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New Faces at River Bend Nature Center
We're excited to introduce you to our newest team members!
Erin Tone: Naturalist/Program Coordinator
Welcome Erin Tone! She is the newest addition to the River Bend staff. Erin is a Naturalist/Program Coordinator for school field trips and outdoor education. Erin grew up in Northfield and attended Gustavus Adolphus College, where she earned her B.A. in Biology and Environmental Studies. After graduating, Erin attended UST and earned her M.A. and teaching licensure in secondary science teaching. Erin has had internships working with animals and wildlife, has worked as a middle school science teacher, and most recently as a naturalist. Her favorite part of being a naturalist is getting outside and sharing her love for animals and the natural world with others! In her free time, she likes to hike, spend time with family and friends and take trips up the North Shore with her husband and golden retriever, Turk.
Favorite Animals: Seals
Favorite Book: The Book of Hope by Douglas Carlton Abrams and Jane Goodall
Zach McCarty: Minnesota GreenCorps
Welcome Zach McCarty! He will be serving as our 2022-2023 Minnesota GreenCorps member. Zach grew up in Omaha, Nebraska and moved to Minnesota to attend St. Olaf College, where he graduated with a B.A. in Economics and Political Science. During his time there, Zach worked as a researcher on environmental organizations and completed internships focused on water resources and environmental policy, while also serving as a coach for the local swim team. He loves helping others get excited about nature and exploring the outdoors. In his free time, Zach enjoys wildlife photography, competitive swimming, and travel.
Favorite animal: Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Favorite Book: Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui
