A Michigan State University Extension Educator for 18 years, Beth educates and consults in the area of water quality and aquatic invasive species. Beth received her Bachelors of Science in Natural Resources from Grand Valley State University with a minor in Environmental Studies, and her Masters of Science in Business Administration from Central Michigan University. She is coordinating the Michigan Master Naturalist program; and supporting the Michigan Paddling Stewards programs statewide, Natural Shorelines Landscaping for Homeowners; and onsite wastewater treatment system maintenance for homeowners programs.