This category is for permanent staff who are on staff year-round either full-time or part-time.
Heather Amann Human Resources Director About Well hello! I’m Heather, an Oregon native who likes rain, although I’d prefer it not to flood my tent. I love to play outside, which since our daughter was born mostly involves hiking, camping, and climbing trees. Rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, and sometimes SCUBA with my husband, Shawn,…
Rachel Weisz Associate Staffing Manager, Idaho About Rachel Growing up in Anacortes, Washington, as the child of a former staffer and surrounded by Youth Dynamics staff, I was aware of YD from a young age. I’ve always loved the outdoors and grew up hiking, kayaking, skiing, and camping. On a YD trip down the Owyhee…
Garrett Koepke Staffing Manager, Idaho Hi, I’m Garrett! My desire is to impart the Father’s heart to others, empower them to pursue their calling, and release them to the nations to do the same for others. My position as Staffing Manager at Youth Dynamics allows me to effectively combine this desire with the power of…
Greg Johnson Director, Stonewater Meet Greg, Greg has over 35 years of vocational ministry, corporate leadership development, and wilderness guiding experience. He is currently the Director of Stonewater, Youth Dynamics’ largest facility near Leavenworth, WA. He also developed and launched the Leadership Pursuits and Stonewater Adventure Bible School programs. Greg enjoys time with his wife,…
Danny Weston Area Director, Skagit Valley About Daniel Weston Hi there, I’m Daniel Weston, a dedicated youth worker with a passion for making a difference. As a proud husband and father of three, family is at the core of everything I do. Since my early days in eighth grade, I’ve felt called to youth work,…
Dave Hanthorn Base Director, Oregon About Some of my earliest memories are the ones created in the outdoors, the fresh air, the sights and sounds of nature, solitude, discovery, shared experiences with family and friends. The squeaky sounds of cold snow under foot, the warmth of the sun, and the calming ripple sounds of a…
Chris Stay Program Development and Booking, Stonewater About I love outdoor adventures and their impact on students’ lives. That is why my family and I have been working at Stonewater Ranch since February 2012. Taking students on adventure trips combines my passion for the outdoors and youth ministry to make lasting impacts on their relationship…
Chris McCormick Area Director, Wenatchee Valley About Chris McCormick Michelle and I moved to Washington in 2013 from California. I have been in student ministry in the church setting for over 30 years. My passion for outdoor adventure and love for students was a perfect fit as he join the Youth Dynamics team in 2017. …
Tim Johnson Staff Pastor About Tim Johnson I grew up in Kirkland, Washington, and served in ministry at several churches for over 15 years in the roles of youth pastor, associate pastor, and as lead pastor of a church plant. I am blessed to be married to Wendy since 2011. Together we have 5 adult…
Bronco Huge Mission and Staff Ambassador About Bruce “Bronco” Huge As a teenager growing up in rural Minnesota, I was searching for the meaning of life and what direction my life would take. At 16, I felt no purpose or reason for living until I encountered someone who challenged me about my eternal destiny. That…