Our Year-Round Team
Eric - he/him
Founder / Wild Foods Taste Tester
Program Director / NYS DEC Guide / Archery Coach
Eric is the Program Director for The Rewilding School. He develops our programs, trains staff, and much, much more.
Eric graduated from SUNY Environmental Science magna cum laude with a B.S. in Natural History and Interpretation and minors in Environmental Writing and Rhetoric and Recreation Resources Management.
Prior to founding The Rewilding School in 2016, Eric had a decade of teaching environmental summer camps in New York, residential outdoor education in California, ancestral skills in Oregon, and teambuilding in Massachusetts and right here in Westchester. He also founded and directed the Muscoot Naturalist Summer Camp. When not out in the woods Eric enjoys cooking, swing dancing, and trying not to buy everything in used bookstores. ​
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Devyn - she/her
Administrative Director
Devyn joined The Rewilding School in Spring 2021, where she provides vital administrative support to ensure the well-being of staff and participants. She currently holds a Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing and English, alongside a minor in Professional Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. She gained valuable experience as an administrative professional in educational organizations prior to joining The Rewilding School, making her a critical asset behind the scenes. In addition to her role, Devyn also serves on the board for our co-op, guiding strategic initiatives. She currently works remotely in Florida and enjoys quality time with her family, along with outdoor activities like kayaking and camping. Devyn and her husband welcomed their first child in Spring 2023, adding to their joy and adventures.
Jessie - she/her
Forest Preschool Director/Croton Point Site Supervisor
Jessie’s naturalist passions jumpstarted in 2016 as Program Director Eric’s mentee. When we started The Rewilding School in 2017 she joined us as an instructor. Together they spearheaded most of The Rewilding School programs. Jessie combines her love of nature with her enthusiasm for teaching and is continuously inspired by the way kids and nature teach her as much as she strives to nurture them. She aspires to continue her path as an Outdoor Educator specializing in Ethnobotany, Wildlife Biology, and Child Psychology.
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Elijah - he/him
Marsh Sanctuary Site Supervisor
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Elijah’s naturalist interest came from years of participating in science research programs and field studies of super organisms. After learning about The Rewilding School through his little brother's impactful experience with nature, he knew he had to be a part of it. His great experiences with The Rewilding School have directed him towards studying psychology and childhood education in order to be the best teacher he can be. Joining the team in the summer of 2022, Elijah has been given the unofficial title of “games master” for his constant desire to keep things fun. Since joining, his favorite skills to share with students have been fishing, camouflage, friction fire, and sword fighting.
Cynthia - she/her
Admin
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Cynthia joined The Rewilding School in Spring 2025, bringing over a decade of experience in program management, student services, and organizational support. She holds a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration from Stony Brook University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from SUNY Oneonta.
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Cynthia is inspired by The Rewilding School’s mission to cultivate belonging and to create meaningful connections between nature and people for students of all ages. She enjoys creating clear organizational systems, fostering positive relationships, and supporting impactful learning experiences. Outside of work, you can find her spending time with family and friends, watching sports (Go, New York Liberty!), finding new trails and places to explore, and reading.
Gary - he/him
The Archery Guy
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Gary began meeting and working with Eric around 2017, and officially joined The Rewilding School in 2019. He grew up in the Bronx and ended up in Yonkers where his outdoor experience began. His neighbor taught him how to shoot a shotgun and handle hunting dogs. Those experiences got him into archery, fishing, camping, and hiking.
Gary teaches our traditional archery program and guides both young and old archers into this wonderful sport. Along with archery, his other interests include fishing, hiking, and camping. You’re just as likely to see him on one of our campouts as on our range. As he slows down he’s looking forward to more fly fishing. Even if there's not a bite, he gets to enjoy the outdoors.
Elena - she/her
Preschool/Seasonal Program Educator
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This will be my second Wild Summer at The Rewilding School, and I’m so excited to return! I’ve worked and volunteered with several nature-based organizations in the area, where I’ve had the chance to research, steward, and teach about our local flora and fauna. I have a special interest in ethnobotany and love inspiring the next generation to get curious (and excited!) about plants and the many ways we connect with them.