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Dorie Klissas
Statement from Manomet Conservation Sciences on the Passing of Shiloh Schulte, PhD
June 7, 2025, PLYMOUTH, MA – We are devastated by the sudden loss of our colleague and friend, Shiloh Schulte, PhD, who died in a helicopter crash while conducting conservation work in Alaska.
Shiloh was a deeply respected member of the Manomet Conservation Sciences team, whose passion for shorebird conservation and unwavering commitment to protecting our planet inspired everyone fortunate enough to work alongside him. As the coordinator for the American Oystercatcher Recovery Program, Shiloh worked tirelessly and resourcefully, collaborating with partners along the Eastern Seaboard to help rebuild the American Oystercatcher population by 45%. Shiloh gave his life in the service of something greater than himself, dedicating himself to preserving the natural world for future generations.
Our thoughts are with Shiloh’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. We will be honoring his legacy by continuing the critical conservation work he championed with such integrity and courage. At this time, we respectfully ask for privacy for Shiloh’s family as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. We are doing everything we can to support them and our team as we grieve this heartbreaking loss.
We have created a dedicated online space where those who knew him can share messages, photos, and reflections. This memorial space is intended to honor Shiloh’s legacy and the deep connections he fostered across the shorebird conservation community. Contributions will be used to share with the family and support future remembrance efforts.
To honor the life and legacy of Dr. Shiloh Schulte, the Schulte and Bateman Families have created a GoFundMe page to help support Shiloh’s family during this incredibly difficult time, with a special focus on securing a bright future for his daughters, including assistance with their education. It will also ensure that the spirit of Shiloh’s life’s work in bird conservation lives on, by supporting efforts that reflect his passion for protecting the natural world.
Media Contact:
Dorie Klissas
dklissas@manomet.org at 917-287-5643