Joy Ranch staff are eager to serve you and answer your questions!
Florence, SD
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Co-Director Kyle Debertin
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Co-Director Betsy Debertin
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Director of First Impressions Nancy Pietz
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Program Research and Development Consultant Kari Sorensen helps to generate fresh ideas and programs that are rooted in the mission of Lutherans Outdoors, assist with seasonal staff development, and be a resource to our users. Kari likes to read, walk and groove to music.
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Equine Specialist Carmen Werning has joined Joy Ranch as the equine specialist. Carmen will be developing a safe and dynamic horse program that will include therapeutic riding.
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Facilities Manager John Opsahl is a peanut-butter-cup-lovin' fisherman, motorcycle-drivin' hunter, and all around awesome guy! John has a strong connection to Joy Ranch - he built it!
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