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We believe in the power of community voice and collaboration. Our team brings together unique experiences, all with the shared vision of restoring the heart of our valley as a sustainable ecosystem and thriving fishery.  

 

As dedicated guides, anglers, outdoorsmen and women, we are your boots in the river—gathering data, engaging the community, actioning restoration and celebrating the heart of our valley and its aquatic inhabitants.  

Team

Amanda Bauman, Executive Director 

Jean-Marie Bousquet, Brand & Community Outreach Manager

Rio Pedersen, Operations Manager

Miles Sweek, River Restoration Specialist

Kristine Hilt, Big Wood River Policy & Program Advisor

Board

Kenny Van Zant, President
Nick Miller, Treasurer
Stoddard Rowley, Board Member 
Ross Copperman, Board Member

Chad Chorney, Board Member

Creative Partners

Cooper Morton, Video Production

Our Team.

Amanda with a fish in the net

Amanda Bauman

Executive Director

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Jean in the river

Jean-Marie Bousquet 

Brand & Community Outreach Manager

Rio in some lupine

Rio Pedersen

Operations Manager​

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Miles Sweek

River Restoration Specialist

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Kristine Hilt

Big Wood River Policy & Program Advisor​

Our Board.

Kenny smiling

Kenny Van Zant

President

Nick by the river

Nick Miller

Treasurer

Ross out in hunting attire

Ross Copperman

Board Member

Stodd riding a scooter in front of the mountains

Stoddard Rowley

Board Member

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Chad Chorney

Board Member

At Project Big Wood, we believe that every image, video, and piece of media tells a vital story—a story of the Big Wood River, its wild inhabitants, its devoted riverkeepers, and the breathtaking beauty of our ecosystem. This narrative thrives thanks to our creative partners' unwavering support and dedication.

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A heartfelt thank you to the exceptionally talented Cooper Morton for crafting a visual narrative that engages and inspires us to care for and protect our river.

 

We also extend our gratitude to James Conrad, Sofia DeWolfe, Tam Harrison, Kendall Verge, Avery Ardovino, Spencer Cordovano, Ray J Gadd, and Joseph Evans for their invaluable creative contributions. Your work makes a difference!

Creative Partners.

Cooper Morton holding a trophy

Cooper Morton

Video Production

We are anglers and river enthusiasts dedicated to restoring the Big Wood River to a world-class trout fishery.

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BEEN ON THE WOOD?

Your observations—whether it's water temps, fish stress, or hatch activity—help us track the Big Wood's health over time.

Project Big Wood

PO Box 5006

Ketchum, Idaho 83340

208-309-3457

Mendit@projectbigwood.org

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EIN: 88-2750423

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