WRWA Volunteer Spotlight - Maggie York

We're delighted to recognize Maggie York, whose enthusiasm for education and community has made a wonderful impact at the Westport River Watershed Alliance.

A retired chemistry teacher, Maggie joined WRWA in 2023 after meeting our former Executive Director, Deborah Weaver, while walking their dogs on local trails. Through that friendship, Maggie discovered WRWA's mission and was inspired to get involved. Since then, she has embraced volunteering not only as a way to support our watershed but also to connect with an incredible community of dedicated volunteers.

Drawing on a lifelong passion for teaching, Maggie especially enjoys participating in WRWA's educational programs and helping inspire curiosity about our local environment. From serving our Education Committee to welcoming families and sharing knowledge at our annual River Day, Maggie brings patience, warmth, and a love of learning to every event. Outside of WRWA, Maggie enjoys kayaking, spending time with her grandchildren, discovering new local trails, and enjoying winter adventures with her dog, Ella.

We are so grateful for Maggie's time, energy, and commitment to helping others discover and appreciate the Westport River watershed. Volunteers like Maggie make our programs possible, and we are honored to celebrate the difference they make in our community.