Founder, Board President

Britt Ferland, MSN, RN, AHN-BC, NC-BC is the visionary behind Rangeley Wild, where her lifelong love of animals, deep-rooted connection to the Rangeley region, and passion for healing converge. A stage IV pediatric cancer survivor, Britt has always felt called to do something meaningful with her life—and creating a sanctuary for wildlife and wildness has become the realization of that purpose.

With over 12 years of experience as a registered nurse, dual board certifications in holistic and nurse coaching, and a business foundation from Babson College, Britt brings a rare blend of compassion, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit. She spent childhood summers immersed in the woods and waters of Rangeley, inspired by nature documentaries and dreaming of a future spent protecting animals. Today, she channels that dream into action—promising to pour her heart and soul into building a place that honors the wild in all of us.

Board Treasurer

Originally from Maine, Michelle is a summer resident of Rangeley and makes her year-round home in West Palm Beach, Florida. She brings 38 years of experience in the animal health industry and currently serves as the Executive Director of M&A Integrations for Momentum Youth Brands.

Throughout her career, Michelle has led teams, driven operational growth, and guided complex business transitions. Her deep-rooted love for animals and connection to the Rangeley community made joining the Rangeley Wild Board of Directors a meaningful opportunity. She is excited to help build a strong foundation for the organization and support its mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect the wild animals of the region.

Board Director

Amy’s love for Maine runs deep. Growing up in Sidney, she spent her summers roaming the forests around her family’s camp on Chase Stream Pond, where her passion for nature first took root. When the camp was sold, she found herself drawn to the rugged beauty of Maine’s western mountains, eventually settling in Rangeley in 2014.

With a degree in Fisheries Biology & Management and Environmental Analysis from Unity College, Amy has built a well-rounded career in environmental science, GIS, and regulatory compliance. She’s tackled everything from environmental reporting and waste characterization to water quality monitoring, even serving as a field and technical liaison during a major Maine river study. Her expertise in state and federal environmental regulations has helped guide successful compliance projects, and now, she’s excited to bring her knowledge—and her love of wildlife—to Rangeley Wild.

Board Secretary

Linda Amatucci is a Biology teacher with the Department of Youth Services in Worcester, Massachusetts, and a proud U.S. military veteran, having served 22 years in the Air National Guard. She is passionate about helping students connect science to the real world, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the natural environment. Linda has a lifelong appreciation for animals and believes wildlife deserves the opportunity to live healthy lives in their natural habitats, which has inspired her growing interest in conservation.

She believes strongly in responsible stewardship and the importance of maintaining healthy, balanced ecosystems for future generations. Linda and her family have been visiting Rangeley for over 25 years and own property in Rangeley Plantation, where time spent outdoors has become a meaningful and grounding part of their lives. Her connection to the region and its wildlife made joining Rangeley Wild a natural fit.

Linda finds peace in nature—especially while quietly observing wildlife and appreciating the small details of the natural world. She is currently working toward becoming a certified wildlife rehabilitator so she can play a more direct role in caring for injured animals and helping return them to the wild. Through her involvement with Rangeley Wild, she hopes to give back to a place that has meant so much to her family while helping protect the wildlife and natural resources that make the Rangeley region so special.

Board Member

Caroleen McKenzie “Mac” Dudley brings a lifelong passion for wildlife, conservation, and the outdoors. Raised near the White Mountain National Forest, she began caring for injured and displaced wildlife at a young age—an early calling that continues to shape her work today.

In 1985, Mac and her husband, Steve, purchased their camp in Rangeley Plantation, where they were married in 1987. After a 20-year career as an industrial quality assurance inspector, they retired and made Rangeley their permanent home in 1999. Since then, Mac has dedicated more than two decades to volunteer service with organizations including the Rangeley Region Guides and Sportsman’s Association, Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust, Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, and the United States Forest Service.

Her commitment to conservation is deeply rooted in family history—her grandparents served as Forest Rangers in the early 1900s, a legacy she carries forward in her work as a Backcountry Wilderness Ranger with the U.S. Forest Service. Her work has included wildlife data collection, conservation education, habitat and species protection efforts, and hands-on fieldwork alongside biologists. She is also the author of Where the Wild River Flows and was later featured in Northern Woodlands, where excerpts from both her interview and book were highlighted.

Today, Mac is a Registered Maine Guide and owner of Mountain High Backcountry Guide Service, specializing in wildlife viewing. She remains actively involved in trail maintenance with the Appalachian Mountain Club and the U.S. Forest Service, continuing her lifelong commitment to protecting the wilderness she calls home.