Staff
Trish Carothers - Program Director
Trish works closely with the Board of Directors to develop education and outreach programs that build support for Greenway projects and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of the Susquehanna Greenway. She is also responsible for coordinating program plans and development programs. She is a conservationist and outdoor enthusiast. Previously she was the Membership Coordinator for the Lowcountry Open Land Trust, in Charleston, SC where she managed the membership program, annual appeal, donor database, website, electronic newsletter, annual report and planned giving programs. She has experience in financial sales and marketing communications. Trish earned a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Agricultural Business Management from the University of Delaware and master’s degree in Extension Education from Penn State. Trish can be reached at 570-522-7259 or tcarothers@susquehannagreenway.org
Amy Davis- Program Assistant
Amy Davis brings a unique perspective to her work as SGP Assistant stemming from her team-oriented logistical experience in the U.S. Army and her diverse administrative responsibilities at SGP. Amy brings a strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. Since joining the SGP team in 2006, Amy's duties have grown from basic secretarial duties to those of grant administration where she plays an integral role in project development, the integration of online social media networking into project planning processes, and assistance with Board relations. In addition, Amy coordinates logistics relating to community workshops, design charrettes, and project site tours. Amy holds an Associate Degree in Marketing from McCann School of Business and a B.S in Business Management, from Central Penn College, Summerdale, PA. Amy enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and coaching AYSO Soccer. Amy can be reached at 570-522-7232 or adavis@susquehannagreenway.org
Bridget Kane-Communications & Outreach Coordinator
Bridget Kane has recently joined the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership as the Communications & Outreach Coordinator. She holds a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Florida and an M.S. in Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development from the University of Maryland. Bridget served in the Peace Corps in Madagascar where she worked on sustainable agriculture projects, as well as, environmental outreach and education. More recently she worked for the Potomac Conservancy in the Washington, D.C. area where she managed the River Center at Lockhouse 8 along the C&O Canal, researched stormwater issues, monitored conservation easements, and assisted in development activities of the organization. She lives in Berwick and enjoys biking, paddling, hiking, and just being outdoors. Bridget can be reached at 570-522-7275 or bkane@susquehannagreenway.org
Erin Pierce-OSM/AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer
Erin is excited to spend a year of service with the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership as an Office of Surface Mining/VISTA volunteer through the Appalachian Coal Country Team. She grew up in the Ridge and Valley region of Central Pennsylvania and attended The Pennsylvania State University to study Geography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Her love for the natural world took her abroad to New Zealand where she completed courses in Hydrology and Climatology at Victoria University of Wellington. She also put her passion for geographic education to work as an intern for The National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C. Erin recently received her M.A. in Geography from Ohio University. She conducted research on the Smart Growth history of Baltimore County, MD as part of the Long-Term Ecological Research – Baltimore Ecosystem Study (LTER-BES). Erin is currently conducting light repairs to a single rowing shell and is eager to learn to scull on the Susquehanna River this spring. Erin can be reached at 570-522-7244 or epierce@susquehannagreenway.org
