Two women sitting on a wooden bench outdoors, one wearing sunglasses and a plaid shirt, and the other with colorful dreadlocks in a purple hoodie, engaged in conversation. There are green grass, trees, and a bottle of pink drink nearby.

Abby Auran is our Twin Cities Team Lead, and grew up in International Falls, Minnesota. Abby developed a love for canoeing during her summers at camp. She pursued degrees in education and mathematics in college, where she also was able to work at Ogichi Daa Kwe. After graduating, she taught 7th grade math for three years. With her summers free, Abby has continued to work at Ogichi Daa Kwe and Owakonze since 2020. Her journey has brought her to Urban Wilderness, where she seamlessly blends education with outdoor adventure.