Farm Hands
Kayley graduated from Widener University with a degree in accounting. However, after spending three years working full-time on horse farms, she decided to return to school to pursue what she’s truly passionate about. Kayley went to Penn State for environmental conservation before landing at Rushton. Off the farm, she loves horseback riding, hanging with friends, or spending time with her cat, Fellow.
Rabia Jones is a part-time farm hand at Rushton Farm. She is also a Clinical Herbalist, teaching workshops, seeing clients and crafting herbal products when she’s not on the farm. She loves to be outside, and is passionate about the intersection between plants & people. In her free time, she loves to read, cook, garden & hike.
Stewardship Intern
Ian Salisbury is a recent graduate of West Chester University with a degree in Ecology and Conservation. He was interested in wildlife before he could walk or talk and hopes to spend his life working in land restoration to make sure that our beautiful wild ecosystems are there to inspire generations to come. When he’s not working at one of the preserves, you can find him birding, engaging in wildlife photography, or traveling to places near and far.
Communications Intern
Claire Venanzi is a senior at Penn State University studying Advertising with certificates in Business and Digital Arts. She loves being creative and highlighting the beauty of nature. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, drawing, being outside, and spending time with friends and family. She is excited to gain essential career skills and combine them with her love of nature while working at WCT.
Watershed Co-op
Dejenae Smith is a Biology major with a minor in Data Science at Drexel University, passionate about environmental science, climate research, and ecological conservation. She has experience in fieldwork, data analysis, and environmental advocacy, with a strong focus on the intersection of science and environmental equity. As a member of honor societies and research committees, her interests include GIS, sustainability, and the effects of urbanization on biodiversity. Outside of academics, she enjoys story writing, Scrabble, and fine arts, as well as exploring topics in planetary science and weather.
Watershed Interns
Clare Walsh is a current senior at Villa Maria Academy in Malvern and is excited to pursue a career in conservation. She loves all things animals and is planning to major in wildlife ecology and conservation. When she is not outside, you will find her on the stage rehearsing for the next show! Clare will be shadowing the Watershed Team for the first two weeks in May!
Lauren Mackenzie is a senior at Conestoga High School. She is planning on attending The University of South Carolina and majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Chemistry. In her free time I do cheerleading and spending time with my family and friends! She is excited to learn more about our water and the many different things we can study about it while she shadows the Watershed Team in the month of May!
