I’ve always loved rhythms and routines.

And the rhythm and routine of Overland has always been a part of my life. I feel so grateful to have grown up around Overland leaders, to have known the seasonal excitement of trips going into the field, and to see the joy and accomplishment at the end of each summer.

As a teenager, I went on three trips, hiking in the Rockies and Sierras, and riding my bike across the country. During college, I led for three more summers and cherished the months dedicated to building group experiences with my co-leader, living intentionally, and being outdoors. In my work since graduation from Williams, I’ve sought out opportunities that mirror the challenge and engagement of an Overland experience. I taught high school English in New York City for two years, and then split my time coaching Nordic skiing and working on a farm in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire. In each setting, I found the demands to be commensurate with the sense of satisfaction. The work allowed me to set clearly defined goals and pursue them with enthusiasm. It also pushed me to consider my own strengths and weaknesses, my blind spots and misconceptions.

As I’ve lean into the next chapter of my life at Overland, I’ve loved engaging in those same tasks, and valued, above all else, working alongside my teammates, our leaders, and our families to help them enjoy the promise of a summer with Overland.