Foothill Conservancy welcomes new executive director

Foothill Conservancy welcomes new Executive Director Amanda C. Nelson

The 27-year old, Jackson-based Foothill Conservancy is pleased to
announce that Amanda C. Nelson has joined the organization as its new
executive director.

Amanda comes to the local, nonprofit,grassroots conservation
organization after a 25-year career leading and consulting with
nonprofit organizations throughout the country. After growing up in the
Bay Area, Amanda received her B.A. from U.C. Berkeley. She has lived on
the East and West Coasts, the South, and in Europe and Puerto Rico.

“I am excited to join the Conservancy andby the opportunity to live
and work in Amador County,” Amanda said. “This beautiful, pastoral
setting is truly inspiring.

“Having spoken with some of the Conservancy’s dedicated members, I
am reminded that the organization is so much more than one person or
leader—it is really a community dedicated to keeping this scenic land
and water clean and sustainable for generations to come.”

“We’re delighted to have Amanda join ourteam,” said Conservancy
President Katherine Evatt. “Her tremendous leadership skills and
experience will help our organization grow, thrive, and address new
challenges.”

The Foothill Conservancy’s mission is to protect restore and sustain
the natural and human environment in Amador and Calaveras counties for
the benefit of current and future generations. Founded by local
residents in 1989 and incorporated in 1990, the Conservancy is the
leading organization statewide for conservation and restoration of the
upper Mokelumne River and a strong advocate for sustainable land use and
local quality of life.

For more information, contact Amanda Nelson at 209-223-3508 or
Amanda@foothillconservancy.org end