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in reality, like, I grew up fishing with my dads and brothers and uncles all the time.

I also grew up in the era of Jack Hanna, Steve Irwin, and Jeff Corwin.

And, like, I really enjoyed animals and knew that I wanted to work with animals in some capacity.

I didn't know it was possible for me to be a wildlife conservationist or a biologist because all the people growing up around me who were Black or people of color that worked with animals, they were either vets or farmers.

And even working or living next to Zoo Atlanta, like, there was no Black people working with any of the animals.

What is this Critter series that you've created? Talk to us about this series and let us know what has been the most rewarding and challenging parts of being an outdoor educator.