Our all-volunteer board of directors will serve their two-year terms until June 21, 2026.
Melissa Crytzer Fry, chair, is a professional writer with 501c3 administrative experience who lives between Mammoth and San Manuel.
Emily Düwel, vice-chair & statutory agent, is a resident of Oracle, Arizona. In addition to her work in the arts and communications, she is an instructor at Pima and Central Arizona Community Colleges.
Steve Marlatt, secretary, is a wildlife biologist and retired educator based in Willcox, Arizona and has land ties to the St. David area. He has a particular passion for protecting the Galiuro Mountains.
Jennifer Walden, treasurer, lives near Mammoth, works in Oracle, and teaches at Pima Community College. Jennifer is a dedicated conservation advocate, with administrative experience.
David Omick, director, is based in Cascabel and promotes ecologically responsible lifestyles. He serves as the main link to LSPWA’s sister organization, the Cascabel Conservation Association.
Peter Else, consultant, lives on the San Pedro River four miles south of the Aravaipa Creek confluence. Peter served as chair and statutory agent from the founding of LSPWA in 2013 until June 21, 2025.