Outer Cape Members
Margeaux Doran
Barnstable House
Hi! My name is Margeaux Doran. I am a 23-year-old from Southern Connecticut. My teenage years were spent actively engaged in the local teen center, where I learned the importance of community outreach, service, and education. I then spent my college years in Hoboken, New Jersey, the home of Frank Sinatra, to earn a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology. During my senior year of college, my group and I spent the year testing a novel filter media to remove lead from drinking water. Our project received the Hydroglobe Award from the Center of Environmental Systems for exemplary research and entrepreneurship.
My academic journey instilled a deep appreciation for the critical role of community outreach, education, and integration in achieving project success. I hope to continue my passion for community outreach and education on Cape Cod. Outside of work, my interests include journaling, baking, hiking, and reading.
Emrys Odell
Barnstable House
Emrys Odell is a 22-year-old environmentalist, artist, and eternal learner. They recently graduated magna cum laude in Global Environmental Studies from Clark University in Worcester, MA. They grew up in Upstate New York, enjoying the woods and lakes near their home. They paint, draw, play guitar, and are an avid reader. They’ve worked with native plants in nurseries, farming, and landscaping. They love working outside and prioritize respectful stewardship of the land. They are thrilled about this opportunity to engage in restorative ecological work.
Lydia Rheinhardt
Barnstable House
My name is Lydia and I graduated from the University of New Hampshire in May 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife and Conservation Biology. I grew up on Cape Cod and have always been drawn to the natural world, whether it is beaches, mountains, or forests. Growing up in an area surrounded by so much natural beauty built this fascination and appreciation that I hold for nature. Being from Cape Cod also presented me with unique opportunities to start building my professional career. After spending 3 summers lifeguarding, I had various internships with wildlife and conservation agencies across Cape Cod to help build my skills and develop my career goals. I am still focusing on building my skills as I take my first steps post-grad.
Anthony Baez
Wellfleet House
Hi, my name is Anthony, and I am from White Plains, New York. During my undergrad studies at the University of Scranton, I found myself increasingly intrigued by wildlife ecology. I had the opportunity to conduct research in the Galapagos Islands and Amazon River Basin in Ecuador. These experiences made me eager to continue studying wildlife in the field. I believe that community service means giving back and educating people on the world and ecosystem in which they live in. One of my past volunteer experiences was with the New York City Parks Foundation where I coached inner-city children in track and field. It was a great opportunity to engage with children and teach them the benefits of physical fitness, staying active and inspiring future athletes.
Brendan Williamson
Wellfleet House
I was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, and I am 28 years old. From 2014-2018 I attended Appalachian State University where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications – Electronic Media/Broadcasting. After graduating, I moved to Atlanta, Georgia where I began a career in the film/television industry as a Set Production Assistant. I held this role for four years, working with multiple studios including CBS, Marvel, and Warner Brothers. I decided to leave this industry in 2022, opting to transition my career into one focused on sustainability and the environment. I went back to school in the fall of 2022, beginning a master’s program in Natural Resources at Virginia Tech. I earned my Master’s degree in August.
In the summer of 2023, I worked with the American Conservation Experience in Flagstaff, Arizona as a crew member. In this role, I worked on various conservation-related projects in Colorado and New Mexico. While studying form y Masters, I grew interested in marine research and how coastal cities can become more resilient during the climate crisis. I love to hike, kayak, or just about any activity that allows me to be outside. I’m also a big movie and sports fanatic, and in my spare time, I enjoy reading, listening to music, and getting to know members of the local community.
Samantha Wilmot
Wellfleet House
I grew up a military brat and lived in lots of places, but went to high school in Corpus Christi, TX, and graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.A. in physics. After graduating from college at the height of COVID, I worked as a software engineer and then moved into the biotech industry, but knew I wanted to eventually move into ecology and conservation biology. After 3 years in biotech, I have joined the Year 26 cohort of AmeriCorps Cape Cod.
I grew up in a family where a “vacation” meant a visit to a national or state park and have always had a love of being outdoors. Working in the biotech industry has ignited my passion for biology as well as my passion for not sitting at an office desk. I stumbled into knowledge of the field of ecology by accident after I had graduated college and started volunteering at the South Texas Botanical Gardens. There, I discovered my love of plants and plant biology and haven’t looked back. In my free time, I enjoy sewing costumes, reading books, and trying out new restaurants.
