Mike Evano
Director of Great Lakes Adventures
Mike is a 16-year veteran of program development and delivery with experience giving leadership to camps in 7 states. He brings creativity and innovation to the work that he does, whether it is the creation of in-person and virtual lessons or multi-day outdoor camping adventures. In the role of Director of Great Lakes Adventures, Mike gives leadership to our Adventure Lab and Great Lakes Adventures teams while also working directly with partnering organizations to create tailor-made educational solutions for scholars of all ages.
Mike.Evano@greatlakesadventures.org
Tam Nguyen
Sales Specialist of Great Lakes Adventures
Tam serves as the Sales Specialist for Great Lakes Adventures, helping schools, organizations, and families connect with the right programs for their needs. From field trips and sixth-grade camps to custom experiences, Tam works closely with partners to ensure every group has a smooth, memorable, and meaningful adventure. Her dedication to customer service and passion for youth experiences make her a key part of our team.
Tam.Nguyen@scouting.org
Sarah Demetruk
Great Lakes Adventures Director
Sarah is the lead instructor for Adventure Lab, where she brings energy, expertise, and creativity to every hands-on experience. Sarah delivers engaging, youth-focused programs that spark curiosity and build real-world skills. Her passion for teaching and commitment to making learning fun are at the heart of every Adventure Lab session.
sarah.demetruk@scouting.org
Anthony Dworning
Director of Camping
Anthony serves as the camp Director for Great Lakes Adventures. Anthony provides leadership to our outdoor education team to create life changing experiences for young people and adults. Anthony graduated from Kent State University with a minor in Recreation Management.
Anthony.Dworning@greatlakesadventures.org
Dan Goerndt
Camp Program Specialist
Dan serves as the Camp Program Specialist for Great Lakes Adventures, where he leads the creation and planning of our camp programs and experiences. Dan ensures every program is engaging, impactful, and mission-driven. With a passion for experiential learning and youth development, he plays a key role in bringing our camp vision to life.
Dan.Goerndt@greatlakesadventures.org
Marc Ryan
CEO
Marc Ryan brings an extensive background and over 30 years of experience in outdoor adventures to the team. With a passion for getting young people outside, Marc has operated camps of all sizes in five different states. As our CEO, Marc drives the vision for our programs and oversees improvements and upgrades to our facilities that create mountaintop experiences for our guests.