Pursuing a PhD in marine conservation, Clare balances her academic work with hands-on environmental efforts. Locally she participates in group runs, trail work and cleanups, prioritising in-person action over digital activism. She’s also involved with Running Up For Air events, raising awareness and funds for clean air organisations. Living in Colorado, with bad ground level ozone and wildfires, working towards cleaner air has been a focus for as long as Clare has been running professionally.

As a Patagonia ambassador and Protect Our Winters (POW) athlete, Clare also champions climate action. She has testified on Colorado’s air quality and renewable energy bills, and consistently emphasises voting as a crucial part of environmental advocacy. She also supports Runners For Public Lands, an organisation combining trail work with federal-level environmental policy advocacy.

Through her racing and activism, Clare continues to inspire and educate others about protecting land, water and all living things. Learn more about Clare on her website.