Executive Director Rose is an Ozark native and has also lived in NY, France, TN, and VA. In Virginia, she worked for several environmental nonprofits, including StreamWatch and The Nature Conservancy. Since returning to NWA in 2018, Rose has worked for Crystal Bridges Museum and co-founded a forest school. In her spare time, Rose spends time with her family, hikes, makes art, and gives presentations about sustainability.

Programs and Communications Manager Jill graduated from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Elementary Education and from the University of Arkansas with a Master’s in Education. Jill is originally from a rural area in central Kansas but currently lives in Huntsville. Jill loves Llamas, alpacas, coffee, music, and all things Oklahoma State.

Hospitality and Kitchen Manager Hanna is originally from west Texas but has lived in Arkansas since 2019. She graduated with a BA in studio art from Ouachita Baptist University and continues to create art inspired by the natural beauty of the Ozarks. Hanna came to ONSC with a love of nature, cooking, and a knack for folding fitted sheets. In her free time she enjoys visiting local art galleries, reading, and hiking.

Lead Teacher Naturalist Chloe grew up in the Ouachita Mountains before moving up north to the Ozark Plateaus. They graduated with a Bachelor’s of Biological Engineering with minors in Sustainability and Environmental Engineering from the University of Arkansas. Chloe loves to learn new creative skills and to be outdoors exploring and learning about nature.