Meet Our Staff
Valerie Regner
Director
Education/Qualifications
I have a Bachelor’s in Recreation Administration from Sacramento
State University and 15 years of Challenge Course
experience. I am also a certified Level 2 ACCT Facilitator.
Why do you love the outdoors?
It just smells better out there.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Karaoke, dancing, and staying away from social media.
Laura Murray
Operations Manager
Education/Qualifications
15+ years of experience as a bicycle mechanic and shop manager,
USAC Category 1/Pro Cyclocross and MTB racer. Bachelor of
Music, Johns Hopkins University.
Why do you love the outdoors?
It sure beats being inside.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Child wrangling, drinking coffee, and being outside.
Clone of Kendal Willenbrock
Outdoor Adventures Manager
Education/Qualifications
BA in Recreation Sports Management/Outdoor Recreation from
Northwest Nazarene University, Wilderness First Responder
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love that going outside disconnects us from all our worldly
comforts and the redundancy of our daily lives. There is
unlimited adventure and wonder in the outdoors, and embracing the
unknown that going outside has to offer is one of the greatest
gifts in life.
Clone of Noah Fordyce
Bike Shop Coordinator
Education/Qualifications
7 years of professional bicycle repair experience. B.A. in History from California State University, Sacramento.
Why do you love the outdoors?
The change of environment, going on a bike ride or a walk in
nature, puts you in new places to see new sights, smells, and
experiences. Biking or walking in the city where you usually
drive lets you learn about your town and discover new routes and
places you might otherwise never see.
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.
Gustavo Kilgore
Sales Specialist
Education/Qualifications
B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice from
California State University, Sacramento. I am CPR and First
Aid certified.
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the outdoors because there is something special
about adventuring and exploring an unknown place. Not knowing
where I’m going inspires me to travel. I feel so much freedom
when I am outdoors.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Soccer, Fast Cars, and Traveling
Lily McCalla
Marketing and Outreach Specialist
Education/Qualifications
BFA in Graphic Design and experience in the marketing/design
field
Why do you love the outdoors?
Exploring the outdoors is a wonderful way to disconnect from the
digital, fast-paced society we live in and refresh yourself. I
love to capture what I can on camera to share and increase the
hype!
Three Favorite Hobbies
Painting, photography, and hiking.
Jeremiah Cruz
Challenge Course Apprentice
Education/Qualifications
Studying Kinesiology
Why do you love the outdoors?
The views and the calmness.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Climbing, MMA, and eating.
Ryan Schumacher
Challenge Course Apprentice
Education/Qualifications
Why do you love the outdoors?
I feel a strong sense of peace when outdoors.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Climbing, camping, and board games.
Luke Basto
Bike shop technician apprentice
Education/Qualifications
Working on an Undergrad at CSUS
Why do you love the outdoors?
I like being active/athletic and a lot of other recreational
activities.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Playing piano
Ryn
Bike shop technician
Education/Qualifications
Nutrition & Food Bachelor of Science
Why do you love the outdoors?
The effect it had on mental health. As well as doing photography
in the outdoors, and the novelty of it
Three Favorite Hobbies
Video games, photography, and crossword puzzles.
Alexandra Sandaval
Challenge Center Facilitator
Education/Qualifications
CSUS Student
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the sun!
Three Favorite
Hobbies
Yoga, antiquing, and rollerskating.
Bailey-Jean Pantoni
Challenge Center Facilitator
Education/Qualifications
Pursuing a BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Why do you love the outdoors?
Being outdoors with friends is nice instead of being cooped up in
the house.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Reading, running, and being with friends.
Isabella Valero
Bike Mechanic
Education/Qualifications
I am a third-year health science major interested in becoming a
medical sonographer. I started as an apprentice and worked
my way up to a qualified bike mechanic. I have been working at
Peak Adventures since my first year at Sac State in 2022
Maya Brewer
Challenge Center Facilitator
Education/Qualifications
A psychology major.
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the outdoors because I love feeling connected with nature.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Painting, playing games, and reading.
Wyatt Walker
Challenge Center Facilitator
Education/Qualifications
6+ years of experience working in the recreation sector. CPR and
First Aid certified. Currently working towards a B. A in
Computer Science from California State University, Sacramento
Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the outdoors, as there are plenty of activities that
ensure a healthy lifestyle. Plus, it’s always nice to get out of
the house.
Three Favorite Hobbies
Photography, Computer Programming, and Biking.