Greetings from the new Watershed Coordinator for the Appoquinimink River Association, Sara Wozniak!

Being selected as the new Watershed Coordinator for the Appoquinimink River Association is both an honor and a privilege for me.  Originally from York, PA, I grew up with a sense of connection to the environment and the difficulties in its management as I spent my summers working for a local produce farmer. 

My high school graduation in 1998 brought me to Delaware to begin my undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware.  As a double major in Biology and Political Science, a passion for environmental management led to my remaining to study towards a Master’s Degree in the highly respected Energy and Environmental Policy program.

During my past six years in Delaware, I have learned a great deal through many real-world experiences. Working with the University of Delaware’s Water Resources Agency and Center for Energy and Environmental Policy, I was able to participate in many projects that have helped to transform the way the management of water resources is viewed.  Projects involving the Governor’s Drought Advisory Committee, Water Supply Coordinating Council, Delaware Source Water Protection Program and other countries such as Germany and South Korea, helped to foster my passion and desire towards the environmentally conscious management of water resources.

My past has helped to prepare me for today.  I am very excited to be taking on this new role and am looking forward to working with the dedicated members and board of directors of the Appoquinimink River Association.  I am confident that together we can help protect the waters of the Appoquinimink River for future generations.   If you have any questions or would like to join the Appoquinimink River Association, feel free to contact me by email.