Conservation Director
Catherine first set eyes on Jackson Hole in 2015 on her move west to pursue graduate school at the University of Idaho, where she graduated with both a Master’s and a Ph.D. in Natural Resources. Having grown up in a small yet popular resort town in western Maryland, Catherine developed a deep understanding of the impacts that visitors and locals alike can have on the environment. She brings a unique blend of experiences having worked in both the public and private sectors, which positions her well in her role as the Conservation Director.
She has worked as a wildlife research technician in both urban and wild landscapes across the country, ski-instructed, whitewater raft-guided, holds a Teaching Certificate in environmental education, and has served as an Outdoor Recreation Planner for the Bureau of Land Management. Catherine also has a passion for education and a proven track record of volunteer and community outreach. She has designed and constructed an interpretive, accessible city pocket park (complete with interpretive signage, native wildflower garden, bat boxes, and insect hotels), facilitated a community-wide environmental stewardship event with local nonprofits, and designed and facilitated native wildlife-centered experiential learning programs for K-12 students.
As she settles into her new home in Jackson, Catherine looks forward to applying her skillset to the Conservation Alliance’s endeavors to advocate for wildlife, wild places, and responsible planning. If you’re lucky, you might spot her exploring local trails on foot or bike, calling to birds with her melodious voice (mostly crows and ravens), or searching for wildflowers deep in the Wilderness.
