People

Elizabeth ‘Libby’ McCann, Ph.D. is Director of Environmental Education Concentration, Environmental Studies at Antioch University – New England. Libby received her Ph.D. in adult education, with an emphasis in environmental education, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her dissertation, “Passion and Persistence: A Study of Communities of Practice in Schools,” earned her the Russell J. Hosler Award for Outstanding Dissertation.

4th Grade Teacher at a progressive urban charter school in Durham, NC that strives to help "All Children" Thrive through project based learning, outdoor learning, peaceful/restorative practices, with an emphasis on social emotional learning. 

Manager at a small, native species aquarium on the banks of the Tuckasegee River in Western North Carolina. 

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.