Leah Thayer Email & Phone Number

Bozeman, Montana, United States

Bozeman, Montana, United States

- Spearhead management and coordination of low-tech processed-based restoration (LTPBR)/ beaver mimicry projects in degraded streams in Montana, through a partnership between WWF’s Northern Great Plains program and Montana Conservation Corps Big Sky Watershed Corps Program- Boost WWF's Sustainable Ranching Initiative team in their vision to protect the vital grasslands of the Northern Great Plains by bridging the gap between conservation and responsible land management, working hand-in-hand with local agricultural communities to ensure the continued survival of both this precious ecosystem and the livelihoods of the people living here- Collaborate on grant writing and research- Compose online and in-person outreach, education, and communications materials- Plan and execute in-person outreach and volunteer events

Bozeman, Montana, United States

Big Sky Watershed Corps (BSWC) is an AmeriCorps program that places young professionals in Montana’s watershed communities to make a measurable difference in local conservation initiatives.- Serving as a member of the Big Sky Watershed Corps individual placement program in the community of Bozeman, Montana, for the World Wildlife Fund: Northern Great Plains field program and Sustainable Ranching Initiative-Participating in projects focused on grassland conservation, resource management, community engagement, and science communications-Coordinating mesic restoration field projects, building beaver dam analog structures (BDAs) on rangelands in Montana's Northern Great Plains region-Key tasks involve field crew scheduling and materials planning, permitting, grant writing, and restoration project execution in the field-Participating in technical trainings in outreach and education, grant writing & management, hydrologic field techniques, and GIS

Arcata, California, United States

- Collected wildlife eDNA samples of 20+ survey sites in remote areas of the Northern California Coast.- Performed amphibian field research through visual surveys of streams and wetlands for threatened foothill yellow-legged frogs and northern red-legged frogs- Diligently recorded and analyzed observations- Collaborated on manuscript writing and data analysis

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

- Writer for Colorado College student-run independent newspaper- Specializing in local news, environment, and active/outdoor life

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

- Fostered relationships with students to strengthen residential community, assess the needs of residents, and support individual learning and community development- Responded to all situations in a calm, professional manner

Hailey, Idaho, United States

- Served as baker’s assistant and retail team member at small business specializing in artisanal bread- Exhibited excellent customer service and hospitality

Hailey, Idaho, United States

- Conducted several field research projects; postfire sagebrush and sage grouse ecosystem monitoring, cattle/rangeland conservation, monitoring beaver dam analogues - Collaborated on featured article on pg. 218-219 of January 2020 issue of SVPN magazine “Protecting Idaho’s Wild Legacy”- Maintained, repaired, and lead outreach at several Nature Conservancy preserves

Sun Valley, Idaho, United States

- Youth Supervisor for major business and political figures at prestigious annual retreat- Ensured safety and enjoyment of program participants

Sun Valley, Idaho, United States

- CPR & First-Aid certified as of 2018- Conducted office and front desk responsibilities in addition to lifeguard duties