Monday, June 3, 2013

New 2013 Leader, Kristen!

May I introduce Kristen to all of you:
Having some down time on Blackcomb Glacier
"Hello trekkers, my name is Kristen and I'm from Cleveland, Ohio. I am a first grade teacher, and I can't wait to spend my summer break in the saddle with wonderful people in the outdoors! I can't think of  better experience. Words can't describe how I felt after I finished my first trek from Lancaster, PA to Havre de Grace Maryland in one day. I'm excited to accomplish something great with you!
I have traveled to Prague, Berlin and Dublin. One of my favorite parts of these trips were talking with fellow travelers in the hostels. I learned so much from these conversations! One of my favorite cities to travel to is Vancouver, B.C. to visit my twin sister, bike around Stanley park and go snowboarding in Whistler.
I also enjoy competing in triathlons, scuba diving, and currently am trying to improve my volleyball skills. If there is a lake, swimming hole, beach or pool you'll have trouble keeping me out. In the past I developed a curriculum for an outreach program for middle school students in underrepresented schools to teach resiliency, self confidence, goal setting and interpersonal relationships skills.
I can't wait to meet you and make memories that last a life time!"
Shade!