Staff

Cheyenne Sterck

Raised in the mountains of northern Idaho, Cheyenne has deep experience across diverse fields—from education to hospitality, operations management, development, and even as manager of Aaron Sterck Racing #285. (Aaron,…

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Samantha

Samantha grew up in Breckenridge, Colorado and has spent the past two summers in Jackson Hole. “I’m always on the lookout for different local nonprofits that work with sustainability and…

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Carlie Ideker

Program Manager and Interim Executive Director Carlie Ideker grew up on public lands in and around Dubois. “My family spent our weekends outside, usually in the Shoshone or Bridger-Teton National…

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Shane O’Brien

Shane O’Brien began his journey with Friends of the Bridger-Teton as a contract employee and quickly jumped at the opportunity to join the team full-time. “I was excited by the…

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Monica Elliott

“The outdoors have given me so much,” says Monica Elliott, who was team leader of FBT’s 2025 Forest Corps and then transitioned into Forest Corps Program Manager. “It’s great to…

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Jennifer Ricupero

How Jennifer Recreates Responsibly: Jennifer says that no matter what the weather or conditions she always abides by the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace: Plan Ahead and Prepare, Travel…

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Dina Mishev

Communications and outreach liaison Dina Mishev moved to Jackson Hole because of the Tetons. She’s stayed for 20+ years because of the Bridger-Teton National Forest. “I love adventuring in the…

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