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I have always loved nature and have wanted to work with animals and plants since I was little. As a young boy, I spent countless hours exploring local natural areas and attending nature programs, which led me down the path of being an interpretive naturalist. Since these childhood experiences, I have earned degrees in environmental studies and natural resources, focusing on interpretation, environmental education, and natural history; worked as an interpreter and educator for local, state, and federal organizations across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota for eight years; earned the Certified Interpretive Guide credential (National Association for Interpretation) as well as being certified to teach and facilitate various environmental curriculum packages; and spent countless hours honing my skills as an interpreter and naturalist.
I currently work at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point as a lecturer in the College of Natural Resources where I teach their undergraduate interpretation courses. In this role, I am fortunate to be able to share my love for and experience in the field of interpretation with the next generation of naturalists, cultural interpreters, site managers, and park rangers to hopefully inspire them to go out and make a difference in the world as my own mentors have inspired me.
A connection to nature is vital for a healthy society and it is critical now more than ever to ensure that people can relate to and care for the natural world. I plan to continue connecting people to the places where they live and the natural world that surrounds them so that we can have a more sustainable future and to share my skills and knowledge with others to help them do the same.
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