Jessie Yuhaniak

Jessie is the Senior Manager of Marketing for NWF, located at HQ in Reston, VA. She works with groups across the organization to spread the word about the wonderful work taking place across the Federation. She has a BS in Integrated Marketing Communications from Ithaca College and perpetually has her nose in a book.

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Dynamic Wildlife Duos

By Jessie Yuhaniak | February 13, 2017

We’ve all heard the sayings about human pairs, but wildlife pairs make for some adorable competition. And since this year’s National Wildlife Photo Contest is open as we celebrate Valentine’s …

Inspiration for a New Generation of Conservationists

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 13, 2016

As we celebrate the members that make a difference across the nation for National Wildlife Week, I’m again reminded of how important it is to ensure we engage students to …

Bringing Wildlife Photography to Life

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 13, 2016

There are some things you never forget when you truly experience nature around you. The rush of excitement, the smells, the sounds, who you were with — it cements itself into your memory. …

A Stroll Through the Philadelphia Flower Show

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 10, 2016

Started in 1829 by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Philadelphia Flower Show is the largest horticultural event in the U.S. Each year, the show “introduces the newest plant varieties, garden …

5 Under 5: Add (Lightweight) Fun To Your Campout

By Jessie Yuhaniak | June 27, 2015

Now that Great American Campout season is underway, I’ve got outdoor fun on my mind! As much as I love to unplug and relax when I’m out on the trail, …

Family Fun Tips for the Great American Campout

By Jessie Yuhaniak | June 19, 2015

Starting June 27, National Wildlife Federation is kicking off a season of camping with this year’s Great American Campout. You may have seen our new spokesperson, wildlife fan and great …

National Wildlife Week: Salmon Free in the Heart of Portland

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 10, 2015

Oregon’s two largest spring Chinook salmon runs, located in the Columbia and Willamette rivers, connect in the city of Portland.Chinook salmon, a keystone species, are a source of great economic, …

National Wildlife Week: Going Batty in Austin, TX

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 10, 2015

At Bat Conservation International in Austin, TX, Dianne Odegard is education and public outreach manager. At home, as a bat rehabilitator, she can have 7-8 native species of insectivorous bats …

National Wildlife Week: Banks of “America’s Forgotten River” Become Home for Bald Eagles

By Jessie Yuhaniak | March 9, 2015

Earth Conservation Corps, NWF’s District of Columbia affiliate, has been hard at work restoring the wetland and riparian habitat along America’s “forgotten river,” the Anacostia, at Diamond Teague Park. Over …

National Wildlife Week: Baltimore Community Habitat Steps Up for a Healthy Bay