05/18/2026
Have no fear we have a pinch hitter/speaker for our FREE for the public event May 20th.
Matt will be joining us from Marsh Haven Nature Center to chat about all things related to the Horicon Marsh.
Matt Rupnik
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I’m originally from Sheboygan, and after high school I attended the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biology with an animal emphasis and an Environmental Science minor.
After college I worked as an intern at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary working with native Wisconsin wildlife such as birds of prey, small mammals, reptiles, and waterfowl. Upon completing the internship, I moved to Texas for an internship at Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, which eventually turned to a 4yr full time position. I was able to work with primates, large carnivores, exotic birds, and domestic hoofstock.
From Texas, I was fortunate to return home to Green Bay, and became the Senior Animal Keeper at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. After ten years working with wildlife I made a temporary career change, and worked in lawncare for the past year while looking for the next chapter in my career. At which point I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to become the director at wonderful Marsh Haven Nature Center, an opportunity that I am grateful for as well as excited to share my passion for wildlife.
When not working, you can find me spending time outdoors with my two dogs whether hiking, birding, kayaking, fishing , or camping. I enjoy cooking, occasional gardening, and sports(especially the Green Bay Packers). I love to spend time with family, especially catching my niece and nephew’s hockey or baseball games. I am excited for this next opportunity, and looking forward to getting to know all of you!