MEET OUR VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board of Directors
Linn Tyhurst, President
Linn joined the SHS Board in 2019 and has served in the roles of Secretary and President. Linn’s journey in animal rescue began in 2005 when she joined a non-profit animal rescue board in Humboldt County. Linn has dedicated much of her life to animal welfare and for the last 5 years had served the community of Siskiyou County through her work with SHS. Linn has successfully obtained several very important grants and helped organize both virtual and in-person fundraisers for SHS. Linn resides in McCloud with her husband, Josh and two rescued pitties, Jada and Ziggy.
Ashley Delaney, Vice President
Ashley is a recent transplant, having moved to Mount Shasta in 2023. She has 2 rescue dogs and 3 rescue cats. She is passionate about finding more resources for local animals, fundraising, and spending time to help improve the lives of local pets. She has spent the past few years volunteering for different medical organizations and is looking forward to helping out in the animal world.
Kristy Cottini, Treasurer
Kristy was born and raised in McCloud where she spent much of her childhood riding horses. She retired from the U.S. Forest Service in 2014, after 38 years of service on the Shasta Trinity National Forest. She enjoys trail riding with her Mustang Macy, playing golf, skiing, enjoying our lakes and generally everything in the outdoors. Kristy splits her time between her childhood home in McCloud and her home in Palo Cedro, with her husband David, Macy, and their dog Sandy.
Anne-Marie Hosler, Secretary
Anne-Marie is the passionate owner and founder of Game Changer Marketing Group, bringing years of expertise in strategic marketing and business development to her role. With a deep commitment to innovative solutions and community engagement, Anne-Marie has successfully led numerous impactful campaigns that have transformed businesses across various industries. Her dedication extends beyond the boardroom, as she actively supports local causes, including many of Siskiyou County’s animal welfare initiatives. Anne-Marie’s hopes her efforts and creativity to make a positive difference in her community and the lives of others. When Anne-Marie is not working, she’s hanging out with her Husband, Woody and their dog Ursa, horses – Major and Clyde and cat, Rory.
Geoff Hunter, Director
Geoff is a recent transplant to the area, having moved up north in 2022 from the Bay Area. Since retiring after 30 years of public service, he enjoys the tranquility, the friendly people, and the stunning natural beauty of Siskiyou County. He resides in McCloud. Always an animal lover, he discovered the Siskiyou Humane Society in Mt. Shasta soon after moving here and immediately began volunteering as a dog walker several days a week. He joined the board in 2023.
Deb Harton, Director
Deb moved to Siskiyou County in 1990, but still considers herself a flatlander. She attended COS and later Chico State University under a full scholarship from the Ford Family Foundation. She worked for the County of Siskiyou. Always an animal lover, she maintains a poultry page on Facebook called ChickenFolk of Siskiyou County, rides horses, and traps stray or lost dogs in her spare time. Deb resides in Dunsmuir, and shares her life with a human teenager, one horse, three dogs, one cat and kittens, 30 chickens, and a large rat named Barry.
Pam Scheer, Director
Pam and her husband moved to Siskiyou county in 2021 from the central valley. Pam has had a love for animals since she could walk and talk. She been a veterinary technician, and worked with animal rescues throughout her adult years. Pam works in nutritional supplements for animals and humans. Pam and her husband have five dogs. They also have horses and produce and participate in barrel races.
Megan Tracey, Director
Megan works in education as her “real” job as a Special Education Program Manager at Golden Eagle Charter School, but has always had a heart for animals. As a local, she raised her daughter here and now enjoys time with her 15 year old (SHS adopted) pittie Bubba. Her free time is spent paddleboarding, reading, and enjoying the small town life in Mount Shasta.
Join Our Board of Directors at Siskiyou Humane Society
Are you passionate about animals and looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Siskiyou Humane Society is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and help shape the future of animal welfare in our region.
Ready to make a difference and join our pack? Apply today to become a member of the Siskiyou Humane Society Board of Directors and help us continue our vital work in the community!
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