07/20/2026
We're excited to welcome our newest team members, Marisa and Tyler, to the Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District as our new District Technicians! Their backgrounds in environmental science and passion for agriculture make them a valuable addition to our team. We look forward to having them support conservation efforts throughout Ulster County. Scroll down to learn a little more about them!
As a lifelong Hudson Valley resident, Marisa has a deep appreciation for nature and the local agricultural community. During her graduate studies at Pace University, Marisa spent several summers in Costa Rica analyzing the soil microbiomes of medicinal plant species native to the region, exploring the ecological and economic roles they play. Prior to joining the District, she worked as a Soil Scientist to help farmers and landowners implement and manage conservation programs. Outside of work, Marisa enjoys tending to her vegetable and native flower gardens, volunteering in the community, and spending time with her friends and cat.
Tyler's background in agriculture and passion for ecological integrity and resource management drove him to earn his degree at SUNY Cobleskill. He became inspired to work with the natural landscape to restore and balance the dynamic of land usage in pursuit of sustainable harmony, which led him to previously work in wetland restoration, construction, and forestry consultation. In his free time, Tyler likes to fish, hike, and camp throughout the state, and spend time with his friends.
