David Lamfrom

Mojave National Preserve Conservancy President

David Lamfrom is honored to serve as the inaugural President of the Mojave National Preserve Conservancy’s board of directors. David is the California Desert Field Representative for National Parks Conservation Association; he lives and works in the California Desert.

Arthur "Terry" Ackerman

Mojave National Preserve Conservancy Director

Arthur deWitt "Terry" Ackerman has been involved with entrepreneurial endeavors and sales for most of his career. From 1967-1980 he had a successful career with Home Life of New York where he was a member of the Hall of Fame and a Charter member of the Top of the Round Table.

Mike Cipra

Mojave National Preserve Conservancy Secretary & Founding Member

Mike Cipra is a founding member of the Mojave National Preserve Conservancy, and currently serves as secretary on its board of directors. Mike is the California Desert Program Manager for National Parks Conservation Association, working to empower communities to speak out on behalf of our national parks, preserves, and monuments.

Sidney Silliman

Mojave National Preserve Conservancy Director

Sid Silliman is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He is committed to protecting the beauty and biological diversity of the Mojave National Preserve for future generations.

Chris Clarke

Mojave National Preserve Conservancy Director

Chris Clarke is a natural history and environmental writer, editor and photographer. He has worked as an environmental journalist for two decades, with a focus on the arid landscapes of the American Southwest.

Mission of the Mojave National Preserve Conservancy:

Preserve, protect, and promote the unique natural beauty, ecological integrity, and rich cultural history of Mojave National Preserve
Build a community dedicated to the enduring stewardship of Mojave National Preserve

Tortoises Through the Lens: A Conservation Exhibition by Mojave Desert Students at Kelso Depot thru August 7, 2010 Read more.