Credentials
& Experience

30+ Years of Leadership
Guiding communities and individuals through growth, learning, and transformation


Transformational Wilderness Guide & Empowerment Coach
School of Lost Borders
– Big Pine, CA / 2019
National Board Certified Teacher
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
– National, U.S. | 2006–2016Master’s Degree in Teaching
University of Washington
– Seattle, WA | 2002Bachelor of Arts in Adventure Education
Prescott College
– Prescott, AZ | 2000General Studies
Western Washington University
– Bellingham, WA | 1993–1994Founder & Educator
Evergreen Holistic Coaching &
Susan Elizabeth – The Treehouse Art StudioDirector & Steering Committee Lead
Washougal Studio ArtistsMount St. Helens Institute: Volunteer & Artist in Residence
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic MonumentPartner
Lower Columbia Nature NetworkCommunity Engagement & Sponsorship Coordinator
Empty Bowls CamasArts Commission: Position 9
City of WashougalBoard Member
Educational and environmental nonprofit organizationsRecreation Planner & Facilitator
Community-based programsCurriculum Developer & Trainer
Youth and adult learningPublic School Educator
Nonprofit Event Facilitator
Youth Empowerment Coach & Guide
Adventure Education Guide & Curriculum Designer
Educational Trainer