People

I am a conservation educator passionate about helping people connect with wildlife and the natural world through meaningful, inclusive experiences. With over three years of professional interpretation experience and more than eight years of volunteer leadership, I strive to inspire curiosity, empathy, and stewardship in every interaction. I currently work at Utah’s Hogle Zoo, where I mentor staff and volunteers and create opportunities for learning and growth through storytelling, conservation, and community engagement.

I am the Director of Education at The Raptor Trust, and love to share the beauty and intricacy of nature with students, young and old. I love all creatures, whether soft or scaly, and am always ready to learn more!

Hi! I'm the Program Coordinator for the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education. My primary roles are facilitating our Careers in Natural Resources Initiative, Awards for Excellence in Environmental Education, and other EE Professional Development in Colorado.

Ellen is currently a water education consultant with municipal water providers in Colorado. She brings together her experience as an outdoor enthusiast, whitewater raft guide and educator to engage young people in learning more about the role water plays in their life, community and environment.

Anthrpology & Environmental Education , Science Storytelling, Climate Adaptation Communication & Curriculum Development, EE Program Evaluation

I am a new STEAM teacher. I have been teaching for 20 years. I am a mom of three. 

I'm Shakita Holloway, a horticulturist and emerging environmental educator at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. I hold a B.A. and M.A. in Anthropology with a focus on Archaeology, which sparked my deep interest in land, culture, and sustainability. My work centers on land stewardship, soil health, and culturally rooted education.

I’ve managed farms and learning gardens, interned with the Soil Health Institute, and currently support conservation and public education projects at NCBG. I’m pursuing a Certificate in Soil Science from NC State and plan to continue toward an M.S. and Ph.D. in Soil Microbiology.

I’m passionate about making environmental education accessible to historically excluded communities, including through supporting my neurodivergent nephew’s homeschooling. My goal is to create inclusive, educational spaces that center native and agricultural plants, composting, and stormwater awareness—especially within Black and marginalized communities. I hope to eventually build a nursery and seed-saving project that honors cultural heritage, restores soil, and teaches land stewardship.