Kelly has been involved with the study and management of predators for 45 years in Oregon, working and providing trained hounds on five ODFW cougar projects.

Serving on the OHA Umpqua Chapter board since 2001, Kelly is an OHA Learn to Hunt program instructor, ODFW shotgun coach and ODFW cougar and bear volunteer agent.

As a native Oregonian and lifelong hunter he is deeply committed to preserving our hunting heritage and wildlife for future generations to enjoy.