Heather J Hansen

Heather Hansen is an award-winning author and journalist who writes and speaks on topics at the intersection of people, places and science. Her journalism has appeared in newspapers and magazines from San Francisco to Johannesburg. She is the author of "Wildfire: On the Front Lines with Station 8" and "Prophets and Moguls, Rangers and Rogues, Bison and Bears: 100 Years of the National Park Service." Hansen regularly seeks solitude near her home in Colorado's Rocky Mountains. Her current book is "Solitude: The Science and Power of Being Alone."

Awards: American Society of Journalists and Authors, Society of Environmental Journalists and the Colorado Authors' League

Stories of Our Unforgettable Places

Our national parks are much more than awe-inspiring places to visit. Parks have been inspiring artists and amplifying the stories of America for generations. Join this group of travel writers, historians, and public lands enthusiasts as they discuss their paths to exploring the stories of our parks.

National Parks Experience Stage (Seats 146, Wheelchair accessible)  
Sun, Mar 16, 10:00 am - 10:55 am
Nature / Environment
Signing area: Sales & Signing Area - National Parks (following presentation)  

Panelists: Heather Hansen, Douglas Leen, Roger Naylor
Moderator: David Wegner
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Western National Parks Association

Self-Discovery and Solitude

Humans have a strong need for connection, and times when solitude is necessary. Authors Sadie Dingfelder and Heather Hansen will share their research into the science behind how we recognize and connect with others, and how solitude can play a necessary role in our lives.

Science City - Main Stage (Seats 195)  
Sun, Mar 16, 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm
Science / Medicine / Technology
Signing area: Sales & Signing Area - Science City (following presentation)  

Panelists: Sadie Dingfelder, Heather Hansen
Moderator: David Fenster
Sponsors: Session made possible courtesy of Research Corporation for Science Advancement, Roche Tissue Diagnostics

Books:

Solitude

The Science and Power of Being Alone
Science / Medicine / Technology
Cambridge University Press
April 2024
ISBN 9781009256605
300 pages

Prophets and Moguls, Rangers and Rogues, Bison and Bears

100 Years of the National Park Service
Nature / Environment
Mountaineers Books
January 2015
ISBN 9781594858888
350 pages