Interning at Charlotte Nature Museum this summer has introduced me to a side of science education that I previously only experienced as a student. Working behind the scenes and interacting daily with Museum visitors has provided a greater understanding of the effort and dedication it takes to run this amazing organization. A fixture in the in the childhoods of so many Charlotte area residents for the past 60 years, the Museum has also had a significant impact on my life.
Entering the Museum each day sparked a renewed the sense of wonder I experienced as a child during school field trips, especially when entering the rocky- walled Creature Cavern or learning about hognose snakes. These experiences had a lasting effect and contributed to my lifelong love of nature, leading me to pursue a degree in Natural Resources at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. It is exciting to think about how many other future naturalists and scientists have walked through the doors this summer, forging a similar path.
Being a part of that discovery has been an amazing journey. Seeing the joy in the eyes of Museum-goers as I presented Puppet Shows or introduced, children to the fascinating animals that reside here has been more rewarding than I ever could have anticipated. Facilitating a connection and sharing my passion for the natural world is what made my time at Charlotte Nature Museum worthwhile.
Have you had any experiences this summer that will last a lifetime?
Have a great vacation,
Kayla
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