Board of Directors

Molly lord-garrettson

Board President

Molly Lord is the President and a founding member of the OEA Board.With over two decades of experience as a youth educator, she has seen the transformative power of outdoor learning. Inspired by the impact OEA had on her own child and the wider region, she is committed to ensuring that all kids, regardless of their ability to pay, can access meaningful outdoor learning experiences. As a strong advocate for environmental stewardship and living in balance with nature, she is proud to be part of a team helping Outdoor Education Adventures lead the way in expanding access to nature-based education for youth across the region.

Amadi Hays

Board Co-Secretary

Amadi was born in Portland and spent his first twelve years there, hiking, camping and bike riding with his mom, sister, and step-dad. He was an integral part of the early years of Outdoor Education Adventures, first as a participant then as an assistant and Camp Counselor. A 2020 graduate of Yamhill Carlton High School, Amadi is currently working as a chef for Evergreen Events. As a member of the Board of Directors for OEA, he brings fresh ideas and a passion for getting kids outside.

Kade Kleinstuber

Board Co-Secretary

Kade grew up in Yamhill County and is a graduate of Yamhill Carlton High School. During his high school years, he volunteered with the fire department and was a member of the soccer team. Kade is now a senior at Western Oregon University, majoring in Sustainability. He brings this education and an interest in making the world a better place to his involvement with OEA.

Andy Bleckinger

Board Member

Andy has dedicated his career to connecting youth and local communities to the natural world around them, promoting environmental stewardship and advocating for environmental equity. Andy joined the board in March 2023 and appreciates the opportunity to support outdoor education in the local community.

Allen Goodling

Board Member

Allen Goodling is an accomplished attorney with 25 plus years of law firm and in-house experience and is currently the Associate General Counsel for Vesper Energy, a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale renewable energy projects across the United States. Allen grew up in Louisiana and Texas and moved with his family to Oregon in 2018. Allen attended college in Texas and law school at Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon. Allen was introduced to OEA when his child began attending sessions. He is passionate about OEA’s mission and excited to help expand its offerings for children in Oregon.

Morgan Bankston

Board Member

Morgan is a geospatial scientist for an international environmental consulting firm. They have a master’s degree in Anthropology from Cal State, Northridge, and a bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara. Morgan grew up in Tennessee and Florida, later spending time in California and New Mexico, before moving to Oregon in 2022. Their years as an archaeologist with the National Park Service cultivated a passion for outdoor and environmental youth education. In 2024, Morgan joined the OEA board and is excited to contribute to an organization that teaches kids about the wonder and importance of nature.