Meet the Corps

Conor Zeutzius (he/him) is a man of many passions. Whether he is playing sports, dabbling in disc golf, or admiring the quirks and whimsy of urban landscapes, he has loads of aspiration to improve the world and society through local action. Given his educational background in Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management, Urban Ecological Design, and Quantitative Science, as well as his involvement in a plethora of organizations at the University of Washington like the Student Mycology Club and the Forest Mycobiome Lab, the Society for Ecological Restoration, the Burke Meadow Team, the Dawg Pack Executive Board, MESH: Fashion and Design, and the Dirty Dozen Club, it has motivated Conor to strive for a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to everything he does. Although environmental justice and sustainability are forefronts of his, Conor also encourages himself to continue his electric enthusiasm in the realms of landscape architecture, public transportation, design, mycology, sports, and the outstanding outdoors as a whole. Other endeavors of Conor’s include plant-based cooking and baking, jazz and 70s music, gardening, crafting, reading non-fiction, and biking. As an EarthCorps Crew Leader in 2026, he hopes to build his knowledge and appreciation each and every day, while connecting people and communities together for stewardship to last eternities.

Ruby (she/her) is so excited to be back at EarthCorps as a Crew Leader after being a Crew Member in 2025! In this new role, she is excited to sharpen her leadership skills, deepen her ecological knowledge, and continue to build community in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Ruby was born in Australia, and spent her youth living in Wisconsin, Singapore, and Washington. Her international childhood inspired a deep appreciation of culture and community, which she maintains throughout all her work. Ruby graduated with a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Washington, where her interests lay in Criminal Justice, Gender Studies, and Environmental Justice. Ultimately, she hopes to pursue a career at the intersection of culture and the environment. Outside of work, Ruby is an avid reader and enjoys a long stroll through her neighborhood to explore all of the Little Free Libraries. 

Ben(He/Him) was born and raised in Maryland close to Washington, D.C. He developed an interest in the environment due to hiking, volunteering at the National Zoo, and the disasters of Flint, Michigan, and East Palestine, Ohio. At first, studying Environmental Science, he soon realized he wanted to focus on the people, cities, and most especially the policies regarding the environment, so he moved to Environmental Studies. He graduated from Seattle University with a major in Environmental Policy, Politics, and Justice, where his interests in Justice, Policies, and Water Safety, Management, and Resources were formed. Ben rushed to EarthCorps to gain hands-on and practical experience working with the earth, and to gain a clearer image and understanding of the urban issues and the cities’ interactions with the environment, a passion that relates to all of his interests in Policy, Justice, Water Safety, Management, and Resources. Before coming to Earthcorps, Ben was both a sustainable leader for his college dorm hall and a representative for his college program. He hopes to pursue a career that can be a connection and a benefit for people, the environment, and the city. In his free time, Ben enjoys walking around Seattle, reading, collage and doodling, and writing stories.

Nathan was born and raised in Kirkland, Washington. He attended Western Washington University and graduated with a BS in Environmental Science.

Nathan values the conservation of biological diversity and is thrilled to be continuing his journey at EarthCorps as a crew lead assistant. Outside of his career interests, bikes, kendama, and laughter are a few of many things that bring Nathan joy in life.

Savannah (she/her) is happy to be working in Seattle where her family is and in the Pacific Northwest, her favorite place. After studying environmental science at University of San Francisco she worked a season with the National Park Service in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and fell in love with field work. She is excited to be back at EarthCorps for another term so she can use her passion for restoration ecology and environmental justice. She hopes to engage with community and more local environmental and social justice organizations. She enjoys dreaming at the beach and in the woods or while painting/drawing/collaging.

Alex(he/him) was born and raised in the Snake River Plains of Idaho surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes and harsh volcanic steppe. With a childhood full of outdoor adventure –hiking, camping, rock climbing, and skiing throughout the region, he developed a strong love of nature and a passion for the environment. In 2023, he graduated from Knox College with a bachelors in Environmental Studies before beginning seasonal work for his local state and city park services in Idaho. Through these experiences he has developed a myriad of skills and expertise from interpreting complex environmental topics for the public to managing noxious and invasive weeds with integrated pest practices. Now living in the Puget Sound region, Alex is determined to continue his contribution to the environments and communities around him.

Alex dedicates his free time to a seemingly limitless number of hobbies. One may find him foraging for fibers one week, spinning yarn the next, or knitting a wearable garb the week after. His love for the fiber arts is filled by an underlying love of humanity, which can be seen in his other interests from linguistics and literature to history and philosophy.

