Meet Your Board Members

Sheryl Wilkins, President/Secretary

Sheryl grew up in Scott Valley, a home she loves for the wildlife, beauty, and rural culture. She retired after a 30-year career with Scott Valley Unified School District, serving as the District Technology Coordinator. She joined the SisQ Bee Club before retirement and has been keeping bees for over seven years. Passionate about beekeeping, she respects Honey Bees for their resiliency and their complex social skills. She served as the Club’s Secretary from 2022–2023, continues as their Pollinator Garden Coordinator, and now fills the role of President/Secretary. Sheryl is focused on strengthening the organization, positively impacting Honey Bees, and using her Pollinator Steward Certification to benefit the Siskiyou County community.

Mariana Riquelme Harmon, Vice President/Treasurer

Mariana Riquelme Harmon lives in Weed, California, and has been beekeeping for eight years. She is an original member of the Siskiyou County Beekeepers Association, now the SisQ Bee Club, and currently serves as Vice President and Treasurer, having previously served as Treasurer from 2022–2023. Before retiring, Mariana held multiple management and technical roles alongside her husband. She and her husband now volunteer with Siskiyou Food Assistance, reflecting her strong commitment to community connection. Passionate about all life—especially bees and pollinators—Mariana is completing the Pollinator Steward Certification program and looks forward to educating and mentoring others, particularly children, through beekeeping and community outreach.

Rick Wilkins, Member at Large

Rick was raised in Napa Valley, California, where he began a long career with AT&T after graduating, working his way to Lead Service Technician for over 30 years. After retiring and moving to Scott Valley, he spent an additional 10 years as Lead Maintenance for Scott Valley Unified School District. Upon his second retirement in 2020, Rick joined the SisQ Bee Club and became a dedicated beekeeper. He now manages more than 30 hives alongside his wife, Sheryl, and especially enjoys honey harvesting and packing for their family business, The Garden Crack. A people person at heart, Rick values the social connections of the SisQ Bee Club and enjoys contributing to board leadership and decision-making.

Bob Harmon, Quartermaster

Bob Harmon lives in Weed, California, and has been beekeeping with his wife for eight years. He currently serves as the Club’s Inventory Manager, overseeing merchandise, stored equipment, pollinator garden supplies, office items, and all materials related to the bee program. Prior to retirement, Bob was president of multiple businesses for more than 20 years, bringing strong leadership and organizational experience to the Club.

Bob also volunteers as Pantry Manager for Siskiyou Food Assistance in Weed, reflecting his deep commitment to community service. He values giving back to others and brings integrity, organization, and compassion to his work with the SisQ Bee Club. Bob and all that he does. He is looking forward to an engaging and productive term ahead with the SisQ Bee Club community.

Jerry Heikura, Social Media Coordinator

Jerry has been a beekeeper for nearly 10 years, having found a hobby that keeps him engaged while connecting him to a diverse and supportive community. He enjoys experimenting with different bee breeds and producing and selling products from his hives. Jerry lives in Mount Shasta with his wife and is a devoted husband and father of two beautiful daughters.

Raised on military bases throughout the United States and overseas, Jerry later settled in Sacramento. He went on to serve a 30-year career in law enforcement with the California Highway Patrol before retiring. Jerry continues his commitment to public service as a board member of the Mount Shasta Fire Protection District, bringing leadership and community focus to all that he does.