Megan Eckstein Email & Phone Number

Coordinated and supervised park Statham volunteer workers within Gloucester County to support the every day use and maintenance of eight parks and recreation facilities, including trails historical sites in special event spaces.Establish and maintain, beneficial, working relationships with key local state and national groups .Developed and introduced a range of educational programs for all age groups, and Inc. new marketing techniques to boost engagement.Prepared written documents, and releases on visitor numbers, park usage and budget reports .

• Maintained environmental quality of Occoquan Regional Park by applying advanced patrolling skills and water quality knowledge.• Operates vehicles, radios, and other equipment necessary to perform Ranger activities. Serves as a resource on environmental protection and conservation• Assists in establishing the goals and objectives of the park to ensure natural, cultural, and historical resources are preserved.• Ensured guest safety through enforced compliance with COVID regulations on park grounds.

Gloucester, Virginia

• Prepared floats to facilitate the growth of key oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay • Developed lesson plans for public education on local restoration efforts • Worked directly with citizen scientist to encourage growth of key oyster species in the York River

Williamsburg, Virginia

• Maintained environmental quality of Little Creek Reservoir by applying advanced patrolling skills and water quality knowledge. • Oversaw maintenance on 5 miles of pedestrian and bike trails.• Fostered a climate of collaboration between the general public and local environmental regulations

• Worked with principle investigators to coordinate qualitative research into the relationship between emissions and public health.• Prepared materials for reports, presentations, and submissions to peer-reviewed publications.• Maintained social media accounts and website through graphic design, and strategic posting to boost community engagement.