Hollis Hillhouse biked into our first site at Picnic Point, back in 2011. Curious of Nitza Wagoners’ greening work, and our Green Guerillas’ Youth Tillers’ partners composting and triking adventures, it was our 12 hens and 3 roosters in their strides and tribulations that arrested her.
When asked if she would like to come on another day and lend a hand, her response was “I have to think about it, but I most likely will”.
Fast forward 7 years, and Hollis has become one of our most dedicated volunteers. Taking on leadership roles in just about every area of our work (save for worms) she co-chairs our Board’s animal care committee, helping steer decisions on animal husbandry and wifery. In fact, Hollis co-wrote our chicken book! Most recently, she played the role of Dr. Bubblefoot, MD – assisting in the care and healing of one of our hens. With her devotion, our hen (pictured above) is on the mend!
You can find Hollis leading animal care at the Center on Wednesdays with her best bud Tomoe, or assisting Sarah in the Lavender Field.
By Marisa DeDominicis