Meet the OP Staff

Will Natividad, Director

Hi there, Will Natividad, Director of the Outdoor Program. I’m originally from the Susanville area in far north eastern California.  I'm majoring in Environmental Sciences after a couple tours in the US Navy. Mountain climbing, hiking, kayaking, skiing and sailing are among my favorite outdoor activities. I look forward to making trips as fun as possible, enjoying new activities with the OP and making new friends.  Feel free to propose new trips or ask me questions on the Oregon Tech app. Let’s take this outside!

Megan, Communications Manager

Growing up overseas I developed a unique appreciation for the diverse opportunities, experiences and beautiful destinations that our world has to offer. However, the ocean has always felt like home to me. When my family goes sailing they can always count on me to be the first one in the water after we dock. I have been able to sail and snorkel in some amazing places including the Red Sea, the Turkish Coast, Arabian Gulf, and the Virgin Islands.

Currently I am a pre-MIT student with in interest in Diagnostic Medical Imaging. I’m looking forward to a great year of trips and spending time with people who share a common enthusiasm for the outdoors.

Justin Harms, Equipment Manager

I grew up in the country outside of Springfield, Oregon. It is a beautiful place with tons of outdoor activities. I love Oregon and how much it rains. Most of my free time is spent building bike trails. The outdoor activities that I do the most are mountain biking, paintballing and snowboarding. I’m starting my sophomore year at Oregon Tech and entering the Medical Imaging program. My first OP trip was the Bike and BBQ at Moore Park, after that I was hooked. The OP trips are tons of fun and it’s a great way to meet other students.

Jacob Woody, Trip Coordinator

My name is Jacob Woody and I am from Bakersfield, California. It has been a change coming to Oregon and experiencing the different landscapes that southern California has to offer. I enjoy doing any activity that I can participate in and have fun with friends. I spend a majority of my time mountain biking.

Oliver, Trip Coordinator

My name is Oliver and I'm a Mechanical Engineering major. I like pretty much everything outdoors, so I'm pretty excited to be working here getting paid to go outside.

Shelby LaTourrette, Trip Coordinator

Happy to be here!

Gillian Moore, Trip Coordinator

Where I’m from you had two choices, sit around and do nothing or go on adventures and create memories. I’m from Grants Pass Oregon, a little town with lots of wooded areas and the Rouge River. Growing up I created my adventures (camping, hiking, and the river were and still are a must) but now I have a fantastic team and students to share those experiences. We provide not only a way for students to connect with each other, but also a way for them to experience new things and have fun. I know even for me the OP has allowed me to try new things, such as skydiving, which was something I will never forget.

Yung Ken Tynan, Trip Coordinator