Asiana is originally from Orlando, Florida, but has lived in many cities across the country. She recently moved from Las Vegas, Nevada to Tacoma to complete her B.A. in Psychology and Environmental Studies at the University of Washington Tacoma and to explore all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. A lifelong lover of the outdoors, Asiana enjoys camping, fishing, and hiking, and joined EarthCorps to blend her professional goals with her personal passions. After EarthCorps, she hopes to pursue a career in environmental law, analysis, or consulting. In her free time, Asiana enjoys advocating for social causes that matter to her, connecting with her community, and exploring new interests. A self-described serial hobbyist, some of her favorite activities include singing, cooking, beachcombing, and dancing with friends.

Bryant Srioudom (He/They) is a recent undergraduate from University of California Berkeley, with studies focused on urban ecology and aquatic conservation. They are originally from Temecula, CA and have sought out ecological knowledge centered around accessibility for all. Bryant has studied nature principles aboard research vessels, abroad in remote forests, and in freshwater rivers and streams. He has also engaged in courses centered around environmental justice, providing underrepresented communities with resources and support at his college university. In Bryant’s free time they enjoy going to the tidepools, cafes, and music concerts.

Cassidy (she/her) grew up in Massachusetts, enjoying the beautiful coastal ecosystems and studying the local wildlife. It was clear to her from an early age that she was very passionate in her love for nature and animals. After graduating with a degree in Environmental Science at Wheaton College in Norton MA this past May, she briefly enjoyed working at a chemistry lab until she realized how much field work was calling towards her. With her background interning in species conservation during the summer of 2023 and 2024 at New England Wildlife Alliance, she began working for MassAudubon doing coastal restoration and ditch remediation. Now that she has developed experience in marsh and coastal ecosystems, she is ready to explore other ecosystem types and learn more about the field of conservation. Species and habitat restoration remain Cassidy’s biggest passions and she is delighted to learn about new and exciting ways that everyone can make positive restorative change on local levels. In her free time, Cassidy enjoys taking hikes and being outdoors in nature and she is excited to be able to do this in the Pacific Northwest.

Easton (he/him) was raised in Tucson, Arizona. Growing up in the Sonoran Desert taught him to find beauty and curiosity in all kinds of natural areas. Easton graduated with a B.S. in Natural Resources from the University of Arizona in 2025. His time at the U of A gave him an appreciation for botany, ecology, and meeting new people to connect with! He is excited to assist in restoring ecosystems, gain knowledge on conservation and natural landscapes, and help the public feel connected to nature!

Evelyn Osburn (she/her) is from Whidbey Island, Washington and is a proud, recent first-generation college graduate!! She earned a double major in Political Science and Environmental Studies with a minor in Spanish from the University of Washington in Seattle. She’s extremely passionate about addressing injustices that arise at the intersection of policy, people, and the environment. Ever eager about intersectionality, during her time at the UW, she involved herself with NextGen Civic Leader Corps, researching through the Center for American Politics and Public Policy, completing her capstone project for the Program on the Environment at the UW while partnering with the nonprofit Zero Waste Washington, leading as President of the Student Employee Leadership Board of UW Recreation, and both leading and attending UW Climbing Club trips. In everything she does, Evelyn imbues what she’s learned and is still learning about injustice/justice, sustainability, the environment, politics, building community, environmental policy, and outdoor recreation. It is Evelyn’s utmost goal to continue breaking down barriers that others have helped her overcome, and to channel energy towards building, uplifting, and empowering resilient communities so that working class people have access to resources, knowledge, rest and recreation, and platforms to express their needs, desires. In her free time, Evelyn loves to run, rock climb, mountaineer, draw, read, cook/bake, and listen to music. She is also an Auntie to one adorable nephew and soon to be one more!

Felix Adrian (he/him) was born and raised in the pacific northwest and attended Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA. He graduated with a bachelors in Geology and a minor in Climate Change, and decided to join Earth Corps to gain more skills, knowledge, and confidence surrounding earth surface processes. After the rewarding experience of being a teaching assistant for WWU’s geology field camp and physics department, he hopes to continue teaching in physical/environmental sciences in the future. He loves exploring new places to wander and is always looking forward to his next camping trip.

Gaylen a.ka. Tegan (she/her) is excited to work with Earthcorps after moving to Seattle from Washington, DC, where she got a BA at American University in International Relations and Mandarin Chinese. Although she originally planned on having a career in foreign policy and global development, she has pivoted to a path more aligned with what she feels is essential, local and/or community-based work with nonprofits and community organizations. Studying abroad in Taipei, Taiwan and interning with USAID’s Bureau of Humanitarian Affairs further engaged her passion for human rights and nonprofit work within communities. Through Earthcorps, she hopes to find fulfillment in community engagement and provide a direct impact through partaking in hands-on restoration work. Ultimately, she hopes to pursue a masters in Environmental Justice and/or Criminal Justice, through which she can continue working with communities that are marginalized and helping to create more equitable systems locally and nationally.

