Graduation Project Mentors - By County

Office of Environmental Education

All of North Carolina's EE Resources in One Place!

Mentors by County
County Map	List of Environmental Topics	Graduation Project Home
Mountain Piedmont Coast Alamance Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefers communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Tracey Grajzar Teacher 336-584-6070 Prefers communication by: Phone Areas of Expertise: Teacher (8th and 10th grades); BS Biology, MS Agriculture Education, return to map Alexander Leslie Meadows Environmental Education Coordinator/Administrator, Alexander Soil and Water Conservation District 374 1st Ave. SW,, Taylorsville NC 28681 828-632-0638 lmeadows@alexandercountync.gov http://www.alexandercountync.gov/soil-and-water.php Prefers Communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Non-formal Environmental Education return to map Alleghany No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Anson Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Ashe Thomas Randolph Park Ranger, Mount Jefferson State Park P.O. Box 48 Jefferson NC 28640 (336) 246-9653 tom.randolph "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Any natural resource, Interpretive/Environmental Education types of projects. If students are interested in working in parks - National, State or NGO's I can help with finding the job listings. Project Ideas: I will be working on resource photos, and doing programs in classrooms. Also could use help with prep for education activities. Scott Robinson Park Ranger, New River State Park PO Box 48 Jefferson NC 28640 336-982-2587 scott.robinson "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise :Aquatic Sampling, Flora and Fauna Identification, Invasive Species Project Ideas: Park use Surveys, Invasive Species project, Trail construction, Riverbank Stabilization return to map Avery Heather Dawes Executive Director, EnergyXchange 66 EnergyXchange Dr. Burnsville NC 28714 828.675.5541 dawes "at" energyxchange.org www.energyxchange.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Landfill gas collection and use, and related air quality issues. Propagation and cultivation of native carolina mountain species. Project Ideas: Perform resource surveys in the County to identify and quantify local reuseable energy sources for generating heat. return to map Beaufort Amy Adams Environmental Senior Specialist, NC Division of Water Quality Washington Regional Office, 943 Washington Square Mall Washington NC 27889 252-946-6481 amy.adams "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Stream Biology/Stream Monitoring, Wetland Biology, Stormwater Management (rain gardens, bioretension ponds, etc.), Macrobenthic Indicators (aquatic insects), Function of riparian buffer zones, recycling, reuse, waste management Robert P. Fisher Regional Air Quality Supervisor, NC Division of Air Quality 943 Washington Square Mall Washington NC 27889 robert.fisher "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncair.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Air Pollution, Urban Sprawl, Greenways, Energy Conservation, Hunting Project Ideas: Reducing Open Burning in Pitt County Marlene Salyer Environmental Specialist, NC DENR Division of Water Quality 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington NC 27889 252-948-3846 Prefers Communication By: Phone Karen Hackney Office Assistant IV, NC DENR karen.hackney@ncdenr.gov http://www.enr.state.nc.us/ Prefers Communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Primarily I'm into ecology: the BIG picture and how people can learn to do right by the environment without compromising their comfort. I'm also an outdoor person; I SCUBA dive, garden, spend a lot of time on the water, and I'm trying to further my own education in wetlands and environmental law. Other Comments: I'm a history major with a marine science background; I also have criminal justice and emergency management experience. I have a lot of contacts in 3 different state offices so I might have some unusual resources to offer. Also I am quite outgoing and I would like to see someone do a really cool, unique project about the environment (or anything really for that matter! :) Roberto Scheller Senior Environmental Specialist, NC DENR Division of Water Quality 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington NC 27889 252-948-3940 roberto.scheller@ncdenr.gov Prefers Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: I have 30 years of experience practicing organic gardening and making compost for soil amendment. 6 years working as a certified wastewater operator in operations, sampling, plant maintenance, and collections. I have worked 9 years at the Division of Water Quality doing permitting, wetlands delineation, stream determination, complaint investigation, oil & chemical spill response, fish kill investigations, and inspections. 3 years with the Department of Transportation (DOT) working on environmental issues in relation to linear transportation projects, stream impacts, wetland impacts, identification of endangered species, and identification of historic sites. 15 years working as BSA leader and/or counselor teaching outdoor skills. return to map BertiE Steve Trowell Coastal Management Representative, NC DENR Division of Coastal Management 252-794-4015 Prefers Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: Permitting and enforcement as it is related to the administration of the States Dredge and Fill Law G.S. 113-229 and the Coastal Area Management Act G.S. 113A-100 return to map Bladen No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Brunswick No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Buncombe Keith Mastin Education Curator, WNC Nature Center 75 Gashes Creek Road Asheville NC 28805 828-298-5600, X305 kmastin "at" ashevillenc.gov wildwnc.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: environmental education, captive wildlife care and maintenance (zoo keeper), livestock care/maintenance, and grounds maintenance Project Ideas: The education department is looking for someone with a desire to work with lesson plans, educational materials and updating information. Other Comments: We are open 7 days a week from 8:30am - 5:00pm for volunteers/interns. Kevin Barnett Environmental Specialist, NC Division of Water Quality 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa NC 28778 828-296-4657 kevin.barnett "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncwaterquality.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Stream Restoration Stream Stability Riparian Buffer benefits and functions Project Ideas: I have field sites and data gathering experience for each of these topics. Matt Mutel Park Ranger, Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State Highway 128 Burnsville NC 287814 319-321-4692 matt.mutel "at" ncdenr.gov h ttp://www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Biology, Geology, Ecology, Global Warming, and anything else you are interested in, student; we can learn together! Project Ideas: My park, Mt. Mitchell, has been heavily affected by logging, air pollution, invasive tree-killing bugs, and currently global warming so all of these would be especially good projects on which you could work with me. Other Comments: Students from Yancey County, McDowell County, Buncombe County, Asheville City, and Haywood County high schools are all welcome to contact me about projects. If you live somewhere else, let me know where it is and I'll determine whether or not I'd be able to semi- regularly get out to your neck of the woods. Meeting at Mt Mitchell State Park off Highway 128 and the Blue Ridge Parkway is always an option as well. ~Matt Diane Silver Extension Agent, Watershed Coordinator, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover St. Hendersonville NC 28792 828 697 4891 diane_silver "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, raingardens, created wetlands, rainbarrels, stream bank stabilization Project Ideas: 1) Identify an eroding streambank and convince the landowner to work with Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension to have it fixed under our Stream Dr. Program; then work with a landscape professional under that program to help do the work. 2) Identify a location for a raingarden and plan, design, and install it, with mentoring from Henderson Co. Extension. Several scouts have done similar projects for Gold Star awards. Other Comments: Students from Henderson, Transylvania, Buncombe, Madison, and Haywood counties are welcome, but PROJECTS need to take place in Henderson Co. However, I may be able to refer a student in other counties to another Extension agent if they have a good project idea. return to map Burke Michael Eisch Park Ranger, South Mountains State Park 3001 South Mountain Park Ave Connellys Springs NC 28612 828-433-4772 Michael.Eisch "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo/main.php Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: invasive species, visitor use of parks, birds return to map Cabarrus Mandy Smith Environmental Educator, City of Concord 704-920-5379 smithal "at" ci.concord.nc.us ci.concord.nc.us Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff recycling/solid waste general trends in animal populations Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Caldwell Courtney Swanson School Counselor Caldwell County Schools 517 Kentwood St, Lenoir NC 28645 828-754-2711 cswanson@caa.k12.nc.us Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Will help students develop service projects that can be implemented at the school level or in the community return to map Camden No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Carteret Michelle Duval Executive Assistant for Councils, NC Division of Marine Fisheries P.O. Box 769 (3441 Arendell St) Morehead City NC 28557 252-808-8011 michelle.duval "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncfisheries.