Board and Staff

The work of the Megunticook Watershed Association is made possible by our dedicated board of directors and staff.

Board of Directors

  • Sarah Marriner, President

  • Pat Behling, Vice President

  • Paul Leeper, Treasurer

  • Paul DeOrsay, Secretary

  • Lesley Devoe

  • Jason Hearst

  • Hillary Jackson

  • Chip Laite

  • Paul Leeper

  • Michael Lynch

  • Frank O’Hara III

  • Chris Rogers

  • Dody Urquia

  • Jamie Weymouth

  • Brian Wickenden

Staff

ABBY KIDDER
Executive Director
abby@megunticook.org

Abby joins the Megunticook Watershed Association as Executive Director with over twenty-five years of experience in the nonprofit sector, having worked with individuals, foundations, corporations and schools to achieve a variety of mission-driven and philanthropic goals.

After co-founding and directing the World Ocean School for over a decade, she moved into private philanthropy consulting, supporting families and individuals in guiding gifts and helping to structure and launch family charitable giving plans and foundations. Most recently she is serving as the Director of Internal Operations for a global education company called CEA CAPA.

A graduate of Camden-Rockport High School, Abby grew up on the shores of Lake Megunticook where her grandparents and parents were active in the MWA. She has a Masters in Environmental Ethics and is a Certified Advisor in Philanthropy.

After many years of moving throughout the country, Abby and her partner Tom have recently moved back to Camden. She is thrilled to have this opportunity to help further the mission of the MWA.

ALLEY JOHNSON
Ken Bailey Memorial Watershed Steward

Alley Johnson will be the first steward to fill the role that has previously been the work of a summer intern, assisting with water quality monitoring, invasive plant surveying, and other projects on the lake, ponds, and river within the watershed.

Alley recently received her degrees in Anthropology and Environmental Science from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, where she rowed for the Trinity Women’s Rowing Team and served as a leader in the Trinity Outdoor Club. Upon graduation, she began working for Outdoor Classroom, a seasonal environmental education organization in MA. From there she traveled to a sheep farm in Austria where she has been volunteering this winter, learning about different agricultural and farming techniques. “I’m looking forward to getting back to the midcoast and working in the watershed this summer”, says Alley. “I am excited to gain more research experience, work outside, and educate myself more on the lake - a place I’ve spent my whole life.”

CARL HORROCKS
Lake Patrol

Carl lives on Lake Megunticook with his wife Kate and has enjoyed life on the water since childhood. Having grown up on the lake, he has been boating since 1972 and brings a lifelong appreciation for the area to this role.

With 20 years of law enforcement experience, now retired, Carl is committed to promoting boating safety and helping ensure a positive experience for everyone on the lake and pond. Known as a friendly, people-oriented individual, he also works alongside his wife as a photographer, a shared passion they have pursued since 2008. During the winter months, he and his wife volunteer with The Florida State Parks, continuing their dedication to public service and community engagement throughout the year.