Kelly Sp̓rk̓ʷaqs Zupich has a deep passion for the marine environment. Originally from Eastern Washington, Kelly grew up on the Spokane Indian Reservation and has a professional background in veterinary medicine, where she worked for over nine years. Over the past decade, she has dedicated her time to volunteering and working with local environmental organizations, including The Guillemot Research Group and Sound Water Stewards of Island County. An adventurous spirit, Kelly thrives on
exploring new experiences. She is a certified open-water diver and an avid nature photographer who loves capturing the vibrant invertebrates found in local tide pools.
Affiliation: Island County Marine Resources Committee
