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Sarah Wray: Watershed Coordinator
Sarah Wray: Watershed Coordinator
Sarah is now in her third year as Coordinator at SAWIG. She previously completed her Masters in BioEnvironmental Monitoring and Assessment at Trent University. Before SAWIG she worked for Ontario Parks as a Resource Technician and then took on the role of Project Manager for Trout River Environmental Committee, another watershed group on the island.
Sarah is looking forward to continuing to work in the watershed world and making a positive impact in Stratford.
Sarah's favourite outdoor activities are Camping, Hiking and walking PEI's beautiful shorelines.
Lauren Walker: Project Manager
Lauren Walker: Project Manager
Hi, my name is Lauren. I am originally from Nova Scotia and in 2025 I graduated from StFX University with my bachelor of Aquatic Resources and Public Policy, this will now be my second year with SAWIG. I have previously worked as a Research Assistant and Habitat Restoration worker for other environmental groups.
I love all things outdoors, particularly fly fishing and hiking. I also love spending time with my dog Jimmy!
Summer Staff
Summer Staff
The Stratford Area Watershed Improvement Group (SAWIG) is very dedicated to the betterment of the watersheds in which we serve. Although we work diligently throughout the year on a wide variety of projects and programs, we do the majority of our outdoor, “boots in the field” work throughout May-September.
Colin Pater: Field Technician
Colin Pater: Field Technician
My name is Colin. It is my second year working at SAWIG, and I have prior watershed experience. I am going into my second year at Holland College for Environmental Applied Science Technology. My interests include: listening to music, and watching/playing sports.
Carter Gallant: Field Technician
Carter Gallant: Field Technician
Hi, my name is Carter. I’ve lived in PEI for all my life. I recently graduated from Charlottetown Rural and plan to attend UNB for their engineering program in the fall. I enjoy the outdoors, sports, and spending time with friends and family. I am looking forward to contributing to the community of Stratford!
Kurt Knight: Field Supervisor
Kurt Knight: Field Supervisor
Hello, my name is Kurt. I graduated from the Wildlife Conservation Technology Program at Holland College this year and am going to UNB to do my Bachelors of Science in Environmental Management next fall. I love working outdoors in the elements and seeing how my work helps maintain and enhance the natural world. I am excited to be back at SAWIG for the second year and am looking forward to all the work we will be doing this field season!
My interests outside of work are knitting, taking my cat on adventures, hikes and trying different crafts.
We have been very fortunate to have summer students for the last several years, and have accomplished a great deal to be proud of! Summer staff crew numbers have changed throughout the years, ranging from 1-5 full time staff for eight to sixteen week stints.
Interested in what we have done the past seasons? Click here to see our past field reports!
Follow along with our summer staff on our Instagram Page!
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