Youth in Wilderness Outings are led by passionate individuals from all walks of life and each Outing takes on the personalities, strengths, and passions of its leadership team. As program representatives, we strive to...

• Be compassionate educators, facilitators, and mentors.
• Be self-aware of our own privileges and biases.
• Honor and highlight others' voices and unique lived experiences.
• Be active listeners.
• Facilitate a welcoming, fun, and inclusive outdoor education experience.
• Raise awareness about public lands and instill an environmental conservation ethic.
• Offer knowledge and guiding principles for responsible outdoor recreation.

We are also proud members of the Woodsy Owl Conservation Corps and are excited to impart his conservation messages! 

 MEET THE YOUTH IN WILDERNESS TEAM!

Toan P. Do, VWA Field Programs Director

Jacquelyn Bergner, Program Manager

Francisco Guzman, Field Instructor

Fabiola Lopez, Field Instructor, Community Leader Training Initiative

Jose Sanchez, Field Instructor, Community Leader Training Initiative

Estefani Hernandez, Field Instructor, Student Leader Initiative

Daniela Cervantes, Field Instructor, Student Leader Initiative

Ethan Atkins, Field Instructor

James Farber, Field Instructor

Maria Elena "Nena" Terrazas, Field Instructor

Jahaira "Ruby" Diaz, Field Instructor, Student Leader Initiative

Elise Fleishman, Field Instructor

Nicole Schrad, Field Instructor

Mark Moehling, Field Instructor

JJ Hernandez, Field Instructor

Seth Cohen, Field Instructor

If you would like to learn more about joining our team, please email Program Manager, Jacqui () and 'cc VWA Field Programs Director, Toan ().