Lisa Wool: Executive Director 

A native Delawarean, Lisa Wool grew up either playing in creeks in northern Delaware or body-surfing the waves in Rehoboth.  Lisa has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Delaware’s Agricultural College with a concentration in Wildlife Conservation, as well as minors in Animal Science and Biology.  Lisa spent the past 16 years at the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary creating and implementing innovative education and outreach projects in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.  Prior to that, she worked for Delaware Greenways, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Fish and Wildlife, as well as Parks and Recreation.  When she’s not out exploring her new home, the Nanticoke, she enjoys volunteering at local animal shelters.

lisawool@nanticokeriver.org, (410) 430-3273

 

Beth Wasden: Deputy Director

A Georgia native, Beth Wasden has resided on the Delmarva Peninsula since 2004. Beth has a B.A. in history and Russian Studies from Syracuse University. Prior to joining the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance in 2010, Beth served as an AmeriCorps Volunteer Coordinator at Fort Delaware State Park and as the Volunteer Coordinator at Pickering Creek Audubon Center. In addition to managing the Nanticoke Creekwatchers Program, Beth coordinates the Residential Plantings for People and Pollinators Program and is a Level 1 Chesapeake Bay Landscaping Professional.

bethwasden@nanticokeriver.org, (443) 944-1175

 

John Sandkuhler: Restoration Coordinator

Although raised in the suburbs of Baltimore, John spent much of his time in, on, near, or at least thinking about the bay or one of its tributaries over the years.  John became a full time Dorchester County resident in 2018 after decades of frequenting Delmarva to fish, crab, and explore.  He has a BA in psychology from Loyola University and a MS in science education from Walden University.  Experienced in teaching, landscaping, horticulture, and addressing challenges facing the bay watershed and its inhabitants, John is driven to employ a multidisciplinary approach in our work.

johnsandkuhler@nanticokeriver.org, (410) 622-3669

 

Caroline Kurtz: Outreach Coordinator

Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Caroline moved to Berlin, Maryland in 2013. Caroline has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Salisbury University. Caroline also studied Environmental Studies while in school. Prior to joining the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance, Caroline completed her studies and fell in love with the Eastern Shore. Caroline loves the outdoors, especially the beach. She is passionate about volunteering and being involved in her community.

carolinekurtz@nanticokeriver.org, (410) 443-8878

 

Shawn Temple: Environmental Coordinator

Having grown up in Salisbury, MD, Shawn Temple spent his life exploring the beaches, bays and biomes of the Eastern Shore. With a deep rooted passion for environmental stewardship, he pursued a B.S. in Energy and Environmental Policy with a minor in Wildlife Conservation and Ecology at the University of Delaware. In his spare time, Shawn enjoys relaxing outdoors, preferably near water, hanging out with family and friends, and being a favorite uncle to his nieces and nephew. After working with the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance as a Crew Leader in 2023, he was delighted to come back and join the team in their pursuit of fostering a healthy watershed for future generations.

shawntemple@nanticokeriver.org, (302) 212-0494

 

Panda: Poo-lution Reduction Specialist

A Maryland native, Panda was born and raised in Cambridge, where she developed her love for the Eastern Shore.  Panda is a retired Puppy Bowl XIX player after suffering a tough overtime loss as a member of Team Ruff in 2022.  At NWA her primary role is serving as a liaison with the canine community to ensure their caretakers pick up after them, so we all have healthy waterways to swim and fish in.  When she is not out on the river paddling (or doggie paddling), she is in the office cleaning recyclables and making sure the staff and volunteers receive the proper appreciation for their hard work.