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PattiAnn’s adventures with Silver Lake Nature Center (SLNC) began in 2006 as a weekend Environmental Educator/Program Coordinator for Bucks County Parks & Recreation. She soon expanded her role by becoming a weekday Per Diem Educator with the nonprofit Friends of SLNC, eventually holding dual part-time positions that together provided full-time hours—exemplifying the symbiotic partnership between the Friends and Bucks County. After a couple years, PattiAnn was hired full-time by the Friends of SLNC. Several years later in 2017, she became Assistant Director–Naturalist, and was appointed Director–Naturalist in 2022, both county-funded roles. She is deeply grateful to work alongside/with a dedicated, amazing Staff, Board, and Volunteer team to advance SLNC’s mission of inspiring connections with Nature through education, recreation, preservation, research, and advocacy—while ensuring every Visitor feels welcome.

PattiAnn holds an Associate Degree in Education from the Community College of Philadelphia and a Bachelor of Science in Education from Temple University, along with extensive continuing education in environmental studies. Her background includes teaching kindergarten in a private school, teaching in & ultimately co-leading the Environmental Education Program for the Spring-Ford Area School District, in addition to educating at several regional nature centers (concurrently), including Riverbend, Churchville, and Radnor Township Parks & Recreation. With over 25 years in environmental education and a strong love of Nature & working with people, she also brings valuable business, financial, and management experience from the retail and banking industries.

PattiAnn invites & encourages everyone to get outside and enjoy the beautiful SLNC Trails, as well as the Nature in your own backyard and all around! 

When Raymie moved from Kentucky to Bucks County in 2021, she knew she had to join SLNC! She began as the Volunteer Coordinator and then the Assistant Director Naturalist in July 2024. She has had a lifelong passion for the outdoors and for the environment that began early on when her father would take her bird watching and camping almost every weekend. She graduated from Lake Superior State University in 2001 and received a BS in Parks and Recreation Management and an AAS in Natural Resources with a minor in Biology. She has been in the field from performing breeding bird surveys with the US Forest Service to owning her own business in environmental sustainability. She is committed to the education and stewardship of the natural world and the responsible management of resources to ensure for future generations.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please also reach out to Raymie and/or click here.

Sue Kiernan- Office Manager/ Bookkeeper

Sue became the FOSLNC Bookkeeper in 2020. Previously serving on the Friends of Silver Lake Nature Center Board.  She owned and operated a children’s party and play center for 13 years and has over 25 years in office and management experience.

Her passion for nature and Silver Lake began over 50 years ago as an “Eco-Naut” at Silver Lake’s teen camp. As a lifetime Girl Scout she enjoys doing our Scout night hike/campfire and sleepover programs, singing campfire songs and telling stories about the history of  the Nature Center and Bucks County.

She resides in Falls Township with her husband and has two adult children.

Holly’s journey with Silver Lake Nature Center began in 2014 when she joined as a (CIT) counselor in training for our summer camp. Her commitment and devotion quickly propelled her to the roles of intern and counselor, eventually leading her to the position of Camp Director/Environmental Educator. In this role, she oversees all homeschool, day-off camp, and summer camp programs, designing each activity to encourage exploration and learning.
An avid outdoor enthusiast, Holly enjoys kayaking, fishing, hiking, and traveling. With a special passion for working with children, she creates a welcoming environment where young minds can explore and learn about the wonders of nature.

Holly looks forward to meeting you and your children at our nature center, where learning and adventure go hand in hand!

January 20, 2026 ~ Welcome, Tie!!

Tie’s passion for the environment was sparked during their time as a Girl Scout. They loved camping, hiking, boating, and having campfires with their troop. They earned their Gold Award and are now a lifetime member of Girl Scouts. They graduated from Smith College with a bachelors degree in Environmental Science and Policy. While in college they participated in two environmental education internships, one at Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge and one at the Tulpehaking Nature Center. These experiences showed Tie that environmental education was the field for them. They are very passionate about sharing their enthusiasm for nature and science with learners of all ages. Tie enjoys baking, reading, watching nature documentaries, taking their dog, Ivy, on walks at the park, and fostering kittens for Trenton Cats Rescue.