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I’m an Environmental Science & Policy graduate from the University of Maryland, focused on Wildlife Ecology & Management. I have hands-on experience in habitat and wildlife monitoring, invasive species management, soil and plant analysis, and ecological restoration. Currently, I am a Biological Science Technician with the National Park Service. My research experience spans stormwater green infrastructure, soil hydrology, and ecosystem service assessment, combining fieldwork, lab analysis, and data management. I’m passionate about protecting ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, and connecting people to nature through science-based conservation and restoration.
Wildlife & Threatened and Endangered Species Monitoring - Conducted threatened and endangered species surveys for Least Terns and Piping Plovers, documenting nest locations, breeding activity, eggs, habitat conditions, and current or potential nesting sites to support species recovery and management. - Conducted wildlife surveys for birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, using visual observations, vocalizations, tracks, behavior, and habitat assessments to document species presence and distribution. - Assisted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with airboat-based waterfowl brood surveys, documenting species, brood sizes, duckling age classes, and wetland habitat use using binoculars, bird identification skills, and standardized protocols. - Conducted American burying beetle surveys in the Niobrara River Valley, including trap checks, species identification, capture, measurement, and tagging to support population monitoring and conservation. - Collected Great Plains bison fecal samples for parasite testing in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to support herd health assessments and wildlife disease surveillance. Fisheries & Aquatic Monitoring - Assisted the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission with boat electrofishing surveys to assess fish populations, including species identification, biological measurements, and fisheries data collection. - Conducted water quality and quantity monitoring throughout the Niobrara River watershed GIS, Data Collection & Field Methods - Used GPS and geospatial tools to document wildlife observations, nest locations, survey routes, habitat features, and other biological data while maintaining accurate field records. - Navigated the Niobrara River by canoe and kayak to access remote monitoring locations and conduct biological surveys in remote areas and variable river conditions.
The Maryland Conservation Corps Member supports Nature Forward’s habitat restoration efforts at Woodend Nature Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Working closely with the Habitat Manager and restoration team, the member conducts wildlife and vegetation monitoring, manages invasive species, assists with restoration planting, and helps maintain healthy forest, meadow, and stream ecosystems. The role includes leading volunteers, managing wildlife cameras, tracking spotted lanternfly observations, and collecting water quality data. In addition to fieldwork, the member contributes to community greening initiatives in Justice-40 communities, leads outreach events, and produces public-facing communications such as social media updates, a newsletter article, and monthly blog posts. This work directly advances Woodend’s long-term master plan by improving native plant communities, engaging community volunteers, and inspiring broader conservation action.
Worked with PhD students and the PI in conducting field sampling and lab analysis of plant and soil samples taken from local stormwater green infrastructure. Learned protocols to determine physical, nutrient, and biological properties and processes that support ecosystem services. Worked with a suite of automated apparatus for measuring soil hydrologic properties and contributed to the development of laboratory workflows and protocols. Collected infiltration rate data and determined organic matter percentage as well as the pH from samples. Daily tasks included a mix of field sampling, lab analysis, and data entry.
Monitored the health and behavior of finches, owls, and snakes that were involved in biopsychology research. Cleaned animal rooms, accurately maintained documentation related to animal husbandry, handled animals, and assisted with other tasks as needed.