Amber Albe, Outdoor Programs & Pathways Manager

Amber has lived in the beautiful state of Maine for over half a decade. She grew up in Connecticut, where she attended Eastern Connecticut State University, and spent much of her young professional life working at the YMCA in Aquatics and Marketing. To the dismay of her family, she skipped out on her college graduation ceremony and hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2019, which sparked her enthusiasm for the outdoor recreation industry. She moved to Maine and 2020, when she decided to take a white water guide course in The Forks, ME.

From that point on, Amber has been hungry for outdoor recreation experiences, including obtaining her Maine Recreational Guide license, Wilderness First Responder, ACA Swift-water Rescue, and more. She has guided throughout the state and has worked in the ski industry for several winters. She has skills in digital marketing, having worked for Wilderness Medical Associates International as their Digital Content Specialist for several years, and is an artist with her own small business Radical River Works.

Amber believes this role with Main Street Skowhegan/Skowhegan Outdoors is her dream job and she is beyond excited to see what impacts Skowhegan Outdoors has on the greater Skowhegan community, ensuring access for all in our beautiful woods and waters.

Matt Kay, Team Lead

Matt Kay is a Skowhegan, Maine native. He went to the University of Maine and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology & Physical Education with a minor in Outdoor Education. The last 5 years he has worked as a Personal Trainer and just created his own personal training company. His favorite outdoor activities include skiing (downhill & x-c), hiking, mountain biking, trail running, water sports (kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding), and walking his dogs.

Brian Pollard, Community Engagement Coordinator

Brian is proud to be a first-generation college graduate from the University of Maine at Farmington. Born in Arizona, he moved to Maine in high school, drawn by its access to nature and recreational opportunities. Outdoor recreation keeps him grounded and motivated, making Maine feel like home. Passionate about his degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, he looks forward to advocating for the environment. In addition to his commitment to Land Stewardship and Conservation, he is looking forward to being an AmeriCorps Member with Skowhegan Outdoors this year.

Madeline Linhart, Marketing Coordinator

My name is Madeline Linhart and I am a graduate of the University of New Hampshire. I enjoy hiking, swimming, kayaking, hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors! I'm always open to trying new things and having fun adventures.

Tessa Shanteler, Gear Library Coordinator

Tessa Shanteler, ORF Gear Library Coordinator, brings a deep love for outdoor adventure and education. She graduated from the University of Maine, Orono with a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Ecology and Ecology and Environmental Science in 2022, and has happily found herself in the non-profit and farming world for the last few years. Tessa is excited about her new role with Skowhegan Outdoors and hopes to find a place in this community. Leadership, Community Care, Collaboration and Friendliness are her bread and butter. Tessa is passionate about connecting people with nature, helping to foster confidence, curiosity, and stewardship through outdoor experiences. Come say hi at our Gear Library, she can Coordinate all your gear rental needs!

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