Aubrie hails from Minnesota! During college, Aubrie was an instructor for the campus’ outdoor center, leading climbing, biking, backpacking, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding trips. She worked for Global Treks and Adventures in Hawaii as an outdoor trip leader for middle and high schoolers, and she’s also been a climbing instructor at Winona State and kayak guide on the Mississippi River.
Winona State University, bachelor’s degree in recreation and tourism
Wilderness first responder
I love rock climbing, biking aimlessly around town, long road trips, reading in a sunny spot outside, and cooking meals to share with my friends!
Probably the first lead climb I ever did! When I first started rock climbing, I really struggled with my fear of heights, so even though this climb wasn’t very physically challenging, it was still one of the most mentally challenging things I’ve ever done. Getting through that climb, in spite of how scared I was, was a big step in learning to trust myself and manage fear.
The first time I saw the northern lights! It was completely unexpected and such an incredible moment of awe.
Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Arkansas. That place is jam packed with memories for me! It’s one of the first places I ever went as a trip leader during college, and I still visit regularly with friends because they have such great climbing there.
All the silliness and laughter! Trips like these just have a way of turning everyone into goofballs, and it’s so fun to enjoy those moments with everyone.
Addison