Yellowstone National Park is one of the most accessible place to explore extreme environments and the organisms that inhabit them. Understanding life forms here provides clues for scientists searching for life elsewhere in the universe. Come join Chuck Pettigrew, Ph.D. Environmental Microbiologist, as he shares his lifelong exploration of the world’s first National Park and provides his take on “Life on the Edge”.

Certified Leave No Trace Trainer Jeanette Tacon joins Roads Rivers and Trails to lead an awareness workshop on the 7 Leave No Trace Principles. The Leave No Trace center for outdoor ethics was established in 1994 to promote conservation of the outdoors. The principles help prepare one with the skills needed to plan for and participate in outdoor activities safely and responsiblly while conserving our natural resources for the enjoyment of all.

Jeanette is a LNT Trainer, a Certified Interpretive Guide, Wilderness First Aid trained for the last 7 years, and an Ohio Volunteer Naturalist through OSU.  Jeanette is currently a Nature Ranger for the Cincinnati Nature Center who enjoys hiking, backpacking, camping, and kayaking.