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Mission & Board

Our Mission

The Leslie Science & Nature Center is a nonprofit organization that provides environmental education and experiences for children, families, and other individuals to honor and perpetuate the legacy of Dr. and Mrs. Eugene Leslie by fostering understanding, appreciation, stewardship and respect for the natural world. Download our brochure to learn more.

Board of Directors

The Leslie Science and Nature Center's Board of Directors provides oversight and works in partnership with the staff to achieve our mission.

Jennifer Santi Hall, Chair
Doug Kelly, Treasurer
Becca Nielsen, Secretary
Susan Westhoff, President

At-Large Members

Lisa Brush
Lyle Dahlberg
Marie Deveney
Anne Glendon
Alan Jackson
Kristopher Korvun
Wendy Lawrence
Becky Lentz
Tom McKarns
Ryan Noel
Kelly Orringer
Beverly Seiford