Meet the Outsiders Adventure Team
“Leadership is mobilisation toward a common goal.” — Garry Wills
At Outsiders Adventure, we’re more than just educators — we’re mentors, guides, and lifelong learners united by a shared mission: to inspire children through nature-based learning that builds confidence, connection, and character.
Each member of our team brings a unique combination of professional expertise, lived experience, and a deep love for the outdoors. Whether leading Littles through their first forest trail or guiding teens in team-building and survival skills, our staff are committed to creating safe, empowering, and unforgettable learning journeys.
We believe that strong leaders cultivate strong learners. Get to know the passionate people behind Outsiders Adventure.
Leadership & Directors
Seth Johnson
Founder / C.E.O
Callie Johnson
Co Founder / Staff Support
Rossie Ansolabehere
COO/Marketing Director
Special Locations & Support Roles
Aurdra Irwin
Lead Base Camp Littles Guide
Aurdra leads our Littles with care, creativity, and calm. Specialising in early childhood development, she creates spaces where young adventurers can thrive through play, rhythm, and nature.
Claire Oxford
Base Camp Littles Guide
Claire infuses every day at Base Camp with imagination and joy. Known for her creative approach and love of art-based learning, she helps children uncover their strengths through nature play.
EddyLin Shroeder
Base Camp Littles Guide
With a background in inclusive education, EddyLin supports children in developing confidence and empathy. Her sessions often include messy art, bug spotting, and big smiles.
Courtney Littlejohn
Base Camp Littles Guide
Courtney brings energy, empathy, and encouragement to her group. She loves leading sensory-rich experiences and helping children find delight in discovery.
Jen Montgomery
Base Camp Littles Guide
Jen is known for her consistent care and inclusive teaching style. She integrates nature journaling, songs, and community-building into each session.
Sheila Lemburg
Base Camp Littles Guide
Sheila’s calm and nurturing presence supports our youngest learners. Her favourite teaching moments are those spent under the trees, telling stories and observing bugs with wonder.
Base Camp Guides
Michelle Newlan
Base Camp Guide
Michelle brings energy and a growth mindset to every day. She encourages exploration and leads with the belief that challenges build confidence.
Kimmie Waite
Base Camp Guide
Kimmie’s dynamic style brings nature to life for her students. With a background in recreation and youth mentoring, her sessions are filled with movement, laughter, and discovery.
Dallas Pyland
Base Camp Guide
Dallas is practical, patient, and purposeful. He’s a favourite among kids for teaching real-world survival skills like fire-starting and knot-tying.
Caeden Delk
Base Camp Guide
With a love for bushcraft and a talent for teaching resilience, Caeden helps kids build both practical skills and personal strength — always with a dose of humour.
Stevin Espinoza
Base Camp Guide
Stevin blends science and storytelling into immersive outdoor adventures. His sessions help kids see the forest as a living classroom.
Brooke Taylor
Base Camp Guide
Brooke creates inclusive, creative spaces for all learners. Her favourites? Anything messy — mud, water, or paint.
Candace Molhook
Base Camp Guide
Candace integrates behavioural support with nature play. Her approach helps kids feel seen, celebrated, and safe to take brave steps.
Rebecca Rodriguez
Base Camp Guide
Rebecca is an enthusiastic and nurturing guide who encourages animal tracking, storytelling, and self-confidence in each camper.
Marlena Sanchez
Base Camp Guide
With a background in experiential education, Marlena guides students with empathy, helping them uncover courage and curiosity in every activity.
Special Locations & Support Roles
Erin Smith
Tehachapi Base Camp Guide
Erin leads with rhythm, routine, and deep care at our Tehachapi location. Her Waldorf-inspired methods help young learners build strong foundations outdoors.
Lise Patterson
Base Camp Guide
Lise blends mindfulness with creativity, bringing art, observation, and sensory learning into her outdoor sessions. She’s known for her kind spirit and gentle teaching style.
Kris Lancaster (Coach Jaz)
Base Camp Guide
Coach Jaz leads with energy, music, and movement. His sessions empower students to stretch physically and mentally, always with enthusiasm and rhythm.
Javan Johnson
Accounting / Guide Aide
Javan supports the Outsiders team behind the scenes with accounting and logistics — and steps in at camp with warmth and good humour when needed.
Ready to Join the Adventure?
Behind every great program is a team that makes it possible. At Outsiders Adventure, our people are our strength — and we can’t wait to welcome your family into our learning community.
