A: My passion for ATV riding is fueled by the exhilaration of navigating challenging trails and the joy of discovering new landscapes.

Riding allows me to experience the beauty of the outdoors from a different perspective. My genuine love for ATV riding fuels my enthusiasm, which I strive to share with others in the club. By leading with excitement and energy, I can inspire others to embrace the sport, try new things, and fully enjoy the experiences we create together.

A: Balancing a full-time career with my role as VP of the club including being a parent is indeed challenging. It takes a lot of focus and energy to keep up with it all and also remain sane! 

My passion, enthusiasm and dedication and the sense of accomplishment keeps me driven–qualities I hope I am fostering in my kids which also keep me motivated.

I draw energy from the camaraderie and shared passion of our members, the excitement of our events, and the knowledge that I’m helping to foster a thriving community.

A: Thank you for that compliment! I was very fortunate early on in my professional career to have many strong influential leaders mentoring me, but my solid foundation of organization and leadership came from growing up on the farm under the guidance of strong parents.

The work ethic instilled by my parents was foundational. They led by example, showing me the value of hard work, persistence, and dedication. This upbringing fostered a strong sense of discipline, adaptability and a commitment to seeing tasks through to completion, qualities that are crucial for effective leadership and organization.

These early life experiences have deeply influenced how I approach challenges, manage responsibilities, and lead others in various aspects of my life. 

A: Being part of a group that shares a passion for outdoor adventure and riding has allowed me to build lasting friendships and create memorable experiences.

Additionally, contributing to the club’s growth and organizing events has been particularly rewarding. Watching others enjoy the events we’ve planned, seeing new members feel welcomed, and knowing that I’ve played a role in making those moments possible gives me a deep sense of accomplishment.

A: Currently the club is working on a project to replace a floating bridge that has come into major disrepair causing a section of trail to be closed. When the time comes to build on site, we will be reaching out to our membership to provide their muscle or other technical skill to get this into place!

Also coming up in September we have a nighttime charity ride and BBQ planned where we collect donations for our local food bank.