Jared Baecker
Executive Director
Jared Baecker joined the organization in December of 2015 to develop the nonprofit’s education, stewardship and access work through the position of program director.
A biologist, professional naturalist and river enthusiast, Baecker came to the Snake River Fund with a diverse background perfectly suited to tackling his position’s broad range of duties. He has a strong connection to the Jackson Hole community, having worked in natural history education through Wildlife Expeditions, Natural Habitat Adventures and as a board member and volunteer for the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation. Baecker said the position fits his core values and passions.
“The Snake River is not only a marvelous natural resource; it is also an economic engine,” Baecker said. “It is imperative to work collaboratively to achieve goals that sustain the resource but also sustain our local economy. The collaborative work of the Snake River Fund, local businesses and government agencies to promote wise use and stewardship is something to be admired.”
Among his duties, Baecker coordinates and implements the organization’s educational and outreach programs for youths and adults, such as Guides’ Night for river enthusiasts, and the Fifth-Grade Float Trips, which ensure all Jackson Hole youths have the opportunity to experience the river first hand.
Jessica Sheehy
Communications and Development Director
Jessica joined Snake River Fund in August of 2018. Originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, she graduated from University of Alabama in 2009, and following graduation, she moved to Jackson Hole to experience mountain life. Jessica brings over seven years of marketing and communications experience to the Snake River Fund. When she is not working, she is running her marketing business or you will find her on an adventure with her husband and dogs either fly fishing, camping, hiking or enjoying this beautiful place we call home.
KC Bess
Program and Event Director
KC Bess has been playing in rivers from the time he floated his shoes down the river as a kid. KC joins us with a formal education in Recreation Resource Management and many years experience as a guide and river company manager on the Snake River. KC is passionate about rivers and feels that education and fun on the river create a love that will lead others to be better stewards of the river. KC is excited to be a part of the local river community and share his love of the Snake River through the outreach efforts of the Snake River Fund.