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Fisheries management and coastal habitat protection are my main areas of work, however my formal training is marine and estuarine ecology, w/a focus on invertebrate species. I previously worked for a conservation organization (10 years) and continue to do so through volunteer efforts with a variety of organizations. Project Ideas: No specific ideas, but I believe that there is certainly room for projects w/a focus on water conservation and stormwater management. Paula Gillikin Site Manager-Rachel Carson Reserve, NC National Estuarine Research Reserve 101 Pivers Island Road Beaufort NC 28516 252-838-0886 paula.gillikin "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncnerr.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: feral horse management, tracking marine debris, visitor use issues (e.g. dogs off leash) Project Ideas: Impacts of feral horses on a nature preserve Collecting data on dogs off-leash and birds and proposing management actions or an education program. Cleaning up a section of the marsh, taking data on marine debris and re-sampling to determine rate of accumulation, sources, amounts etc. Roy Brownlow Compliance Coordinator, NC Division of Coastal Management 400 Commerce Ave Morehead City NC 28557 252-808-2808 Roy.Brownlow "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.nccoastalmanagement.net/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Coastal Management and coastal resources Project Ideas: Learn how to become better stewards of coastal resources and how we manager our coastal resources through regulations. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores Christine Carlin, Volunteer Coordinator (main contact) P.O. Box 580 Atlantic Beach NC 28512 252-247-4003, ext 286 christine.carlin "at" ncaquariums.com http://www.ncaquariums.com Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: North Carolina's aquatic and marine ecosystems return to map Caswell Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Catawba Stacy Lovdahl Mill Creek Middle School 1041 Shiloh Road Claremont NC 28610 828-241-2711 stacy_lovdahl "at" catawba.k12.nc.us www.sciencetoybox.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: air pollution, hazardous waste, contamination remediation, groundwater use and remediation, stream surveys and protection, stormwater pollution prevention, risk assessment, hazardous and exposure to chemicals. Kelly E Cooke Park Ranger, Lake Norman State Park 159 Inland Sea Dr Troutman NC 28166 (704) 528-6350 kelly.cooke "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lano/main.php Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Invasive species, Species surveys (aquatic invertebrates, butterflies, plants, birds), watershed issues, and astronomy. Project Ideas: Specific project ideas: 1. We have many areas with populations of invasive plants (chinese privet, kudzu, multiflora rose, etc). Control/eradication of of some of these populations would require an ongoing commitment by an individual or group. 2. I would like to do initial surveys or update information that we have for the park regarding aquatic invertebrates, butterflies, and birds. return to map Chatham CC King Director, Screech Owl Farm School 185 Screech Owl Moncure NC 27559 farm "at" screechowl.com www.screechowl.com and www.woodcrestfarmschool.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Wildlife habitat on Piedmont farms. Project Ideas: I am working with Woodcrest Farm, in Orange County, west of Chapel Hill to create programs and a farm-site dedicated to teaching the public and school groups about the natural and cultural history of Orange Grove, NC. We need help developing the site, with historical research, and developing and teaching programs. We also need summer staff. Other Comments: We are seeking individuals with a high degree of self-motivation, who have an interest in historical farming and rare breed farm animals, who are good with people, articulate and eager to roll up their sleeves for the project. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Cherokee No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Chowan No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Clay No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Cleveland No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Columbus Chris Helms Park Superintendent, Lake Waccamaw State Park 1866 State Park Dr Lake Waccamaw NC 28450 910-646-4748 http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lawa/main.php Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: visitor services, natural resource management, birds, endangered and threatened species. Project Ideas: Development of Interpretive & Educational programs, trail development and maintenance, lake management issues return to map Craven Melissa Myers Environmental Education Coordinator, Weyerhaeuser's Cool Springs Environmental Education Center 2506 Jefferson Dr Greenville NC 27858 252.514.3533 info "at" coolsprings.org http://www.coolsprings.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Water Quality, Reptile and Amphibian Conservation, Forestry/logging history/Long Leaf Pine ecosystem, Comparing species diversity/distribution in varying habitats, birds Project Ideas: 1. Water Quality : comparing different sites/habitats 2. Comparing reptile and amphibian populations/diversity across different habitat types return to map Cumberland Paul Linskens Sandhills Tutorial 1817 Cherokee Drive Fayetteville NC 28303 910 483 8646 Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: identification and propagation of native Sandhills plants, ecology of prescribed burn areas, Sandhills natural history Bill Dunlap Area VII Coordinator, NC Division Soil & Water Conservation 225 Green Street, Suite 715 Fayetteville NC 28301 910-433-3398 bill.dunlap "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.enr.state.nc.us/DSWC/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Soil & Water Conservation as it relates to Agriculture Christine Blanton Environmental Engineer, NC Division of Water Quality 225 Green St, Suite 714 Fayetteville NC 28301 910-433-3334 christine.blanton "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: water table management, sediment/erosion control, hydrology, ponds, lagoons, nitrogen cycle Sean Boyles Hydrogeologist, NC Division of Waste Management - Superfund Section 225 Green Street, Ste. 714 Fayetteville NC 28301 910.433.3345 Sean.Boyles "at" ncdenr.gov http://wastenotnc.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Groundwater hydrology and geology Project Ideas: Possible project ideas would include: GPS and GIS mapping projects involving water wells; water quality monitoring studies and resource evaluation studies. Other Comments: Although I work in Cumberland County, I'm a resident of Red Springs in Robeson County and could mentor a student in either county or in closeby parts of Hoke County. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Gloria Lengel Educator, Lake Rim Park 910-864-1336 gtlengel@embarqmail.com; glengel@ci.fay.nc.us http://www.fcpr.us/env_lakerim.php Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Taught Environmental Science and AP Environmental Science in Cumberland County before retiring. All topics in those areas. Special interests: human impact and the Outer Banks, astronomy, sustainability, beekeeping, composting, Outer Banks geology return to map Currituck No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Dare Helen M. Furr Environmental Consultant, Environmental Professionals, Inc. P.O. Box 3368 Kill Devil Hills NC 27948 252-441-0239 helenfurr "at" earthlink.