Events

Justin is the executive director for the Idaho Conservation League, an Idaho-based, statewide conservation organization working to protect the air you breathe, the water you drink, and the wildlife and wildlands that you love. The Idaho Conservation League, or ICL, is Idaho’s leading voice for conservation.

In leading ICL, Justin relies on his unique blend of science-based technical skills, public policy experience, and love of people and the outdoors. Prior to becoming ICL’s executive director, Justin served as the director of ICL’s conservation programs for 18 years.

He has a master of science in Earth Systems, focusing on ecosystem management, a bachelor of science in Earth Systems and a bachelor of arts in Human Biology, all from Stanford University.

A native Idahoan, Justin rejoices in the knowledge that his work is protecting the things that make Idaho a great place to live – our spectacular landscapes, wildlife, clean air, and clean water.

Justin lives in Boise and enjoys spending his free time hunting and fishing in Idaho’s backcountry, mountain biking, skiing, and running Idaho’s amazing rivers.

Native of Southeastern Idaho and grew up in Shelley, Graduate of Eastern Idaho Technical College and Idaho State University; national credential in Radiation Protection; retired site-wide Training Manager for Fluor Idaho at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) where he managed both regulatory and facility-specific training programs; served as Training Working Group chair for the Energy Facilities Contracting Group; received a Distinguished Leadership award at the Department of Energy Headquarters in Washington D.C. for regulatory reform and cost-cutting initiatives; Worked and managed radiation protection and training programs in both commercial power and Department of Energy facilities since 1980; served on the Idaho Falls School District 91 Board of Trustees for twelve years, he played a key role in replacing four elementary schools and transitioning a junior high into a successful project-based high school; elected to a third term in the Idaho Senate where he serves as Chair of the Senate Education Committee and a member of the Joint Finance Appropriations Committee.

Connor grew up in northern Vermont as a part of a dairy farming community, spending a large portion of his childhood outside and surrounded by both wildlife and domesticated farm animals. Connor’s love of wildlife and the outdoors began there and further grew when he was able to experience new environments and animals after moving to Colorado. He attended Colorado College for undergraduate school where he received a BA in History. He moved to Jackson soon after and began volunteering at TRC in raptor rehabilitation. After a year of volunteering, Connor was extremely excited to be offered the opportunity to join the TRC staff. Favorite Raptor: Great Gray Owl and Golden Eagle.

Lara Herway is a seasoned political consultant with a proven track record spanning over a decade in local, state, and federal government. With expertise in strategic planning, fundraising, and messaging, she managed and advised over 40 campaigns resulting in a 88% win record. As an active lobbyist, she successfully advocates for over 30 clients to enact meaningful legislation and initiatives. Ms. Herway’s grassroots, data-driven tactics include creating and teaching campaign schools, empowering candidates with custom messaging and communication skills, and teaching legislators how to effectively utilize social media. Ms. Herway is an expert in fundraising for public/private capital infrastructure projects, local initiatives and political campaigns. Ms. Herway is the founder of Sunnybrook Strategies, the executive director of the Idaho Falls Civic Foundation and lobbyist for Risch Pisca Law and Policy. Prior to working with local and state governments, she was a beloved elementary school music teacher and middle school debate coach. Her background in education has instilled in her a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to families and communities. Ms. Herway is proud to be a fourth generation Idahoan, mother of five independent thinking children and an avid reader.

Lee Radford, Parsons Behle and Latimer, is our speaker for Law Day and the Liberty Bell Award and his topic is "Voices of Democracy".

