Brooke grew up in Nebraska and spent her childhood exploring Omaha’s city parks alongside parents who taught her how to appreciate urban nature. During her undergrad at UNL, she connected with PBT co-founders through a digital imaging class that required a conservation storytelling project centered around change over time. Through her class project, Brooke realized her passions for teaching, art, and natural resource sciences could merge powerfully. Today, Brooke aims to inspire others to get outside and explore their backyards.