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Getting People Outdoors Together

The Ashwabay Outdoor Educational Foundation, a 501(c)3 (AOEF) was established in 2002 to provide year-round opportunities and programs to people of all ages promoting the enjoyment of the outdoors. AOEF promotes a healthy and strong community.

The foundation wants to create opportunities for citizens to participate in, and contribute to, the outdoor culture of the region.

With Ashwabay Recreational Area as the base for activities, the Foundation has an outstanding venue for healthful recreation that enhance physical fitness.

As a family-oriented, community-based organization, the Foundation promotes high standards of fair play and sportsmanship.

Annual Report

2022 Annual Report

Financial Assistance Program

AOEF Financial Assistance Application.pdf
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Board of Directors

​Board of Directors Kim Ogle: President 
Physician; Essentia Health

Chuck Finn: Vice President
Professor; State University of New York (retired)

Mark Ehlers: Treasurer
Partner; Ehlers & Pierce CPAs (semi-retired) 

Kellie Pederson: Secretary
Outreach Specialist; UW-Madison Extension 

Bill Van Sant: Board Member
Executive Chairman/CEO; Manufacturing

Carol "Coke" Lindsey: Board Member
Owner & Engineer; Ashland Industries (retired)

Dave Anderson: Board Member
Owner; Anderson Electric 

Dominic Papatola: Board Member
Regional Director; Otto Bremer Trust

Jim Perry: Board Member
Campus Executive Officer & Dean Emeritus; UW Oshkosh-Fox Cities 

Jim Miller: Board Member
College Enrollment Consultant & Former President; National Association for College Admission Counseling

John Gerzina: Board Member
Architect/Owner; DSGW Architects

John Thiel: Board Member
Owner; Howl Adventure Center 

Kate Ullman: Board Member
Instructor of Education; Northland College

Katrina "Kat" Werchouski: Board Member
Education Specialist; MN Dept of Human Services, Office for Equity and Inclusion 

Keith Kylmala: Board Member
Owner; Kylmala Truss

Kyle Ellefson: Board Member
Vice President; Northern State Bank

Sara Richter: Board Member
Development Engagement Manager; Voyageur Outward Bound School

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Terry Matier: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua 

Doug Olson: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Mt. Ashwabay Outdoor Educational Foundation

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  • An Evening Under the Trees
  • Winter
    • Nordic Skiing >
      • Nordic Conditions
      • Skijoring & Dog Trails
    • Alpine Skiing & Snowboarding >
      • Alpine Conditions
    • Fat Biking >
      • Fat Bike Conditions
    • Snowshoeing
    • Lessons & Youth Programs
  • About
    • Location & Contact
    • History
    • Ashwabay Outdoor Educational Foundation
  • Passes/Rentals
    • Seasonal Rentals
    • Nordic Day Passes
    • Season Passes
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
  • Events
    • Swap
    • Calendar
  • Summer
    • Mountain Biking
    • Hiking
    • Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua
    • Bar & Grill
  • Lodging Partners