Makenzie Wellerdt, BA
Archaeologist
Makenzie started with Ursus as a co-op student from May 2023-August 2024. She joined the team as an Ursus archaeologist in May 2025 after completing her BA in Anthropology at the University of British Columbia-Okanagan. She has since completed a field school in Spain with a special focus on Biological Anthropology and Osteology. Her first archaeological site excavation was in Vernon, and she continues to develop her experience throughout the Southern Interior of BC. When not in the field, Makenzie enjoys hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and traveling.
Glen Richards, BA
Archaeologist
Glen joined the Ursus team as an archaeologist in spring 2024 after completing his BA in Anthropology at The University of British Columbia. He has had the privilege of working for Ursus across southern BC on various projects including in forestry for Tolko and BCTS as well as in the energy sector for BC Hydro and Fortis. When he is not working, Glen likes to experiment with new recipes in his kitchen and write his frequently neglected book.
Makenzie Wellerdt, BA
Archaeologist
Makenzie started with Ursus as a co-op student from May 2023-August 2024. She joined the team as an Ursus archaeologist in May 2025 after completing her BA in Anthropology at the University of British Columbia-Okanagan. She has since completed a field school in Spain with a special focus on Biological Anthropology and Osteology. Her first archaeological site excavation was in Vernon, and she continues to develop her experience throughout the Southern Interior of BC. When not in the field, Makenzie enjoys hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and traveling.