Kari Rae Doerr, the author of The Return of the Barr Lake Bald Eagles - Nelda's Journey, An Endangered Species Success Story, is a passionate wildlife enthusiast and conservationist. Raised in Coon Valley, Wisconsin, she cultivated a deep love for nature and wildlife. This love led her to work as a District Wildlife Manager, Habitat Biologist, and National Park guide. Kari has worn many hats, including real estate broker and ski instructor, but her heart always returned to wildlife conservation. Now living in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Kari continues her work through her writing, hoping to inspire others to appreciate and protect our natural world.