Sanctuary Staff
Chris Swarth, Sanctuary Director
Chris received his BS (Zoology) from Humbolt State University (Calif.), and MS (Biology) from California State University, Hayward. He's a past president of the Atlantic Estuarine Research Society and currently serves on advisory committees with Maryland's Department of Natural Resources. Chris enjoys studying and teaching about wetlands ecology and the natural history of wetland plants and animals. One of his current investigations is of eastern box turtle population ecology and habitat use.
Elaine Friebele, Education Coordinator
Elaine designs, teaches and schedules Classrooms-in-the-Field, public programs, and summer camps. She also works with volunteers on Stream Monitoring research and other projects. She received her BS in Biology and Chemistry from Salem College (N. Carolina) and her MA in Aquatic Ecology from Johns Hopkins University.
Lindsay Hollister, Naturalist & Volunteer Coordinator
Lindsay has a background in amphibian studies and marine science. A student of life, she is devoted to expanding her understanding of our natural systems and enjoys sharing her love of watery habitats with others. She received her BS in Marine Science from Millersville University (Penn.) in 2001.
Susan Matthews, Naturalist
Susan designs and teaches school, public, and summer camp programs. Susan conducted her independent graduate research project at the sanctuary studying the movements of 15 female box turtles. She enjoys teaching about the unique diversity of wildlife species found in freshwater tidal wetlands. Susan received her BA in Environmental Science and Policy from Hood College (Md) , and MS in Environmental Science and Policy from Johns Hopkins University
Jean Manganello, Office Manager
Along with keeping the office running smoothly, Jean enjoys working with the staff and volunteers on projects.
John Evans, Maintenance
John enjoys working outside, building projects, and maintaining our many boardwalks, piers, and trails.
Richard Chaney, Maintenance
Richard lives near the Sanctuary and enjoys working in the out of doors, maintaining our tractors and other equipment, and keeping the grounds looking good.