Meet Tabitha Kraack, who was born and raised in North Idaho and calls Harrison her hometown. Summer is her favorite season because you’ll find her running, biking, paddle boarding, in the mountains hiking or trying to golf.

Tabitha enjoys many hobbies, going on adventures and giving back to her community. She loves live music and believes she should have grown up in the ’70s (the best decade for music). The most important thing to Tabitha is her family and friends — she wouldn’t be where she is without them.

Generation: I am an elder millennial and proud of it. I love being part of one of the greatest generations. This generation can appreciate a time with no technology and also knows how important it is we use many forms of social media.

Career and community involvement: I started my nonprofit career with the Boys and Girls Clubs in Clarkston, Wash., then moved to the Boys and Girls Club in Billings, Mont., and in 2014 came home to work for the Boys and Girls Club of Kootenai County. I then went to work for the Children's Village as their gift officer, working with donors and fundraisers. In December, I accepted the position as the executive director of the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation. I love working with and partnering with many organizations in Kootenai County such as Kootenai County Police and Fire Memorial Foundation, Distinguished Young Women, CDA Skate Park, Bike CDA, Lake City Bike Collective, Boys and Girls Club, Coeur d’Love and Children’s Village.

Parental status: Proud parent of an aloe plant.

1. How and why did you become the executive director of the North Idaho Centennial Trail Foundation?

I have always been in love with the North Idaho Centennial Trail and call it a second home. I feel I have a dream job doing what I love. I get to be active outside, connect with the community and be a part of some of the best events in our city. I also love that I work with a board that is very passionate about the trail and supports the new and creative ideas I bring to the NICTF.

2. Why do you feel the Centennial Trail is such an important part of our community?

The trail is the heart of this beautiful city. The NICTF connects many communities and people together. I am passionate about health and fitness and know this is one of the key pieces in our community that supports active lifestyles. We also have so many amazing events and races here and without this trail, they wouldn’t exist.

3. What other hats do you wear?

I also do public relations for different people and companies. I have helped build brands, run events and volunteer for many local charities.

4. What is something people would be surprised to learn about you?

I love to do things to the extreme, from running a 50K in the mountains to helping my friend write his first book. I love to play and watch most sports, but I also read poetry books every day.

5. If you could share some wisdom with your fellow North Idahoans, what would it be?

Take care of North Idaho and do your part in making it better. Help keep it clean, welcome positive changes and be kind to your neighbors. Leave it better than you found it.

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Devin Weeks can be reached by email: [email protected] Follow her on Twitter: @DevinCDAPress