Mr. Radford’s practice focuses on growing successful business enterprises in Idaho’s principal industries, including health care, real estate and agriculture, and in providing the daily legal support needed by companies. Mr. Radford helps health care businesses comply with complex legal frameworks. This work includes counseling and representing health care providers in relation to Stark, the anti-kickback statute, physician contracting, health care leasing, physician organizations, licensing and credentialing, real estate, confidentiality, employment, health care transactions and health insurance contracting. He also helps health care businesses in litigation and dispute resolution.  Mr. Radford assists clients with real estate transactions, including assistance with land use planning, zoning, development, finance, permitting, leasing and property tax issues. He helps companies choose Idaho as the best place to locate new operations and facilities. As Chair of the Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency, he has experience with the Idaho urban renewal laws and tax increment financing and in encouraging smart growth within Idaho's landscape.  Mr. Radford’s practice supports the legal needs of Idaho agriculture, including with purchase and supply contracts, farm leases, property acquisition, agricultural financing, entity structures and family farm succession issues.  Mr. Radford provides general counsel support for businesses, including corporate formation and organization, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and tackling the many legal issues that confront businesses from day to day. This includes protecting businesses in relation to confidentiality, trade secrets, non-compete agreements, and other means of preserving the assets of the business.  Mr. Radford also assists businesses in resolving disagreements among owners, disputes involving commercial contracts and real property, disputes involving health care, and litigation involving design and construction issues. He has also helped many families in connection with business succession disputes. As part of his focus on helping resolve business disputes, he is certified as a mediator.

The program will entail an overview of the scholarship program and will include the awarding of six scholarships to local students.

Ron Crone, Associate Laboratory Director for Materials and Fuels Complex at the Idaho National Laboratory, will present "Advanced Nuclear Reactors".

Mr. Crone has more than 35 years of experience in engineering, management, and technical leadership. He joined Idaho National Laboratory in January 2015, serving as the Associate Laboratory Director of the Materials and Fuels Complex since that time. Previously, he served as Associate Laboratory Director for the Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He was responsible for the management of the neutron sciences R&D portfolio, which includes the operation of the Spallation Neutron Source and the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR). While at ORNL, he worked at HFIR in technical leadership roles in operations, maintenance, engineering, and was the Division Director of the Research Reactors Division (RRD) for over 7 years. He began his career in the Reactor Engineering Group at the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station near Toledo, Ohio. He then worked at the Yankee Rowe Nuclear Power Station in Rowe, Massachusetts, as a reactor engineer and shift technical adviser. He moved to Tennessee and joined the staff at HFIR in January 1992. He holds a bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering from the University of Cincinnati and a master’s degree in engineering from the University of Alabama at Huntsville.

INL presents “Our Future Workforce” with Sunshine Shepherd, K-12 STEM Coordinator, and Heather Nunamaker, Workforce Development Specialist at the Idaho National Laboratory.

DUCK RACE KICKOFF EVENT

Sunshine Shepard is a member of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes and mother to three amazing kids. She is the current K-12 STEM Education Coordinator at Idaho National Laboratory, having joined in October 2021. In her role she works to provide outreach and educational opportunities to schools and community organizations, leading various programs and events including STEM Scholars, My Amazing Future and Nuclear Family Science Night. Shepherd serves on various boards and committees including the Idaho Out of School Network Committee, on the Citizens Advisory Board for the Idaho Falls Zoo and the Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars Advisory Board. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Native American Indigenous studies from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, and her Master of Public Administration from Idaho State University. She is currently working toward a doctorate in education from Idaho State University.

Heather Nunamaker is a dedicated advocate for workforce and economic development, currently serving as the Workforce Development Specialist at Idaho National Laboratory. Born and raised in Idaho Falls, Heather graduated from Idaho Falls High School before earning her BA in Business Administration from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington.  Returning to Idaho after spending ten years in Washington, Heather embarked on a career in workforce development, accruing invaluable experience over the last decade. Her professional journey has included roles with state contractors, the Idaho Department of Labor, and the College of Eastern Idaho. Throughout her career, Heather has built expertise in state and federal programming, industry engagement, higher education/training, and workforce and economic development initiatives. Committed to continuous growth, she pursued and completed her MBA at Idaho State University while advancing her career.  Heather is passionate about creating opportunities for sustainable economic development and empowering communities through strategic workforce initiatives. Her continued work at Idaho National Laboratory reflects her dedication to advancing workforce and economic development in her home state of Idaho and the region.  

INL presents “INL at 75” with Liza Raley, Tour Ambassador at the Idaho National Laboratory.

Lee Radford, Chair of Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency - topic:  "Building Better Communities”.

