Experiential Learning
Are you interested in special programming?
Serving the Apostle Islands, Madeline Island,
and Northern Wisconsin regions.
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Youth Programming: emphasis on ages 4-10
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Service Learning: community projects that make an impact
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Environmental Education: outdoor skills, geography, and ecology focused lessons and programs
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Family Programming: programming designed for family fun and life-long learning
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Guided Hikes; on Madeline Island focusing on foraging, local flora, fauna, weather, and phenology
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Guided Kayak Tours of Madeline Island; certified kayak guide. Introductory kayaking on Lake Superior, Big Bay Town Park & State Park
Programs developed for your needs, group size, & area of interest.
Past Programming
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La Pointe Physical Education Teacher; K-5
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La Pointe After School Program; grades K-5
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La Pointe Summer Recreation Program; ages 4-10
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Madeline Island Youth Paddling Program; ages 4-18
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Community Open Gym; all ages
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La Pointe Stencil Project 2018 and 2026
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La Pointe School Garden Project 2020
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La Pointe Habitat for Butterfly Project 2020
Education Philosophy
Experience is everything.
If there is one thing that I will contribute to this world it is the shared experience of others in spectacular and grand places. I want children and adults to see the world differently. I want to see them connect with it, feel empowered by it, and in the process become empowered by the opportunity to do something together, to better themselves and their community. Education and experience can do this, but it takes patience and understanding.
Education
Certifications & Credentials
Master of Science - Experiential Education,
Minnesota State University- Mankato
Bachelor of Arts - Geography & Environmental Science, University of Minnesota Duluth
Emergency Medical Responder - Madeline Island, WI
USCG OUVP, Towing, and Near Coastal Captains License
Level II Kayak & Water Rescue
Certified Interpretive Guide
Master Naturalist, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Florida
Mushroom Identification Certification
Ordained in Wisconsin
