Cassidy (she/her) grew up spending her summers at her family cabin in Nestor Falls. She enjoys backcountry camping, paddling, waterskiing, fishing, and practically any outdoor activity that can be done in the area. Her appreciation for the environment started at a young age and translated into a Bachelor of Environmental Studies at the University of Manitoba.
Cassidy started with LOWDSA in January of 2021 as the Environmental Program Coordinator Intern and moved into a new role as the internship came to an end. Her passion and specialized study is Environmental Education, a great fit as LOWDSA’s Education and Outreach Manager – a position part of a partnership between LOWDSA and IISD-Experimental Lakes Area and the two organizations’ shared goal of reaching youth in the Lake of the Woods area with science and stewardship.
Cassidy has strong work experience in interpretation, outreach, and public relations through working with Manitoba Sustainable Development and IISD-Experimental Lakes Area. She enjoys working with the public on environmental topics, particularly her time with students and other youth audiences.
Cassidy has been very involved in the environmental community, perhaps most notably volunteering as the President of The Environment and Geography Students’ Association at the University of Manitoba.
The value of the area’s beauty and sustainability is close to Cassidy’s heart and will remain a top priority in her work with LOWDSA. You can expect to see her out on the water in her bright yellow kayak in the summer and moving across the snow on her cross-country skies in the winter. Make sure to give her a wave or spark up a conversation!