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A large part of DNS's success
comes from the solid support of its
working board. Each
director brings a variety
of professional and
personal interests
and experiences to
the group, forging
a board of directors
committed to fulfilling
DNS’s mission,
maintaining its quality,
and providing strategic
planning for the future.
As such, we welcome
fresh ideas, energy,
and talent.
Our current board members are:
Erika Bach Good (Officer), Durango, CO - Technical writer and web manager. Long time Durango Nature Studies volunteer and senior naturalist. Currently completing her Wildlife Habitat and Naturalist Certification. Pen and ink nature artist, DOW volunteer, and Big Sister.
Niall Byers (Treasurer),
Durango, CO - Born in Chicago, Niall moved around in his youth
living in England, California, New Hampshire, Spain, and Montana,
as well as on board a schooner. He settled in Durango seven years
ago. He is a graduate of Fort Lewis College with a degree in finance.
In early 2008, Niall moved to Three Springs to manage the newest
Alpine Bank location. He and his wife Emily enjoy traveling, sporting
events, and just about every outdoor activity.
Richard Grossman, M.D. (Vice-President), Bayfield,
CO - Obstetrician gynecologist, Durango Herald columnist
for "Population Matters!" Private
pilot. Member of the Durango Choral Society, Heartwood
Co-housing. Current Durango Nature Center thistle
killer. Active DNS volunteer naturalist.
William Herringer (President), Durango, CO - Attorney, Greenberg & Herringer, LLC. William’s wife Michelle is a former staff member with DNS and they have both been long time members. He has served on several local community based boards and was a Big Brother for 3 years. He is interested in backcountry skiing, mountain biking, backpacking, birding, and fly fishing.
Gail Paulson-Hanson (Officer), Durango, CO - Owner and business manager of Hanson Honda. Graduate of Leadership San Juan, Leadership La Plata, and Leadership New Mexico. Member of San Juan Rotary in Farmington and veteran DNS volunteer naturalist.
Corey Sue Hutchinson (Officer), Durango, CO - Aquatic Biologist. Started Aqua-Hab, Inc. Systems Consulting in 1994, which works on restoration and mitigation of rivers, streams, and wetlands. 2009 graduate of Leadership La Plata.
Laine Johnson (Officer), Durango, CO – M.S. in Zoology and Physiology. Thesis focused on the genetic effects of logging old growth forest on American martens in the Tongass National Forest, Alaska. Experience studying and handling mountain lions in Colorado and Wyoming. She is passionate about both kids and adults living with wildlife in our “wild” community. Currently, Laine is raising (more like chasing) her daughter full time. She and her husband enjoy road-tripping with their Eurovan, skiing, hiking, and trail running.
Eilene Lyon (Officer), Durango, CO - After living many places as an "Army-brat," Eilene settled in Durango where she has lived for over 23 years. A recent graduate of Ft. Lewis College with a degree n Environmental Biology, she currently works seasonal biology field jobs in the southwest and as stewardshop monitor for La Plata Open Space Conservancy. Formerly an accountant and business owner (promotional products, welcoming service). Veteran DNS volunteer naturalist. Member of Earlybird Toastmasters and volunteer for BBBS Study Connection.
Brenda Nelson (Secretary), Durango, CO - Staff RN at Mercy Regional Medical
Center for 5 years in pre-op, infusion, and endoscopy. Volunteer with
DNS in the CDN program 1994 through 1998, continuing to volunteer in
other areas to present. Trails 2000 member. Volunteer Wilderness Information
Specialist with the San Juan Mountain Association for two years. Enthusiastic
backpacker, camper, mountain biker, hiker, skier, and dog walker.
Marcey Olajos (Officer), After living in Tucson for over 30 years, Marcey has found Durango to be an interesting and energetic place to live. She is presently on the Board of the Wyss Foundation, which is involved in environmental issues in the inner mountain west, and Board Chair for the Center for Biological Diversity. She is an avid hiker and backpacker, spending her time in the Grand Canyon and canyons of Southern Utah. Her winter passion is cross country skiing.
Rick Routh (Past President), Durango, CO - State highway traffic engineer,
Big Brother for 18 years, Rotarian for 10 years, and member of Trails
2000. Formerly a La Plata County engineer.
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