Ryan joined the RCD in 2023 after attending Shasta College and finding his passion in conservation and restoration. Ryan is a Field Coordinator for the RCD’s restoration projects and has a specialty in native plant ID. He also is one of the RCD’s red card holders allowing them to help with prescribed burns throughout the north state. Ryan’s passion for conservation doesn’t stop at the RCD, he is also on the board of directors for Horsetown Clear Creek Preserve and volunteers for many other conservation based organizations around Shasta County.