Mark DeBiasse, Vice President of Programs
908-362-6765 ext. 4
mdebiasse@princetonblairstown.org
Mark joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center as Director of Programs in 2019, following a career in public education. Recently, he has also served as an adjunct professor at Drew University and Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mark holds a BA in Psychology and International Relations from Bucknell University and a MA in U.S. National Security Policy/International Politics from The George Washington University. In 2014 he received a Doctor of Letters from Drew University with a concentration in American Politics and Culture. Mark is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Maren Morsch, Assistant Director of Operations and Staff Development
908-362-6765 ext. 6 mmorsch@princetonblairstown.org
Maren joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2019 as the Communications and Special Events Manager and transitioned to the role of Assistant Director in 2022. Her experience working with young people in the outdoors began during her five years with the National Park Service, followed by five years with the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. She holds a BA from The College of New Jersey in Communications and Environmental Studies and received her MPA from NYU’s Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service in 2019. Maren completed a course in Risk Management for Outdoor Programs from Viristar. She is a certified Red Cross Lifeguard and Wilderness First Responder. She is also certified to teach Red Cross First Aid and CPR.
Pat Karl, Operations Manager
908-362-6765 ext. 1
pkarl@princetonblairstown.org
Pat joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2006 and is celebrating her 15th work anniversary in 2021. Pat is often the first person people connect with when making their arrangements to visit Blairstown. Pat previously held an array of progressively responsible administrative positions at General Chemical Industrial Products, AT&T Bell Laboratories, and Prudential Insurance Company.
Ron Franco, Senior Program Manager
908-362-6765 ext. 7
rfranco@princetonblairstown.org
Ron joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2016, working first as an Experiential Education Facilitator, moving into a Program Manager role, and then as Senior Program Manager starting in early 2020. A graduate of SUNY Binghamton, Ron holds a BA in English and Creative Writing. Ron recently completed the Victoria Non-Profit Emerging Leaders Program, a one-year initiative through the Rutgers University Institute of Ethical Leadership. He is a certified Red Cross Lifeguard, ACCT Level II practitioner, and Wilderness First Responder.
Erica Garfinkle, Program Manager
908-362-6765 ext. 3
egarfinkle@princetonblairstown.org
Erica joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2024 as a Program Manager. She is an accomplished environmental educator who previously worked at The New Weis Center, Ridge and Valley Charter School, and Caring Partners of Morris and Sussex. In addition, she actively volunteers as a Shorebird Steward for the Conserve Wildlife Foundation. Erica earned her BA in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Rutgers University and is a certified Wilderness First Responder and Master Ornithologist/Ecologist.
Malik Church, Senior Facilitator mchurch@princetonblairstown.org
Malik joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2021 as an Experiential Education Facilitator, moving into a Senior Facilitator role in March of 2023. Prior to that he worked as an ESOL teacher at the National Academy Foundation middle school in Baltimore, Maryland where he taught refugee students and those new to the USA. Malik holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the Shintaro Akatsu School of Design at the University of Bridgeport. He is a certified ACCT Level I practitioner and Wilderness First Responder.
James Frye, Senior Facilitator
jfrye@princetonblairstown.org
James joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2022 as an Experiential Education Facilitator, moving into a Senior Facilitator role in March of 2023. He previously worked as an environmental education instructor for the Pocono Environmental Education Center. James holds a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries from Pennsylvania State University where he completed research work in the Applied Population Ecology Lab and Air Quality and Arboretum. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Cooper Metzger, Senior Facilitator
cmetzger@princetonblairstown.org
Cooper joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2022 as a member of the summer staff. He returned in early 2023 to complete an internship and became an Experiential Education Facilitator, moving into a Senior Facilitator role in March of 2024. He holds a degree in Adventure Education from Plymouth State University. He first came to the Center as a participant with his High School, Westfield High. An avid climber and outdoorsman, Cooper has worked as a Zipline Tour Guide at Catamount Ski Area and with youth at Camp Speers. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder and ACCT Level II practitioner as well as a Leave No Trace Trainer.