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater water quality environmental assessments (Phase I, Phase II) underground storage tanks collecting soil, groundwater, surface water samples Project Ideas: Stormwater BMPs for households (ie. raingardens, rainbarrels, LID retrofits) Education pamplets for stormwater quality and BMPs Analysis of Native plants verse traditional grasses Kathy Mitchell Horticulturist, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island P.O .Box 967 Manteo NC 27954 Katherine.Mitchell "at" ncaquariums.com http://www.ncaquariums.com/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Native plants, especially flora of coastal NC. Use of native plants for wildlife habitat enhancement, and for home and commercial landscaping. Design of rain gardens and other stormwater management features using native plants. Identification & control Project Ideas: Not at this time, but will most likely develop new project ideas & plans in the future. Other Comments: Ann Marie Chapman Wildlife Interpretive Specialist, Pea Island and Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge P.O. Box 1969 Manteo NC 27954 252-987-1118 annmarie_chapman "at" fws.gov www.fws.gov/alligatorriver Prefer Communication By: Email Patrick Murphy Diving Safety Officer, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island P.O. Box 967 Nags Head NC 27954-0967 (252) 473-3494 x252 Patrick.Murphy "at" ncaquariums.com www.ncaquariums.com Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: Scientific Research Diving - SCUBA(self contained underwater breathing apparatus) within aquarium environment and/or offshore research diving environment. Project Ideas: Offshore preservation of marine (animal) habitat through shipwreck conservation. Other Comments: Student should be SCUBA certified and/or be in process of obtaining SCUBA certification. Internship as a "junior volunteer diver" at aquarium as a 16 to 17 year old required. Sara J. Hallas Outreach Specialist, NC Coastal Federation 128 Grenville St, Manteo NC 27954 252-473-1607 sarajh@nccoast.org www.nccoast.org Prefer Communication By: Email return to map Davidson Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Alana Tomlin Denton Grant Writer/Business Owner, Grant Writing Services, Inc 336-479-0626 alana@yourgrantwriter.com www.yourgrantwriter.com Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: As a grant writer, I work with many local industries (and national industries) to research data for grants. I have contacts in many of the fields - Transportation (NCDOT, etc); Hazardous Materials/Waste (I am VERY familiar with this issue - the hazards are great, and affect many sectors of the population); Creative Arts (am an avid participant in local theatre, and have worked with many other non-profit arts-related organizations); and Population issues (I work daily on census.gov and with local departments that handle population issues - planning/zoning, etc.). Project Ideas: Issues surounding illegal dumping and illegal trash dumps. Other Comments: As a grant writer, I write often and about varied subjects. I mentored a HS senior in 2008 on his project involving Dairy Farming in the US. I assisted in editing, making comments to help develop his project and ideas, and assist on all drafts (editing). This was not a subject I would have considered myself particularly insightful, but I was able to be a sounding-board for the student. Taught him how the index card system works (something his teacher had not done), and provided tips from a writer's standpoint. As a public speaker and conference educator, I was able to give him pointers on presenting in front of the panel, as well. return to map Davie No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Duplin No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Durham Steve Wall Policy Analyst, Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources, Secretary's Office 919 806-5064 swwall "at" yahoo.com http://enr.state.nc.us/ Prefer Communication By: Phone Areas of Expertise: My background and current work primarily involves the interaction of getting environmental policies implemented into legislation at both the state and federal level. Specific areas of interest involve work in the areas of water allocation and climate change policies at the state level. Marissa Hartzler Program Coordinator, Duke Forest mlm27 "at" duke.edu Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Invasive plant species, endangered plant species Kathy Lee Director of Education and Outreach, Eno River Association 4419 Guess Road Durham NC 27712 919-620-9099 Kathy "at" enoriver.org www.enoriver.org Prefer Communication By: Email Laura Webb Smith Public Education Coordinator, City of Durham Stormwater Services Public Works Dept., 101 City Hall Plaza Durham NC 27701 919-560-4326 x235 laura.smith "at" durhamnc.gov http://www.durhamnc.gov/departments/works/stormwater_public.cfm Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: water quality in Durham J. Marc Dreyfors President, The Forest Foundation 1404 Angier Ave. Durham NC 27701 919.957.1500 info "at" theforestfoundation.org www.theforestfoundation.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Biodiversity, conservation, sustainable development and livelihoods, fair trade, alternative energy-biodiesel, environmental spirituality Project Ideas: waste vegetable oil and biodiesel processing, community outreach on alternative energy, energy conservation and efficiency and water conservation Other Comments: We are starting a green jobs curriculum and training program at our site Robert Dodson Superintendent, City of Durham Water Management 101 City Hall Plaza Durham NC 27701 919-560-4386 robert.dodson "at" durhamnc.gov http://www.durhamnc.gov/departments/wm/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Wastewater Treatment Laboratory - Analyze water and wastewater samples Project Ideas: Would need more information about the program before specifically listing projects. Christopher Ammon Park Ranger, Eno River State Park 6101 Cole Mill Road Durham NC 27705 919-383-1686 christopher.ammon "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/enri/main.php Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Eno River State Park has a park ranger staff of 6 with various backgrounds and interests. The park protects 4,200 acres of land and 15 miles of river, and has annual visitation of nearly 300,000. There are numerous recreational experiences offered, including: 30 miles of hiking trails, multiple paddling accesses, 3 backcountry camping areas, 2 picnic areas, and plenty of opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic photography. The park supports a wide range of environmental education and interpretive programs, focusing on the rich natural and cultural history of the Eno River Valley. Project Ideas: Please call the park if you have a specific project in mind. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Edgecombe No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Forsyth Brian Lambe Environmental Specialist, NC Division of Land Resources - Land Quality 585 Waughtown St Winston Salem NC 27103 336-771-5039 Brian.Lambe "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Sediment control at construction sites, development Shuying Wang Hydrogeologist, NC Division of Water Quality - Aquifer Protection Shuying.wang "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Groundwater resources Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Franklin Charles Bass Resource Conservationist/NCACSP Specialist, Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District 101-B South Bickett Blvd Louisburg NC 27616 charles.bass "at" nc.nacdnet.net www.franklinsoilandwaterconservation.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater, BMP's related to agriculture, community conservation/BMP's for stormwater, Sediment & Erosion Control Kelly Ibrahim Resource Conservationist Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District 101-B South Bickett Blvd Louisburg NC 27616 kelly.ibrahim "at" nc.nacdnet.net www.franklinsoilandwaterconservation.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater, BMP's related to agriculture, community conservation/BMP's for stormwater, Sediment & Erosion Control Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Gaston Rebecca Kirlin Environmental Education Program Specialist, The Schiele Museum of Natural History 704 866 6911 rebeccak "at" cityofgastonia.com www.schielemuseum.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Environmental education for elementary and middle school students, streamwatch and monitoring, entomology, local ecology Project Ideas: Community environmental action team- we will decide on a local environmental problem and delve into its source and solutions (working with the NC cooperative extension and area return to map Gates No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Graham No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Granville Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Greene No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Guilford Debra James Science Teacher, Southern Guilford High School 5700 Drake Rd Greensboro NC 27406 336-674-4250 jamesd5 "at" gcsnc.com www.sghs.