Development & Community Relations Director: Kim Stravers
Kim moved to Mammoth in December 2005 and has been part of MLTPA from the very beginning, becoming involved after writing a story about the Ranch Road gate issue for Powder magazine. She currently heads up the Foundation's communications department and is MLTPA's primary grantwriter. In a previous life Kim was a longtime staff writer and editor for action-sports magazines such as Bike, Powder, and SG: Surf*Snow*Skate Girl, and she continues to contribute to the publishing universe through her local business, The TypeRighter LLC. Kim also has managed and helped to launch a number of online publications, and uses that skill set to continually develop and maintain the MLTPA website. When she's not cuddling with her laptop you can find her trail running, snowboarding, finding a good spot to take a nap in the grass, or falling off of her mountain bike.
Contact: , (949) 632-7882
Operations Director/Board Secretary: Lara Kirkner
A 2003 graduate of UC Berkeley, Lara has been a full-time resident of the Eastern Sierra since she was handed her diploma. After working for local publications The Mammoth Times and Mammoth Sierra Magazine for five years as a writer, copy editor, editor, and general jack-of-all-trades, Lara decided to take on a new challenge and came to work for MLTPA as its Operations Director in June 2008. She continues to put pen to paper as a freelance writer for local and national publications. A lover of the great outdoors, Lara's biggest recreational passion is riding anywhere she can on her mountain bike, but she also enjoys skiing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, and more! When it comes to "down time" you'll most likely find Lara wrapped up in a good novel or working on her own children's book.
Contact: , (760) 934-3154
Operations Mentor: Jo Bacon
Jo is a retired governmental fiscal manager and consultant, now serving as a Town Council member for the Town of Mammoth Lakes. She has a master's degree in public administration with a focus on urban and community development at the level of state and local government. She is a local business owner, a member of the Outdoor Science Education staff for the Valentine Reserve, and a naturalist guide for the Inyo National Forest, Mono Scenic Basin, and Mammoth Mountain Ski Area.
Contact:, (760) 934-4932
Justin Mulbay, GIS Coordinator
Justin has been a resident of Mammoth Lakes since the summer of 2005, after earning his bachelor's degree in geography, recreation, and parkland administration at the University of Wyoming, then continuing on to get his MBA. He has held GIS positions with the Wyoming State Geological Survey and the University of Wyoming, and currently serves as the Mammoth Community Water District GIS Coordinator in addition to his position with MLTPA. He enjoys downhill biking, snowmobiling, and snowboarding...when he's not in the hospital because of them.
Chuck Megivern, Data Technician
Chuck Megivern moved to Mammoth Lakes in 2002 after graduating from the University of Vermont with a bachelor's degree in political science. He has been a ski patroller at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area since moving to the Eastern Sierra and continues to do so when not working for MLTPA. Chuck's primary role at MLTPA is the field collection and development of GIS data. Though most of his time is spent in the field with GPS units or at the office working on the computer, he has been known to tackle more diverse projects such as bike lane painting. You'll frequently find him telemark skiing at the resort or in the backcountry on his days off. When he's not in ski boots, he spends as much time as possible backpacking, climbing, and riding his mountain bike.
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Linsey Duddridge, Graphics Coordinator
Linsey recently moved to Mammoth Lakes from Santa Barbara, where she managed her family's ski shop. As Graphics Coordinator for MLTPA, she develops marketing collateral and other image-based materials. Linsey has done design for numerous companies, including Patagonia and Mountain Air Sports. Linsey's been visiting Mammoth as a vacationer for as long as she can remember. Now a permanent resident, she's quickly becoming involved in the community and is always up for adventure, whether on the mountain or in front of her Mac. While taking a break from "geek land," you can find her skiing in the park, on the hill, or making a mess of paint on a canvas.
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