Meet the passionate volunteers who help connect people to nature at Oak Glen Preserve—and learn how you can be part of The Wildlands Conservancy’s mission.
Meet Docent, Jane Troy
Jane began her journey at the Oak Glen Preserve in 2015 as a Naturalist, where she quickly connected with The Wildlands Conservancy’s mission to preserve the earth’s beauty and biodiversity while inspiring children to discover the wonders of nature. “I then knew that I was in a good place,” she recalls.
During her time on staff, Jane led school field trips, guided public night walks, and shared her knowledge at the trail kiosk—all with a deep commitment to environmental education and stewardship.
Though no longer a staff member, Jane continues to stay involved as a volunteer docent.
“This work enables me to stay engaged with what I love, teaching about the protection of our environment,” she says.
Jane’s passion and dedication make her a valued part of the Oak Glen Preserve community.
Meet Docent, Christine Richardson
Christine has been a dedicated docent at the Oak Glen Preserve for over three years. A nature enthusiast at heart, she treasures the time spent outdoors.
“I love being outside, seeing the birds and butterflies and wildflowers. Every time I volunteer, I come early to walk around and see what’s in bloom and what’s happening around the preserve,” she says.
Christine deeply values The Wildlands Conservancy’s mission to both protect natural spaces and educate young people to safeguard our wildlife and wildlands. Whether she’s chatting with visitors at the kiosk or swapping stories about rattlesnakes, apple recipes, or African safaris, Christine brings warmth, curiosity, and a true passion for nature to every visit.
Become a Wildlands Docent!
Love nature? Enjoy sharing it with others? Join Oak Glen Preserve’s Docent Program and become part of a passionate team connecting people with the wild places we protect.
Whether you’re guiding garden tours, assisting with school field trips, or welcoming visitors at the kiosk, there’s a role for every interest and comfort level:
Docents Roles:
Kiosk Docents – Greet guests, offer maps, share preserve information.
Botanic Garden Docents – Lead nature walks through scenic garden trails.
Garden Docents – Help care for native plant habitats.
Education Docents – Support public programs and school visits (Live Scan required).
Join us for our upcoming docent orientation on August 23 , 2025 and take your first step toward becoming a steward of California’s wildlands! Learn more.
