Neil Popko

Neil is a facilitator of learning and is passionate about connecting with the outdoors through art, play and a sense of wonder. His deep gratitude and respect for the natural world comes from his passion for gardening, surfing and spending most of his spare time in the waters of the Pacific Ocean and Salish Sea. Through his work with Sierra Club BC, he is dedicated to helping others creatively engage with their environment to encourage understanding and compassion for the land we share, especially youth and children.

Neil holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in geography and visual arts from the University of Victoria. He was born on Niitsitapi territory, into a family of Norwegian and English descent.