Oana has been part of the Three Pines Project community since 2018, when she began working as an outdoor educator. She now has over eight years of experience planning and leading nature-based programs for children of all ages. Oana believes outdoor education is more than simply learning outside, it is about building a deeper connection with the natural world, strengthening relationships, and discovering more about ourselves along the way.

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Oana grew up in Romania exploring the Carpathian Mountains and moved to the United States with her family in 2013. She holds degrees in Journalism and Communications and is a Level 2 Nature-Based Educator certified through the Association for Nature-Based Education (ANBE).

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Alongside her work with Three Pines Project, Oana is also the owner of Wild Whiskers Creative Learning, where she develops creative workshops and camps for people of all ages, as well as outdoor programs and overnight camping experiences. Her work brings together her love of creativity, storytelling, nature, and learning in ways that encourage people to explore, connect, and have fun.

Originally from Northern California, Stephanie graduated with a bachelor’s degree in liberal & civic studies in 2003 and a master’s degree in occupational therapy in 2006. In her 10 years of practice as a pediatric occupational therapist (from 2007-2017), Stephanie had the privilege of working with children of all ages and abilities, while also partnering with their families to help them achieve their therapy goals.

More recently, as a homeschooling mom of two nature loving kids, Stephanie creates and looks for opportunities to foster her children’s curiosity, love, and respect for the natural world whenever possible, which is why their family joined the Nature Explorers program in 2021. From observing her own children, as well as from her studies and work experiences, Stephanie has seen the way that exploring and interacting with nature can facilitate play and positively impact sensory, emotional, and physical growth in all children. She feels honored and grateful to be a part of a program that has made such a positive impact in the lives of so many families, including her own.

Britt has lived in and around the Wilmington area since the age of 4, and has loved exploring the nearby woods, marshes and beaches ever since. She has a background in early childhood education and has been facilitating outdoor programming with children and adults since 2016. In 2025, she earned her Master of Social Work from UNC-Wilmington and also works in the community as a licensed child and adolescent therapist. When she isn't working (and sometimes while she is!), Britt enjoys all kinds of arts and crafts, cooking, music, reading, and spending time outdoors in all types weather.

Sarah grew up in the Piedmont of North Carolina. She attended UNC Wilmington, earning a B.A. in Special Education in 2006. She has taught in a variety of settings with learners of all ages. In 2016, Sarah completed her 200-hour yoga teacher certification.

In 2021, Sarah created Flow & Grow Collective, a small business that brings together her passions for education, mindfulness and movement. Through Flow & Grow, she offers inclusive yoga experiences as well as individualized tutoring for elementary-aged students across academic subjects. Her whole-child approach meets each learner where they are to support confidence and meaningful learning.

Sarah joined Three Pines Project in 2022. She strives to create supportive spaces where children feel free to be their authentic selves and explore the natural world with curiosity.

She lives by the sea with her two children and pup. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys cheering on her kids in sports, live music and spending time outdoors.

Erin has over eight years of experience as an outdoor educator for people of all ages. She is originally from Bucks County, PA. In 2008, she moved to Wilmington to study marine biology at UNCW and to be closer to her first ecosystem love: the beach! She previously worked as an educator at the Fort Fisher Aquarium where she particularly enjoyed leading groups on marsh explorations. In addition to being an outdoor educator, Erin works with individuals with disabilities and is a licensed Recreational Therapist. She strives to create opportunities for all to enjoy the benefits and fun of the outdoors through her business, Land to Sea Rec Therapy.

Erin loves exploring nature and believes spending time outdoors is the best medicine. Her favorite animals to observe in the wild are snails and fox squirrels. She loves to laugh, especially at jokes with animal puns!

Trina was born and raised in Michigan. After receiving her doctorate in physical therapy she moved out to Portland, Oregon to work and play. While her first born was still young she and her husband moved back to Michigan to be near family. After a few years and three more kids the pandemic opened up an opportunity for her to move to Wilmington with her family and experience life on the coast. One of her greatest passions is traveling and being immersed in other cultures. When she's not scheming her next travel adventure, she spends much of her time home schooling three of her four children. You can also find her on the beach or pickleball court in her free time enjoying time outside. She is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and passions with the Three Pines Project community.