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Meet The Team: Ruby Miller - Learning Officer

Meet The Team: Ruby Miller - Learning Officer

This April, we're excited to sit down with Ruby Miller, our incredible Learning Officer at WWT Washington! Ruby joined our team a year ago, combining her passion for environmental education with her love for birds (she's a self-proclaimed bird nerd!). In this Q&A, Ruby shares the joys and challenges of her role, from coordinating school visits to managing spontaneous wildlife encounters.

4 April 2025

Meet The Team: Matthew Gilbert - Reserve Placement Student

Meet The Team: Matthew Gilbert - Reserve Placement Student

At WWT Washington, our dedicated team works tirelessly to protect and enhance the reserve for wildlife and visitors alike. Behind the scenes, our Reserve Placement Students play a crucial role in conservation efforts, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field. Meet Matthew Gilbert, one of our current Reserve Placement Students. Originally from London, Matt studied Ecology and Wildlife Conservation and has gained hands-on experience across various conservation organisations in the UK. Now, he’s bringing his skills to WWT Washington, where no two days are the same!

5 March 2025

Meet The Team: Lesley Stannes - Kitchen Manager

Meet The Team: Lesley Stannes - Kitchen Manager

If you’ve ever visited WWT Washington, chances are you’ve enjoyed some of the delicious treats crafted by Lesley and her fantastic team. As our Kitchen Manager, Lesley is the heart of our catering operations, ensuring that every visitor’s experience is both tasty and memorable.

8 February 2025

Meet The Team: John Gowland - Reserve Manager

Meet The Team: John Gowland - Reserve Manager

As we kick off the new year, we’re excited to bring you the latest in our Meet the Team series. At the heart of WWT Washington is not only its stunning wetlands and diverse wildlife but also the dedicated team who care for it all. In this edition, we’re thrilled to introduce John Gowland, our Reserve Manager, whose passion for conservation and expertise in habitat management play a key role in keeping the reserve thriving.

9 January 2025

Meet The Team: Daniel Scott - Collection & Maintenance Keeper

Meet The Team: Daniel Scott - Collection & Maintenance Keeper

Have you ever wondered what goes into caring for the amazing animals and habitats here at WWT Washington Wetland Centre? From feeding and keeping a close eye on both feathered and non-feathered residents to maintaining the beautiful landscapes they call home; our Collection & Maintenance Keepers play a vital role in it all.

13 December 2024

Meet The Team: Deborah Nolan - Marketing Manager

Meet The Team: Deborah Nolan - Marketing Manager

This November, we're excited to spotlight Deborah Nolan, Marketing Manager at WWT Washington, in our ‘Meet the Team’ series.

8 November 2024

Meet The Team: Joanne Newbury - Learning Manager

Meet The Team: Joanne Newbury - Learning Manager

Join us this month as we sit down with Joanne Newbury, our Learning Manager at WWT Washington. Discover how her childhood adventures exploring nature with her grandparents and her keen eye for wildlife sparked her passion and ultimately led her to a fulfilling career at WWT Washington.

11 October 2024

Meet The Team:  Kate Ferguson - Reserve Warden

Meet The Team: Kate Ferguson - Reserve Warden

Join us as we sit down with Kate Ferguson, our Reserve Warden here at WWT Washington to get to know her better and learn more about what her day-to-day role entails.

12 September 2024