Youth Camp

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Valerie Regner

Director

Valerie Regner standing in front of a net.

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.

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Jason Dietsch

Youth Camp Counselor and Challenge Center Facilitator

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.

Favorite outdoor thing to do?
Rock climbing

 

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Noble Mahan

Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation. Recreation Administration minor

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
Backpacking!

 

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Stephanie Galvan

Youth Camp Counselor and Challenge Center Facilitator

Education/Qualifications
Rec Parks and Tourism Admin, Wilderness and Remote First Aid Certified, River Rescue certified, Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, and 2 years working at the Challenge Center and will start as a Camp Counselor this summer.

Why do you love the outdoors? 
I love the outdoors because I get into a peaceful mindset. My body and inner self get to recharge and heal. I also love seeing the beautiful view. 

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Cristal Gurrola Lopez

Youth Camp Cousoler and Outdoor Trip Leader

Education/Qualifications
Communication Sciences & Disorders, Wilderness First Aid, and CPR Certified

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
White water rafting

 

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Cindy Hernandez

Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
Communication Sciences & Disorders 

Favorite things to do outdoors?
Hiking and paddle boarding!

 

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Aj Burke

Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
BA in Studio Art, Wilderness First Aid, and CPR Certified 

Favorite thing to do Outdoors?
Hiking!

 

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Gjia Ayson

Youth Camp Counselor and Challenge Center Facilitator

Education/Qualifications
BA in Psychology, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite things to do outdoors?
ANYTHING outdoors and I’m there! You can do anything indoors, outdoors!

 

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Angelina Fanning

Youth Camp Counselor & Challenge Center Facilitator

Education/Qualifications
Degree in Health Science and Recreation Therapy 
CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
Caving, because I love hanging with bats :D!

 

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Veronica Jauregui Vaca

Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
Degree in Recreation Therapy 
CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite things to do outdoors?
Hiking and paddle boarding!

 

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Syd Sobota

Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
Working on a BS in Biochem, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
Camping and enjoying the sun!

 

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Aliza Young

Outdoor Trip Leader & Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
B.S. in Health Science, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Why do you love the outdoors? 
Being in nature allows people to live in the moment, gain an appreciation for the planet we live on, and provide opportunities to explore new hobbies.

Three Favorite Hobbies 
Backpacking, plants, and petting my friend’s cat (Chicken)

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Annaleise Smith

Outdoor Trip Leader & Youth Camp Counselor

Qualifications/Education: Pursuing B.A in Communication Studies, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Why Do you love the outdoors? I love the outdoors because it connects us with ourselves, others and Mother Nature. Every adventure creates meaningful and life-long memories. Adventure is out there!

What are your 3 favorite hobbies? Backpacking, growing plants, and petting Chicken (my cat)

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Nikita Cherepanov

Peak Adventures Challenge Center Team Lead & Youth Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Why do you love the outdoors?
It allows me to be at peace. It’s an incredibly tranquil place for me that still challenges me in fun ways. I also love the outdoors because you can see the most beautiful sights out there that can’t be found anywhere else.

Three Favorite Hobbies
Choosing just three is a hard choice but they are probably watching movies or shows, reading books, and singing.