Rebecca Andrews
About Rebecca Andrews
Rebecca Andrews serves as the Kensington Farm Center Interpreter at Huron-Clinton Metroparks, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in natural resources management and has held various roles in sales, restoration, and education.
Work at Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority
Rebecca Andrews has been employed at Huron-Clinton Metroparks as a Kensington Farm Center Interpreter since 2016. In this role, she designs and implements special educational programs that engage the public. She also plays a significant role in training new employees at the Kensington Farm Center, contributing to the development of staff and enhancing the visitor experience.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Andrews holds an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Oakland Community College, which she completed from 2008 to 2011. She furthered her education at Grand Valley State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management between 2010 and 2013. This educational background supports her work in environmental education and public engagement.
Background
Rebecca Andrews has a diverse professional background. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Sales Associate at Menards from 2011 to 2013. She also served as a Restoration Field Technician at Cardno for ten months in 2015-2016, and held internships with the City of Ann Arbor and The Great Basin Institute in 2014. Her experiences have provided her with a broad skill set applicable to her current work.
Achievements in Bird Education
In addition to her role at Huron-Clinton Metroparks, Rebecca Andrews has been a Backyard Birdfeeding Specialist at Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc. since 2017. She focuses on promoting bird feeding and bird watching through educational initiatives. She educates the public on local bird activity and provides methods for attracting birds to their yards, enhancing community engagement with nature.