Ecological consultant, photographer
Humanities and Sciences

Education

BA, SUNY Albany


Professional experience includes

Chief naturalist, City of New York Parks & Recreation Natural Resources Group (NRG)


Projects include

Coney Island Creek Tidal Barrier and Wetlands Feasibility Study, Gowanus Canal and Newtown Creek Storm Surge Barrier Study, Cabrini Woods Nature Sanctuary


Publications include

Forests of New York City, Natural Areas of Restoration, City of New York Native Species Planting Guide, Assessing the Urban Forest Restoration Effort of Million Trees NYC on the Structure and Functioning of New York City, Salt Marshes of New York City, The Urban Audubon


Awards include

Coastal American Partnership Award; W. Allison and Elizabeth Stubbs Davis Award for Exceptional Dedication in the Service of the City Parks; Municipal Arts Society; Environmental Quality Award, U.S. EPA Region 2