From Rich Good, Interim Scout Executive

The Mount Baker Council, Scouting America is pleased to announce two new members of staff, Nikki McLendon and Drew Shephard. Nikki will be serving as Council Registrar and has been diligently working with Susan McCaughan to learn the ins-and-outs of the system and the intricacies of registration and advancement. Drew will be joining as the Salish Sea District Executive

Nikki McLendon is the mother of 3 Scouts – 2 Cub Scouts and 1 in Scouts BSA – and has been involved in Scouting for several years. She volunteers at the unit level and knows how important the program is to the youth of our community. Outside of Scouting, Nikki has decades of experience as an administrator and is excited to put this knowledge to use as she gets to know the parents and Scout leaders of the Mount Baker Council. Nikki is looking forward to working with you to answer any questions you may have about registration or our Scholarship Fund.

Drew Shepherd’s involvement in Scouting began at the age of six as a Cub Scout and has continued to be a defining part of his life. He has earned the Eagle Scout rank and been inducted as a Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow. Drew holds a degree in Business and Sustainability from Western Washington University. Outside of Scouting, he enjoys attending local baseball games and organizing board game nights with friends. He is excited to continue to give back to the Scouting community and looks forward to collaborating with everyone.

With Drew’s incorporation into the team we now have three District professionals covering the Council and focusing on unit and Council success.  Nick Fortner is the District Executive covering the North Cascades District, Drew will be covering Salish Sea District, and both will report to District Director Andy Manson who will be taking charge of the Pilchuck District.

Welcome Nikki and Drew to the team!