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Hi, I'm Jake. I'm in my 4th year of an Environmental Studies major and Geography minor at the University of Colorado Boulder. After spending 6 years in the Navy, I came back to school to pursue my intrests in sustainability, geography, and affordable housing. I've spent a summer as an outdoor sports instructor, where I got the opportunity to dip my toes into Environmental Education teaching about Leave No Trace and survival skills. I'm hoping to get to know more about the field of EE, and to hopefully make some connections!

I am the Executive Assistant for a maine-based nonprofit organization, Center for Wildlife Studies. Our global mission to provide accessible environmental education and promote wildlife conservation through science. We offer online and field trainings all around the world to students, professionals, and anyone in between. Learn more about us!

I am a 5th grade Science, Health, and Social Studies teacher for Baltimore County Public Schools. I also work with students K-5th through environmental education. 

I currently serve as a Learning and Events Manager with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), following previous roles as a Learning and Event Specialist and Learning Coordinator. In these positions, I have supported both online and in‑person learning events, overseen NRPA’s Learning Management System, managed speaker relationships, and coordinated virtual and in‑person conference programming—including the NRPA Annual Conference virtual components and speed sessions. Through this work, I ensure seamless learning delivery, exceptional customer service, and high‑quality professional development experiences for NRPA’s national audience.

I am an Environmental Educator stationed at Crowder County Park and Historic Yates Mill, my deep dedication to conservation drives my work. Operating at the forefront of education, I strive to inspire the public and youth alike to join us on a collective journey. Together, we aim to secure a lasting ecosystem that all animals and plants alike can share, ensuring they have a home long into the future, even after we have moved on.