May 6, 2024

Mary Gray, now 22, continues to exemplify her unwavering dedication and kindness as she returns for another summer with Moondance. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Mary Gray is a recent graduate of Sewanee: University of the South, where she earned her degree in Psychology with a minor in Education. Her love for Moondance was sparked during…

May 6, 2024

Mollie, 21, grew up in Louisville, Tennessee and is a senior at the University of Tennessee majoring in Nutrition. Mollie is a member of the Leadership Knoxville Scholars, which is a two-year leadership development and community immersion program. She is also a member of the Student Alumni Association, a volunteer at a local medical clinic,…

May 6, 2024

Missy, 25, originally from Shreveport, LA, is a dynamic leader with a passion for exploration and design. After graduating from Washington & Lee, Missy embarked on a new journey at the University of Virginia’s Architecture school. With her background in leadership and her dedication to personal growth, Missy led a memorable Moondance trip to Iceland…

May 6, 2024

Michael, 22, embarks on his first summer as a Moondance trip leader, bringing his leadership skills and adventurous spirit to the Belize + Costa Rica expedition. Originally from Homewood, AL, Michael recently graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Communication. Michael’s achievement of earning his Eagle Scout Award reflects his dedication, resourcefulness, and commitment…

May 6, 2024

Mia, 22, steps into her role as a Moondance trip leader for the first time, ready to lead the Hawaiian Islands expedition with enthusiasm and expertise. From Richmond, VA, Mia recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a degree in Business Administration. Drawing from her own Moondance adventures as a student, including our Big Wild…

May 6, 2024

Molly, 28, hails from the charming town of Hiawassee, GA, and brings a wealth of leadership experience to Moondance. A graduate of LSU with a major in Marketing, Molly has led unforgettable adventures on Moondance trips such as Colorado Trail, Pacific Northwest, Yellowstone, and Chamonix. Her entrepreneurial spirit shines through her successful Air BNB business,…

May 6, 2024

Palmer, 21, hailing from Mobile, AL, eagerly anticipates her role as a Moondance trip leader, guiding the British Columbia expedition. Heading into her senior year at Sewanee, where she’s pursuing a double major in Politics and Natural Resources, Palmer brings a wealth of outdoor experience. As a former lifeguard in Tuscaloosa, and with summers spent…

May 6, 2024

Owen, 25, originally from Strafford, MO, is a seasoned leader with a passion for adventure and cultural exploration. A graduate of Missouri State University with a major in Spanish & Global Studies, Owen has embarked on transformative journeys. From leading Moondance trips to South Africa in 2022 and Hawaiian Islands last year, to his current…

May 6, 2024

Nelson, 22, a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Finance, eagerly prepares for his first role as a Moondance trip leader on the Maui expedition. Hailing from Lake Geneva, WI, Nelson’s leadership experiences as the sustainability chair and mental health chair for his fraternity demonstrate his dedication to both environmental…

May 6, 2024

Nate, 24, returns for his 3rd Moondance summer after leading Hawaiian Islands in 2022 and Kenya + Zanzibar in 2023. Originally from New Market, Alabama, Nate graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Aviation Management in the spring of 2022! While in college, Nathan served as a Lead Line Service Technician at the Auburn…