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: invasive species salamanders insects (my degree is in entomology from Texas A&M) I spent 2 years on researching the Imported Fire Ant after graduation. I love anything environmental/earth science. Susan Andreatta 315 W. Parris Ave. High Point NC 27262 336-841-6949 SusanQxyz "at" aol.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: river basins, storm water runoff, park use, butterfly gardens, birds, bees as pollinators, or whatever the student would like to pursue. Melanie Buckingham Environmental Resource Librarian, Kathleen Clay Edwards Library 1420 Price Park Dr. Greensboro NC 27410 336-373-2923 melanie.buckingham "at" greensboro-nc.gov www.greensborolibrary.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: environmental education Project Ideas: Creating a video of the flora/fauna of Park and also about the creation of Price Park as a passive park. Interview local experts and capturing pictures by video and camera. Other Comments: Can explain the project in further detail by e-mail. Melissa Coe Wildlife Rehabilitator, Piedmont Wildlife Rehab, Inc. 336-273-6832 mlsscoe "at" aol.coom http://louisehydebrown.com/piedmontwildliferehab.htm Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Rehabilitation of native injured and orphaned wildlife,identifications, habitat and presentation of programs about wildlife and our environment. Project Ideas: Our busiest time for hands on with wildlife is March through October. We need help with pick up, phone calls, feeding, cage building and cleaning, fundraising, booths, and presentations. Other Comments: I have worked with several students in the past and look forward to having more. Brooks Mullane P & R Program Support Supervisor, City of Greensboro 316 E. Florida St. Greensboro NC 27406 336-373-5868 brooks.mullane "at" greensboro-nc.gov www.greensboro-nc.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: We have just begun writing and implementing an invasive plant policy in our park system. We can use students interested in this area as well as other areas of environmental education. Project Ideas: Students could assist with collecting data on our invasive plant removal sites. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Halifax No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Harnett Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Haywood Matt Mutel Park Ranger, Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State Highway 128 Burnsville NC 287814 319-321-4692 matt.mutel "at" ncdenr.gov h ttp://www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Biology, Geology, Ecology, Global Warming, and anything else you are interested in, student; we can learn together! Project Ideas: My park, Mt. Mitchell, has been heavily affected by logging, air pollution, invasive tree-killing bugs, and currently global warming so all of these would be especially good projects on which you could work with me. Other Comments: Students from Yancey County, McDowell County, Buncombe County, Asheville City, and Haywood County high schools are all welcome to contact me about projects. If you live somewhere else, let me know where it is and I'll determine whether or not I'd be able to semi- regularly get out to your neck of the woods. Meeting at Mt Mitchell State Park off Highway 128 and the Blue Ridge Parkway is always an option as well. ~Matt Diane Silver Extension Agent, Watershed Coordinator, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover St. Hendersonville NC 28792 828 697 4891 diane_silver "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, raingardens, created wetlands, rainbarrels, stream bank stabilization Project Ideas: 1) Identify an eroding streambank and convince the landowner to work with Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension to have it fixed under our Stream Dr. Program; then work with a landscape professional under that program to help do the work. 2) Identify a location for a raingarden and plan, design, and install it, with mentoring from Henderson Co. Extension. Several scouts have done similar projects for Gold Star awards. Other Comments: Students from Henderson, Transylvania, Buncombe, Madison, and Haywood counties are welcome, but PROJECTS need to take place in Henderson Co. However, I may be able to refer a student in other counties to another Extension agent if they have a good project idea. return to map Henderson Clifford Ruth Extension Area Agent, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover Street Hendersonville NC 28792 828-697-4891 Cliff_Ruth "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Riparian Plants, Landscaping, Plant Identification, Soils and Plant Nutrition, Rain Gardens, Invasive species Diane Silver Extension Agent, Watershed Coordinator, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover St. Hendersonville NC 28792 828 697 4891 diane_silver "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, raingardens, created wetlands, rainbarrels, stream bank stabilization Project Ideas: 1) Identify an eroding streambank and convince the landowner to work with Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension to have it fixed under our Stream Dr. Program; then work with a landscape professional under that program to help do the work. 2) Identify a location for a raingarden and plan, design, and install it, with mentoring from Henderson Co. Extension. Several scouts have done similar projects for Gold Star awards. Other Comments: Students from Henderson, Transylvania, Buncombe, Madison, and Haywood counties are welcome, but PROJECTS need to take place in Henderson Co. However, I may be able to refer a student in other counties to another Extension agent if they have a good project idea. return to map Hertford No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Hoke Sean Boyles Hydrogeologist, NC Division of Waste Management - Superfund Section 225 Green Street, Ste. 714 Fayetteville NC 28301 910.433.3345 Sean.Boyles "at" ncdenr.gov http://wastenotnc.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Groundwater hydrology and geology Project Ideas: Possible project ideas would include: GPS and GIS mapping projects involving water wells; water quality monitoring studies and resource evaluation studies. Other Comments: Although I work in Cumberland County, I'm a resident of Red Springs in Robeson County and could mentor a student in either county or in closeby parts of Hoke County. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Hyde No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Iredell Kelly Hoke District Interpretation & Education Specialist, NC State Parks 159 Inland Sea Ln Troutman NC 28658 704-528-6514 kelly.hoke "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Invasive Species management, water quality, and environmental education. Project Ideas: Invasive Species management, water quality, and environmental education, Zahid Khan Regional Engineer, NC Division of Land Resources - Land Quality 610 East Center Ave. Suite 301 Mooresville NC 28117 704-663-1699 zahid.khan "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.dlr.enr.state.nc.us/pages/landqualitysection.html Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Erosion and Sediment Control, Adequate Erosion Control measures, borrow and waste material, Mining of natural mineral resorces and safe Dam to reduce the risk of failure of dams. Project Ideas: Any of these three programs, Dam safety, Erosion and Sediment control and any type of mining. Paul Joseph Chappin Environmental Specialist, NC Division of Air Quality 704-663-1699 paul.chappin "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncair.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Have expertise in air pollution monitoring (PM2.5, PM10, TSP, TEOM, Speciated PM2.5, Ozone, Radon, HC, NO, NOX, SO2, Met, mobile sources, stage 1 and 2 vapor recovery systems). Also have an interest in Limnology (study of inland waters). Kelly E Cooke Park Ranger, Lake Norman State Park 159 Inland Sea Dr Troutman NC 28166 (704) 528-6350 kelly.cooke "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Invasive species, Species surveys (aquatic invertebrates, butterflies, plants, birds), watershed issues, and astronomy. Project Ideas: Specific project ideas: 1. We have many areas with populations of invasive plants (chinese privet, kudzu, multiflora rose, etc). Control/eradication of of some of these populations would require an ongoing commitment by an individual or group. 