John Oakes

John Oakes is an experienced professional in avian biology and conservation, currently serving as an On Call Avian Biologist and Field Ornithologist at Cell Tower Osprey Management since March 2024. Oakes has been a Greenhouse Operator at District Farms since August 2021, where responsibilities include coordinating plant harvests and managing food safety programs. Additionally, Oakes has contributed as a Conservation Certification Reviewer for the Wildlife Habitat Council since May 2019, promoting habitat conservation on corporate lands. Previous roles include Hydroponic Farm Manager at Three Forks Local, Restoration Coordinator at Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, and Public Relations Coordinator for the Monmouth Conservation Foundation. Oakes has a background in environmental sciences, holding degrees from the University of Delaware and Rutgers University.