Abby oversees the development, operation, budget, fundraising, and staffing of all La Vida Center programs. She also serves as an instructor for the core Outdoor Education course and trainings.  Abby received her MA in Outdoor Education and Leadership from Prescott College and BS in Biology from Cedarville University. She is certified as a WMA Wilderness First Responder, Challenge Course Manager, and Advanced Skills and Standards practitioner. Abby spent seven years working with an adventure education retreat center called El Refugio in Ecuador, South America. Her more than 20 years of experience leading wilderness trips, teaching, researching, and facilitating challenge course experiences have fueled her passion for promoting similar experiences for participants and staff. She is excited to lead the La Vida Center at Gordon College.

Christian assists with planning, marketing, and facilitating events at the challenge course and rock gym. He volunteered at the International Christian Academy of Santa Rita in Honduras, which ignited his passion for adventure. He then attended Gordon College where he began working with La Vida and graduated with a degree in International Affairs in 2022. In his free time, he enjoys climbing, playing soccer, learning new languages, and trying new foods.

Lauren is the registrar for La Vida college programs, helping Gordon College students sign up for their outdoor education core requirement. She also supports the entire La Vida center as the office manager. Lauren graduated from Gordon College in 2004 and lives in Danvers with her husband Ray and their two kids, two cats and dog. Getting outside into nature is something her whole family enjoys. They love exploring new locations, but also find joy in revisiting beloved local places in all seasons.