Natalie Graveline

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.

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

Mackenzie's Bio

Mackenzie graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Secondary Education, specializing in chemistry and earth and atmospheric sciences.

Driven by a passion for teaching and a love for the natural world, her goal is to inspire all to explore science through outdoor and hands-on experiences. Whether it’s hiking up a trail, paddleboarding across a lake or camping in the mountains, Mackenzie faces the outdoors with infectious enthusiasm.

Mackenzie believes that learning should also be an adventure, and that science can be a blast in and out of the classroom!

Braeden's Bio

Braeden graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences and Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science from the University of Calgary.

With Braeden’s science classroom teaching experience, he strives to bring relevant hands-on learning opportunities to students and teachers alike. He loves “light-bulb moments” from students and encourages everyone to make authentic connections with the real world.

Braeden brings enthusiasm and a love for nature to every program he leads—always ready with a nature pun whenever he can sneak one in! Outside of work, Braeden enjoys hiking, baking sourdough, and playing disc golf.

• Former Director - Calgary Region Airshed Zone