Staff

Leo Helm, Water Quality Technician

Leo grew up in Portland, and first began learning about public land management issues while working on a conservation crew with Northwest Youth Corps. They graduated from Southern Oregon University in 2025 with a degree in Environmental Science & Policy, and earned a certificate in Geospatial Science. Leo strongly believes in community-led organization and environmental protections as a force for human rights, and is excited to begin as an intern and help bring together new and long-time supporters of the wild.

You can find Leo working on the Rogue Buzzway project with Pollinator Project Rogue Valley, volunteering out in the community, and playing banjo.

Contact Leo: intern@kswild.org

Jen Aguayo, Program Manager

Jen first discovered the Klamath-Siskiyou region while getting her B.S. in Environmental Studies at SOU in Ashland. She fell in love with the complex bio-region and spectacular rivers of Southern Oregon and Northern California and worked with KS Wild as a community canvasser in her last year at SOU.

Over the years, Jen’s work has spanned the full landscape of environmental engagement—from her work as a field biologist, to conservation education with the National Park Service to coordinating large-scale advocacy initiatives, and co-managing a vibrant community nature center. She has led projects focused on habitat restoration, sustainability planning, and youth education, building bridges between local action and broader environmental policy. Woven through her work is a consistent dedication to water protection and inspiring people to take an active role as stewards of their watersheds and ecosystems - connecting partners, educators, and communities to protect the beautiful places we love.

When she’s not working, you can find Jen hiking, skiing, paddling, gardening, and sharing stories that celebrate the connections between people and the natural world.

Pronouns: she/her

Contact Jen: jen@rogueriverkeeper.org