Tyler Clouse
Executive Director Tyler joined Lincoln SWCD in September 2021. He graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Studies from the University of Michigan. Since then, he has worked primarily in the intersection of human resource use and environmental protection through regulatory compliance and outreach. An inquisitive outdoor adventurer, you can find Tyler surfing, swimming, berry pickin’, and exploring the diverse landscape of the region. In his free time, Tyler enjoys gardening, cooking, and playing board games. |
Katie Saaty
Water Quality Monitoring Specialist Katie joined Lincoln SWCD in September 2021 after working two years as an at-sea commercial fisheries observer in Newport. She graduated from Humboldt State University with a B.S. in Fisheries Science and has extensive habitat restoration experience as both a volunteer and California State Parks employee. In her free time, Katie loves to forage, kayak, cultivate her house plant and bonsai collection, and care for her cat and axolotl. |
Ricky Ede
Watershed Restoration Technician
Ricky joined Lincoln SWCD in February 2024. He graduated with a BS in geology from the University of Oregon in 2019 and an MS in geology from San José State University in 2024. His master's thesis project brought him to the coast, where he studied and mapped volcanic rocks from Newport to Depoe Bay. Ricky enjoys exploring and learning about nature, cooking, and reading.
Watershed Restoration Technician
Ricky joined Lincoln SWCD in February 2024. He graduated with a BS in geology from the University of Oregon in 2019 and an MS in geology from San José State University in 2024. His master's thesis project brought him to the coast, where he studied and mapped volcanic rocks from Newport to Depoe Bay. Ricky enjoys exploring and learning about nature, cooking, and reading.
Tanya Graham
Consulting Fiscal Manager
In Summer 2018, Tanya Graham, former District Manager returned in a remote role as a consultant. Her knowledge, talent, and expertise working with the Soil and Water Conservation District are greatly appreciated. Tanya works with the District, MidCoast Watershed Council, and Salmon Drift Creek Watershed Council to organize and manage funds, grants, and reporting schedules.
Consulting Fiscal Manager
In Summer 2018, Tanya Graham, former District Manager returned in a remote role as a consultant. Her knowledge, talent, and expertise working with the Soil and Water Conservation District are greatly appreciated. Tanya works with the District, MidCoast Watershed Council, and Salmon Drift Creek Watershed Council to organize and manage funds, grants, and reporting schedules.