2. I would like to do initial surveys or update information that we have for the park regarding aquatic invertebrates, butterflies, and birds. return to map Jackson No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Johnston Michael Huffman Forest Supervisor, Clemmons Educational State Forest 2411 Old US 70 West Clayton NC 27520 919-553-5651 ClemmonsESF.DFR "at" ncdenr.gov ncesf.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Forestry, natural resource management. environmental ed.; etc Project Ideas: it varies from time of year, students should call to discuss their interests and possible projects Susan Woodard Information Education Specialist, Johnston Soil & Water Conservation District 2736 NC Hwy. 210 Smithfield NC 27577 919-934-7156 ext.3 susan.woodard "at" nc.nacdnet.net www.johnstonnc.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Soils, water quality, water quantity, land use, forestry, stormwater, wetlands, litter clean-ups, groundwater, farmland protection, natural areas, endangered species, invasive species Project Ideas: beautification projects, litter clean-ups, wildlife habitat enhancement, water quality monitoring, storm drain stenciling, forestry plantings Ann Weaver Art Teacher Glendale Kenly Elementary School annweaver "at" johnston.k12.nc.us Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: butterfly/caterpillar habitat development Project Ideas: Milkweed plots for Monarch caterpillars Other Comments: I can also mentor in art education Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Jones No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Lee Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Lenoir No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Lincoln No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Macon No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Madison Erika Schneider Outreach Coordinator, Sundance Power Sytems, Inc 925 Beauty Spot Cove Road Mars Hill NC 28754 828 645-2080 erika "at" sundancepower.com www.sundancepower.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Renewable Energy Technologies- Solar, Wind, and Micro-hydro. Diane Silver Extension Agent, Watershed Coordinator, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover St. Hendersonville NC 28792 828 697 4891 diane_silver "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, raingardens, created wetlands, rainbarrels, stream bank stabilization Project Ideas: 1) Identify an eroding streambank and convince the landowner to work with Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension to have it fixed under our Stream Dr. Program; then work with a landscape professional under that program to help do the work. 2) Identify a location for a raingarden and plan, design, and install it, with mentoring from Henderson Co. Extension. Several scouts have done similar projects for Gold Star awards. Other Comments: Students from Henderson, Transylvania, Buncombe, Madison, and Haywood counties are welcome, but PROJECTS need to take place in Henderson Co. However, I may be able to refer a student in other counties to another Extension agent if they have a good project idea. return to map Martin No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map McDowell Susan Ashley Park Ranger, Lake James State Park P.O. Box 340 Nebo NC 28761 (828) 652-5047 susan.r.ashley "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Matt Mutel Park Ranger, Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State Highway 128 Burnsville NC 287814 319-321-4692 matt.mutel "at" ncdenr.gov h ttp://www.ncsparks.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Biology, Geology, Ecology, Global Warming, and anything else you are interested in, student; we can learn together! Project Ideas: My park, Mt. Mitchell, has been heavily affected by logging, air pollution, invasive tree-killing bugs, and currently global warming so all of these would be especially good projects on which you could work with me. Other Comments: Students from Yancey County, McDowell County, Buncombe County, Asheville City, and Haywood County high schools are all welcome to contact me about projects. If you live somewhere else, let me know where it is and I'll determine whether or not I'd be able to semi- regularly get out to your neck of the woods. Meeting at Mt Mitchell State Park off Highway 128 and the Blue Ridge Parkway is always an option as well. ~Matt return to map Mecklenburg Nicki Dardinger Director of Education, Carolina Raptor Center 6000 Sample Road Huntersville NC 28078 704-875-6521 ext. 110 ndardinger "at" carolinaraptorcenter.org www.carolinaraptorcenter.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Raptors, environmental education Project Ideas: Interpretive signs for nature trail, native plant gardens, public environmental education programming, school programs Steve Hall Science Teacher, JM Alexander Middle School 12201 Hambright Rd Huntersville NC 28078 704-239-0491 stevea.hall "at" cms.k12.nc.us or steveav8 "at" aol.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Earth Science (high school certification), Hydrology, Ecosytems, Estuaries, Invasive species, Erosion, Carolina Raptor Center: use of Parks, South Mountains State Park Ambassador, Environmental Educator Member Project Ideas: Any projects on Hydrology issues and Invasive Species Gail Lemiec Environmental Educator, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation 6211 Sample Road Huntersville NC 28078 704-875-1391 gail.lemiec "at" mecklenburgcountync.gov www.parkandrec.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: environmental education, macroinvertebrates, birds of prey Steve Houser, Jr. Talent Development Teacher and Outdoor Learning Coordinator, Providence Spring Elementary School 10045 Providence Church Lane Charlotte NC 28277 s.houser "at" cms.k12.nc.us Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: outdoor education in all curricular areas experiential learning in the outdoors environmental education wildlife study and census work (our school maintains a 12 acre outdoor learning area and wildlife preserve) Alli Rogers Resident Bird Curator, Carolina Raptor Center 6000 Sample Rd Huntersville NC 28078 ARogers "at" carolinaraptorcenter.org www.carolinaraptorcenter.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Raptors in captivity, both for rehabilitation and permanent life in capitivity. return to map Mitchell Heather Dawes Executive Director, EnergyXchange 66 EnergyXchange Dr. Burnsville NC 28714 828.675.5541 dawes "at" energyxchange.org www.energyxchange.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Landfill gas collection and use, and related air quality issues. Propagation and cultivation of native carolina mountain species. Project Ideas: Perform resource surveys in the County to identify and quantify local reuseable energy sources for generating heat. return to map Montgomery Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Moore Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Nash No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map New Hanover Aimee Sloan 4-H Agent, NC Cooperative Extension 6206 Oleander Drive Wilmington NC 28403 910 798-7660 aimee_allen "at" ncsu.edu http://newhanover.ces.ncsu.edu Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Coastal environment, Sea turtle, gardening and invasive species especially aquatics. Project Ideas: Coastal environment, Sea turtle, gardening and invasive species especially aquatics. The value of sea turtles and what is being done to protect them. Why we care about invasive aquatic plant species and ways they are being eradicated. How to engage younger children in their natural world. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher Peggy Sloan, Education Curator (main contact) 900 Loggerhead Rd. Kure Beach NC 28449 Peggy.Sloan "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncaquariums.com Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Marine conservation, marine species, marine and fresh water ecosystems, aquatic resources. Project Ideas: Students are expected to submit project ideas for discussion/adaptation with a mentor. Past projects include: sea turtle conservation, ocean pollution, marine biofouling, coral reef conservation, phytoplankton monitoring. Other Comments: Students must submit a senior project application, available electronically, and must follow specific guidelines for acceptance in the Aquarium's mentoring program. return to map Northampton No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Onslow JP McCann Executive Director, Sturgeon City P.O. Box 1056 Jacksonville NC 28541 (910) 938-6452 jpmccann "at" sturgeoncity.org sturgeoncity.