Each camper will be part of a small field group based on age for their week at camp. Groups are led by members of our education team with help from Junior Naturalists, our teen volunteers. Our education team members are all well-trained and experienced environmental educators chosen for their expertise and commitment to improving the world by facilitating meaningful learning experiences in nature. In addition to their dedication, our education staff are CPR and first aid certified.
UWBG Summer Camp Leadership Team
Kim Daniel (she/her), Summer Camp Supervisor
Kim began her career teaching and managing environmental education programs in Georgia, Tennessee, and Ohio. Joining the University of Washington Botanic Gardens team in 2018, Kim oversees the education programs for youth and families at the Washington Park Arboretum and the Center for Urban Horticulture. Her job is mostly behind the scenes but you’ll see her at check in or check out. Kim loves knitting, crocheting, baking, and exploring the many parks and natural spaces of the Pacific Northwest.
Kelly Lindmark (she/her), Summer Camp Director
Kelly was born and raised in Seattle and has many fond memories of time spend outdoors in and around Washington. She began her career as an elementary school teacher with Seattle Public Schools. While teaching, she pursued graduate studies and earned a Master of Arts degree in Biology, where her focus was on connecting people to local greenspaces and wildlife. Her graduate studies inspired to make a career change to informal science education. She has worked for several non-profits in Western Washington and highlights of these positions included leading explorations of ponds, teaching about water conservation and pollution prevention practices, facilitating student-led research into local carnivores, training educators on teaching science in their schoolyards, and leading graduate school classes. Kelly joined UWBG in spring 2022 and is excited for another camp season this summer. Outside of UWBG, Kelly enjoys reading historical fiction, cooking and baking, birdwatching, and venturing outdoors to places near and far.
Kat Harward (she/her), Summer Camp Program Assistant
Kat is originally from the East Coast, but she has lived in Seattle for the past few years. After a year working with high school students in Philadelphia, Kat relocated to the Seattle area to pursue her Masters in Education (Curriculum & Instruction) at UW. During her time as a student at UW, Kat managed her schoolwork while also teaching at an outdoor education center on Bainbridge Island. Kat is thrilled to bring what she’s learned to the School & Family Programs team at the UW Botanic Gardens! Outside of work, Kat enjoys catching up with family and friends, taking long walks, and baking cakes!