Jay Runte, Operations Director - Jay grew up south of Buffalo, N.Y. and received his B.S. in Liberal Arts/ Recreation and Leisure studies from Excelsior College. While in college he worked for Frost Valley YMCA as a canoe and kayak instructor and the Appalachian Mountain Club as a huts crew member and interpretive guide. Upon moving to Eugene in 2002 he accepted a job at the Northwest Youth Corps and over the last nine years has served youth in various programs particularly the Outdoor High School. Jay enjoys fly fishing, rafting, hiking and skiing.