Mr. Radford’s practice focuses on growing successful business enterprises in Idaho’s principal industries, including health care, real estate and agriculture, and in providing the daily legal support needed by companies. Mr. Radford helps health care businesses comply with complex legal frameworks. This work includes counseling and representing health care providers in relation to Stark, the anti-kickback statute, physician contracting, health care leasing, physician organizations, licensing and credentialing, real estate, confidentiality, employment, health care transactions and health insurance contracting. He also helps health care businesses in litigation and dispute resolution.  Mr. Radford assists clients with real estate transactions, including assistance with land use planning, zoning, development, finance, permitting, leasing and property tax issues. He helps companies choose Idaho as the best place to locate new operations and facilities. As Chair of the Idaho Falls Redevelopment Agency, he has experience with the Idaho urban renewal laws and tax increment financing and in encouraging smart growth within Idaho's landscape.  Mr. Radford’s practice supports the legal needs of Idaho agriculture, including with purchase and supply contracts, farm leases, property acquisition, agricultural financing, entity structures and family farm succession issues.  Mr. Radford provides general counsel support for businesses, including corporate formation and organization, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and tackling the many legal issues that confront businesses from day to day. This includes protecting businesses in relation to confidentiality, trade secrets, non-compete agreements, and other means of preserving the assets of the business.  Mr. Radford also assists businesses in resolving disagreements among owners, disputes involving commercial contracts and real property, disputes involving health care, and litigation involving design and construction issues. He has also helped many families in connection with business succession disputes. As part of his focus on helping resolve business disputes, he is certified as a mediator.

Dr. Ken Krell - topic:  "The Forever Pandemic”  

“I’m finally feeling some better. But I’m frustrated. You know one day you’re fine, you have a future and goals, then suddenly it’s ‘what the hell is happening to me’.”

What is the current state of Covid?

What is long Covid?

How prevalent is Long Covid?

Who is at risk?

What does long Covid look like?

Does it get better?

What causes long Covid?

Can long Covid be prevented?

How can long Covid be treated?

What does the future look like?

A tribute to health care workers.

Marie Bogetti Baker - District 5400 Governor

Marie Baker grew up in California and moved to Idaho 18 years ago.  She has been a member of the Nampa Rotary Club for over fifteen years, serving as President in 2015-2016.  She has served as District 5400 Membership Chair, Youth Services Chair and Visioning Coordinator.  Marie also served as an Assistant Rotary Coordinator for Zones 26/27.

Professionally, Marie is the Region 3 Director for the Idaho Small Business Development Center at Boise State University.  She has a degree in Business Administration from CSU Fresno and a Master’s Degree in Organization Development from the University of San Francisco. 

When she is not working or serving with Rotary, you will find Marie out hiking or kayaking in the great outdoors.  Marie is married to Perren and together they have 4 children and 11 grandchildren.

Farewell Program and Thank you to President Catherine Smith!

July is Rotary International "New Year New Leadership Month".

July Program Chairman: Brandi Newton                                                                                                                                                                                                                          July Sergeant-at-Arms:  Lisa Schultz                                                                                                                                                                                                                          July Greeter:  TBD

Trevor Elordi will give us a general overview of Workforce Training and the programs that CEI offers, projects that they are currently working on, how they work with business and industry, and an overview of what they have available for the public. 

Brandi Newton, Executive Director of the Idaho Falls Arts Council, will present the IFAC 2024/2025 Season Preview.

Jeff Tucker, General Manager of Idaho Public Television - topic:   “Idaho Public Television in our Community”.

Jeff Tucker was named general manager of Idaho Public Television in August 2021. Previous to that, he served as IdahoPTV’s director of content, overseeing programming, education services, digital media and strategy for local productions. As the head of content he also managed independent and contract work for IdahoPTV as well as content initiatives and other production relationships with state and private entities. 

Jeff began volunteering with IdahoPTV while in high school. He continued working part-time while studying for a broadcasting communications major and business management minor at the University of Idaho. He has held positions as director/videographer, producer/director and production manager at IdahoPTV and overseen the communications and membership departments. 

