Lynn Tompkins, Executive Director

Working as a veterinary technician in the 1980s, Lynn became involved in wildlife rehabilitation. In 1990, she and her husband, Bob, founded Blue Mountain Wildlife. She earned a BS in Animal Science from Oregon State University as well as state wildlife rehab permits from Oregon and Washington, and a Federal permit from USFWS. She is also a member of national and international rehab organizations. With Bob’s passing, Lynn is the primary staff conducting BMW’s rehab and education programs.

Tricia Marquez, Rehabilitation Assistant

Tricia grew up around animals at home, and when visiting her Aunt Lynn at Blue Mountain Wildlife! After college and other careers, she has landed in Pendleton. Here she assists Lynn in the clinic, with the resident raptors in our education building, and in the ever growing garden.

Winnie Burnett, Administrative Assistant

A part-time employee, Winnie assists wherever needed, whether outside feeding birds, cleaning & maintaining pens, helping in the clinic & during education programs, or working in the office. She provides invaluable technical support maintaining the BMW website, YouTube, & social media presence.

Michele Caron, Rehabilitator

Michele started and runs the Blue Mountain Wildlife Tri-Cities Center, where many Washington waterfowl and baby barn owls receive care. Michele knows more about raising baby barn owls than anyone. She has even received a phone call from England picking her brain about barn owls!