JackRabbit Ridge Preservation Project
P.O. Box 4061
West Richland, WA 99353
Project Lead
Donna Lucas at donna@jackrabbitridge.org
Donna has lived in the Tri-Cities for 30 years. As a former project manager for the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, she brings to the JRR Project the skills for keeping it functioning in an effective manner.
"Ever since I can remember, I have greatly appreciated all that Nature has set before me. Helping to protect natural open spaces such as JRR for future generations to also enjoy is the greatest service I can offer to my children and to this community."
Education Program
Shannon Hays-Truex at shannon@jackrabbitridge.orgEquestrian
Debbie Nielson at debbie@jackrabbitridge.org
Debbie Nielsen has made the Tri-Cities home for the past 30 years and brings a diverse background to the JRR project. Debbie was a Chemical Engineer at the Fast Flux Test Facility on the Hanford Project for nearly 20 years and was the lead environmental engineer for all new projects considered for the facility, thus has in depth knowledge of environmental impact assessments and regulations. Debbie is also an avid horse enthusiast and is active in the Benton Franklin County 4-H program as a horse project leader.
"I've been riding on JRR for more than 10 years and the beauty of the ridge never stops affecting me. Riding through the sagebrush and observing the many species of birds, animals and plants that thrive there is thrilling. You never know what you are going to see next and the views of the Columbia Basin from the ridge are stunning. It makes me sad to see development encroaching on this relatively untouched area and already it is becoming more difficult to access. Establishment of the JRR project would ensure that the ridge would be available for all people in our community to enjoy and experience the wonders of this unique habitat."
Webmaster
Jesse Rasmussen at webmaster@jackrabbitridge.org
Jess has lived in the Tri-Cities area for 25 years. She has a background that includes Computer Science, Real Estate Investment, and Medical Transcription. She maintains this website on a volunteer basis.
"I have a 9 year old son, and I believe that the best way to teach him the importance of a commitment to protect and sustain our environment and its natural habitats is to lead by example."