Our Staff and Board

Meet the Team Behind the Land Trust of Napa County

Our dedicated staff and board members are the driving force behind the Land Trust’s mission to permanently protect Napa County’s land, water, wildlife, and natural resources for future generations. With a shared passion for conservation and deep roots in our community, this exceptional team brings together a range of expertise to safeguard the unique natural character of Napa County. Get to know the people working every day to preserve and steward our open spaces, agricultural lands, and wildlife habitats for the benefit of all.

Staff

Doug Parker

President & CEO

Theresa Andrews

Administrative Director

Micha Bisson

Stewardship Program Assistant

Joseph ‘Joe Joe’ Clark

Stewardship Program Assistant

Tosha Comendant

Senior Stewardship Program Manager

Aubree Ellison

Monitoring Program Assistant

Marshall Gorham

Acquisitions Coordinator

Kimberly Howard

Philanthropy Operations Director

Megan Lilla

Stewardship Project Manager

Mike Palladini

Stewardship Director

Lena Pollastro

Conservation Director

Clarisa Rosas

Assistant Stewardship Coordinator

Bruce Ruddick

Finance Manager

Randy Skidmore

Conservation Project Manager/Staff Attorney

Jena Thibodaux

Membership & Database Coordinator

Louise Vicencio

Senior Administrative Coordinator

Whitney Wyche

Stewardship Program Assistant

Board of Directors

Robin Baggett

Chair

Mike Fisher

Vice Chair, Treasurer

Les Hausrath

Secretary

Blakesley Chappellet

Annie Favia-Erickson

Josh Harrington

Jason Johnson

Kim Johnson

Chris Miller

Chris Millich

Nick Orum

Tim Persson

Kathy Tranmer

Stay Connected

🌿 Celebrating International Day for Biological

🌿 Celebrating International Day for Biological Diversity 🌿

Today, we join the global community in honoring the intricate web of life surrounding us. Biodiversity isn't just about the variety of species; it's about the relationships that sustain our ecosystems, communities, and future.

Why Biodiversity Matters to Napa County:

🌲 Resilient Ecosystems: Diverse habitats like our forests and watersheds support many species, ensuring ecosystem stability.

💧 Watersheds: Healthy, biodiverse landscapes naturally filter water, reduce erosion, and maintain the quality and flow of our creeks and rivers, ensuring clean water for people, wildlife, and agriculture.

☀️ Climate Resilience: Diverse landscapes act as natural buffers against climate extremes, protecting our communities.

Our Commitment:

🛡️ We've permanently protected 96,000 acres of land throughout Napa County and have a robust land stewardship program. Each protected acre is a step toward a more resilient future.

Join Us:

🤝 Your actions make a difference. Whether it's supporting local conservation efforts, planting native species, or educating others about the importance of biodiversity, every step counts.

Let’s continue working together to ensure Napa’s natural beauty and ecological richness thrive for future generations.🌲

#NapaLandTrust #ProtectNapaNature #Biodiverstity #BiodiversityDay2025 #LandProtection #Conservation

Happy Monday! Let’s start the week like these w

Happy Monday!

Let’s start the week like these wildflowers—reaching for the sun and thriving in unexpected places. 🌿💜

#MondayMotivation #NatureInspires #NapaLandTrust #LandTrustLife #LandProtection #Wildflowers

🌸 Fun Fact Friday: Shooting Star 🌸 Shooting

🌸 Fun Fact Friday: Shooting Star 🌸

Shooting Star (Dodecatheon hendersonii – also known as Primula hendersonii) is one of California’s most whimsical native wildflowers.

With backward-swept petals and bold central cones, they resemble little stars falling from the sky.

These fascinating blooms rely on buzz pollination, where native bumblebees vibrate the flower to shake out pollen. Talk about teamwork!

🌿 You’ll find them blooming from February to May in moist grasslands, foothills, and oak woodlands. By early summer, they vanish entirely, going dormant underground until the following spring.

🎨 Their colors range from lavender and magenta to white, often with a vibrant yellow "eye" near the center. Their aerodynamic design isn’t just pretty—it's perfectly shaped for pollination by their bee partners.

💡 Despite their fragile appearance, they’re a hardy symbol of California’s native floral diversity—and a seasonal favorite for pollinators.

🌼 Bonus Bloom shown pictured here with the Shooting Star: California Saxifrage (Saxifraga californica)

This dainty wildflower with small, white, star-like petals is often blooming nearby. It thrives in moist, rocky habitats—streambanks, canyon walls, and shady granite outcrops.

Saxifraga means "rock breaker" in Latin, a nod to the tough mountain homes these plants anchor themselves in. Not bad for such a delicate-looking bloom.

📍 Watch for both on spring hikes, they’re fleeting but unforgettable.

#FunFactFriday #ShootingStarFlower #Dodecatheon #PrimulaHendersonii #CaliforniaWildflowers #BuzzPollination #CaliforniaNativePlants #SaxifragaCalifornica #GreeneSaxifrage #SpringWildflowers #PollinatorFriendly #Conservation #NapaLandTrust

🌿 Protecting Napa, Preserving Our Future 🌿

🌿 Protecting Napa, Preserving Our Future 🌿

Napa County’s landscapes are more than just breathtaking views—they are home to diverse wildlife, rare species, rich agricultural heritage, and essential water resources. Since 1976, the Land Trust of Napa County has permanently protected 96,000 acres—ensuring these lands remain wild, thriving, and resilient for future generations.

Through conservation easements, land acquisitions, and land stewardship, we safeguard the places that make Napa unique, special and even rare. From restoring native habitats to reducing wildfire risks, our stewardship programs ensure that protected lands remain healthy and vibrant.

💚 Join us in preserving Napa’s natural legacy! Support conservation through donations, memberships, or volunteering—because the land that sustains us all deserves to be protected.

🔗 Learn more & get involved: napalandtrust.org

#NapaLandTrust #ConservationMatters #ProtectNapa #WildForever #LandStewardship #LandProtection #ProtecWhatYouLove

🌷 Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Napa Lan

🌷 Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Napa Land Trust! 🌷

Today, we celebrate the mothers who lead with courage, nurture with tenderness, and teach with patience, just like a mother bear guiding her cubs through the wild.

Whether you care for children, animals, gardens, or communities, your love leaves a lasting imprint. Your strength protects, your care sustains, and your wisdom helps the next generation grow.

We see your devotion mirrored in nature every day—from the quiet resilience of a bear raising her young in the forest, to the enduring bonds that sustain our shared home.

To all the moms and mother figures—thank you for making the world more compassionate, connected, and full of life. May today bring peace, appreciation, and the love you so freely give.

Happy Mother’s Day! 🐻💞

#MothersDay #NapaLandTrust #CelebrateMom #MothersInNature

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