and advocacy, the LGA leads a Continuous Cycle of Lake Protection that safeguards Lake George’s water quality and clarity, forever. Together as a community, we are the Voice of Lake George. Learn more: https://lakegeorgeassociation.org.
