This week’s Outreach Highlight features Lana, a passionate Conservation Ambassador who took a creative and community-centered approach to sharing what she learned through the Wildlife Leadership Academy. Lana’s outreach was rooted in her desire to educate others, whether standing in front of a group or simply exploring nature with loved ones. She used every opportunity to connect with others in her community.
Lana presented on bear safety at the 5th Masonic District picnic.
Throughout the year, Lana transformed everyday experiences into educational ones. At a family reunion picnic, Lana delivered a speech focused on black bear ecology. While vacationing, she guided her family through the Virginia Safari Park and Natural Bridge State Park. On these trips and others—including a Thanksgiving hike to Sharp Top Point in Lycoming County—Lana developed a nature photography portfolio, showcasing everything from black bear habitats to the winter beauty of the Pennsylvania mountains.
Lana and her family visited Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia.
Lana captured this photo (along with many others) while hiking to Sharp Top Point in Lycoming County.
Back at home, Lana remained committed to giving back. As a volunteer with the Friends of Hibernia, she took part in multiple nights of historical mansion tours – helping bring history and local heritage to life for visitors. She also pitched in to decorate the mansion and grounds for the holidays!
Lana volunteered to clean up and decorate the mansion and grounds of Hibernia Park in preparation for holiday tours.
Lana supported her broader community as well. She participated in a cleanup and maintenance project at Brandywine Battlefield and helped organize a community food drive with the Centennial Chapter of DeMolay.
Lana participated in a cleanup and maintenance project at the Brandywine Battlefield.
Lana’s outreach efforts reflect a thoughtful blend of conservation education, historical appreciation, and community service. Her commitment to engaging others, whether on a hike, at a State Park, or during a festive tour, makes her a wonderful example of what it means to be a Wildlife Leadership Academy Conservation Ambassador.
Outreach Highlight – Lana Connects Conservation with Community
Posted: May 17, 2025 by Katie Mace
This week’s Outreach Highlight features Lana, a passionate Conservation Ambassador who took a creative and community-centered approach to sharing what she learned through the Wildlife Leadership Academy. Lana’s outreach was rooted in her desire to educate others, whether standing in front of a group or simply exploring nature with loved ones. She used every opportunity to connect with others in her community.
Throughout the year, Lana transformed everyday experiences into educational ones. At a family reunion picnic, Lana delivered a speech focused on black bear ecology. While vacationing, she guided her family through the Virginia Safari Park and Natural Bridge State Park. On these trips and others—including a Thanksgiving hike to Sharp Top Point in Lycoming County—Lana developed a nature photography portfolio, showcasing everything from black bear habitats to the winter beauty of the Pennsylvania mountains.
Back at home, Lana remained committed to giving back. As a volunteer with the Friends of Hibernia, she took part in multiple nights of historical mansion tours – helping bring history and local heritage to life for visitors. She also pitched in to decorate the mansion and grounds for the holidays!
Lana supported her broader community as well. She participated in a cleanup and maintenance project at Brandywine Battlefield and helped organize a community food drive with the Centennial Chapter of DeMolay.
Lana’s outreach efforts reflect a thoughtful blend of conservation education, historical appreciation, and community service. Her commitment to engaging others, whether on a hike, at a State Park, or during a festive tour, makes her a wonderful example of what it means to be a Wildlife Leadership Academy Conservation Ambassador.
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