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Christina Larson – 2024 O’Neil Conservation Steward
Christina Larson Joins the Land Alliance 2024 O’Neil Conservation Stewards We are delighted to welcome Christina Larson to our 2024 O’Neil Stewards program. Christina is a student at SUNY ESF working towards a bachelor’s degree in Conservation Biology. Christina has prior experience working with NYS DEC as a Forest Health Intern, detecting Southern Pine Beetle populations throughout the Central Pine Barrens as well as monitoring beech leaf disease and removing Kudzu within local communities. About the William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward Program Thanks to the Joyce C. and William C. O’Neil Charitable Trust, North Shore Land Alliance launched a formal internship program. Through this competitive program, qualified college students gain valuable conservation-related skills, including writing management plans for preserves, mapping trails, organizing volunteer and fundraising events, managing invasive plants, installing a woodland trail at Wawapek and educating the public about conservation. Contact Us! To learn more about the O’Neil Conservation Stewards summer internship program, visit us online at www.northshorelandalliance.org/oneil-stewards/ or contact us at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.
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Vianca Hinds – 2024 O’Neil Conservation Steward
Vianca Hinds Joins the Land Alliance 2024 O’Neil Conservation Steward Program We are delighted to welcome Vianca Hinds to our 2024 O’Neil Conservation Steward program. Vianca is a recent graduate of SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry (ESF) with a degree in wildlife science and is excited to begin her career. Having grown up in Huntington, New York, Vianca is extremely passionate about Long Island’s native species and hopes to conserve and protect many of Long Island’s ecosystems and habitats. About the William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward Program Thanks to the Joyce C. and William C. O’Neil Charitable Trust, North Shore Land Alliance launched a formal internship program. Through this competitive program, qualified college students gain valuable conservation-related skills, including writing management plans for preserves, mapping trails, organizing volunteer and fundraising events, managing invasive plants, installing a woodland trail at Wawapek and educating the public about conservation. Contact Us! To learn more about the O’Neil Conservation Stewards summer internship program, visit us online at www.northshorelandalliance.org/oneil-stewards/ or contact us at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.
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Carter Rogan – 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward
Carter Rogan Joins the Land Alliance 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward Program We extend a warm welcome to Carter Rogan as he joins our 2023 O’Neil Conservation Stewards program. Carter is currently pursuing a master’s degree at the SUNY College for Environmental Science and Forestry. Carter, a native Long Islander, has an affinity for native plants and animals and is looking forward to applying what he’s learned at school to the stewardship of Land Alliance properties. Carter joins the program with great experience gathered from the Sweetbriar Nature Center, Bayard-Cutting Arboretum and the ecology center at the Sisters of St. Joseph. His passion, expertise and genuine care for our natural heritage make him an invaluable asset to our team. Together, we will continue to make significant strides in the stewardship and conservation of Land Alliance properties. About the William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward Program Thanks to the Joyce C. and William C. O’Neil Charitable Trust, North Shore Land Alliance launched a formal internship program. Through this competitive program, qualified college students gain valuable conservation-related skills, including writing management plans for preserves, mapping trails, organizing volunteer and fundraising events, managing invasive plants, installing a woodland trail at Wawapek and educating the public about conservation. Contact Us! To learn more about the O’Neil Conservation Stewards summer internship program, visit us online at www.northshorelandalliance.org/oneil-stewards/ or contact us at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.
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Patrick Muccini – 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward
Patrick Muccini Joins the North Shore Land Alliance 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward Program We are thrilled to welcome Patrick to our esteemed O’Neil Conservation Steward program. Patrick, a rising senior at Binghamton University studying environmental science ecosystems, grew up on Long Island and went to Chaminade. At Binghamton, he volunteered with the Nature Preserve Regulars where he removed invasive species and performed trail maintenance. Patrick is dedicated to conservation and believes it is essential to protect native species biodiversity. During his free time, he enjoys hiking, skiing, mountain biking, skateboarding and relaxing on the beach. We are confident that Patrick’s passion, expertise and enthusiasm will make a significant impact on our work as he joins our team of O’Neil Stewards. We look forward to witnessing his growth and witnessing the positive contributions he will make to our land preservation initiatives. Please join us in welcoming Patrick Muccini as a valued member of our O’Neil Stewards program, as together we continue our mission to protect and enhance our cherished natural landscapes. About the William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward Program Thanks to the Joyce C. and William C. O’Neil Charitable Trust, North Shore Land Alliance launched a formal internship program. Through this competitive program, qualified college students gain valuable conservation-related skills, including writing management plans for preserves, mapping trails, organizing volunteer and fundraising events, managing invasive plants, installing a woodland trail at Wawapek and educating the public about conservation. Contact Us! To learn more about the O’Neil Conservation Stewards summer internship program, visit us online at www.northshorelandalliance.org/oneil-stewards/ or contact us at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.
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Victoria Bell – 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward
Victoria Bell Joins the Land Alliance 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward Program We are delighted to welcome Victoria Bell to our 2023 O’Neil Conservation Steward program. Victoria is a rising junior at the University of Vermont studying Environmental Studies in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources with minors in Forestry and Music. She is from Huntington and is passionate about keeping Long Island’s natural areas in good health. She’s interested in conservation, ecology, environmental justice, climate change mitigation and how these disciplines intersect. About the William C. and Joyce C. O’Neil Conservation Steward Program Thanks to the Joyce C. and William C. O’Neil Charitable Trust, North Shore Land Alliance launched a formal internship program. Through this competitive program, qualified college students gain valuable conservation-related skills, including writing management plans for preserves, mapping trails, organizing volunteer and fundraising events, managing invasive plants, installing a woodland trail at Wawapek and educating the public about conservation. Contact Us! To learn more about the O’Neil Conservation Stewards summer internship program, visit us online at www.northshorelandalliance.org/oneil-stewards/ or contact us at 516-922-1028 or info@northshorelandalliance.org.
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