Michael Bowles

He doesn’t wear a ranger’s campaign hat and he isn’t a licensed electrician or master carpenter like some maintenance mechanics, but in many ways, Michael Bowles and the team of seasonal workers like him are just as critical to the smooth operation of Lake James State Park.

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Park StaffLeslie Youngstaff
Nora Coffey

We all know Lake James State Park is a wonderful place to experience and learn about nature, and our park rangers can offer up a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the environment. Lake James is especially fortunate to have a dedicated lead Interpretation and Education ranger in Nora Coffey.

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Ranger Jamie Cameron

During May, 2011 the staff at Lake James State Park welcomed its newest member, Ranger Jamie Cameron. Along with his regular duties in stewardship, interpretation and education, law enforcement and operations, Jamie is the park’s lead natural resources ranger, volunteer coordinator and heads the recycling effort.

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Sean McElhone

Sean McElhone has been the superintendent at Lake James State Park since July of 2007. He served as superintendent at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area in New Hanover County prior to coming to Lake James.

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