Jackson Zimmerman

Jackson has been an Expedition Leader in Alaska, Baja, British Columbia and on the Columbia River since 2004. He came to Lindblad with a background as an educator, researcher, and naturalist with training primarily in geography, as well as anthropology, animal behavior, and horticulture.

His professional interests are focused on human-environment interactions, particularly issues related to the Pacific Salmon fishery, the development of sustainable, humane and equitable food systems, maintenance of biodiversity, and environmental justice. Ecosystem-based fishery management investigates the physical, biological, economic, and social interactions among all the components of the salmon industry — in recent years, so few salmon have been found living in the ocean and river along the Pacific Coast, that the government has come close to canceling the traditional salmon fishing season from April to November.

Drawn from a young age to beautiful landscapes, Jackson has always been happiest outside. Hiking, organic gardening, bird watching, nature photography and travel are among his favorite activities. His work onboard Lindblad vessels is motivated by the joy he finds in exploring the natural world and sharing the experience with others, while simultaneously contributing to environmental conservation. He believes that through education we can help ensure that the next generation of naturalists and conservationists help steward our environment. 

Jackson makes his home with his dog and two cats in the rolling farm country of southwest Wisconsin.