People

Martin Ogle received B.S. and M.S. degrees in wildlife Biology from Colorado State Univ. (1982) and Virginia Tech (1984).   He was Chief Naturalist for the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, 1985 - 2012.  In 2012, Martin was awarded the Arlington (VA) Green Patriot Award – presented for outstanding work in sustainability by George Mason University,, Arlington Department of Environmental Services, Arlington Chamber of Commerce and Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment. Also in 2012, Martin moved to CO with his wife, Lisa, and his twins, Cyrus and Linnea and started his own education and consulting business, Entrepreneurial Earth, LLC, and most recently, the non-profit, Geo Sapiens.  Martin was born and raised in South Korea.

I am an educator with 23 years of teaching experience, embracing student-centered and innovative learning approaches. Building upon my background in classroom teaching, I conduct research in STEM education, water literacy, interdisciplinary learning, and pedagogical content development. As a Scientix Turkey Ambassador, I actively participate in national and international projects, prioritizing the integration of classroom experiences with digital education applications. My goal is to develop high-quality, effective, and inspiring learning environments for students, teachers, and educational communities.

Since 2017 I have served as Audubon Vermont's Education Manager.  I Oversee the Green Mountain Audubon Center’s educational programming and act as the primary interface with teachers, parents, science curriculum coordinators and other organizations participating in Audubon programs. I Develop and teach the Green Mountain Audubon Center’s education programs and summer day camp programs as well as serve as Summer Day Camp Director.

Born in Dayton, Oh, raised in San Antonio, Tx, and now based in Austin, Tx I began my career in early childhood education working at an overnight summer camp, an experience that sparked my passion for working with children. I enjoy traveling and have explored 26 states and plan to visit many more. Outside of work, I am an avid football fan and proudly support the Dallas Cowboys (also Go Spurs Go!)

I am a young woman looking to inspire curiosity and drive understanding of our world in younger students. With a passion for our environment and kids, environmental education has brought me to a place where I know I can use my communication and community-building skills to do good and impact our environment positively. 

I am Joel Florentine, born in a small country in Central Africa (Cameroon). I am a mother and grandmother of many children and grandchildren. During my leisure time, I like to exercise and cook. 

PUDDLESTOMPERS' mission is to connect the youngest naturalists, ages 2 to 8 (and their parents and caregivers) to the open spaces in their communities. PUDDLESTOMPERS seeks to help build the foundation for a lifelong enjoyment, love of the outdoors, and a lasting stewardship of nature.

Ariel joined the NAAEE team in September of 2021 as a Senior Administrative Assistant. Prior to this role, she has over 15 years of administrative experience in a laboratory and office setting. She is originally from the suburbs of Illinois and moved to Washington DC in 2009, where she attended Howard University. She received her B.A. in Psychology at the College of Arts and Sciences with a minor focus in Administration of Justice. She aspires to travel the world to learn and experience cultures outside her own. Should Italy be next?

 Soul Sprouts

 

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Soul Sprouts – Vision Summary  (Website Underconstruction)

Soul Sprouts is a nature-centered learning platform dedicated to nurturing the whole development of children and teens (birth–17) by reconnecting them with the living Earth and their own inner awareness. Rooted in the guiding principles of being, beholding, and belonging, Soul Sprouts supports educators, parents, caregivers, and grandparents in fostering environments where young people can cultivate presence, deepen observation, and experience a genuine sense of relationship with the natural world.

Through curated resources, storytelling, contemplative practices, and connections to meaningful programs, Soul Sprouts serves as a bridge between ecological literacy and inner development. It invites a shift from content-driven education to relationship-centered learning—where science, imagination, and lived experience come together to inspire care, responsibility, and wonder for the Earth.

Position:  Doreen Tanenbaum-M.Ed., ECSE and Chief Fairy Godmother 4 Mother Earth: Founder and Guide, Soul Sprouts – cultivating pathways for nature-based, inner-directed learning that supports the next generation in becoming attentive, connected, and responsive participants in a living world.

I am a 5th grade teacher in National City, CA. I teach multiple subjects but my favorite subjects are Math & Science!

Teaching at risk high school students how to succeed in an academic environment while enhancing their self-esteem, self-worth and connection to the community and wonderful world that surrounds them.