Heron graduated from UMass Amherst with a BS in Ecology and Experiential Education. Heron worked at the Hartsbrook School for five years - assisting in the Forest Kindergarten and leading their Early Childhood after-school programs. Previously Heron worked in a number of adventure-based outdoor education programs for all ages. Heron is a textile artist, gardener, and doting goat parent.
Josie graduated with a BS in Environmental Science from Northeastern University, with a focus in geology. After moving to the Pioneer Valley, Josie worked as a lab technician at Mycoterra Farm, and later at Kitchen Garden Farm as the Harvest Manager. Josie is a Master in Ecological Design, having received an MS from The Conway School. Josie is a music teacher, pianist, writer, and gardener.