RCPP Program Manager Native to Moses Lake, Audrey has always been enthusiastic about connecting communities to our natural environment. Earning a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Washington – Tacoma, Audrey curated her passion for environmental stewardship and sustainability within Restoration Ecology and GIS certificate programs. Having found an interest in plant physiology under abiotic stresses, Audrey was led to a Master of Soil Science at North Dakota State University to evaluate the tolerances of dry bean cultivars and market classes to salinity, waterlogging, and combined conditions. Throughout her academic journey, opportunities have allowed Audrey to delve into diverse aspects of environmental science; including stormwater management practices, air and water quality at the public level, restoration of ecological sites from invasive species, and assessments of various soil-environment conditions on biological nitrogen fixation and crops. As a dedicated naturalist, Audrey aspires to contribute to the conservation of natural waterways, expansion of sustainable agricultural practices, and promotion of soil health throughout the greater Columbia Basin area. “When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it is attached to the rest of the world.” – John Muir EMAIL audrey-rhodes@columbiabasincd.org