We love putting different VOC volunteer leaders in the spotlight in order to recognize the inspiring work they do to care for Colorado's outdoors. We are excited to announce Crew Leader Stephanie Jarvis as our January Featured Leader!

27-year-old Stephanie was introduced to VOC via a volunteer day with her company in 2014, and went on her first trail building opportunity at the end of that season. 

"Being new to Denver, it seemed like a great way to get out, see places I wouldn't otherwise know about, and meet interesting people," said Stephanie. "I was also adjusting to city life, which doesn't include nearly enough shovels and dirt!"

She decided to go through VOC's Cerw Leader training because she wanted to learn more about what goes into outdoor stewardship projects, and then pass on the great experiences her Crew Leaders had given her.  

"Both volunteering and crew leading with VOC have been immensely gratifying. What's better than a challenging and rewarding project in a beautiful place alongside great people?" said Stephanie.

Outside of VOC, Stephanie works as a geologist for ERO Resources, an environmental consulting company in Denver, and spends her free time hiking, playing in her garden, going to bluegrass shows, and attempting to keep her cat, Dante, adequately entertained.