About Us

Our Philosophy

Just beyond our doors - in city and suburb alike - there is a wondrous world of natural activity. Whether in a local forest or pond or even the park at the end of the block, the cycle of life and the daily happenings of nature can delight a young child's unbridled curiosity all year round.

PUDDLESTOMPERS' mission is to connect the youngest naturalists, ages 2 to 8 years (and their parents and caregivers), to the open spaces that surround their homes. By providing families with seeds of interest and tools of exploration, PUDDLESTOMPERS seeks to help build the foundation for a lifelong enjoyment and love of the outdoors.

A percentage of PUDDLESTOMPERS' revenues are given to the host towns to support local environmental education and/or conservation efforts.

Who We Are

Rachel Rock, Founder and Co-President

Rachel grew up in a 55-acre arboretum in Philadelphia giving her an appreciation for the value of nature and the richness it brings to a child's life and imagination as an environment of play and exploration. Rachel graduated from Brown University and received a Masters degree from Johns Hopkins Unniversity. She has worked as a teacher, a nature camp counselor, and spend summers and school vacations workin on a farm. Her delight in her own four children's discovery of nature inspired the creation of PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration.

Carol Milewich, Co-President

Carol has an expertise in financial analysis and planning. After receiving her MBA in Marketing and Finance from New York University, Carol worked in the broadcast industry as a financial manager for NBC TV and WBZ-TV. As an independent consultant, Carol worked on projects for Harvard University, WGBH, various local start-up companies, and established companies. She has also worked as a preschool substitute teacher. Carol comes from a family of small business owners and has two daughters with whom she enjoys hiking, biking, and exploring the seashore.

Megan Doiron, Director of Operations and Teacher

Born and raised in rainy Seattle, Megan has been stomping in puddles her whole life! Growing up in such as beautiful region developed her love for the natural world and led her to earn a degree in Biology at Boston University. Megan has worked with youth of all ages, from toddlers in preschools to incoming college students, and has years of experience as an environmental educator. She enjoys hiking, sewing, and any activity that involves the ocean!

PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration, Inc • 47A River St, Wellesley, MA 02481 • 781.235.6677 • info@puddlestompers.com