Alicia Navarrete, Senior Facilitator
anavarrete@princetonblairstown.org
Alicia joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2019 as an Experiential Education Facilitator, returning in 2021 and 2022, and moving into a Senior Facilitator role in 2023. She spent the last eight summers teaching Marine Science at the Acadia Institute of Oceanography. She has extensive teaching experience in non-traditional settings including the Houston ISD Outdoor Education Center, Little Tree Education, and Kinderker Bilingual Preschool. Alicia holds a BS in Elementary Education & Teaching from SUNY Oswego. She is a certified ACCT Level II practitioner and Wilderness First Responder.
Spencer MacLean, Experiential Education Facilitator
smaclean@princetonblairstown.org
Spencer joined Princeton Blairstown Center in 2024 as an Experiential Education Facilitator. A graduate of Montana State, Spencer holds a BA in Sociology where he focused on negotiation of identity and trauma within social structures. He spent the past five years serving in various roles at Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVentures in Larkspur, Colorado, most recently as Leadership Development Specialist and Lead Instructor for their outdoor education program. Spencer is a certified Wilderness First Responder and is an ACCT Level I practitioner.
Amit Panariya, Experiential Education Facilitator
apanariya@princetonblairstown.org
Amit joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2024 as an Experiential Education Facilitator. He is a seasoned outdoor and nature educator who previously worked in Ecuador as a Natural Sciences professor and Coordinator of Practical Experiences. In addition, he has traveled extensively and is an established wildlife and nature photographer. Amit holds a MS in Applied Medical Sciences from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai University and is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Parth Josi, Experiential Education Facilitator
pjosi@princetonblairstown.org
Parth joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2024 as an Experiential Education Facilitator. His deep love for philosophy, STEM, and outdoor adventures led him to explore a new path at PBC. He holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Rutgers University and has previously worked at The Center School as a robotics instructor and mentor, where he coached students with special needs in their work fabricating a task-performing robot for the MAR F.I.R.S.T. robotics competition. An avid climber and outdoorsman, Parth has extensive experience participating in recreational outdoor activities, including camping, rock climbing, and backpacking, and is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Justin Tenley, Experiential Education Facilitator
jtenley@princetonblairstown.org
Justin joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2023 as an Experiential Education Facilitator. A graduate of Millersville University, Justin holds a BA in English as well as a Secondary Education Certificate. Justin has extensive teaching and youth development experience, most recently as an ESL teacher in South Korea. Prior to that Justin worked at Bethany Children’s Home and Philhaven, providing trauma-informed care for marginalized youth. Justin is an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves to kayak, hike, backpack, forage for wild edibles, and paddleboard. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Jessica Stephens, Food Service Manager
908-362-6765 ext. 8
jstephens@princetonblairstown.org
Jess brings 25 years of professional knowledge and experience in the food service, hospitality, and special events industry. Her experience includes three years as the Culinary Director of the Camp Nejeda Foundation, eleven years as the Chef & Owner of the Silver Birch Kitchen in Long Valley, NJ, five years as the Chef & Owner of Indulgence Catering and Clubhouse Deli, and two years as the Food Service Manager and Marketing Manager at SODEXO. She has also served as a Featured Chef at the Foodshed Alliance’s annual gala. She holds a BA from Loyola University of Maryland in Communications, Marketing, and Public Relations and is currently studying for her sommelier certification!
Jody Zengulis, Vice President of Facilities
908-362-6765 ext. 5
jzengulis@princetonblairstown.org
Jody joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 1997. He and his team oversee and maintain all Blairstown facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles. Jody has a wealth of skills and advanced training in emergency action plans, dam safety & maintenance, lake management, OSHA compliance, hazardous communication, asbestos, lead & mold management, ladder safety & fall protection, respirator protection, and electrical safety. He is also a certified, licensed pesticide operator.
Jacob Bruch, Facilities Manager
jbruch@princetonblairstown.org
Jake joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2019, and was promoted to Facilities Manager in 2023. He graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a BS in science. He previously worked in healthcare, construction, and as a painter. Jake is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
Kristopher Duckworth, Facilities Assistant
kduckworth@princetonblairstown.org
Kris joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center in 2024 as a Facilities Assistant. He previously worked at North Warren Stampcrete and for the Town of Phillipsburg. His skills include masonry, equipment repair, electrical, drywall installation, and roofing.
