Mackenzie Wegewitz

Lainey's Bio

Lainey (she/her) grew up in a small town outside of Edmonton and has always been a nerd for nature! Her love for all creatures, furry, slimy, and everything in between, inspired her to pursue an education in Conservation Biology.

Nothing makes Lainey happier than telling everyone about random nature facts that are always ready in her back pocket! She loves teaching students and teachers about how even the smallest critters can make the biggest difference.

Outside of work she loves hiking, kayaking, attempting to ID plants and bugs, and enjoying a good book with a large cup of coffee.

Julie's Bio

Growing up in Calgary and on Vancouver Island, and now living in Edmonton, Julie spends as much time as she can outside, whether that’s hiking, camping, surfing, cross country skiing, or birdwatching.

Her love for the outdoors led her to pursue a degree in Environmental Science. While in university, she discovered her passion for Environmental Education, and she loves creating meaningful and memorable experiences for both students and teachers.

Dan's Bio

Dan (he/him) is a born-and-raised Calgarian who has spent the majority of his professional career eating his way through the Canadian food and beverage scene.

Although he was initially in search of great-tasting food, what he found instead was a passion for both the environment and his local community.

When Dan isn’t working, you can likely find him shooting hoops on a neighbourhood basketball court, riding his bike through Calgary’s vast pathway network, or exploring the wonder of the Canadian Rockies. 

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