Mendocino Coast State Park MPA (Marine Protected Area) Interpreter Kenzi Lamb recently won the Interpretive Excellence Innovation Award at the 2nd annual California State Parks Interpretation and Education Awards. Park Interpreters are guides, storytellers, and educators who connect visitors to the rich natural and cultural resources of our parks.
Lamb won the prestigious award for her development of a “Tidepool Heroes” video that prepares students in advance of tide pooling, ensuring a safe, respectful, and meaningful exploration.
“We couldn’t be prouder of Kenzi, and she definitely deserves this award,” says Michelle Levesque, Sonoma-Mendocino Coast District Interpreter II. “Her work is profoundly important as it connects students to the natural world and educates them on the importance of safe and respectful interactions with the tidepools.”…