Activism & Community

Ring in the New Year with the Osprey Team

We asked our network of staff, athletes, ambassadors and philanthropic partners to share some goals, intentions and resolutions for the year ahead.

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Ring in the New Year with the Osprey Team

Osprey Packs

Dic 30, 2025

Crystal Edwards, Flex Specialist

I want to make 1 new recipe a week that I have never tried before, with ingredients that I don't usually use and share with friends. Broaden my tastebuds with Taste-buds!

Rafael Pease, Snow Athlete

My new years resolution is to climb more mountains than I did last year and get more powder turns as well.

A person climbs up a rocky cliff wearing a backpack.

Rachel Drake, Run Athlete (Se abre en una nueva ventana)

- Continue breastfeeding my baby!

- Get back to racing trails!

- Crush the BASIC exam as a part of getting board certified in Anesthesiology!

Sonya Wilson, Ambassador(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

- I will continue to advocate and invest in the outdoor industry by empowering others with knowledge in how to make it accessible and inclusive for all. The goal of bridging the outdoor recreation industry and Deaf community is an on-going mission.

- I will host more ASL Climbing and ASL Hiking events! There is nothing better than seeing the Deaf and ASL outdoor community growing!

- I plan to take my Deaf Dog Ariel hiking more often! I want us to experience her 1st mountain summit! She has come a long way since I got her 4 years ago from a shelter! She picked me!

- For the past 2 years, I have been working towards clearing my 3rd teaching credential which is scheduled to be completed in May of 2026! As an ASL Educator and Teacher, I am grateful for each day I get to encourage and support students.

- I fell in love with ice climbing and hope to have more opportunities to enjoy it!

Two people run away from the camera, arms up in a joyful leap.

Anne Keller, Ambassador (Se abre en una nueva ventana)

- Organize a group of advanced women boaters to tackle running the ridiculous Little Salt wash in Fruita. Document it for a company willing to give us product and be up to support something weird and dumb.

- Go bike packing for my first time ever!

- Continue my Mustache Project where I shoot portraits of my female friends wearing fake mustaches.

- Learn to make sourdough pizza crust

- Shoot photos for a gravel event like Unbound

- Get in the gym more, embrace the lifestyle changes and create health goals around acceptance of my middle aged lady status.

- Spend more time riding bikes in the PNW.

- Get all my friends to come rides bikes in the PNW

- Get better at using strobe lighting

- Finish a documentary film! (making one, not watching one, that's easy...)

Soren Galbraith, Customer Service Supervisor

Being more intentional in everything I do. Choosing clothes, food, activities, and words!

Colleen Cooley, Ambassador(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

My partner and I are going single-use plastic free for the 2026 calendar year! No more chips that come in single-use plastic, no more to-go iced coffee orders, unless I bring my own reusable cup. No more online shopping, especially if the packaging is single-use plastic. As for future Osprey pack orders, I might just have to stop by the warehouse in-person to pick up my next order.

Two people wrap their arms around a giant tree in the forest.

Marley Blonsky, Bike Athlete(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

My New Year's Nugget is to explore my new home of Portland, Oregon with lots of bikepacking trips, hikes, and surfing!

Trevor Ogborn, Ecommerce Manager

I want to learn basic trail-building techniques so I can put a small walking trail around my home. I want to spend more time enjoying the nature right in my backyard, and being able to weave a path between the juniper, piñón, and scrub will open some fun opportunities to explore with my friends and family. Last year I was able to really lean into whitewater kayaking and level up my skills and confidence. I'm excited to revisit some of my late-season unlocks (San Miguel, Cache la Poudre, Numbers, Royal Gorge, Rockwood, etc.) at higher water and seek out more out-of-state rivers to push myself even further with the sport this year.

One person throws some food while the other tries to catch it in their mouth.

Jackie Nourse, Ambassador(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

I want to teach a podcasting workshop!

Chris McGee, Philanthropic Partner, Colorado High School Cycling League(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

My resolution is to lead my life with gratitude and appreciation for everyone in my life and to not take any positive moment for granted.

Two people embrace walking down the street.

Erin Kuhlman, Sales Manager

Work on functional mobility each week!

Timmy O'Neill, Climb Athlete(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

I will practice 'hanging-back', using intentionally slower drum tempos.

Three people bike down a trail at sunset.

Bobbi Smith, Flex Specialist

I want to make an effort to connect with friends and family more regularly, whether through calls, texts, or in-person visits.

Amie Engerbretson, Snow Athlete(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

My new years nugget is to embrace a year of celebration! I feel like I have spent a lot of my life and career so focused on getting to the next level, step, accomplishment, that I don’t spend anytime enjoying what I have done and where I am at. This spring I am getting married to my long term partner Todd Ligare. I think planning a wedding really gives a chance to look at life and prioritize celebration. I am hoping to live in the gratitude this year and hopefully share that with my friends, family and community!

A person poses with their splitboard while another person holds up bunny ears behind them.

Josh DeLucia, Consumer Service Representative

To finally get off my rear and start meditating before bed so I can actually sleep well again!

Grayson Murphy, Run Athlete(Se abre en una nueva ventana)

My new year's resolution is to embrace becoming a first time parent while also going after my big race goals later in the year. And being inspired by all the racing moms out there and hoping to add to that inspiration with my own journey.

Nicole Bonn, Executive Assistant

Get to the fitness studio 3 times a week, Monday - Sunday.

Photo Credit: Terrance Siemon