Journeying
into the forest has brought Cynthia Fain more wisdom than she attained from
her college degree. Hiking on woodland deer trails, communing with ducks
at the park, and being charmed by the animals of Ancient Oak wove a web of stories
into Cynthia’s life. After graduating from the University of Maryland with a degree in Government and Politics, she pursued work in animal protection organizations. Ms. Fain worked for Friends of Animals in 1989, at their Washington, D.C. office. Serving as the assistant to the legislative director, she monitored and reported on important legislative activity relating to animal protection issues.
In 1995 she was hired by the American Humane Association. Working out of their Capitol Hill office, she served as an assistant to the legislative director. The American Humane Association is dedicated to the protection of animals and children.
Cynthia worked for the Fund for Animals in 2002. The Fund is one of the nation’s most prominent wildlife protection groups. Volunteer work included an internship with the Maryland Environmental Trust. This is a state government agency that puts land under conservation easements. Her knowledge of land trust issues was greatly enhanced by this experience.
From 1991 through 1995 she served as a member of the Montgomery Village Environmental Committee. While a member of this committee she monitored many environmental and wildlife issues. This committee made recommendations to the Montgomery Village Board of Directors. Participation in rescuing injured wildlife was part of her mission while serving on the Montgomery Village Wildlife Rescue Team.
She is currently working on a sequel to Mystical Animals of Ancient Oak.