Ohio Office Staff

Mike England, Executive Director

Before joining the International Field Studies team, I worked in environmental education roles at the Denver Zoo and Denver Aquarium in my hometown of Denver, Colorado and as a sea turtle conservationist and naturalist on the coast of Georgia and in Panama. I began my tenure with IFS at Forfar Field Station from 2017-2019 as an intern and environmental educator and transitioned into the role of Station Director from 2020-2023.

During my time on staff at Forfar, I earned my PADI Divemaster certification, facilitated the educational programs offered through IFS firsthand, and gained a deep understanding and integration to the local culture of Andros and The Bahamas. In my final year as Station Director, I adopted a local island dog (called a "Potcake") named Fish who has made the transition to living in the United States with me!

I am enthusiastic about opportunities to continue bettering the facilities and educational curricula offered by IFS, to strengthen my relationships with the staff at Forfar, to see groups I have worked with previously return to Forfar, and to further outreach efforts.

Katelyn McKee, Program Coordinator

I am from Delaware, Ohio and graduated from THE Ohio State University in 2022 with a biology degree. I enjoy spending my time hiking with my dog, birding, camping, and hanging out with friends and family. I previously held internships at Stratford Ecological Center and Ohio Department of Natural Resources where I had the opportunity to pursue my love for the outdoors and environmental education.

My time at Forfar as a gap year student was one of the most memorable and rewarding experiences of my life. I made lifelong friends and am so thankful to have had the opportunity to explore the beauty of Andros. I am excited to coordinate trips for future students and watch them fall in love with the island just as much as I did.

Lindsay James, Marketing Coordinator — lindsay james, marketing & Gap Year coordinator

Lindsay James, Marketing & Gap Year Coordinator

Prior to coming on board with the team at IFS, I lived in Portland, Oregon where I was the program manager for Synergo. I planned and coordinated a variety of youth and adult experiential education programs on challenge courses. I truly value a program which takes a group away from their traditional routine and offers them an on-site experience that can transform how they view the world around them and those in it.

I grew up in Columbus, Ohio so it is nice to be back home. I love to spend time traveling, cooking and being outdoors with my two children, husband and our dog. I am so excited to join the IFS team, and I look forward to supporting our office staff and connecting with the Forfar community.

Forfar Field Station Staff

Zoltan Hartmus, EnvIrONMENTAL Educator / Dive Master

Zoltan Hartmus, Station Manager

I grew up in Columbus Ohio, but had the privilege of visiting beautiful forests, lakes, and oceans as a child which ignited my passion to explore the mysteries of the natural world. I graduated from Ohio State University in 2024 with a B.S. in Molecular Genetics with minors in Biology and Spanish. My teaching experience includes a year-long program which placed me as an English Language Assistant in a rural Spanish Elementary School, as well as a semester of being a TA for a Plant Biology course at OSU.

I am absolutely thrilled to be back for a fourth season on Andros Island, where my initial passion for Biology was discovered on a school trip to Forfar in 2017. I hope to continue contributing to the incredibly positive atmosphere at Forfar that made me want to return as a staff member, and to help students develop their passions and fuel them to leave the world a better place than we found it.

Certifications: PADI Dive Master, Reef Rescue Diver, Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED, Wilderness First Aid (WFA)

Zoe Stannard, Dive Operations Manager / Environmental Educator

I’m from the UK and this is my third season as an Environmental Educator at Forfar. I’m excited to be back this season as an Educator and the Dive Operations Manager! My prior experience includes working at the Madagascar Research and Conservation Institute, as a Divemaster. My days were spent teaching volunteers about the marine ecosystem and leading daily reef surveys - basically, I got to dive into paradise every day!

When I’m not underwater, you’ll likely find me with a camera in hand. My passion for videography took off while studying Film and TV Production at the University of East Anglia. With a background in environmental media marketing, I would love to use creative skills to inspire and educate others about the wonders of the ocean, sparking their curiosity and excitement for conservation.

I’ve also had the privilege of working in schools around the world, teaching English, math and sports. I’m thrilled to be rejoining a community dedicated to spreading awareness and enthusiasm for protecting our oceans wonders and having a blast doing it! Joining the station again this year feels like the next exciting chapter in my journey, and I can’t wait to dive in, to continue to grow and share my commitment to marine conservation.

Certifications: Wilderness First Aid (WFA), PADI Dive Instructor, Reef Rescue Diver, DSD Leader, Lifeguard certification, EFR, O2 provider, First Aid

Megan Keyser, Environmental Educator

I grew up in Springboro, Ohio, where my love for the natural world began through curiosity and time spent outdoors. I have always been drawn to plants, wildlife, and the tiny details that make ecosystems feel alive. This interest led me to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where I earned my B.A. in Botany and Pre-Medical Studies with minors in French and 2D Studio Art Painting. My undergraduate experience deepened my passion for plant science and conservation, inspiring me to continue there and complete my M.S. in Botany with a focus on conservation.

My connection to Forfar began in January 2023, when I first traveled to Andros as a student in Miami University’s Flora of The Bahamas course. I completely fell in love with the island: the blue holes, mangroves, coppice forests, ocean, plants, and the way learning in the field made everything feel meaningful. I was lucky enough to return in January 2025 as a teaching assistant for the same course, helping students with plant identification, ecological observation, and field discussions as they experienced Andros for the first time.

My graduate research focused on conservation genetics and hybridization of rare carnivorous pitcher plants, which has strengthened my passion for protecting unique ecosystems. I love helping students become more confident, curious, and excited in the field, and I am beyond excited to return to Forfar as an Environmental Educator. I hope to share my love of plants, conservation, and island ecosystems while helping students connect with Andros in the same way I did.

Certifications: First Aid with CPR+AED

Daniel Morehouse, Environmental Educator

I'm from Danbury, Connecticut and just recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a B.S in Marine Biology. I love spending quality time with friends and family, playing sports, and enjoying the great outdoors.

Before joining the team at Forfar Field Station, I worked as an intern chaperone on a STEM tour to Australia and as a teaching assistant at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences.

I'm so excited to join the team and embrace the Forfar experience! I am eager to improve my skills as an environmental educator, create lifelong friendships, and make unforgettable memories for all who get to join us on station.

Certifications: Open Water Diver (SDI), First Aid/CPR/AED (Red Cross), Advanced Open Water Diver (PADI), Rescue Diver (PADI), Scientific Diver (AAUS)