Laura Pekkola

Katie's Bio

Katie (she/her) grew up in Calgary and enjoys spending her free time going out to the mountains to go hiking, camping and skiing.

Graduating from the University of Lethbridge with a degree in General Science and Science Education, she gained valuable teaching experience and is passionate about providing exciting, hands-on learning opportunities for both students and teachers.

While in university, Katie discovered a passion for environmental and outdoor education and loves to see students getting outside and learning from the environment.

Kat's Bio

Kat (she/her) hails from Calgary and spends most weekends hiking, camping, riding horses, or cross country skiing!

Inspired by the enjoyment of the outdoors and her passion for the environment, she attended Lakehead University and received an Honours Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation where she studied accessible recreation, expedition management, and rural tourism.

Kat loves teaching about wetlands and watersheds especially, so be ready to nerd out about aquatic invertebrates if you give her the chance.

• Member of the Youth and Young Professionals Committee - Bow River Basin Council

Jill's Bio

Jill has been with Inside Education since 2008. In those days you could find her leading students through Alberta’s forests, co-chairing youth summits, and learning alongside amazing teachers.

After a brief hiatus, Jill hung up her hiking boots and began working behind the scenes as our Operations Manager.  

• Acadia School Parent Advisory Society
• Director on the Acadia Community Garden and Art Society

Ilana's Bio

Armed with a degree in Environmental and Conservation Sciences from the University of Alberta, Ilana (she/her) is passionate about all things nature and sustainability.

From the vast grasslands, to the mucky bogs, Ilana has navigated all of Alberta’s ecosystems. She loves talking energy, and is eager to share her knowledge and experience in the fields of Land Reclamation and Oil and Gas with students and teachers.

In her free time, Ilana can be found reading, hiking, or practicing her photography skills.