Julie (she/her) grew up in Southern California and has always been drawn to the outdoors. Julie studied Environmental Science Resource Management at CSU Channel Islands where her love for the natural world only grew through numerous field research opportunities. She started her journey in outdoor education as a volunteer during that time, where she realized that she could combine her love for the outdoors and passion for teaching others. Julie has been working as a naturalist since and is excited to join the Walker Creek Ranch team! Outside of teaching, Julie enjoys sitting at the beach, hiking, cloud watching, and playing board games with friends.

Owen (he/him) was born and raised in the Bay Area and went to school in Santa Cruz. He loves trees, hacky sacks, hammocks, looking at the stars, and proving by example that singing just isn't for everyone. His favorite things to do in nature are climb trees, catch bugs, and look for anything creepy crawly. He believes that nature is a place to connect people, and that everyone deserves to feel like they belong in nature.

She/her grew up in northern Oregon with the privilege of being surrounded by beautiful coastal and forest ecosystems. Moss is a graduate of University of Oregon and a lover of hiking, yoga, birding, ocean plunges, the marsh, exploring new places, and sharing her love for the outdoors through education and stewardship. She lives for the mindful and quiet moments outside pondering how everything is connected, and the joy, curiosity, grace, and wisdom that stems from really experiencing the elements and naturalizing with others.

Brooke (she/they) grew up on the coast of Long Beach, California. She graduated from UC Santa Cruz where she earned her degree in Environmental Studies. In recent years, she has found herself working on native plant restoration, insect collecting, bird identification, and educational outreach. In their free time, you can find her playing guitar, hiking, making collages, and swimming in the ocean! 

Karly (she/her) was born and raised in Corning, CA. She received her bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration from Sacramento State. While attending Sacramento State, Karly began working at the college’s outdoor adventure program as an Outdoor Trip Leader, Youth Camp Counselor, and Ropes Course Team Lead. These positions sparked her passion for outdoor education. In her free time, Karly likes to spend time with friends and family, hunt for the best local thrift stores, and re-watch The Office.

Will (he/him) is recently graduated from UMaine, and have been enjoying a mix of backpacking and working at a local day camp and outdoor shop this Summer. In his free time he likes to skateboard, climb, hike/camp, tide pool, be out in the rain, create videos, and overall just spend time in nature!

Eva (she/her) was born and raised in the Bay Area and is a recent graduate of Sonoma State University. After receiving a degree in Biology, Eva has found that she is most interested in learning more about ecology and conservation. She values the importance of fostering connections with the youth within our community and broadening their horizons to further appreciate the nature and life that surrounds us. During her free time you can find Eva making jewelry, doing a DIY project, dancing, or enjoying a latte!