Jonathan PaklaianExecutive DirectorFor over ten years, Jonathan has conducted fieldwork and managed environmental resource projects across the western U.S. This interdisciplinary experience includes working for multiple consulting firms and NGOs, the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the USGS. Jonathan is excited to continue his collaborative work in the Arkansas Basin, where he hopes to facilitate meaningful, watershed-wide projects for the communities and ecosystems of the region.
In his free time, Jonathan can often be found exploring public lands, fishing, hunting, backpacking, cycling, or relaxing with some fiction. He holds an M.S. in Environmental Sciences and Policy from Northern Arizona University. |
Sam KaelinLake County Watershed CoordinatorSam comes to ARWC with a strong passion for natural resources and watershed protection and brings a diverse set of experiences working in environmental non-profits and outdoor education. As a member of the Leadville community, Sam is keenly aware of the value that lies in a healthy, well managed, watershed and of the many challenges that this area faces. He is excited to take on ARWC projects in Lake County, building meaningful partnerships and collaborating across organizations to continue to serve the growing needs of the Arkansas River Watershed. Sam received a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from Middlebury College and a Master’s in Environmental Science and Policy from Johns Hopkins University.
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