Tiara Chapman is the Social Media and Marketing Manager for Texan by Nature, and a passionate advocate for connecting people with nature through innovative digital spaces. Based in the Hill Country of the great state of Texas, Tiara's journey as a science communicator and parks enthusiast has taken her from the sleeping volcanoes of Alaska's Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve to the serene shores of Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area.

At the heart of Tiara's mission is the core truth that nature is for everyone, regardless of where they live or how they want to explore it. She leverages her expertise in building thriving online communities to break down barriers to outdoor recreation. She is dedicated to fostering inclusive partnerships at local, state, and federal levels to ensure everyone has access to their public lands. As a volunteer board member of organizations like the Informal Science Educators Association of Texas, ActivEnviro, and Friends of San Antonio Natural Areas, Tiara's impact extends beyond her professional work. She champions the healing and transformative power of nature, emphasizing its role in personal wellness and community building.

For the Summer 2024 issue, Tiara recommended Cicada, Shaun Tan, Lothian, 2019, 30 pages; and Goodbye to a River, John Graves, (paperback) Vintage, 2002, 320 pages.