Matthew Ebbott

Matthew Ebbott is a Senior Lecturer at Western Colorado University, affiliated with the Clark Family School of Environment & Sustainability and the Recreation, Exercise & Sport Science Department. He teaches courses such as Introduction to Leisure and Recreation, Principles of Outdoor Recreation, Ski Marketing & Public Relations, and Wilderness Education Ethics.

• Education: MS in Recreation, Park & Tourism Administration from Western Illinois University (2001)
• Education: BA in History and Secondary Education from John Carroll University (1995)

His research focuses on outdoor environmental education, climate action planning, and sustainable recreation systems. He contributes to interdisciplinary programs in environment & sustainability and public land management.

Ebbott integrates wilderness-based pedagogy into curriculum design, emphasizing leadership development and ecological stewardship. His work bridges recreational management with climate resilience strategies.