Jessica Beachy joined the GTCD in May 2011 as the Invasive Species Network (ISN) intern and is focusing on surveying and mapping invasive plant species on GTCD parklands. She recently finished a doctorate in forest science from Michigan Tech specializing in invasive insect ecology. She also holds a master of science in entomology from Virginia Tech and a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State in environmental science. Her background includes two years spent in Bulgaria as a Peace Corps volunteer working on environmental education projects and she has studied environmental issues in Central America. She made Traverse City her permanent residence in 2010 and currently teaches biology at Northwestern Michigan College during the school year.
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- Since 1941, the Grand Traverse Conservation District has served as a knowledge base for the natural resource needs of the local community. A critical, action-oriented organization, the GTCD has responded to current environmental issues with the manpower, educational and technical tools necessary to keep our forests healthy, water clean, and parklands vibrant. The District also provides exciting nature education programs for children and families. Read more...