board of directors
Emilie Castle
President
Emilie is a long time Master Gardener, who is active in gardening education. She also serves as a leader in WSPTA, and is active in her community, serving on 7 nonprofit boards. She loves gardening, cooking, and feeding people. She has been gardening at The Orchard Gardens P-patch for the last four years.
Micki Larimer
Vice President
Micki began volunteering as an Orchard Steward in 2016. A recently bulldozed space caught her attention, and soon, she shifted much of her focus over to creating and managing The Native Plant Garden and Restoration Area. She also serves on a few community nonprofit boards. She enjoys learning about all sorts of things, including heirloom apples, plant propagation, and ecosystems of the PNW.
Ingrid Turner
Secretary
Ingrid is a long time P-Patch Gardener, Orchard Steward, and was part of Holy Cross Lutheran for many years, where she served on the Earthkeeping Committee.
Barbara Braun
Treasurer
Barb is a long time organic home gardener and landscaper. She is a retired consultant with experience in engineering and business, and has served as Treasurer for local non-profits including 300 Trees and CENSE.