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Civic & Environmental Education, Stormwater runoff, invasive species, visitor use of parks, water resources/ water quality, aquaculture. mariculture, husbandry skills Project Ideas: We have ongoing projects and funding available for specific projects. Please call or e-mail to see how you can get involved. Thank you. Diana Rashash Area Specialized Agent-Natural Resources, NC Cooperative Extension 4024 Richlands Hwy. Jacksonville NC 28540 910-455-5873 diana_rashash@ncsu.edu http://onslow.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Have an ongoing water quality monitoring project in Onslow with 27 surface water sites. Also have aquatic invasive weed control project. Most recently, we have been gathering information about sinkhole activity in Onslow. Project Ideas: Impact of shade on: stormwater runoff and receiving water temperature & dissolved oxygen, Water conservation, Energy conservation return to map Orange Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Christopher Ammon Park Ranger, Eno River State Park 6101 Cole Mill Road Durham NC 27705 919-383-1686 christopher.ammon "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/enri/main.php Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Eno River State Park has a park ranger staff of 6 with various backgrounds and interests. The park protects 4,200 acres of land and 15 miles of river, and has annual visitation of nearly 300,000. There are numerous recreational experiences offered, including: 30 miles of hiking trails, multiple paddling accesses, 3 backcountry camping areas, 2 picnic areas, and plenty of opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic photography. The park supports a wide range of environmental education and interpretive programs, focusing on the rich natural and cultural history of the Eno River Valley. Project Ideas: Please call the park if you have a specific project in mind. Terry Hackett Water Resource Officer, Orange County Erosion Control 306-F Revere Road Hillsborough NC 27278 thackett "at" co.orange.nc.us http://www.co.orange.nc.us/planning/erosion.asp Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, riparian buffers, forest resources, water resources, erosion control Project Ideas: rain gardens, stream monitoring, riparian buffer restoration/reforestation return to map Pamlico No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Pasquotank No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Pender No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Perquimans No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Person Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Pitt Melissa Myers Environmental Education Coordinator, Weyerhaeuser's Cool Springs Environmental Education Center 2506 Jefferson Dr Greenville NC 27858 252.514.3533 info "at" coolsprings.org www.coolsprings.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Water Quality, Reptile and Amphibian Conservation, Forestry/logging history/Long Leaf Pine ecosystem, Comparing species diversity/distribution in varying habitats, birds Project Ideas: 1. Water Quality : comparing different sites/habitats 2. Comparing reptile and amphibian populations/diversity across different habitat types return to map Polk No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Randolph Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Richmond Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Robeson Sean Boyles Hydrogeologist, NC Division of Waste Management - Superfund Section 225 Green Street, Ste. 714 Fayetteville NC 28301 910.433.3345 Sean.Boyles "at" ncdenr.gov http://wastenotnc.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Groundwater hydrology and geology Project Ideas: Possible project ideas would include: GPS and GIS mapping projects involving water wells; water quality monitoring studies and resource evaluation studies. Other Comments: Although I work in Cumberland County, I'm a resident of Red Springs in Robeson County and could mentor a student in either county or in closeby parts of Hoke County. Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Rockingham Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Rowan Bob Pendergrass Nature Center Supervisor, Rowan County Parks and Recreation 6800 Bringle Ferry Road Salisbury NC 28146 bobpend "at" co.rowan.nc.us www.dannicholas.net Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Birds, trees, herps, litter, visitor use of parks, wildlife, raptors Project Ideas: Litter cleanup, designing park informational brochures, Earth Day programming, etc Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Rutherford Jennifer Beck Watershed Coordinator Upper Broad River Watershed Protection Program P.O. Box 255 Lake Lure NC 28746 828-625-9983 ext 123 watershed "at" carolinamountain.org www.upperbroadriver.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Mountain Region: Water quality, erosion control BMPs, conservation easements Coastal Region: Salt marsh grass restoration Robin Proctor Environmental Chemist, NC Division of Waste Management - Hazardous Waste Section roberta.proctor "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.wastenotnc.org/ Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: hazardous waste, soil contamination, toxic effects, hazardous site clean up return to map Sampson Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Scotland Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Stanly Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Stokes Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Surry No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Swain No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Transylvania Diane Silver Extension Agent, Watershed Coordinator, NC Cooperative Extension 740 Glover St. Hendersonville NC 28792 828 697 4891 diane_silver "at" ncsu.edu http://henderson.ces.ncsu.edu/ Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: stormwater runoff, raingardens, created wetlands, rainbarrels, stream bank stabilization Project Ideas: 1) Identify an eroding streambank and convince the landowner to work with Henderson Co. Cooperative Extension to have it fixed under our Stream Dr. Program; then work with a landscape professional under that program to help do the work. 2) Identify a location for a raingarden and plan, design, and install it, with mentoring from Henderson Co. Extension. Several scouts have done similar projects for Gold Star awards. Other Comments: Students from Henderson, Transylvania, Buncombe, Madison, and Haywood counties are welcome, but PROJECTS need to take place in Henderson Co. However, I may be able to refer a student in other counties to another Extension agent if they have a good project idea. return to map Tyrrell Chase Luker Program Director, Eastern 4-H Center/NC State University 100 N. Clover Way Columbia NC 27925 chase_luker "at" ncsu.edu www.eastern4hcenter.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Timber Management, Forest Ecology, Whitetail Deer Management (QDMA), Importance of Summer Camp experience return to map Union Anne Marie Radke Principal, Piedmont Middle School 2816 Sikes Mill Rd Monroe NC 28110 704-753-2840 anne.radke "at" ucps.k12.nc.us http://pdms.ucps.k12.nc.us Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Invasive species, NWF backyard and schoolyard habitats, recycling, composting, birds, hunter safety classes Project Ideas: Invasive species, NWF backyard and schoolyard habitats, recycling, composting, birds, hunter safety certification Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. return to map Vance Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Pat Bello Environmental Chemist/Senior Consultant, NC Division of Air Quality pat.bello "at" ncdenr.gov http://ncair.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: DAQ Environmental Chemist, Ambient air specialist, Water lab analyst, Previous certified Waste water technician Project Ideas: Air monitoring return to map Wake Joseph Roise Professor of Forestry and Operations Research, North Carolina State University NC Division of Water Quality - Construction Grants & Loans Box 8008 Raleigh NC 28795 919-515-7783 joe_roise "at" ncsu.edu http://cnr.ncsu.edu/for/index.html Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Biomass Fuels, Ecological Restoration and Hazardous fuels. My area of expertise is forestry, and as such, it covers many different areas. My specific area of expertise is nonlinear mathematical programming as applied to the spatial distribution and time dynamics of habitats for strategic management purposes. Project Ideas: Conversion of biomass to bio-oils. Zi-Qiang Chen Ph.D., Environmental Engineer NC Division of Water Quality - Construction Grants & Loans 2728 Capital Blvd., Rm 1F114 Raleigh NC 27604 zi-qiang.chen "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: surface water quality, wastewater engineering, coastal and sedimentary geology, long-term monitoring data analysis and forcasting... Project Ideas: I am doing one with NCSU's EnvironMentors Program on the decadal water quality change in the Falls Lake, NC Kelley Dennings Education and Outreach Project Manager NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance 1639 MSC Raleigh NC 27699 kelley.dennings "at" ncdenr.gov www.p2pays.