Kate Pinyavan

Kate’s curiosity of the wild began while being raised on a maple farm in Central NY. Surrounded by natural forests and open pastures, she developed a passion for the freedom that exploration in nature provides for children. After discovering the Hudson Valley as her home more than 20 years ago, Kate now raises two daughters and a menagerie of pets in New Paltz where they take advantage of all of the amazing hiking spots on preserved lands. She comes to Wild Earth with many years of experience in nonprofit management, focusing specifically on youth development and providing access to marginalized communities. Kate is receiving her MPA from Marist with a concentration in Ethical Leadership. In her spare time, Kate leads an inclusive Girl Scout troop, teaching young girls about leadership and the responsibility we all have to take care of our environment.