Challenge Center
Geoff Luoma
Program Coordinator
Education/Qualifications
BS in Environmental Studies, Wilderness First Responder
Why do you love the outdoors?
The wilderness is an abundant source of energy that is
ever-giving of lessons and opportunities. I love the outdoors
because Mother Earth constantly welcomes us into the
all-expanding and joyous power of now.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Pulling granite, riding my bicycle & throwing a frisbee
Helen Lester
Outdoor Trip Leader
Education/Qualifications
Studying Geology. WFR, Switft water, and SAR Trained.
Why do you love the outdoors?
“I love the outdoors bc of the mystery of why it is what
it is and is what I study. But I also just love to play”
Three Favorite Hobbies
Climbing, playing guitar, and rocks
Kiefer Salimo
Challenge Center Team Lead
Education
Favorite thing about being outdoors-
Three favorite hobbies -
John Gratton
Challenge Center Manager
Education/Qualifications
BS in kinesiology, and I am certified in CPR and Wilderness First
Aid.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The outdoors provides tons of opportunities for new experiences,
like meeting interesting people, seeing new sites, and
challenging myself both physically and mentally. Also, the
sunsets are pretty sweet, too.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Doing pull-ups on rocks, sliding on the snow with sticks, and
cruising on two wheels.