Nick Garnhart supports the VWL team as a field technician, conducting research on cavity nesting birds and arthropods, as well as creating scientific illustrations for the organization. Nick co-mentors the Cavity-Nesting Bird and Arthropod Interns as they collect data on eastern bluebirds, tree swallows, barn owls, and invertebrates. They support the organization as an in-house scientific illustrator, creating infographics and illustrations of research methods, best management practices, habitats, and the diverse organisms found in our grasslands. In collaboration with Dr. Brian Gratwicke and Nate Weisenbeck, Nick monitors frogs and toads through the use of audio moths. Nick also leads workshops and outreach events, bringing science to the community.

Nick started with VWL as an intern in 2023, and transitioned to staff in 2025. They received their BFA in Illustration, with a minor in Environmental Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University.