Getting People Outdoors TogetherThe 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. |
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Annual Report
Financial Assistance Program
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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
Terry Matier: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua
Doug Olson: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Mt. Ashwabay Outdoor Educational Foundation
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
Terry Matier: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua
Doug Olson: Organizational Director
Executive Director; Mt. Ashwabay Outdoor Educational Foundation