I grew up in Washington State, where I developed a deep passion early on for environmental stewardship. I graduated from Cal Poly SLO with both my MSc in Environmental Sciences (2024) and Management and BS in Environmental Management and Protection (2023). Throughout my undergraduate and graduate experiences, I strengthened my technical expertise in soil science, rangeland ecology, and sustainable agriculture. Since completing my masters, I have invested time in various San Luis Obispo non-profit organizations focusing on environmental education, sustainable food systems, and community engagement. These experiences have provided me with an unconditional amount of love for the Central Coast and protecting its sacred natural resources.
I’m honored to be part of the CCSPA organization and admire their mission to support State Park interpretation, education and volunteer efforts while promoting public awareness and stewardship of our natural resources and cultural heritage. In my free time I enjoy going to the beach, spending time with my cats, and making crafts! I look forward to connecting further with the CCSPA community and learning more about our shared love of the Central Coast.
Emma McLaren – Event Coordinator Intern
Email: events@centralcoastparks.org