Isabella Fehringer grew up in Sacramento California and had a lifelong dream to move somewhere it rains more. She graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Environmental Science, where she was a part of the Environmental Leadership Program in a project surveying Oregon ash trees for the invasive emerald ash borer. She has worked on restoration projects with Mt Pisgah Arboretum in Eugene OR and Putah Creek Council in Winters CA and is happiest when using power tools or driving a tractor. Coming from a family of natural science nerds, she has grown up surrounded by an appreciation for ecology. She is interested in habitat restoration, plant identification, and wetland ecology. In her free time she enjoys fantasy novels, DnD, and roller derby.

Through her time spent outside, connecting with nature and strengthening her relationship with
the environment, Jayce has grown to be deeply connected to the natural world. She graduated
from the University of Washington with a BA in Environmental Studies. During her time in
college she interned with the organization Weed Warriors at a community garden. Which taught
her the importance of understanding how to engage and care for local flora and fauna. As well
as the importance of engaging with our communities and the role we play in our local
communities. With EarthCorps she hopes to grow her skillset and knowledge about various
aspects of the PNW and continue to apply it to her future endeavors.

Kōlea Valentine (she/her) is originally from the Big Island of Hawai’i but after earning her degree in both Earth and Environmental Science and Environmental Policy with a minor in Chemistry, she fell in love with Washington and now calls it her home. Throughout her education she learned the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to environmental science and hopes to build her practical skills in the field; she is excited to have found a position where she can get her hands dirty in service of her local communities’ outdoor spaces. When tides are favorable she can be found tiptoeing through the tidepools and nerding out over all of the life that calls the Pacific Northwest its home.

Maddy (she/they) was born and raised in Seattle. She grew up hiking the Olympics with her family, and performing in musicals. After high school she lived in Munich, Germany for a year before attending Macalester College in Saint Paul, Minnesota. There, they graduated with a degree in Media and Cultural Studies and a minor in German Studies. Since graduating she has worked as an actor, stagehand, props designer and Audio Visual technician. Maddy is looking forward to reconnecting with the outdoors in Seattle and developing connections with Earth Corps Crew and Staff members. Their interests include film and music, volunteering at The Northwest Film Forum, singing and playing guitar in a local band and songwriting for solo projects. She is excited to be outside everyday and engage directly with work that benefits Seattle’s residents’ access to nature and improves the health of local ecosystems. Maddy loves to observe the way light filters through trees in the forest, and to swim, especially in the Puget Sound.

Marcella (she/they) grew up hiking, biking, and windsurfing in Alameda, California. They received their Bachelor of Science in Molecular Environmental Biology from UC Berkeley, where they discovered their interests in wildlife conservation, sustainable agriculture, and environmental justice. Following a summer spent restoring beaver habitat in Oregon, they decided to pursue further opportunities in land stewardship that promote community engagement and place-based knowledge. In her free time, Marcella enjoys birding, crafting, playing tennis, and exploring the great outdoors!

Maggie (they/them) grew up in coastal Massachusetts where they developed a deep appreciation for all things plant related. They studied Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management at the University of Washington in Seattle, and during their time there worked for the SER-UW Native Plant Nursery where they enjoyed learning to identify and care for as many species as possible. After graduating, they interned as a Forest Research Assistant with UW’s Pack Experimental Forest and discovered their love of fieldwork that they’re excited to develop further with Earthcorps. Outside of work, Maggie can be found trying to resist the urge to take home interesting sticks, rocks, and mosses from Seattle’s numerous natural areas or scouring the internet for cool vintage furniture.

Maria Lopez (she/they) was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. They went to NAU in Flagstaff,
AZ, where they studied Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.
After graduating from university, they went to work for the Arizona Conservation Corps. Where
they worked as a member for 2 seasons and an assistant crew leader for 1 season. Throughout
Maria’s time with AZCC, they learned a variety of different skills, including trail maintenance and
trail management, herbicide, and chainsaw, to name a few, and they want to continue
developing these skills that they have already learned, as well as learn some new skills now that
they are starting with Earthcorps.
Maria really enjoys bird watching and anything that has to do with birds. They hope that
someday they will get to work within the field of ornithology. Maria’s favorite bird is the Common
Raven (which was also their nickname when they worked for AZCC).

Nabila (she/her) was born and raised in Houston, TX. She was interested in moving out of state and
experience living in different places around the country and is interested in moving abroad. Nabila went
to Colorado College where she majored in environmental science and was able to experience field work
and overnight field trips all over Colorado, while also balancing athletics. Waking up to the Rocky
mountains every day, she discovered her love for being surrounded by nature. She has worked on a
chainsaw crew in Salida, Colorado where she felled trees and learned more about the importance of
conservation work. It also opened her eyes to the amazing adventures, fun experiences, and a friendly
community that comes with working in conservation work. Nabila is very curious about where this new
chapter will lead her to. She is very open to a lot of new things and enjoys swimming, crocheting &
knitting, reading, thrifting, antique shopping, going out to eat with friends to new places, and hiking!

