Restoration Technician

Mosa, a graduate from South Whidbey High School, grew up on the island but left after graduation to seek schooling and employment opportunities. She has over 15 years of administrative and leadership experience, having worked for a large corporation, a small company and even an animal hospital in Lynnwood. Upon joining PRI in 2015, Mosa stated, “I was glad to be heading out into the bigger world after high school graduation, but am just as glad to be returning to Whidbey now. I am excited about PRI’s mission and am excited to help PRI become even more relevant to our community and beyond.”

Field Staff - Part time

Dawn joined PRI in 2020 and works part time doing habitat restoration. Dawn says, "I always loved plants and this is a perfect place for me. Now I get to learn the Latin names of the native plants, their propagation, capabilities and other interesting details. For example, Castilleja levisecta, the golden paintbrush, thrives when planted near Achillea millefolium - yarrow. Each day I learn something new about native plants and their value and uses."

Bookkeeper

Michele joined PRI in January 2023 and also serves as the Executive Director of SPiN Cafe in Oak Harbor.

Nursery Manager - Part Time

Tristan had a strong interest in forgeable berries and mushrooms, which led her to study native plants and fruiting perennials. When Covid hit, Tristan wanted to get out of the office and began working at Venture Out Nursery. Now Tristan is working part-time at PRI. She is also working on her certification in the Master Gardener Volunteer program, and is the lead gardener for the Native Plant Garden in the Master Gardener Education Garden at the Greenbank farm.