A founding director of Nikwasi Land Trust, Patricia served on the Board until 2006. She is a teacher, writer, and author of three books and numerous articles. She has partnered with her husband, John Adams, founder of Natural Resource Defense Council (NRDC), in their environmental life and the building of NRDC. With family ties to Western North Carolina, Patricia has a passion for conservation in the area and has worked to bring national attention to the Little Tennessee River Valley and Mainspring’s mission.
Stewards of the Southern Blue Ridge