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: recycling and solid waste Project Ideas: communications, marketing, games, ads, web sites Rick Bolich Hydrogeologist, NC Division of Water Quality - Aquifer Protection Section 2728 Capital Blvd. Raleigh NC 27604 919-715-6180 rick.bolich "at" ncdenr.gov Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: groundwater resources, groundwater-surface water interactions, geology. Project Ideas: We have on-going research station projects in many parts of the state including Wake Co. Depending on the student's interest and ability, student projects could involve collection and analysis of their own data from NCDENR research stations. Richard Thorp Environmental Biologist, NC Division of Water Quality richard.thorp "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncwaterquality.org/esb/BAU.html Prefer communication by:Email Areas of Expertise: stream biology, aquatic insect identification, aquatic community ecology, aquatic eco-toxicology, surface water quality Other Comments: I am particularly interested in working with a student that is interested in stream ecology and/or entomology Cyndi Karoly Environmental Supervisor, NC Division of Water Quality - Wetlands Unit 2321 Crabtree Blvd. Raleigh NC 27539 919-733-9721 Cyndi.Karoly "at" ncdenr.gov http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/ Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: wetland and stream ecology,hydrology, stormwater treatment, wetlands policy, buffer rules Project Ideas: Through exposure to the permitting programs we administer, a student could gain some understanding of the business end of natural resource protection, namely, the conflicts and collaborations with the regulated community. Donnie Redmond Environmental Engineer, NC Division of Air Quality 1641 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27699-1641 919-733-1481 donnie.redmond "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncair.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: air pollution, climate change Brad Mauro 5th grade teacher, Aversboro Elementary 7128 Partinwood Drive Fuquay Varina NC 27526 919-552-8744 damauro "at" nc.rr.com Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Backyard wildlife habitats Project Ideas: It might be interesting to have a student create different areas within the existing certified backyard wildlife habitat, in an attempt to discover how the different areas work to attract different types of life forms such as insects, birds, etc. Ryan Powell Recycling Education & Outreach Coordinator, North Carolina State University NCSU; Campus Box 7516 Raleigh NC 27695 919-515-9881 ryan_powell "at" ncsu.edu http://www.ncsu.edu/facilities/recycling/ Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Recycling, Solid Waste Management, Sustainable Development Brian Rosa Organic Recycling Specialist, NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance 1639 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27699- 919-715-6524 brian.rosa "at" ncdenr.gov www.p2pays.org/compost Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Organic waste diversion (food waste, wood, yard waste)Composting,food diverted to feed hungry people, Vermi-composting (worm composting) small scale to large scale) Project Ideas: Analyis the organic waste being generated in the school, options to divert, on-site composting of the organic waste stream. Ian McMillan 401 Coordinator, NC Division of Water Quality 2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250 Raleigh NC 27604 919-715-4631 ian.mcmillan "at" ncdenr.gov http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ Prefer communication by: Phone Areas of Expertise: Streams, wetlands, GIS, stormwater Cam McNutt Tech Support Analyst, NC Division of Water Quality 512 North Salisbury Raliegh NC 27604 919-733-5083-x575 cam.mcnutt "at" ncdenr.gov http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: water quality monitoring and assessment GIS and data managment related to water quality Project Ideas: Relating population growth to water quality impacts Zakiya Leggett Sustainability Scientist, Weyerhaeuser Company 4325 Lake Boone Trl Raleigh NC 27607-7509 252-474-3710 zakiya.leggett "at" weyerhaeuser.com www.weyerhaeuser.com Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Soil science Forest resources Environmental science Sustainability issues Ecology Project Ideas: Soil sustainability Brian Bockhahn Park Ranger II, Falls Lake State Recreation Area 13304 Creedmoor Road Wake Forest NC 27587 919-676-1027 Brian.Bockhahn "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncsparks.net Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Backyard habitat projects and wildlife gardening Resource Management and monitoring programs Invasive species Environmental Education Wildlife: mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, butterflies, dragonflies and other insect groups. Project Ideas: Numerous resource management projects Ongoing monitoring programs Invasive species removal projects Educational programs and materials Wildlife habitat projects: nest boxes, landscape features, etc. John Dorney Environmental Supervisor, NC Division of Water Quality 2321 Crabtree Blvd Raleigh NC 27604 919-733-9646 john.dorney "at" ncdenr.gov h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Wetlands and stream ecology and permitting Plant ecology (especially wetland plants) Sarah Palmer Academically Gifted Specialist, Wiley Elementary International Magnet School 301 Saint Mary's Street Raleigh NC 27605 mushiko_99 "at" yahoo.com Prefer communication by:Email Areas of Expertise: natural learning garden plant facts and care pond maintenance insect habitat development curriculum development Rebekah Baker Environmental Education Program Asst., Wake County Solid Waste rebekah.baker "at" co.wake.nc.us http://www.wakegov.com/recycling/schools/default.htm Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Recycling, Solid Waste, Policy and Laws Project Ideas: I work closely with a county recycling program aimed at elementary through high school students. I would be most able to use those resources to help a student. I also have a more indepth knowledge of environmental research and policy. Colleen Bockhahn Assistant Park Manager, Lake Crabtree County Park 1400 Aviation Parkway Morrisville NC 27560 919-460-2723 colleen.bockhahn "at" co.wake.nc.us www.wakegov.com/parks/lakecrabtree Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: birds, stream studies, herps, other wildlife and natural resources projects Project Ideas: wood duck box monitoring project, park history research, stream study (macroinvertebrates), developing resource library database for park Shelby Gull Laird It's Our Water Coordinator, NC Division of Water Resources 1611 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27699 919-673-7763 shelby.gull "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncwater.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Watershed Assessment, Water Quality Testing, Water Resources, GIS, GPS, Geology Stephanie Bohr Curator of Special Populations, NC Museum of Natural Sciences 11 West Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601 919-733-7450 ext. 525 Stephanie.Bohr "at" ncdenr.gov www.naturalsciences.