She believes education, especially science, is the key to giving young people the opportunity for a better life. Earth Explorers approached Liz because she built the largest after school MESA club in Colorado, with over 100 students. Under her leadership, the Earth Explorers program has exploded at Trail Ridge from an after school program to a full middle school curriculum. Her passion for education and the students she serves continues to make her an indispensable team member to both the Earth Explorers program and organization.