As production manager, Jeff played an integral role in the planning, design and transition to high-definition of IdahoPTV’s production facilities, both field and studio.

Since 2001 Jeff has helped form strong relationships with state agencies and other private and public organizations. Idaho in Session grew from streamed coverage via a single webcam to fiber-connected multi-camera coverage from the Idaho House, Senate and committee rooms as well as the Idaho Supreme Court. He also oversaw the planning, strategy and initial production for IdahoPTV’s newest long-form history documentary series, Idaho Experience. 

Jeff currently serves on the University of Idaho’s James A. and Louise McClure Center for Public Policy Research and has been active and served in leadership of several committees through the National Telecommunications Association. He’s a graduate of Idaho’s Certified Public Manager nationally accredited 22-month program that strengthens leadership skills, deepens understanding of management, and improves the quality of public service. 

Kevin and Mike will review the upcoming Duck Race Events with the members.

Horray!!!  Presentation of the Duck Race Prize Winners!  The Grand Prize, First & Second Prize winners will join us for the presentation of the prizes.  

The Membership Committee will discuss their goals for this Rotary year.

State Representative Stephanie Mickelson - "The Water Situtation in Eastern Idaho".

Chloe is a museum educator with a passion for learning and a penchant for storytelling. She received a B.A. in Secondary Education with certificates in History and Biology as well as a B.A. in History from Idaho State University. Alongside her colleagues at the Museum of Idaho, she develops programs and exhibits for all ages. She believes in the power of uncovering the history and science of one’s own surroundings which has led her to find “home” in the wild stories and places of Idaho; she hopes to inspire others to create real connections with the places they live in a similar way. She currently serves as a board member of the Western Museum Association, and as a committee member for the Idaho Falls Sister Cities Advisory Committee. Outside of museums, she finds happiness in spending time with her artist husband, her two incredible kids, and playing the bass in a two-man band with her brother

John Radford and Colleagues are our speakers and their topic is "EICAP Head Start Literacy Efforts".

The Rotary Club Ice Cream Social is back!

When:  September 11th at 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Kevin & Kelly Call's "Car Barn", 380 E. Sunnyside Road, Idaho Falls, ID 83404

Please join us at the "Car Barn" located at Kevin and Kelly Call's residence for a fun Farr's Ice Cream Social with some delicious french fries too!  Don't miss the fun!

Carrie Athay grew up in a family that moved often, traveling and experiencing the cultural arts around the world. Hearing and seeing amazing works through her life, she grew to understand the important role that the arts play in our lives and local communities. The idea that music, history, and art can cross boundaries and help us communicate on emotional levels has helped fuel her drive to build connections in the nonprofit sector in our area.

Carrie studied Humanities and Anthropology at Brigham Young University and has a master’s degree in Museum Studies emphasizing 19th Century American Studies from George Washington University. She has worked for several museums and nonprofits throughout her career, focusing on building community through shared connections.

As the Executive Director of the Idaho Falls Symphony, Carrie works to build bridges and connect us all through the intertwining of our hearts as we experience live orchestral music together. She has a passion for the cultural arts and believes that we thrive as communities when we experience the beautiful textures around us; specifically the textures of Idaho, as seen through our people, cultural arts, and natural surroundings.

Carrie and her husband William are parents to three amazing children. They love to spend time running, hiking and biking through Idaho while enjoying the thriving cultural arts our community has to offer.

Kim Jardine-Dickerson - "The Hope With NAMI".

Kim Jardine-Dickerson is an assistant clinical professor at ISU School of Nursing. She has been teaching at the school of nursing for 12 years, and has a master’s degree in nursing education. She is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse and a certified alcohol and drug counselor.

Jardine-Dickerson is currently interim undergraduate director in the school of nursing.

Jardine-Dickerson was instrumental in starting Idaho Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) a model of advocacy, training and education for law enforcement and other community stakeholders. She works with CIT training in Pocatello. 

Jardine-Dickerson has been on the Idaho State Behavioral Health Planning Council appointed be the governor and a regional Behavioral Health Board. She has been the past National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) board president. She is a member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) and the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL).