About Us

Steven Eyster

Our Story

Steven Eyster is a Florida Native originally from North Fort Myers, Florida and now resides in the Tampa Bay Area. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Policy from the University of South Florida in 2016. After the completion of his degree, he went on to become an ISA certified arborist as well as Tree Risk Assessment Qualified in 2020.

Steven has always had a love for conservation and nature. At a young age he found a passion for the outdoors through being in the Boy Scouts of America, where he became an eagle scout. He continued to nurture this passion when he obtained his degree from the University of South Florida. While he attended USF, he interned at an environmentally focused charter school where he learned to work with kids and share his knowledge passing it on to the next generation. After graduating with his bachelors, he went into the municipal forestry field where he continued to work and hone his skills.

Featured Instructors

Sean Murphy

Is a proud graduate of the University of South Florida where he earned a BS in Environmental Policy and Science. He has over 10 years experience working in AZA accredited zoos, where he focused on handling and caring for exotic reptiles. He currently is an operations and reptile manger at Preuss Pets.

Ian Appow

In 2019, Ian Appow established ECO System Solutions, inspired by the untapped potential of community forestry programs. Dedicated to the innovative use of forestry analytics for community betterment, Ian actively cultivates partnerships with governmental agencies, NGOs, and the wider public. Through a combined focus on nurturing strong partner relationships and harnessing advanced forestry analytics, he aids communities in reaching their sustainability milestones. At ECO, the goal is straightforward: pivot forestry programs to enhance community well-being, focusing on financial sustainability, social equity, environmental care, and personal wellness. 
 
To learn more please visit: http://eco-systemsolutions.com/.

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