4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Eastern
Kick off your career in outdoor recreation and education with insight into two of the most accessible and impactful entry points: seasonal roles and graduate positions. This session will explore the pros and cons of seasonal jobs, strategies for finding work across different times of the year, and how to leverage these experiences for long-term growth. You’ll also learn about graduate-level roles — what they entail, where to find them, and how they can set you up for success in this field. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this session will help you chart a clear path forward.
About the Presenters
Audrey Krimm
Originally from Maryland, Audrey completed her M.S. in Leadership Education from the University of Nerbaska-Lincoln. She loved Nebraska so much that she decided to stick around and now serves as the Coordinator of Trip Logistics with UNL Outdoor Adventures. She is passionate about creating opportunities for and sharing stories of student development and empowerment through adventure, and when not leading trips can be found flipping kayaks and falling off her mountain bike.
Zach Eigenbrodt
Currently serving as the Executive Director at YMCA of Greater Rochester - Camp Gorham, his journey in the camping world began with an early passion for the wilderness cultivated as a trip leader at Camp Manito-Wish YMCA in Northern Wisconsin. His career flourished over a decade at Frost Valley YMCA, where he progressed from Adventure Director to Senior Director of Camping Services, leaving a lasting impact on the camping programs. His understanding of the natural world is further enriched by a Bachelor's degree in Geoscience from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Beyond the activities themselves, his true passion for camping lies in the profound connections it fosters: connections with oneself, with others, and with the natural world. It was within this enriching camp environment that he met his wife, Megan, and they now share their adventures with their one-year-old son, Elliot, and their dog, Finley.
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About the Series: Pathways to the Outdoors: Careers, Certifications, and Sustainable Futures
Whether you're just stepping into the outdoor industry or planning your next professional move, this series offers a roadmap to building a purposeful and sustainable career in outdoor recreation, education, and leadership. Explore a variety of topics ranging from entry-level opportunities to advanced certifications, niche careers, risk management strategies, and wellness in the workplace.
Each session in this series is designed to equip you with practical tools, insider insights, and real-world strategies to help you grow as a confident, informed, and impactful outdoor professional. From seasonal jobs and resume building to mental health resilience and climate-adaptive programming, join experts and peers to shape a future that is not only career ready but also community and sustainability minded.
Ideal for current students, job seekers, seasonal staff, and mid-career professionals looking to expand their role in the outdoor industry.
This series will offer free learning credits to participants in partnership with American Trails.
This webinar series is free for AORE professional members, $5 for AORE supporter members, and $20 not yet AORE members.
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