People

My name is Geneva or Neva for short. I have five years working with children who have experienced domestic violence as a volunteer with Safe Alliance. My passion is watching them learn resiliency through interactions with each other and the world around them. My goal is to teach children life skills gained from learning how to use the environment around them. 

I am a nature-based educator, providing opportunities and advocating for the right of every child, from preschool through high school - and the grownups who guide them - to have meaningful experiences learning in, about, and with nature.

I currently work to support leadership and best practices at nature centers throughout North America. In my role with the Association of Nature Center Administrators, I create and share content about the issues that nature centers face, and how they can overcome their challenges.

I have been an Environmental Educator for over 38 years. I'm currently teaching part time at the University of Southern Maine in the Environmental Science and Policy Department. I have retired from my work at Maine Audubon but still fill in when they need assistance.