About Me

Photo credit: Jessica Kimzey

I was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado. I moved to Wyoming as a young adult, and have called it home since. I enjoy sharing my love of nature and science with students of all ages. I have a passion for the American West. I am a strong supporter of young people, especially in 4-H and rodeo.

EDUCATION

Masters of Science - Education  Walden University 2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education, University of Wyoming 2003
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Communications,  University
                                      of Wyoming 1991

AWARDS / RECOGNITION

WILLA Award - Scholarly Non-Fiction, 2017
Wyoming State Historical Society - 2nd place Non-fiction   Publication 2017
Best of the West - True West Magazine 2017
African Violet Association Best Article - Top Four, 2016
ACPE Education Super Hero 2009
Wyoming Biology Teacher of the Year, 2007
University of Wyoming Honor Roll
Phi Beta Phi Honor Society
Gamma Sigma Delta Agricultural Honor Society
National Dog Writers Association, Certificate of Merit