Episode 60 with Mark Haubner, the President of the North Fork Environmental Council

Today, we’re diving deep into a conversation with Mark Haubner, the President of the North Fork Environmental Council. We’ll wander through the corridors of his ancestry and childhood, uncovering the roots that shaped his journey. From there, we’ll trace the path that led him to the NFEC, exploring the organization's mission and the projects they're tackling—from waste and recycling to water quality, regulations, land use, and farming. We’ll touch on air pollution, sea level rise, the deer population, and the ever-present ticks. Mark will share his vision for making the North Fork sustainable and environmentally friendly for all. We'll also challenge the focus on self and individualism, contemplating how we can shift towards a collective mindset for the future of our environment and community. And, as we always do, we’ll look ahead—exploring the future of the NFEC and Mark’s hopes for the North Fork.