Katie Boula |
Katie is an archaeologist, wildlife biologist and long-time resident of La Grande. After obtaining her
Master’s Degree in Wildlife Science from Oregon State, she began her career with the US Forest Service in Washington DC. A move to the Umatilla National Forest gave her the chance to re-locate to La Grande, and 20+ years later she is still amazed at the natural beauty and diversity of northeastern Oregon. In 2006 Katie completed a Master’s Degree in Archaeology from Washington State University and began a new career as a consulting archaeologist. Years of studying and managing flora and fauna in northeastern Oregon informs her understanding of how people interacted with natural resources in the distant past, and how changes in patterns of resource use have altered the physical landscapes of the area and the biological communities that depend on those landscapes. In addition to her work with BMC, Katie serves as Chair of the Design Committee for La Grande Main Street, and as a member of the La Grande Historic Landmarks Commission. When not busy with one of the above, she is likely to be hiking, biking, traveling, studying Italian, or cheering on her favorite soccer teams from the stands (Go Thorns!). |