Flathead Lakers hire new executive director
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News from Thomas Cox,
Flathead Lakers Board President
The Flathead Lakers play a key role in protecting the waters of Flathead Lake and its watershed by identifying and successfully advocating for the maintenance of clean water, healthy ecosystems, and a lasting quality of life at the Lake and in the watershed. Over the years, the Lakers have steadily strengthened stewardship, education and membership programs thanks to Executive Director Robin Steinkraus’ leadership, committed staff, volunteer board, and over 1,500 supporting members. The board and Steinkraus have been in discussion about the importance of succession after her long tenure. After a lengthy search, the Lakers have hired Kate Sheridan as the new executive director. Sheridan will build on a strong record of achievement and a sound financial base. Sheridan came to Montana for the environmental studies graduate program at the University of Montana and has spent the six years since obtaining her master’s degree working around the state in political, labor, and community organizing. She worked on the Montana Wilderness Association’s public lands campaign and most recently for Lake County Community Development. Originally from the West Coast, Sheridan was drawn to Polson and Flathead Lake as an avid open water swimmer. She assumed the executive director role on Aug. 1.
For over 60 years, the Flathead Lakers have provided leadership and a strong voice for protecting and improving water quality in the watershed through advocacy, education and stewardship programs. Formed in 1958, the Flathead Lakers’ approach is to encourage land and water stewardship, broaden the constituency for responsible and thoughtful land use planning and resource management, and build partnerships to effectively address conservation priorities. As a result, our communities can absorb growth and provide economic opportunities while maintaining our special natural heritage and quality of life for future generations. Visit the Flathead Lakers’ website at: flatheadlakers.org to learn more about the program.
