Niah is originally from Helena, Montana, where early exposure to the valley’s lakes, forests, and diverse wildlife sparked her interest in wildlife and conservation. Time spent recreating with family in the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest and surrounding landscapes influenced her decision to pursue a career in wildlife biology. She graduated in 2014 with a B.S. in Wildlife Biology, including a minor in Climate Change Studies, from the University of Montana in Missoula, Montana. Afterwards, Niah worked seasonally as a wildlife technician for the US Forest Service on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. In 2018, she moved to Jackson, Wyoming to work for the Bridger-Teton National Forest as a wildlife technician where she continued growing her appreciation for wildlife in the west. Niah later pursued her M.S. in Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology at Colorado State University, completing her degree in December 2024. She now uses her field experience and academic background to support the conservation efforts of Teton Regional Land Trust, contributing to stewardship of conservation easements and long-term protection of wildlife and natural landscapes.