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Our Team

Making a Difference Together as Passionate Leaders in Forest Play

Our team at Hudson Forest Play consists of creative, playful, nature connected individuals who are passionate about the outdoors, holistic education, inquiry-based learning, and community building. 

We are led by a governing board and leadership team who collectively guides us through our program, our actions and movement forward as a community of improved well-being.

Our team extends to the people who have supported, mentored, and encouraged us along the way. As we journey forward, our team includes like-minded community partners. Click here for a list.

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Matthew Freeman

Founder & Director of Learning

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Mei-Lyn Freeman

Executive Director

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Amanda MacDonald

Creative Director &

Forest Play Lead Teacher

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Esme Terry

Treasurer

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Ian McRoberts

Program Director:
Community Connections &

Forest Play Lead Teacher

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Marion Elissalde

Program Director:
Communications & Operations, 

Forest Play Lead Teacher

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Cheyenne Papania

Program Director:
Digital Engagement &

Forest Play Lead Teacher

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James Brownie

Program Director:
Community Connections &

Forest Play Lead Teacher

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Cleo Kesidis

Forest Play Teacher

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Annelies Morsink

Forest Play Teacher

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Laura Bustamante

Forest Play Teacher

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Mary Vuorela

Forest Play Teacher

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Tamara Elias

Forest Play Teacher

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Sara Lancia

Forest Play Teacher

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Colton Reed

Forest Play Teacher

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Sophie McCafferty

Forest Play Teacher

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