She began her career in environmental science, policy and management in Atlanta in 1984 after working at the Centers for Disease Control. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where her thesis research focused on characterization of the byproducts of drinking water disinfection by ozonation. Linda holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in chemistry and biophysical environmental studies from Northland College in Ashland, Wisconsin. She is also a member of the Kitsap Branch of the Mountaineers and is the Chair of the Branch’s Climbing Committee. Linda Anderson-Carnahan joined the Mountaineers Foundation Board of Directors in 2016 and is currently the Co-Chair of the Preserve Committee. Today, more than ever, we remain deeply committed to conservation for everyone, including people fortunate enough to enjoy the mountains and waters of the Salish Sea region. While the Foundation sometimes partners with The Mountaineers, a recreation-focused alpine club, and has even contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to support some conservation programs of their organization over the past few decades, we have always been separate and independent from one another. We are proud of the legacy we built over 50 years as the Mountaineers Foundation, the many supporters who have supported us under that banner, and the work we will continue to do under these names. Our numerous longtime supporters continue to know us as the Mountaineers Foundation, which has been our legal name since 1968 and remains so today. That’s why this simple word – keta – captures what we have done as an independent organization since 1968. These natural systems also support communities of people with a vested interest in the health and wellbeing of all the residents of our region – people and wildlife. Keta is the Latin name for chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), which need healthy ecosystems from the mountains, through forests and streams, and throughout the marine environment. This name embodies our core values of conservation and connection using a metaphor from salmon life cycles. That same year we added Keta Legacy Foundation to our name, though our focus and programs remain unchanged. Our vision is people connecting with and protecting healthy ecosystems. Together, we celebrated our 50-year milestone as a registered 501 (c)(3) organization in 2018. We operate with an all-volunteer board and have a rich history of working with amazing and generous donors. Since 1970, the Foundation has supported hundreds of conservation-focused non-profit organizations through our competitive grant program, amplifying our mission. Community is everything to the Foundation. The Foundation has purchased 256 acres over the past decades to increase conservation efforts at the Preserve, and helped other organizations purchase and preserve thousands of acres of land throughout the Salish Sea region.Ĭommunity grants and partnerships. The best way to ensure you can protect the land is to own it. The Foundation works with local schools and community members to provide engaging education experiences for learners of all ages.
The Preserve isn’t just a pretty place – it’s a place of profound learning too. The Preserve is home to an important watershed that supports salmon and other fish, and is also home to an 11-foot wide Douglas fir affectionately known as Big Tree.Įducation to inspire conservation. We proudly steward, preserve and restore the beautiful 466-acre Rhododendron Preserve, an incredible treasure in the heart of Kitsap County. The Foundation puts our mission into action through four unique programs that have remained steadfast for decades. For more than 50 years, our volunteer-led Foundation has combined an unwavering dedication to restoring and preserving the vibrant ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest with our desire to connect people of all ages to the outdoors. These visionaries recognized the need to preserve the natural beauty and ecological integrity for future generations. The Mountaineers Foundation was founded in 1968 by a small group of conservation-minded leaders who wanted to educate people on the values provided by the mountains, forests, and waters of the Pacific Northwest.
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