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: invasive species, dinosaurs, tree identification, snakes, captive breeding programs for endangered species Sabrina Thompson Park Naturalist Bass Lake Park and Retreat Center P.O. Box 8, 900 Bass Lake Road Holly Springs NC 27540 919-557-2496 sabrina.thompson "at" hollyspringsnc.us www.hollyspringsnc.us Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Forestry, Soil and Water Conservation, Water and Wastewater Treatment, and Native Plants and Native Medicinal Herbs. Bianca M. Howard Education Specialist, City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services P.O. Box 590 Raleigh NC 27603 bianca.howard "at" ci.raleigh.nc.us www.raleighnc.gov/solidwaste Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Composting, vermicomposting, food waste management, recycling, recycling education Project Ideas: Designing and implementing education strategies to improve recycling participation in southeast Raleigh; surveying compost bin purchasers about home composting practices Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Adrienne Evans Teacher, Middle Creek High School 123 Middle Creek Park Ave. Apex NC 27539 919-773-3838 aevans "at" wcpss.net http://middlecreekhs.wcpss.net/ Prefer communication by: Phone Areas of Expertise: I am a physics teacher with a strong concern for the well-being of our planet. I am also trained as an AP Environmental science teacher. Project Ideas: Global warming and energy use. Dr. Robert I. Bruck Alumni Distinguished Professor, NC State University Campus Box 7106 Raleigh NC 27695-7106 919-515-2086 bob_bruck@ncsu.edu http://www.ncsu.edu Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Air Pollution effects to Forests, Biodiversity issues Richard R. Braham Professor of Forestry, N. C. State University Campus Box 8002 Raleigh NC 27695-8002 919-515-7568 Richard_Braham@ncsu.edu http://cnr.ncsu.edu/for/ Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: My speciality is dendrology (woody plant taxonomy and biology), but I also have expertise in rare species, and forest communities. Lisa Gatens Curator of Mammals, NC Museum of Natural Sciences 11 W. Jones St, Raleigh NC 27601 919-733-7450 x727 lisa.gatens@ncdenr.gov www.naturalsciences.org Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: My work is with small terrestrial mammals (mice, shrews, voles) and bats. The work I do includes systematics studies, biogeography, and a little with toxicology and bats. Monitoring projects would include periodic live trapping of small mammals at a particular site. Project Ideas: Access to the scientific research collection that I curate would permit a student an opportunity to conduct a study on the change in species composition of a particular area over time (biodiversity study). This would primarily be a collections based study (can explain what this means and would entail), with supplemental field surveys as necessary. Other Comments: Because of the nature of the field work I do, students would need to have pre-exposure rabies and current tetanus shots in order to handle live mammals. I would be willing to work with a teacher to help establish a mammal related research project appropriate for a high school student. I would love the opportunity to work with students interested in my line of work. It is fun and challenging, and for the most part, not something that the general public is aware of. Becky Holmes North District Interpretation and Education Specialist, North Carolina State Parks 12700 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh NC 27614 919-841-4060 becky.holmes@ncdenr.gov http://ncparks.gov Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: I have worked with black bears in Minnesota. I have developed education programs for almost any audience imaginable. I have some experience with water quality monitoring and small mammal population surveys. Project Ideas: Education Program Development, Advertising to Schools, Stream Quality Monitoring, Lightning Bug Monitoring, Backyard Bird Count with school groups Laura Jeffreys Earth/Environmental Science teacher, Athens Drive High School Raleigh, NC ljeffreys@wcpss.net Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: I am a high school teacher interested in many earth and environmental science topics. Other Comments: I can also answer most general Grad Project questions as I am a teacher and serve on my school's Grad Project Committee. Good luck on your project! return to map Warren Environmental Resource Program, UNC Institute for the Environment Neasha Graves (main contact) (919) 966-3746 neasha_graves "at" unc.edu http://www.ie.unc.edu/erp/index.cfm Prefer communication by: Phone or Email Areas of Expertise: With the resources available at the University, we are able to link students to the research of world-renowned scientists who are conducting investigations into a range of environmental topics including: Asthma, Allergies, and Air Pollution; Breast Cancer, Genes and the Environment; Children’s Environmental Health; Climate Change; Hazardous waste clean-up; Lead Poisoning Prevention; Nutrition; Obesity; Skin Cancer and Sun Safety; Sustainability; Toxicology; Water Quality Other Comments: The Environmental Resource Program (ERP) is the outreach and public service unit of the Institute for the Environment at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The ERP was established in 1985 to link the environmental resources of the university with the citizens of North Carolina. ERP's mission is to promote environmental stewardship and public health through education, research, and community service. ERP welcomes the opportunity to work with high school students in the development of their Graduation Projects. Pat Bello Environmental Chemist/Senior Consultant, NC Division of Air Quality pat.bello "at" ncdenr.gov http://ncair.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: DAQ Environmental Chemist, Ambient air specialist, Water lab analyst, Previous certified Waste water technician Project Ideas: Air monitoring return to map Washington No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Watauga No mentors listed at this time. Please check a neighboring county. return to map Wayne Gene Peacock East District Interpretation and Education Specialist, North Carolina State Parks Cliffs of the Neuse State Park, 345B Park Entrance Rd. Seven Springs NC 28578 919-778-9488 gene.peacock "at" ncdenr.gov http://www.ncparks.gov Prefer communication by: Phone Areas of Expertise: I am the coordinator for education programs and exhibits for 9 state parks and preserves. I work with a variety of resources found in our state parks including environmental awareness, flora and fauna and conservation. In addition, I have previous experience in archaeology and wildlife conservation. return to map Wilkes Megan Caudill 4-H Program Assistant, North Carolina Cooperative Extension 201 A Curtis Bridge Rd, Wilkesboro NC 28651 megan_caudill@ncsu.edu Prefer Communication By: Email Teresa Ford Executive Director Of WKS Dam & Reservoir, Friends of WKS Lake 499 Reservoir Road, Wilkesboro NC 28697 336-921-3390 wkerrscott1@yahoo.com Prefer Communication By: Email Areas of Expertise: Project working on now is an Environmental Education Center from ground up, with many other projects. return to map Wilson Cyndi Lauderdale Executive Director, Wilson Botanical Gardens 1806 SW Goldsboro St. Wilson NC 27893 252.237.0113 cynthia_lauderdale "at" ncsu.edu http://www.wilson-co.com/arboretum.html Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: horticulture including native plants Project Ideas: We are interested in installing a rain garden and a bog garden. Depending on funding this may be the project the student could work on. return to map Yadkin Amanda Lanier Project Development Assistant, Catawba College Center for the Environment 704-637-4295 alhooker "at" catawba.edu www.centerfortheenvironment.com Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Clean Air, Resource Management and Ecology, Soil Science, Water Resources Project Ideas: Environemntal Education projects, Nature preserve return to map Yancey Matt Mutel Park Ranger, Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State Highway 128 Burnsville NC 287814 319-321-4692 matt.mutel "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncparks.gov Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Biology, Geology, Ecology, Global Warming, and anything else you are interested in, student; we can learn together! Project Ideas: My park, Mt. Mitchell, has been heavily affected by logging, air pollution, invasive tree-killing bugs, and currently global warming so all of these would be especially good projects on which you could work with me. Other Comments: Students from Yancey County, McDowell County, Buncombe County, Asheville City, and Haywood County high schools are all welcome to contact me about projects. If you live somewhere else, let me know where it is and I'll determine whether or not I'd be able to semi-regularly get out to your neck of the woods. Meeting at Mt Mitchell State Park off Highway 128 and the Blue Ridge Parkway is always an option as well. ~Matt Bryan Wilder Park Ranger I, Mount Mitchell State Park 2388 State HWY 128 Burnsville, NC 28714 828-675-4611 charles.wilder "at" ncdenr.gov www.ncparks.gov Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: water quality monitoring, stormwater runoff, erosion & sediment control, agriculture bmp's, wildlife habitat, visitor use of parks. Heather Dawes Executive Director, EnergyXchange 66 EnergyXchange Dr. Burnsville NC 28714 828.675.5541 dawes "at" energyxchange.org www.energyxchange.org Prefer communication by: Email Areas of Expertise: Landfill gas collection and use, and related air quality issues. Propagation and cultivation of native carolina mountain species. Project Ideas: Perform resource surveys in the County to identify and quantify local reuseable energy sources for generating heat. return to map

My Settings My Account My Organizations

Component Core

Part of the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources.