Rachael Abler

Rachael Abler has a diverse work experience in the outdoor education field. Rachael is currently working at Colorado College as the Associate Director of Outdoor Education, a position they have held since October 2022. Prior to this role, they served as the Assistant Director of Outdoor Education at Colorado College from November 2018 to October 2022.

Before joining Colorado College, Rachael worked as an Outdoor Education Specialist at the college from July 2015 to November 2018. In this role, they facilitated student-led trips, provided emergency support, conducted risk assessments, and managed the Ahlberg Gear House and the Bike Co-Op. Rachael also mentored student leaders in the Ahlberg Leadership Institute, organized trainings and certifications, and advised multiple student groups on leadership development.

Rachael's previous work experience includes being the Coordinator of the Outdoor Recreation Center at Colorado School of Mines from January 2014 to June 2015. Rachael worked as an Instructor and Lead Climbing Instructor at Avid4 Adventure from April 2013 to June 2014. Rachael also interned at Apex Mountain School from December 2012 to April 2013 and worked as a Rock Climbing Instructor at Mott Community College from August 2010 to January 2013.

In addition, Rachael had a role as a Program Development Manager at Base Camp Challenge Center from December 2009 to January 2013. Overall, Rachael Abler has gained valuable experience and expertise in outdoor education and has held various positions throughout their career.

Rachael Abler obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Deaf Education from Michigan State University in 2009. Rachael then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2010 to 2012. In 2012, they attended the National Outdoor Leadership School for a brief period and obtained a certification as an Outdoor Educator in Mountaineering and Rock Climbing. Additionally, they hold certifications in AIARE Level 1 from AIARE and Wilderness First Responder from NOLS Wilderness Medicine Institute (WMI), although the specific years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.