Outdoors at UVa Officers

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	David Abbott Vice-President. The outdoors has always been a focal point of my life. Growing up in Southern Virginia I was always surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. Thus, it became essential that on any given weekend I would be out hiking, camping, or out constructing a rope swing by the 'ol watering hole or even a nice duck tape raft. Eventually the adventuring developed into exploring frozen waterfalls, odd places like 'foamhenge', trail running, and climbing buildings (unfortunately some people aren't okay with this). So, upon joining the outdoors club at UVa I had clearly found my fix. The club introduced me to rock climbing, and let's just say I quickly developed a lust for the sport. Nowadays I can be found out bouldering at a new crag, at the gym, or around grounds (so be sure to come say 'hey!' if you see me). Has it become an obsession? Maybe. Anyhoo, I must say I love the Outdoors club and all the opportunities it holds (hopefully soon I'll get into kayaking). So if you ever want to go for climb, slack some line, or anything, there are good chances I won't say no. Cheers.
	Andrew Cassidy Vice-President. I grew up mainly in Virginia and spent a lot of my suburban childhood fishing in abandoned golf course ponds and wandering around the woods looking for animals. My family always hiked together when we would vacation in the Adirondacks, and we skied together pretty much every winter. Once I got to UVA I picked up backpacking through the club, then slacklining, then climbing, and I'm hoping I'll be mountain biking more coming soon. I'm totally stoked to shared what I've learned with as many people as possible and look forward to seeing you on the trail, at the crag, or on the line.
	Ryan Elliott Vice-President. I have always loved the outdoors from early in my childhood. I was that hippy kid running around with long hair and no shoes looking at bugs, tree, stars or something. Then my years spent as a camper and staff at a summer camp in the Blue Ridge hooked me forever. I was lucky enough to grow up right at the foot of the Blue Ridge and junction of the Skyline and Parkway where I spent many days on my road bike. Recently through my time with the Outdoors Club I have become an avid backpacker, day hiker, and Teddy Graham connoisseur. I would love to add rock climbing, bouldering, and kayaking to my list of amazing stuff to do. I also need to get my lazy self back out on my mountain bike so bug me to do some Walnut Creek trips. Before all that happens though I will be setting up my slackline as often as I can escape the clutches of Clemons. There is no doubt I will be leading some sweet(at least I think so) backpacking and day hiking trips so get excited and I will see you out there.
	Lindsay Jamerson Co-President. I've never been an inside girl. Growing up in the Virginia State Forest, I grew up with an appreciation of what the outdoors had to offer. It wasn't until I started going to camp, though, that I got into real outdoors sports. As a camper and, later, a camp counselor, I discovered how much I love things like rock climbing, canoeing, and hiking. Through the club, I've become a dedicated rock climber and enthusiastic (if clumsy) snowboarder. My love of the outdoors has only grown since becoming a member of Outdoors at UVA, and I'd love to help you get out there and see what beautiful Virginia has to offer!
	Kelsey Kerle-O'Brien Vice-President. I spent the summers of my childhood camping in Alaska. It was there, among the beautiful Rocky Mountains that I gained a true love of the outdoors. In my three years at UVA so far, I have traveled to California and Ecuador to perform environmental conservation work, camp and hike. My family owns kayaks, so I enjoy paddling on the Potomac River and in the tributaries of the Occoquan at Mason Neck State Park. Although I am originally from Georgia, I am an avid skier, and I am so stoked for spring Snowshoe trips! I love to lead hikes, but I am still learning all of the trails of the Shenandoah and the surrounding area. It is my goal to attend a backpacking trip before I graduate!
