About Us

Brooks is an outdoor educator from La Jolla with over 10 years of experience working with children. Growing up with mentors who shaped her love for learning, she was inspired to do the same for future generations. With a degree in Environmental Studies from UC Santa Cruz, Brooks has dedicated her career to fostering a deep connection between children and the natural world. In an era where screens and packed schedules keep kids indoors, Coastal Kiddos provides a space for exploration, play, and discovery—where every kiddo can build confidence, friendships, and a lifelong appreciation for nature. Her mission is to inspire curiosity and create meaningful outdoor experiences that leave lasting memories.

Sophie is a Southern California native who grew up developing a love for the outdoors and a passion for environmentalism. She has experience in paleobotany and biology and is studying Elementary Subject Matter with plans to be a teacher. She enjoys teaching kids about the ecological systems throughout North County and hopes to impart a dedication to environmental conservation in her students. Her favorite animal is the American Pika.

Rachel is from North Carolina, where she studied psychology and biology during her undergrad at UNC Chapel Hill. She has always had a passion for working with kids and has had the opportunity to do so in many different types of settings. Her love for the outdoors ignited during her two years living in Australia, where she had the chance to explore and experience all different types of landscapes and wildlife. She is a big fan of outdoor adventure and enjoys spending her free time camping, surfing, rock climbing, and skydiving. Her favorite animal is the wombat.

Lily was born and raised in Seattle, Washington amidst the forests of the Pacific Northwest. Her childhood of hiking and camping shaped her early love for this earth. She recently graduated with a degree in environmental science from Point Loma Nazarene University. Her love for the natural world is paired with an equally deep love for children. She believes that earth is our greatest teacher and desires to create a safe space for children to discover that for themselves. She loves to spend every spare moment she can in or near the ocean. Her favorite animal is a bumble bee. 

Sunny was born and raised in Upstate New York but has always been drawn towards coastal life and the ocean. She graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a B.S. in Environmental studies concentrated in Communication and Indigenous Studies. She is a strong believer in alternative learning and strives to engage children with their non-human environment. When Sunny is not working, she loves to cook, hike, travel, and spend time with others. Her favorite animal is a Bald Eagle.