Nina Branwen

Nina Halsted is the Community Engagement and Communications Coordinator at the Cheshire County Conservation District. Nina grew up in a small county nestled within the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Growing up surrounded by nature, she recognized the importance of ecological stewardship. Through her professional work, she became interested in the positive impacts that community engagement and working lands can have on restoring our natural world.

Nina received her BA in Environmental Studies from the University of Colorado - Boulder in 2021. Following her degree, she worked as a Program Manager and Administrator for the Edens Rose Foundation in Albany, New York, on urban food systems and capacity-building projects. Before working for CCCD, Nina worked in adult education and simultaneously pursued certification to become a Conservation Planner through the Farm Force Program. During her five-month service period, she was able to work on farms within VT, NH, and the US Virgin Islands. In her free time, Nina enjoys growing food in her garden, spending time outdoors, creating multimedia art, and listening to podcasts or audiobooks.

Nina is passionate about her role at CCCD because it allows her to connect with members of the Cheshire County community, hear their stories, and be an integral part of bridging community engagement with conservation!

Contact Nina: nina@cheshireconservation.org or (802) 400-3660