Lisa has lived in wild, beautiful places as long as she can remember. The tidal pools, coastal rainforests, and friendly rural communities of Northwest British Columbia shaped her sense of place, passion, and commitment to caring for the world. Lisa has been involved in writing and publishing for the last 20 years and has been the Publisher/Editor in Chief of TheGreenGazette for the past 6 years in the Cariboo Region. She has volunteered with numerous conservation groups and worked as a field technician doing forestry, fisheries, bird, and plant studies. She holds certificates in Professional Publication Writing, Magazine Publishing, and Eco Adventure Tourism. Lisa attempts to juggle her passion for writing, photography, and activism with time outside exploring wild places. Nature is by far her favourite and most inspiring teacher. 
Myka Kollmann’s Rivershed Story Myka Kollmann grew up in the Bronx, New York and has lived in Vancouver for the past 13 years. She is currently a fourth-year undergrad at UBC studying social justice and environmental studies. Myka enjoys working…
Sammy Penner’s Rivershed Story Sammy Penner’s love for the natural world began at an early age. She grew up in an outdoorsy family and has been surrounded by nature all her life. She’s always felt connected to the water. Sammy’s…
Sasha Makhneva’s Rivershed Story Sasha Makhneva is an environmental science student at Simon Fraser University with many creative talents and interests such as singing, art, drawing, and music. She loves to explore and go on epic adventures. Originally from Russia…
Ella Parker’s Rivershed Story Ella Parker has always loved rivers, even before participating in the Rivershed Society of BC’s Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP) in the summer of 2018. She grew up in the Yukon and has extensive river experience, including…