Oliver has moved to Seattle from Princeton, New Jersey. He is a recent graduate from Bates College in Maine with a B.S. in Environmental Studies and a concentration in Ecology and Earth Systems. Prior to EarthCorps, Oliver worked in multiple New Jersey parks and land preserves, and most recently at the Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve in Minnesota. His time at all these incredible organizations allowed him to work in everything from trail maintenance and land restoration to rare species surveys and prescribed fires. He is excited to continue gaining experience in a broad range of ecology work in a new environment. In his free time, Oliver enjoys reading and hiking.

Growing up in the Methow Valley, Owen fostered a love for outdoor recreation, ecological
restoration, and building community in connection with the land. After studying environmental
sociology in Ohio at Kenyon College, he returned to the Pacific Northwest, bouncing back and
forth between Seattle and the Methow. Professionally, Owen emphasizes hands-on work in
habitat restoration and community engagement with the environment, wherever that may be.
When he’s off the clock, you can find Owen hiking, biking, and bagging peaks.

Sadie (she/her) grew up in the Seattle area and is excited to be back in the PNW. She attended Western Washington University, where she got her BA in Cultural Anthropology with a minor in Environmental Studies. After graduating, she spent a year on Maui where she fulfilled an internship as a caregiver at a primate sanctuary. Upon returning to the mainland, she completed an additional internship at the PAWS Wildlife Center here in the Seattle area. Sadie has spent the last few years working as a caregiver at a wildlife clinic and sanctuary in Southern Utah. After spending so much time away she was eager to return to her home in the PNW, and is very excited to be a part of EarthCorps where she is looking forward to learning about the ecosystems and habitats that support the wildlife she has so loved working with. In addition to her passion for learning about animals of all kinds (most especially birds), Sadie enjoys spending time with friends and family and exploring all the amazing sites the PNW has to offer.

As a recent graduate of UW Environmental Science program, Sam is excited to gain hands-on experience restoring local ecosystems in the PNW. Sam grew up in West Seattle where he enjoyed recreating on public lands and waters, and now aims to help maintain access to natural resources. In college he worked as a deckhand educator on the historic schooner Adventuress, managed the UW Bike Shop and is always happy to help wrench on a bike.

Skye (she/her) was born and raised in Shoreline, Washington. As a young child, she developed an interest in the environment through hiking and was especially inspired by an insect curriculum in her second-grade class. This interest grew as she became aware of environmental injustices across America, such as the Flint, Michigan, water crisis and Cancer Alley in Louisiana. Skye went on to pursue an undergraduate degree at the University of San Francisco, where she studied Environmental Science with a minor in Environmental Studies, as well as a GIS certificate. During her time at the University of San Francisco, she worked on campus as an Environmental Health & Safety Assistant, maintaining chemical inventory, conducting safety and compliance checks, and helping ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

Additionally, Skye had a keen interest in pollinators, so she helped start and maintain a bee club and eventually became the club’s leading member. Through this club, she started an on-campus native pollinator garden.

Before joining Earthcorps, Skye interned with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA Region 9) Superfund Division’s Program Management Office, where she primarily handled administrative tasks for Superfund contracts across Region 9.

Skye is excited to join Earthcorps and can’t wait to do more fieldwork! She is especially excited to gain stronger skills and experience in ecosystem restoration, particularly regarding hazardous waste sites. She is also hoping to utilize some of her GIS mapping skills throughout her time with Earthcorps!

In Skye’s free time, she is practicing doing yoga and trying new restaurants!

Sosna (she/her) grew up in the Seattle area, interacting with the beautiful green life of the PNW. Her passion and respect for the environment were instilled at an early age, encouraging her to go vegetarian and later on vegan.

Now graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Studies and minors in Economics and Sustainability from Santa Clara University, Sosna is excited to use her knowledge and experience from school, jobs, internships, and volunteer work to make a positive impact on the environment with EarthCorps through ecological restoration.

Sosna values being a lifetime-learner, community, and the hands-on work involved in protecting and restoring ecosystems. She has played soccer since birth, loves to spend time with her dog, Mufasa, read, and eat all kinds of tasty food! 😀

Tina (she/her) is new to Seattle but already feels at home among its forests and gardens. She has volunteered at the Arboretum Greenhouse, worked as an independent gardener for the University of Washington, and joined restoration projects with EarthCorps and Mountains to Sound Greenway. She loves learning about plants, their stories, and their uses across cultures. What excites her most about conservation is seeing its impact in both the health of nature and the lives of people. When not in the field, Tina hikes local trails, games or trains her puppy Flynn to be a future Bark Ranger.