	Lynn Nichols Co-President. Regardless of weather, season, and location, I ache to be outside. For me, few things compare to the quiet elegance of a forest or the breathtaking views as an expansive landscape unfolds below. As a native Connecticuter, I developed a fondness for hiking, swimming, and camping at an early age and realized my passion for mountain biking midway through high school. I love the thrill of snaking between trees and racing down hillsides, not to mention the great friends I’ve made along the way. In addition to biking, I enjoy rock climbing, skiing, kayaking, stargazing, and simply adventuring wherever the trails lead. I’m so excited that the club offers so many wonderful opportunities for outdoors enthusiasts and I hope you’ll join me on a ride. Let’s hit the trails!
	Becca Percy Vice-President. My love for the outdoors started well before my memories. Growing in the Vermont countryside, I spent far more time outdoors than watching television. I was sleeping in a tent before walking or talking, hiking before kindergarten, and backpacking in elementary school. By high school graduation I had dabbled in rock climbing. After a brief hiatus in undergrad, I have returned to all of these sports in force. Currently I am most active in rock climbing and backpacking, both attending and leading trips regularly. Other activities are berrypicking, swimming in streams, day hikes, camping, stargazing, snowshoeing, and most other outdoor activities. The mountains are one of the most relaxing and rewarding places to spend a weekend whether on rock, a mountaintop, a long hike, or a short wander. Come and relax in the woods!
	Andrew Richers Vice President. I grew up in southern California, but still developed a love for the outdoors. As a kid my summer vacations consisted of driving up to a national park and camping for a week. Having visited places like Yosemite, Yellowstone, and the Grand Canyon quite easy to want to spend some time with something other than walls surrounding me. I would also climb any tree with branches, which I think developed into my interest in rock climbing. Since I started rock climbing in early 2009 I've become addicted to it. I look forward to Peak days and I'm always itching to get back out to the New River. I'm also hoping to soon get some experience whitewater kayaking. The Outdoors Club has let me pursue my outdoorsy desires to my heart's content.
	Amelia Rode Vice-President. Loving the outdoors is easy. I come from the northern Shenandoah Valley, living 5 miles from the Appalachian Trail. Historically, summer has been my season of outdoors romping and is when you can find me at a summer camp up in northern Michigan. Over 12 summers, I have explored many a part of Michigan, Canada and Alaska by way of backpacking, canoeing, portaging or kayaking. Now in the Outdoors Club, I have extended my adventures into all times of the year and have fallen in love with rock climbing, bouldering and the like!
	Katrina Salmons VP Emeritus, Climbing Guru. I am compulsively, magnetically attracted to rock. I love rock and it loves me. When I was little I would beg my dad to take me bouldering, I would dream up places we'd never been. And, now thanks to our fabulous Outdoors Club I can climb any time I want. Currently I've been doing a lot of sport climbing, but hopefully soon I'll be getting into trad! When I can’t climb I might decide to camp in the woods, take a hike, clean up a highway, or just watch the stars. And lastly, my love of rock is balanced by a crazy fear of the water.
	Joe Thompson Climbing-Advisor.
	Past Officers Former presidents are in bold. Emily Anderson (2001-2002) Chris Bachmann (2001-2003) Lindsey Brown (2005-2006) Quintin Brubaker (2005-2007) Chris Chin (2008-2009) Dave Clark (2001-2004) Kahlil Detrich (2003-2004) Rick Evans (2004-2006) Ryan Gilchrist (2008-2010) Deryn Goodwin (2001-2002) Campbell Grant (2007-2009) Ryan Hauer (2005-2006) Thiago Ize (2001-2004) Sophie Johnson (2002-2006) Cristina Liebolt (2008-2010) Meghan Magennis (2007-2008) Andrew Olesen (2005-2007) Emily Powell (2008-2010) Matt Rosefsky (2001-2004) Jeff Scherr (2001-2003) Baron Schwartz (2001-2006) Marc Schwartz (2004-2006) Aarash Sofla (2001-2008) Eric Stauffer (2006-2008) Jim Sumner (2003-2004) Brian Tai (2007-2008) Case Taintor (2002-2006) David Wade (2003-2004) Lila Warren (2006-2009) Bob Weaver (2007-2009)